Topic: commencement

Portrait of Sam Fugazzotto standing in front of cacti
People | June 21, 2021

As chair of the Commencement Committee, the university's registrar says he was excited to see a return to in-person celebrations last month.

A woman in nursing scrubs holds a volleyball
People | May 19, 2021

Mountain West-winning volleyball player now all-in on nursing in her post-court life.

stadium filled with commencement crowd
Campus News | May 16, 2021

Watch the highlights from UNLV's unique outdoor celebrations of its newest graduates.

Large group in regalia with focus on woman in center
People | May 15, 2021

Alana Milawski, who as a 3-year-old graced the cover of Newsweek in the wake of Sept. 11, is ready to graduate and start teaching students of her own.

graduates at outdoor commencement
Campus News | May 13, 2021

Our favorite moments from the Grad College's celebration of our newest degree-holders — the first of four in-person ceremonies this weekend.

A wide shot of the Aladdin Theatre
UNLV History | May 12, 2021

As we prepare Sam Boyd Stadium this week for commencement, here's a look back at the various venues that have hosted this capstone moment in a student's academic journey.

A man leans against a building
People | May 12, 2021

Graduate Michael Schwob, recipient of the National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship, began racking up accomplishments by connecting with his instructors.

A close-up image of two UNLV grads holding their red UNLV mortarboards for commencement photos on campus
Campus News | May 10, 2021

Spring 2021 undergrads will be celebrated in two ceremonies over two consecutive days; UNLV also will host separate ceremonies for graduate-level students and the entire class of 2020.

Graduates seated in red caps and gown during a previous UNLV commencement
People | May 10, 2021

An enduring commencement tradition continues this spring as UNLV president honors seven outstanding students who exemplify the academic, research, and community impact of the graduating class.

man holding doctor's coat
People | May 7, 2021

Horacio Guerra said the chance to provide preventative care and to develop long-lasting relationships with patients drew him to his specialty.

woman in commencement garb being photographed
Campus News | December 16, 2020

Here's the CliffsNotes version of the 2020 Spring & Winter ceremonies.