More than 2,700 new UNLV graduates participated in Spring Commencement May 16 at Thomas & Mack Center.

Students from 38 states and 54 countries to take part in 9 a.m., 2 p.m. ceremonies at Thomas & Mack Center; expected grads up 15 percent from 2014.

Gift from Bennett Family Foundation will help growing college recruit and retain Nevada’s – and the nation’s – top academic talent.

Waqar, a junior in UNLV’s Honors College, one of just 58 college students nationwide selected for $30,000 award based on academics, public service leadership potential.

W.K. Kellogg Foundation funds support research and awareness programs for Nevada Institute for Children’s Research and Policy at UNLV, Children’s Advocacy Alliance.

Jim Rogers Way, the gateway to the UNLV Harry Reid Research & Technology Park, celebrates the impact of philanthropist and former NSHE chancellor.

UNLV, community partners team up for free program that turns Christmas trees into mulch for local parks; more than 15,000 trees recycled in 2013.

Henderson residents with homes built before 1978 could qualify for free home inspection, repair and/or removal of lead-based paint.

University submits application to begin process for accreditation by Liaison Committee on Medical Education; planning for inaugural entering class in fall 2017.