Topic: UNLV history

woman in red suit presenting at podium
People | September 15, 2023

President Emerita Carol C. Harter broke down barriers while building up UNLV's status as a research institution.

U.N.L.V. signage with Fall leaves in the background
UNLV History | February 15, 2023

Learn more about the special Rebels, unique spaces, and oddball lore that make our campus special.

replica cannon with signage above saying "Rebels"
UNLV History | January 27, 2023

The winner of the annual rivalry game between Nevada's two universities gets one of college football's most memorable trophies.

man clearing away palm tree branches
UNLV History | January 13, 2023

A living reminder of the late arborist and UNLV Grounds supervisor of 35 years is rising up along the Academic Mall.

Sinatra
UNLV History | December 19, 2022

Dig deep into UNLV history to see how the moment every student is waiting for has evolved throughout the years, from the first class of 1964 to our most recent grads.

man in dental doctor coat
UNLV History | August 16, 2022

As the UNLV School of Dental Medicine celebrates its 20th anniversary, it recognizes one of its earliest proponents.

UNLV's Flashlight sculpture with red lighting shining outwards of it
Arts and Culture | July 18, 2022

The Flashlight has become a treasured part of the UNLV landscape. Here's the back story on how it came to be.

Sigange in Hospitality Hall saying "Vallen Executive Suite"
UNLV History | May 19, 2022

The newly named Jerry and Flossie Vallen Executive Suite at Hospitality Hall tells the story of the tenacious spirits who helped build UNLV.

holiday illustration with UNLV letters
UNLV History | November 1, 2021

Campus tradition raises funds for scholarship while spreading holiday cheer. Here's the back story and how you can participate this year.