Topic: UNLV history

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three members of the Molasky family in front of UNLV sign
People |

Three generations of Molaskys have helped build Las Vegas. Their newest legacy is about who gets to build it next.

Marni Dow sits on the Academic Mall
People |

The senior associate director of Student Government and Activities brings more than a decade of UNLV event experience to her new role co-chairing the university’s 60th Homecoming.

black and white photo of technician pointing at x-ray
UNLV History |

After 65 years, UNLV’s radiography program continues to educate medical imaging professionals to meet Southern Nevada’s healthcare demands.

replica of the H-1 Racer airplane flown by Howard Hughes
UNLV History |

Howard Hughes’ legacy lives on at UNLV, from artifacts and photographs in the Special Collections & Archives to the Howard R. Hughes College of Engineering.

UNLV letters placed in front of rocky landscape at Red Rock state park
People |

Created in honor of longtime staff member, a new geoscience scholarship celebrates 50 years of change while helping the next generation of scientists.

Baseball Coach Nick Garritano in front of field with Vegas Strip in background
Athletics |

More than three decades after a record-setting place-kicking career with UNLV football, Las Vegas baseball coaching legend Nick Garritano tapped to lead the Hustlin’ Rebels.