UNLV's 29th annual Honors Convocation is set for 10 a.m. Thursday (April 20) in the Artemus W. Ham Concert Hall.

The convocation is the university's way of recognizing its outstanding students and faculty each year.

Some 980 students will receive scholarships and academic awards during the ceremony. More than 25 faculty members, selected by their colleagues and students, will receive research and teaching awards.

The public is invited to attend this ceremony.