Topic: alumni

U.N.L.V. signage with Fall leaves in the background
People | November 4, 2015

Our Alumni of the Year tell us about a time they felt a little overmatched by circumstances and how they got through it.

four portraits
People | November 4, 2015

Our Alumni of the Year tell us what the learned when they faced a (fake) fire, a blank canvas, a dreaded phone call, and a mother's mortality.

four portraits
People | November 4, 2015

Our Alumni of the Year tell us what the learned when they dealt with deadly viruses, used a crate for a desk, and faced a life-altering medical crisis.

Six portraits
People | November 4, 2015

Our Alumni of the Year tell us what they learned when facing a roomful of corporate lawyers, during a big interview, and amidst the chaos of stock traders.

Stephen Lazarus
People | October 9, 2015

On a whim, Stephen Lazarus signed up for a class while dealing cards. It was a decision that saved the ER-doc’s life.

Student reads outside
Arts and Culture | August 31, 2015

These Black Mountain Institute-affiliated writers have been garnering national reviews with works that pull readers in and push their boundaries.

Matthew Falber
Arts and Culture | July 27, 2015

New York's storied park has had its share of tragedies. Read how alumnus Matt Falber is taking cues from its original design to keep pedestrians and bicyclists safe.

Tomas Walker
People | July 20, 2015

Nursing alumnus recognized the power of giving his patients detailed information. Now he's at the forefront in developing an artificial pancreas.

Larry Henley
People | June 30, 2015

Larry Henley, UNLV's Administrative Faculty Member of the Year for 2015, was praised for his quiet, behind-the-scenes work to make sure events go off to perfection.

Dallisa Hocking and Lauren Peña
People | May 5, 2015

Two UNLV grads take different approaches to a perennial problem: Finding a mate.

Alumna Alissa Nutting holding a microphone
People | October 29, 2013

Alumna Alissa Nutting made headlines this summer with her controversial and acclaimed first novel. She'll read from the book about a beautiful teacher who preys on her young male students at this weekend's book festival.