Articles by UNLV News Center
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Fabulously Failed Dreams
The unadulterated visions of grand architecture found in UNLV Libraries' Special Collections and Archives.
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The Mace Wielder
Who's the leading the procession at commencement? The ceremony's grand marshal carries the mace as our symbolic protector.
May 2018 Outstanding UNLV Graduates
UNLV president will highlight exceptional students at commencement who embody the academic, research, and community impact of the graduating class.
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The Scientist and Educator: Jeff Eggleston
The research he’s done at UNLV has set Eggleston on a path to addressing movement-related impairments in children with developmental disorders or disabilities.
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The Fearless Lawyer: Monica Pechous
Pechous got involved in several student organizations, was Lee Business School Ambassador, joined the Honors College, and became a new student orientation leader. Next up: Law school.
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The Future Governor: Kanani Espinoza
The president of the grad student association and UNLV employee added another Rebel degree to her credentials.
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The Dental Enthusiast: Taylor Cohen
After graduation, the Reno native is heading to Portland, Oregon, for a year to complete her general practice residency at Oregon Health & Science University.
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The Music Mogul: Chris Berry
Berry transferred to UNLV so he could mash up communication studies with business to prepare for a career in the music industry.
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The Activist-Scholar: Desire Galvez
At UNLV, the Las Vegas native found a welcoming community. Now she hopes to recreate the positive learning environment she experienced.