Topic: UNLV History

replica cannon with signage above saying "Rebels"
| November 20, 2025

The story behind the Battle for Nevada rivalry trophy began with Rebel pranksters in the dark of the night.

White man in a navy blue blazer, light blue button-down shirt and blue jeans poses with his hands in his pockets in front of a blurred image of a city bus
| September 30, 2025

As a young adult, Dave Swallow had to make a difficult family decision, one that led the Engineering Alumnus of the Year to UNLV and positively shaped his personal and professional trajectories.

U.N.L.V. signage with Fall leaves in the background
| May 15, 2025

The former dean of UNLV's Harrah College of Hospitality died March 12, 2025.

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| April 17, 2025

For this column from UNLV Magazine, Nevada journalist John L. Smith seeks context from someone, he says, "who has done everything for UNLV but paint it."

a man and woman posing in a formal garden
| April 15, 2025

The garden is among the many contributions to UNLV from Elaine Wynn. The business leader and philanthropist passed away April 14, 2025.