Topic: UNLV History

aerial shot of the university in 1960
| September 7, 2017

As both a graduate and a history professor, Michael Green has watched UNLV’s growth with some awe. It’s future, he says, will be all the more astonishing.

Bigelow Physics Building and Bigelow Health Sciences Building
| August 28, 2017

Don't know how to pronounce Pida Plaza? Or where Doc Rando Hall is? Here's your guide to confusing campus places.

Jerry Vallen and Larry Ruvo
| March 23, 2017

Annual fundraising event has grown from warehouse gamble into a full-blown food festival. Former dean shares the story of how it started.

Frank Sinatra
| May 6, 2016

From Frank Sinatra to Jimmy Kimmel, top entertainers have long been honored at UNLV Commencement with honorary degrees.

The Cube
| January 30, 2016

Professor Moses Karakouzian wanted to create a structure that captured the essence of the College of Engineering departments. Here’s how his Cube came to be.

students roast marshmellows on campfire
| January 29, 2016

Students send out North Field with party. Check out these photos.

premier u.n.l.v.
| January 20, 2016

A look back on the events this patch of grass has hosted over the years.

entrance of the women's center
| July 2, 2015

Weight Watchers founder Jean Nidetch inspired millions to eat healthy and then shared her success by helping thousands of Rebels through the campus women’s center and scholarships.

Historical photo of Frazier Hall, UNLV's first building
| April 5, 2015

The Oral History Research Center ensures the stories of yesterday will be here for our community tomorrow.