A Fractured Hand Ended Her Paris Olympic Bid; Her Comeback Rewrote the Record Book
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Lee Business School alumna Krishna Jayasankar Menon overcame injury to earn All-American honors and a national title. Now she's eyeing the Olympics as she works on a master's degree.
A Game Plan for Success for UNLV's Sport Hospitality Majors
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Students in the new bachelor's program benefit from a Las Vegas home field advantage and industry connections.
Clinical Research Trials Bring Innovative Women’s Healthcare to Southern Nevada
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Two national studies led locally by UNLV Health physicians expand options for patients while raising the profile of the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV as a center for clinical research.
The Interview: Marni Dow
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The senior associate director of Student Government and Activities brings more than a decade of UNLV event experience to her new role co-chairing the university’s 60th Homecoming.
A Rebel in Spirit: Kevin Kraft
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An ‘eventful’ life and career led the 2026 Silver State Award honoree to develop a philanthropic relationship with UNLV that has proven to be mutually beneficial.
Born to Give Back: Jessica Stops
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For the Patrick T. Smith Achievement in Service honoree, offering a helping hand to those in need isn’t an obligation — it’s a way of life.
Teaching a Valuable Lesson: J. Daniel Chi
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The Outstanding Faculty Award winner is committed to ensuring that all Rebels begin their careers with a wealth of financial knowledge
The Grateful Rebel: Dan Tuntland
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The 2026 Outstanding Alumnus shows his profound appreciation for UNLV through personal and professional deeds that resonate today, tomorrow, and far beyond.
UNLV Launches ‘Destination Degree’ To Help Students Complete Their Bachelor’s Degree
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New initiative helps returning and current students find their way forward to a UNLV degree; includes partnership with education non-profit Earn to Learn.
Leadership Means Taking Ownership: Brian Paulson
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The William F. Harrah College of Hospitality Alumnus of the Year reflects on the people and experiences that shaped his career in hospitality.
A Formula for Success: Christina Schlazer
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With a science bachelor's and MBA, the Lee Business School Alumna of the Year honoree built a career at the intersection of technology and business.
Three Disciplines to One Career: Shipra De
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The Engineering Alumna of the Year leads data and business intelligence analysts at the Nevada National Security Sites while helping connect UNLV students with industry opportunities.