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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.
Supporting Breastfeeding Mothers Across Nevada
Public Health professor Gabriela Buccini and her team are studying the needs of mothers and children to help improve health outcomes for families.
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.
UNLV Experts In The News
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has recently launched major updates to its airport checkpoints, rolling back several post-9/11 security protocols. But despite being among the initial launch hubs, Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) recently hit a snag when TSA staff denied Gateside access to an approved visitor due to "lack of training."
Traffic safety leader pitches pilot program for some elementary schools.
A traffic safety expert is urging drivers to be vigilant while sharing the road with motorcycles after separate crashes killed two motorcyclists in the Las Vegas Valley less than 12 hours apart Saturday.
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.
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.
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