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25 Years Later: Honoring Lt. Col. Karen J. Wagner’s Life
Karen J. Wagner grew up listening to her dad talk about his days in the Army. She knew she wanted to be a soldier too. At UNLV, she was in ROTC and then spent nearly two decades working her way up the ranks. On September 11, 2001, she went to her office at the Pentagon.
How One of the University’s First Programs Is Still Impacting Southern Nevada
After 65 years, UNLV’s radiography program continues to educate medical imaging professionals to meet Southern Nevada’s healthcare demands.
The Man Behind the Memorabilia
Howard Hughes’ legacy lives on at UNLV, from artifacts and photographs in the Special Collections & Archives to the Howard R. Hughes College of Engineering.
From Round to Remarkable: How UNLV’s Lied Library Became the Heart of Campus
When the original Dickinson Library proved too small for a growing university, a new facility transformed research, study, and campus life.
The Back Story: The 'Mom' in the Middle
'UNLV Magazine' reader helps identify booster Edith 'Edie' Kraemer.
The Back Story: The Fremont Cannon Caper
The story behind the Battle for Nevada rivalry trophy began with Rebel pranksters in the dark of the night.
Rebel Recycling After 30 Years: One Student’s Vision Sparks a Cultural Shift at UNLV
What began as a grassroots student campaign has grown over the past three decades into a nationally recognized sustainability effort.
Former UNLV President Robert Maxson Passes Away
Maxson led UNLV from 1984 to 94 through expansion of graduate programs.
Engineering His Future
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.
Namesakes: Selma Bartlett, the College of Engineering's ‘Queen of Scholarships’
Trailblazing banker helped generations of Rebels complete their degrees and launch their careers. She passed away Sept. 16.
In Memoriam: Stuart Mann
The former dean of UNLV's Harrah College of Hospitality died March 12, 2025.
The Back Story: The Scarlet Letters Were Once Pink
Here's how the signature scarlet letters — the star of hundreds (thousands?) of photos — found a home at UNLV.
Views: Our True North Amid Clouds of Uncertainty
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."
UNLV Honors Las Vegas Legend and Foundation Trustee Emeritus Elaine Wynn
The business leader and pioneer for the UNLV Foundation passed away April 14.
The Back Story: The Rose Garden
The garden is among the many contributions to UNLV from Elaine Wynn. The business leader and philanthropist passed away April 14, 2025.
The Loophole that Made UNLV
UNLV’s origin story traces back to one vote by one man, Herb Derfelt. And his legacy continues through generations of family members who followed in his educator footsteps.
Learning to Love the Family Business
Pate Thomas initially had no desire to add his name to the long list of family members who became Rebels and then educators. Now? He’s a proud alum, a difference-making educator, and the boss of a brand-new high school.
Taking a Stand: How UNLV Played a Pivotal Role in Las Vegas' Gay Rights Movement
Author, activist, and alum Dennis McBride on how classmates and allies established one of the city’s first LGBTQ organizations — the Gay Academic Union.