Su Kim Chung
Head of Special Collections Public Services
Su Kim Chung has been immersed in the history of UNLV and Las Vegas since she began work in the Libraries' Special Collections Division in 1999. Since then, she has helped dozens of researchers in their quest to find significant and interesting historical documents and photographs on the history of Las Vegas. In 2012, the revised and updated second edition of her popular photo history book Las Vegas Then and Now was published by Thunder Bay Press.
Articles by Su Kim Chung
UNLV History | August 3, 2021
Las Vegas has always been hot, but here's how they cooled off in the yesteryear of triple-digit summers.
Arts and Culture | July 8, 2021
UNLV Special Collections' archive of Las Vegas entertainment materials tell the story of this unique form of entertainment.
UNLV History | October 15, 2020
A look back at UNLV's earliest Homecoming events.
UNLV History | April 22, 2020
UNLV Rebels raised awareness for environmental issues with a teach-in 50 years ago. Today, there are still lessons from the movement.
UNLV History | February 14, 2019
The old UNLV yearbooks in Special Collections offer a look at campus love in decades past.
Arts and Culture | December 22, 2017
Snow is a near-magical experience in Las Vegas, preserved in photos long after the snow melts. Here are a few of our favorites from the UNLV archives.
UNLV History | May 6, 2016
From Bob Hope to Jimmy Kimmel, top entertainers have long been honored at UNLV commencement with honorary degrees.
Research | October 15, 2015
The discoveries made in the Libraries' Special Collections challenge the way that people think of Las Vegas and its place in the American landscape. Here's a taste.
Arts and Culture | May 6, 2015
The vast archives within University Libraries preserve the history of the now-shuttered casino. Su Kim Chung, head of special collections public services, offers a peek inside.