News: Intercollegiate Athletics

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People |

IT technician and manager of the computing Help Desk for Athletics named a 2023 Classified Employee of the Year.

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Campus News |

More internships on the horizon for students interested in sports entertainment careers, thanks to a privately funded program.

Jade Thomas looks up as she prepares for a live news broadcast
Campus News |

Jade Thomas brings her love of the game to the viewers as part of the student-led broadcast program Rebel Report. 

Dominic Lavoie holds a phone up to his ear during a news segment on a basketball game.
People |

Inspired by his love of sports, Dominic Lavoie brings fresh energy to sports journalism.

Teneka Ash takes notes during a broadcast show at a basketball game.
People |

Senior film major Teneka Ash dives into sports journalism as a member of the Rebel Report team.

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People |

He never intended to fall for photography, but after this UNLV alum found out what it was like to take a good shot during an elective class — he was hooked.

Ph.D. engineering graduate George William Kajjumba is hooded during the Spring 2022 commencement ceremony
Campus News |

Student achievements including competition wins, a science fellowship first, and new innovations splashed local and national news headlines in 2022.

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Campus News |

See some of the changes that took place on the UNLV campus in 2022 with this compilation of news briefs.

three athletes at food buffet
People |

UNLV Athletics dietitian says put down that power bar and don't follow the food influencers.

David Wedley speaks with a blue background behind him.
People |

His work with student-athletes has ensured teams post great stats in the classroom as well as on the field.

Four students work at a station cutting wood.
People |

Students tackle food and housing insecurity through service to the community.

woman at podium with "UNLV Athletics Hall of Fame" logo in background
Athletics |

Hammer thrower and advocate for body positivity among the 11 honorees at this year's ceremony.