Topic: awards

A man sits on a couch with his wife and four children
People | October 6, 2020

Integrated Health Sciences Alumnus of the Year Edwin Suarez's interest in physical therapy started with an injury of his own.

A man sits on bleachers wearing a baseball glove, with a baseball bat resting beside him
People | October 1, 2020

William F. Harrah College of Hospitality Alumnus of the Year still drawing on lessons learned as an intern at Bellagio.

A man sits at the edge of his desk
People | September 30, 2020

Honors College Alumnus of the Year follows in his grandfather's footsteps to a legal career.

A woman sits on a couch, surrounded by UNLV paraphernalia
People | September 29, 2020

College of Sciences Alumna of the Year made a change at UNLV that led to an inspirational career in education.

A man holds up a UNLV license plate reading "Piotr"
People | September 23, 2020

College of Engineering Alumnus of the Year Piotr Tomasik has been involved in several startups since his 2009 commencement.

A woman smiles in front of a 'Rebels Make it Happen' sign
People | September 22, 2020

College of Education Alumna of the Year Tonia Holmes-Sutton boasts an impressive array of experience fighting for teachers and education regionally and state-wide.

Brandi Dupont headshot
People | September 18, 2020

School of Dental Medicine Alumna of the Year Dr. Brandi Dupont pursued a career in oral health to help better serve those in need.

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People | September 15, 2020

As the owner of a marketing business, Lee Business School Alumna of the Year Gina Bongiovi couldn't find a lawyer who could give affordable advice for her business. So she stepped in to fill the void.

A woman in a suit leans against a stone wall
People | September 8, 2020

Outstanding Faculty Award winner Alona Angosta progressed from bachelor's to master's to tenured faculty at the university that made her feel welcome.

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People | August 14, 2020

Known for pushing the envelope and for being ahead of the curve, English professor and pop culture advocate Felicia Campbell joined the UNLV faculty in 1962.