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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.
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2026 Alumni of the Year
From advancing their professions to improving the lives of others, this year’s honorees are putting their expertise to work in ways that reflect the values and experiences they gained at UNLV.
He Found His Calling in Code: Sean Kau
The Honors College Alumnus of the Year says UNLV gave him the confidence to tackle complex problems, a skill he now puts to work as a software engineer at Google.
Helping Homeowners Protect Their Communities: Thomas M. Ware
The College of Liberal Arts Alumnus of the Year helps homeowners and community associations navigate property rules and controversies in contract law.
From SWAT to the Statehouse: Thaddeus 'Toby' Yurek
The William S. Boyd School of Law's Alumnus of the Year has worn three different uniforms as a public servant.
Creating a Brighter Future for Tribal Leaders: Tammi Tiger
The director of UNLV's Tribal Education Initiative has been named the Graduate College Alumna of the Year for her work expanding opportunities for Indigenous students.
UNLV Experts In The News
For this year’s session, Professor Alan Feldman, chair of the Nevada Advisory Committee on Problem Gambling, chair emeritus of the International Center for Responsible Gaming, and director of the Strategic Initiatives of the International Gaming Institute of UNLV, taught participants how to recognize the signs of gambling disorder and communicate effectively to engage with individuals with gambling problems.
A job seeker was told one blunder hurt their professional image after a panel interview. Experts say the decision isn’t entirely shocking.
An undeleted line from an AI prompt was found in a post on a Chinese content farm. The prompt instructed writers to target a Taiwanese audience, rewrite the article in Traditional Chinese while preserving historical accuracy, and limit it to 500 words.
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.
Mojave Meets Challenge of Serving the Underserved
At UNLV Health Mojave Counseling, caring for Southern Nevada’s most vulnerable residents means addressing severe mental illness with compassion and resilience.
UNLV Jazz Performs Album Release Concert Sept. 13
The concert features selections from the Jazz Ensemble I album, My Favorite Things, and Back Home, from the Latin Jazz Ensemble and Joe Williams Scholarship Quintet's release.
From Nightclubs to the Archives: The 'Exotic Dancer' Magazine Collection
Nearly 160 issues of publication offer researchers a look at the businesses, culture, and connections that shaped the gentlemen’s club industry.
UNLV Students Are Manifesting a Productive and Fulfilling Next Year
As the fall semester begins, these Rebels are optimistic about achieving good grades and making new connections.
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