Matt Jacob

Matt Jacob is a freelance writer based in Las Vegas.

Articles by Matt Jacob

Claytee White sits at a table in the library with her left hand on a stack of books
People | September 24, 2024

Interested in learning about Southern Nevada’s rich and complicated past? University Libraries Alumna of the Year Claytee White has the stories.

Action shot of UNLV linebacker Jackson Woodard during a game
Athletics | September 23, 2024

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.

Physical therapist Juan Gutierrez poses with his arms folded in an empty hospital room
People | September 19, 2024

Inspired by another UNLV grad, Juan Gutierrez Jr. focuses his career on helping others through physical therapy. He's now the School of Integrated Health Sciences' Alumnus of the Year.

Wynn Las Vegas CEO Craig Billings poses in a dark blue suit in front of trees strung with white lights
People | September 13, 2024

Hard work, resolve, self-belief — Lee Business School Alumnus of the Year Craig Billings relied on it all to climb to the top at Wynn Resorts.

Lynn Manning John poses in the desert facing to her left
People | September 3, 2024

The College of Education Alumna of the Year works to land much-needed funding for the school where her educational journey began — and where she returned as principal.