Matt Jacob

Matt Jacob is a freelance writer based in Las Vegas.

Articles by Matt Jacob

A woman stands in front of a mural with her arms outstretched.
People | September 10, 2021

College of Education Alumna of the Year Ramona Esparza has helped challenge outdated educational practices and develop new concepts that focus on the well-being of all children in more than two decades with the Clark County School District.

Woman poses in front of the Mirage casino
People | September 3, 2021

Alumni Association's Faculty Member of the Year Bobbie Barnes finds a way to say "yes" to so many opportunities.

Portrait of Alexis Freudenberger master's student at the Harrah College of Hospitality
People | April 7, 2021

For as long as she can remember, Alexis Freudenberger’s life has revolved around breakfast. Now, the graduate student is learning all the tricks of the hospitality trade — and figuring out just how and where she will apply them.

Jean Sternlight
Research | February 16, 2021

New article co-authored by law professor Jean Sternlight will explore the role psychology plays in law’s increasingly high-tech world.

A man stands next to a stone wall
People | October 22, 2020

Outstanding Alumnus of the Year didn't let a little thing like Nevada's only law school closing stop him from pursuing a legal education.

A man leands against a wall with his arms folded
People | October 21, 2020

Silver State Award-winner Larry Ruvo is still charging hard into philanthropy, just like he has for more than 40 years.

A man sits in front of wall-to-wall bookshelves
People | October 21, 2020

Achievement in Service Award winner Michael Green is UNLV's resident expert in all things Silver State.

A man looks at a pocket watch
People | October 20, 2020

Former Marine and College of Urban Affairs Alumnus of the Year has fought to get help for Nevada's veterans seeking educational opportunities.