UNLV Commencement Speakers: Confidence Comes from the Rebel Experience
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Campus News |
Plus: Watch the Spring 2026 Commencement recap video.
The Interview: Kayla Minor
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People |
The School of Dental Medicine cashiering supervisor reflects on a longtime talent for numbers, an unexpected career pivot, and a love of heavy metal.
A Mother and Daughter’s Shared Path to Public Health
Melanie and Lusayla Romancik
People |
Common professors, life lessons, and support shaped one family's experience at UNLV.
Team Gagamba Takes Flight as the Winners of the 2026 President’s Innovation Challenge
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Business and Community |
How a stubborn bird dropping on a campus building helped spark the winning students’ idea for a high-rise window-cleaning drone.
The Class of 2026 Celebrates Their Achievements
The top of a UNLV graduation cap overlooking a crowd of graduation students at Commencement.
People |
The newest Rebel grads reflect on their time at UNLV and share what the future holds.
Senator, Educator, Leader & Champion
Joyce Woodhouse in light blue blazer
People |
Joyce Woodhouse leaves Nevada better for children and families.
Nevada Conservatory Theatre Announces 2026-27 Season
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Arts and Culture |
Six productions. One unmistakable vision.
Looking for a Career in Finance, Found a Future in Insurance
James Sarmiento wearing UNLV commencement robe in front of Rebels Make It Happen sign
People |
How mentorship and industry connections helped UNLV student James Sarmiento turn years of uncertainty into professional success.
Getting UNLV Students Out of the Classroom and Onto the Trails
Clarisse Andrada out on a nature trail
Campus News |
Through a public health class project tied to the Neon to Nature app, students are updating outdoor route information across the valley.
Alzheimer’s Drug Development Pipeline Shows Impressive Growth and Diversity of Therapies
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Research |
Tenth annual report led by noted clinician-scientist Dr. Jeffrey Cummings tracks status, trends associated with 192 active clinical trials worldwide.
The Interview: Angelique Burton
Angelique Burton in front of UNLV sign on academic mall
People |
At the UNLV School of Social Work, this professional programs manager helps students navigate college through connection and mentorship.
Over 3,700 Students to Turn Tassels During UNLV's Spring Commencement May 15 and 16
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Campus News |
Class of 2026 degree earners — who hail from 34 states and 62 countries — to participate in three ceremonies over course of two days at the Thomas & Mack Center.