News: University Libraries

Guy holding puppy in his arms at Paws From Your Studies destress epicenter
Campus News |

Therapy dogs spread a little puppy love to stressed-out students.

A man driving a golf cart
Research |

David G. Schwartz’s latest work offers a fascinating sketch of one of Las Vegas’ greatest characters, Jay Sarno, and a reminder of the importance of sharing stories.

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Business and Community |

Peter Michel, head of exhibits for Special Collections, on the history of Nevada through historic maps.

Las Vegas Strip after dark
UNLV History |

How did Nevada become a world leader in gaming? Expert David Schwartz picks out the key dates that changed our state's biggest industry.

A snowy Virginia City
Business and Community |

Early African American settlers built their fortunes and pushed for equality in the surprisingly integrated Nevada community.

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Business and Community |

As the state celebrates its 150th year, special collections librarian Su Kim Chung shares her picks for the most important records on early Las Vegas history.

1962 formal dance
UNLV History |

Our students once looked forward to this annual formal dance that featured a queen and her court.

David Schwartz sitting at his desk
People |

David Schwartz, director of the UNLV Center for Gaming Research, was recently named among the top 40 emerging gaming leaders by Global Gaming Business Magazine.

Student body welcomes the president to Las Vegas
UNLV History |

50 years ago, the student body welcomed the president to Las Vegas then soon lamented his death in Rebel Yell editorials.

Palm trees and U.N.L.V. banner
Campus News |

Six scholars have been selected to complete residencies at UNLV Special Collections.

The Squarcialupi Codex
Arts and Culture |

The works of medieval Italian composers such as Landini are beautifully copied in the Squarcialupi Codex in the UNLV Music Library.

Nancy Fawley
People |

An off-handed comment created a new career path for the leader of UNLV's subject librarians team.