Jason Scavone

Articles by Jason Scavone

A man smiles next to a whiteboard
People | October 11, 2021

The gaming historian takes on a new challenge as UNLV's ombuds, where he's ready to resolve conflicts, settle disputes, and play a few board games during Ombuds Week.

A caricature of the chaotic Treaty of Lausanne negotiating table.
Research | September 23, 2021

UNLV historian Michelle Tusan's contribution to The Lausanne Project helps to build a better understanding of the First World War as a conflict that didn't really end until 1923.

A panoramic view of the Las Vegas Strip in the early 1980s.
Campus News | July 21, 2021

Former Caesars executive Robert Paluzzi's panoramic photos, now a part of Special Collections, chronicle '70s and '80s Las Vegas and well beyond.

Three students work on removing sutures from a plastic arm
Campus News | July 15, 2021

UNLV's Nurse Camp lets local high schoolers get hands on with the job and learn from current students what an education in nursing has to offer.

A woman holds a pink fan featuring Britney Spears' face and the words "Free Britney"
People | July 14, 2021

On the eve of a court hearing that could have a major effect on a pop music icon, a UNLV alumnus looks back at his role as a champion of the 'Free Britney movement.'

The Juneteenth flag, concentric white stars on a field of red and blue
Campus News | June 16, 2021

Student Diversity & Social Justice celebrates holiday marking the end of slavery with website full of reading suggestions, music, documentaries, and more.

Large group in regalia with focus on woman in center
People | May 15, 2021

Alana Milawski, who as a 3-year-old graced the cover of Newsweek in the wake of Sept. 11, is ready to graduate and start teaching students of her own.

A wide shot of the Aladdin Theatre
UNLV History | May 12, 2021

As we prepare Sam Boyd Stadium this week for commencement, here's a look back at the various venues that have hosted this capstone moment in a student's academic journey.