Beatríz Alcala: The Power of Higher Education
Beatriz was a good student but college seemed impossible. Then UNLV and the Millennium Scholarship came along.
Beatriz was a good student but college seemed impossible. Then UNLV and the Millennium Scholarship came along.
Alex came to UNLV to fulfill his dream of becoming a doctor and also gained a passion for volunteering through UNLV programs.
Graduate student and instructor Crystal Lee started a nonprofit organization to pair American Indian youngsters and mentors.
The power duo got their start of UNLV, but didn't discover the important role it plays in the community until after graduation.
What have your fellow UNLV graduates been up to? Read about their latest accomplishments.
Alumnus Brett Ottolenghi builds a company as a treasure hunter for some of Las Vegas' top chefs.
Christopher Kearney's work offers insight about why kids might refuse to go to school.
Wilde's enthusiastic advocacy prompt colleagues to nominate him for award.
Joe Carter of the Thomas & Mack Center is using the Bottoms Up beer dispensing system to speed up beer lines and to provide patrons with a commemorative magnet and fun experience.
Neal Smatresk awarded prestigious honor from his alma mater.
VanderMeer is proof that one teacher can change a person’s life. Hers changed in a geography class.
Rick Darnold is the vice president of strategic sourcing at Boyd Gaming and an active community leader.