Topic: UNLV History

Houssels House, named for casino executive J. Kell Houssels, was originally built in downtown Las Vegas.The Houssels family donated the home, along with $20,000 to cover the expenses of moving the home to the UNLV campus.
UNLV History | November 3, 2010

The 1930s Houssels House is UNLV's oldest building, but it wasn't placed on campus until 1983. See photos of the historic home's move from downtown to campus.

Bronze bust on red stone wall
UNLV History | July 7, 2010

Pioneer Wall memorializes campus leaders.

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UNLV History | April 1, 2010
History professor Eugene Moehring is a respected scholar on urban history issues and the West. But the Harry Reid Silver State Research Award recipient says the students are still the most important part of the research equation.
Tarkainian stands with the Runnin' Rebels
UNLV History | March 24, 2010

If you’re past a certain age, you remember when the Runnin’ Rebels won the 1990 NCAA Basketball Championship. This season, UNLV celebrated the 20th anniversary of that stunning tournament. But the Rebels also have had plenty of miracle moments in other sports.

Professor Eugene Moehring standing in the library
UNLV History | January 7, 2008

From visionary legislators to controversial coaches, the book covers the personalities who shaped UNLV.