Sociology bachelor's has been foundational for College of Liberal Arts alumna of the year's ascent to heights of corporate leadership.

Master's student Carissa Hernandez is dedicated to her second career as a nurse educator.

Dr. Harry Ching enjoys the complexity of head and neck surgery.

A turn with a bully in the seventh grade put Law School Alumna of the Year Marisa Rodriguez on the career path.

Integrated Health Sciences Alumnus of the Year Edwin Suarez's interest in physical therapy started with an injury of his own.

Inspired by an instructor during her undergraduate years, the education professor now strives to similarly motivate her students.

William F. Harrah College of Hospitality Alumnus of the Year still drawing on lessons learned as an intern at Bellagio.

Honors College Alumnus of the Year follows in his grandfather's footsteps to a legal career.

Dr. Carmen Flores was undaunted by the naysayers along her bumpy path to becoming a surgeon.

College of Sciences Alumna of the Year made a change at UNLV that led to an inspirational career in education.

Alumnus Oliver Wu now recruits UNLV students for their career ambition, can-do attitude, and ability to communicate with diverse people.

An early adopter of online teaching, this professor understands that technology is both a curse and a blessing.