News: Intercollegiate Athletics

Wearing a blue checkered blazer, blue checkered dress shirt and gray pants, Joe Murphy, winner of the 2024 Silver State Award, poses in the shop at Murphy Electric
People |

After launching his electrical contracting business, Joe Murphy plugs into his spirit of generosity to support UNLV.

Wearing a dark suit and sunglasses, UNLV Graduate College Alumnus of the Year Lonnie Wright poses on campus with a We Are UNLV sign in the background
People |

From scholarship athlete and three-time graduate to educator and tireless advocate, Lonnie Wright embodies the Rebel Spirit like no other.

woman posing under "Thomas and Mack Moot Court" signage
UNLV History |

The matriarch of the Mack family supported the university's rise since its founding.

graphic saying "We Will Ascend Together" with conference logos
Campus News |

UNLV President Keith E. Whitfield and Director of Athletics Erick Harper announced that Rebel Athletics will extend its contract with the Mountain West from July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2032.

Action shot of UNLV linebacker Jackson Woodard during a game
Athletics |

From the football field to the classroom to the community, highly decorated UNLV linebacker Jackson Woodard is consumed with being the best version of himself.

A group of cheerleaders holding white pom poms at Premier UNLV.
Athletics |

UNLV once again boasts national champs in cheer and dance. Here's your guide to the teams bringing the spirit to athletic events.

Jaineet Chhabra, MD
People |

Jaineet Chhabra, family medicine resident at the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine, is making his mark in the sports medicine field.

A portait of former UNLV defensive lineman, Ammir Aziz, throwing a football.
Business and Community |

Former UNLV lineman Ammir Aziz uses his experience to block suicide in young people of color through the nonprofit The Defensive Line.

Josh Hawkins, UNLV
Campus News |

News highlights featuring UNLV students and staff who made (refreshing) waves in the headlines.

Christine Parris in red suit speaking at mic during event
Athletics |

Nearly 35 years after shining on the softball diamond, Christine Parris returns to campus for a well-deserved induction into the UNLV Athletics Hall of Fame.

man holding up hands to show LV for UNLV
People |

The longtime student advisor is the 2024 Senior Administrative Faculty of the Year.

Steve Stallworth speaks to a crowd with the Strip in the background
Athletics |

Legendary men’s golf coach Dwaine Knight and former NFL standout Talance Sawyer are among those enshrined as part of class of 2024.