Greenspun College of Urban Affairs Alumna of the Year Judy Tudor had her priorities reorganized because someone took the time to be kind.

College of Liberal Arts Alumna of the Year Jeanne Hamrick helps keep the funds flowing to Southern Nevada charities.

William F. Harrah College of Hospitality Alumnus of the Year David Ross learned early that being part of the gaming industry means giving back.

Honors College Alumnus of the Year Paul Moradkhan keeps the region's ledgers in the black through his work with the Las Vegas Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce.

Boyd School of Law Alumna of the Year Brenda Weksler says mentors helped push her to greatness.

College of Education Alumnus of the Year Wayne Nunnely credits it all to football coach Bill Ireland.

Alumni of the Year in the sciences, engineering, business, and health care share invaluable lessons learned long ago.

Silver State Award winner Mark Fine has helped provide crucial support for the university from the community.

An early meeting with a professor led Jeremy Aguero, the 2018 Outstanding Alumnus of the Year, to law school and beyond.

Brenden O'Toole, Mohamed Trabia, and Bernard Malamud all received valuable mentoring as students, and now try to repay it with younger generations.

The Rotary Club made it possible for Achievement in Service Award winner Michael Gordon to come to UNLV. Now he's giving back to the city.

From the gridiron to the board room, these alums know how important it is to have someone help them out early in their education and careers.