Rick Darnold: The Power of Higher Education

Rick Darnold is the vice president of strategic sourcing at Boyd Gaming and an active community leader.

Simply Outstanding

Meet some of UNLV's graduates who were recognized at commencement for their academic achievements, community outreach, and ability to overcome adversity.

An Economic Engine

Outstanding Grads Continue to Make UNLV Proud

Two exceptional graduates share their thoughts on the paths that UNLV led them to take

Drumming Up a Degree

Ronnie Vannucci put his studies on hold when stardom called but finally getting that degree was a priority for The Killers drummer.

Gold in the Silver State

A team of UNLV and UNR researchers have devised a new model for how Nevada’s gold deposits formed, which may help in exploration efforts for new gold deposits.

Powered Up

Wali Zaidi and fellow engineering students win the international Humanitarian Technology Challenge with their plan for bringing electricity to people in rural areas of the world.

The Return of a Runnin' Rebel

Dave Rice, UNLV's new head basketball coach, shares his thoughts on the championship team he played on and the ones he hopes to lead now.

Runnin' Rebel Returns Home

Basketball coach Dave Rice talks about his return to his alma mater, the hardest game of every season, and the importance of his his father.

Come a Long Way Home

Tim Chambers works his way up the coaching ranks from local high school JV squad to Division I.

Barrick Museum Exhibit: Las Vegas Through the Eyes of Local Artists

Yelp and the UNLV Marjorie Barrick Museum present a visual art happening "89XXXhibition" celebrating the diversity of the Las Vegas valley. This exhibition will celebrate local artists as they reflect on their Las Vegas community. The show will run through July 9th.

UNLV Class of 2011 Celebrates Spring Commencement May 14 at Thomas & Mack Center

Nearly 3,000 Undergraduate, Graduate and Professional Students Eligible to Participate; Watch it Live Online at unlv.vegasgraduations.com