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The Code to Success? Robert Newburn Says STEM Education

The College of Engineering's Alumnus of the Year led state legislative efforts that helped to expand learning and future career opportunities for K-12 students.

Robert Newman, who earned one of the first computer science degrees offered by UNLV, is the Howard R. Hughes College of Engineering Alumnus of the Year. (Photos by Michael Roberts)

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