When not busy championing civil rights and other pro bono work, Kelly Dove stays connected to UNLV's law school as a volunteer, moot court judge, and mentor.

Midwestern transplant Michelle Samuel discovered UNLV, racking up two degrees (and counting), countless mentorship hours, and a position of leadership in athletic training.

Chris Smith fell in love with the bright lights of Las Vegas as a child, and since then, has carved a path in the hospitality industry through high-level human resources positions.

For Emily Powers, some of her most important experiences at UNLV happened outside of the classroom — through the Honors College.

Leslie Mujica's volunteer work on campus aimed at opening more doors for lower-income students.

Landscape architect and Fine Arts Alumna of the Year Cecilia Schafler finds the Mojave Desert fertile grounds when it comes to inspiration.

From artist to architect, the impact UNLV had on Dwayne Eshenbaugh resulted in a lifelong devotion to his alma mater and addressing social issues.

Even after relocating to Phoenix, engineering alumna Lisa Freestone continues to prove a loyal, active, and generous Rebel.

Alumna Jhone Ebert's career in education began on the ski slopes. She went on to be an influential leader for Nevada's schools.

Dr. Evelyn Herrera understands the importance of providing underserved communities with accessible dental health care.

Alumnus Phil Ralston has been as instrumental in the residential growth of the Las Vegas Valley as he has in the cultivation of Lee Business School.

Nevada Department of Education honors pre-kindergarten teacher Carl “Mr. Carl” Esteban.