Several members of the business community and UNLV boosters have expressed strong support for UNLV President Len Jessup in the wake of his decision to seek other opportunities amid criticism of his performance by some higher-education officials. Jessup is in the fourth year of a five-year contract.

Last Friday, Just Add Water Street continues to "Foster Community Flow" by inviting local businesses to promote local music, food trucks, foodie pop ups, local crafts, artists, and more with this month's theme highlighting the beautiful Spring weather as the official start day of Spring Break in Las Vegas and featuring a booth by the UNLV William F. Harrah College of Hospitality Alumni Chapter for the JAWS March Madness Hops & Hoops activation!

Chris Singer approaches patients and their families sitting in a doctor’s waiting room with a smile every time.

Chris Singer approaches patients and their families sitting in a doctor’s waiting room with a smile every time.

Nine days after UNLV President Len Jessup received an evaluation that detailed “several weaknesses” in his job performance, he secured a donation for $14 million that required him to remain in his position through 2022.

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Let’s say you’re an up-and-coming university administrator who’s looking to take the next step on your career ladder.

Len Jessup is on his way out as president of the University of Nevada at Las Vegas, after receiving unfavorable reviews from the system chancellor and clashing with several regents. And since he has talked about moving on, a foundation has announced it won't be donating the $14 million it pledged for UNLV's new medical school.

It is with great disappointment that we are sending this letter.