Topic: namesakes

entrance to library
People | August 29, 2017

Ernst Lied and his namesake library continue to play an important part in the everyday lives of UNLV students.

William. S. Boyd
People | November 22, 2016

A conversation with William S. Boyd, lead benefactor of the UNLV law school.

Gary Ackerman
Campus News | October 5, 2016

With the Ackerman Center, families in Las Vegas Valley finally now have one place to turn to for comprehensive autism care.

entrance of the women's center
UNLV History | July 2, 2015

Weight Watchers founder Jean Nidetch inspired millions to eat healthy and then shared her success by helping thousands of Rebels through the campus women’s center and scholarships.

Carolyn and Malcolm Graham
UNLV History | March 18, 2015

UNLV’s first mathematics professor reminisces about how he ended up in Las Vegas and helped build the university from the ground up.

View of the rose garden with Flashlight in the background
UNLV History | June 11, 2014

The Lee Pascal Rose Garden is ready to bloom. Here's how this beautiful campus spot came to be.

Student walking through garden
UNLV History | February 12, 2013

Nestled in the center of campus is a peaceful retreat for visitors. The garden's plants are a showcase for the beauty that thrives in arid climates.

Valerie Pida cutting the ribbon for the dedication of the plaza
UNLV History | December 10, 2012

Cheerleader's courageous battle with cancer inspired the entire campus.

Houssels House, named for casino executive J. Kell Houssels, was originally built in downtown Las Vegas.The Houssels family donated the home, along with $20,000 to cover the expenses of moving the home to the UNLV campus.
UNLV History | November 3, 2010

The 1930s Houssels House is UNLV's oldest building, but it wasn't placed on campus until 1983. See photos of the historic home's move from downtown to campus.