Three people holding an oversized ceremonial for $5,000 made out to "President's Investment Challenge First Place"
Campus News |

Competition was fierce for the 79 student teams that managed portfolios of $500,000.

Ying Guo discussing with colleagues in front of wall with Boys Town logo
People |

Ying Guo, 2026 Community-Based Research Award recipient, works with Boys Town Nevada to improve support systems available for Clark County children and families.

Jennifer Byrnes sits at desk with skull on it
People |

Jennifer Byrnes’ work has helped resolve unidentified and missing person cases, filling critical gaps in service and expertise.

Satish carrying ceremonial mace during commencement ceremony
People |

The mathematical sciences professor reflects on a path that began with a one-year appointment and grew into a 52-year career as UNLV’s longest-serving faculty member.

UNLV Experts In The News

PsyPost

A recent study published in the journal Social Sciences has found that stories about dangerous, attractive women are almost universal across different cultures. These cautionary tales suggest that men tend to fear the risks of emotional attachment and heartbreak just as much as they are drawn to physical beauty. Ultimately, this research indicates that the famous “femme fatale” character stems from human evolutionary psychology rather than simply local cultural attitudes.

Las Vegas Sun

In 2018, after 23 years as a Navy SEAL, Jon Dalton retired and turned his attention to a new struggle: living with depression and anxiety.

Las Vegas Sun

In 2018, after 23 years as a Navy SEAL, Jon Dalton retired and turned his attention to a new struggle: living with depression and anxiety.

international students in graduation robes
Campus News |

Support efforts focus on easing transition and strengthening connection on campus.

students prepare to launch balloon
Campus News |

Ballooning achievement serves as proof-of-concept for team's 2027 plans to go orbital.

UNLV Corporate Challenge volleyball team doing fun poses
Business and Community |

The citywide competition brings UNLV faculty and staff together for friendly rivalry and wellness.

Valerie Pierce
Campus News |

Valerie Pierce is working to define what it means to educate students in a global city.

Ashley Lamb in a cool denim dress outfit on a rock next to an amazing cactus plant on campus
People |

Ashley Lamb is advancing energy initiatives to reduce consumption, improve efficiency, and support UNLV’s net-zero goal.

Recent Accomplishments

Jichun Li (Mathematical Sciences) was ranked 85 (out of 1155 total ranked mathematicians) in United States 2271 in the world in the 2026 edition of Research.com's Best Mathematics Scientists 2026 Rankings.
Joe Regalia (Law) presented at the District Court Conference for the U.S. District Court of Nevada on "Leveraging AI in Legal Writing."
Asma Awan (Social and Behavioral Health), and Manoj Sharma (Social and Behavioral Health and Medicine) presented a poster titled, "A Multi-Theory Model–Based Intervention to Promote Stress Relaxation Behaviors among U.S. Veterans," on April 28, 2026, at the VA Research Week and Affiliate Partnership Council Event held at VA Southern Nevada…
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