Matt Jacob

Matt Jacob is a freelance writer based in Las Vegas.

Articles by Matt Jacob

A student stands in front of a presentation
Campus News | January 30, 2019

Tech-savvy and constantly connected, today's Hospitality College students have some big ideas on how to move the industry forward — and executives are listening.

Boyd Law School
UNLV History | November 29, 2018

An oral history on the creation of Nevada's first state-supported, fully accredited law school, and its humble beginnings inside a renovated elementary school.

man surrounded by lit up costumes
People | September 12, 2018

Entertainment engineering alumnus combines light technology with costume design for Cirque du Soliel and freelance clients.

woman surrounded by video slot machines
People | September 12, 2018

Alumna parlayed her an internship at an interactive gaming company into a full-time job. Now she helps recruit the interns.

woman sitting in hoop above stage
People | September 12, 2018

Entertainment engineering alumna works behind the scenes to help clients like Shania Twain and Drake

Male student standing in front of monitors with arms folded.
Campus News | September 12, 2018

After a stint with the show American Ninja Warrior, the entertainment engineering grad's next challenge is scary.

Mary Beth Cutshall
People | May 21, 2018

Torn between the travel and hotel industries, UNLV helped this ’88 alumna discover her own path.