News: Division of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement

exterior signage of William S. Boyd School of Law
Campus News |

Boyd Law School is building on its expertise in tribal law by enhancing the curriculum and expanding community programming.

Robert Hersh
UNLV History |

Robert Hersh (1987-2022), alumnus and talented architect, played an integral role in the planning and construction of the Kirk Kerkorian Medical Education Building.

campus banner in front of library
Campus News |

The new Dunn Family Assessment Collection will support educators throughout Las Vegas and Southern Nevada.

four students at promo table
Campus News |

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

photo illustration of student group
People |

Knowing the impact of financial support firsthand, the Graduate College’s new director of development is inspired to make a difference for UNLV’s graduate students.

photo illustration of woman holding UNLV pendant
People |

This fundraiser is the ultimate hype woman – and she makes a mean chocolate chip cookie, too!

two students walking into a study room with a dedication sign on the doorway
People |

The Brayden Smith Group Study Room acknowledges the time the alumnus spent studying at Lied Library.

group of volunteers cleaning a park
Campus News |

“What happens to a dream deferred? Does it dry up like a raisin in the sun?”

man posing at large outdoor statue of coach Jerry Tarkanian
People |

This former Alumni Association president continues to build relationships by connecting Rebels to each other for career development.

woman smiling behind podium
People |

Nancy Rapoport has always pitched in to smooth things out. Now she's the Alumni Association's 2022 Outstanding Faculty Award winner.

man in suit posing in hallway
People |

Nursing Alumnus of the Year Robert J. Vadovic is as committed to mentoring fellow nurses as he is to helping patients.

older man and woman, who is holding flowers, pose by table
People |

Before it was UNLV, it was Nevada Southern — and the starting point for Marydean Martin's career in library science, as well as her passion for accessible programs in literacy.