Topic: UNLV history

a man and woman posing in a formal garden
UNLV History | April 15, 2025

The garden is among the many contributions to UNLV from Elaine Wynn. The business leader and philanthropist passed away April 14, 2025.

black and white photo of Herbert Derfelt
UNLV History | April 2, 2025

UNLV’s origin story traces back to one vote by one man, Herb Derfelt. And his legacy continues through generations of family members who followed in his educator footsteps.

Pate Thomas holds a photo of his great-grandfather Herbert Derfelt
UNLV History | April 2, 2025

Pate Thomas initially had no desire to add his name to the long list of family members who became Rebels and then educators. Now? He’s a proud alum, a difference-making educator, and the boss of a brand-new high school.

woman in red suit presenting at podium
People | September 15, 2023

President Emerita Carol C. Harter broke down barriers while building up UNLV's status as a research institution.

archival photo of man working in tv control room
UNLV History | September 8, 2023

Groundbreaking for its time, nursing students from UNLV and UNR were able to learn and debate via a live, two-way statewide microwave link.