An enduring UNLV end-of-semester tradition is to highlight exceptional students who embody the academic, research, and community impact of the graduating class.

This month’s frosty headlines and highlights from the students and faculty of UNLV.

After seeing a need for more physical therapists who can serve Native communities, three UNLV students take matters into their own hands.

The associate dean of research in Integrated Health Sciences leans into his own immigrant story to provide others with opportunities.

Inspired by another UNLV grad, Juan Gutierrez Jr. focuses his career on helping others through physical therapy. He's now the School of Integrated Health Sciences' Alumnus of the Year.

Students share the moments that mirror — and defy — internship stereotypes in popular media. 

UNLV Law School has 14 top 100 programs in publication’s 2024 rankings, including No. 2 ranking for legal writing; Physical Therapy cracks top 50.
 

UNLV professor Thessa Hilgenkamp addresses the unique anatomy in adults with Down syndrome that makes being active more challenging.

As the nation's most-watched sports entertainment event rolls into town, UNLV researchers are available to provide expertise.

Alumna Rosedaveia Howell is the first UNLV recipient of the American Physical Therapy Association's Minority Scholarship.

As Southern Nevada’s image as a mecca for professional sports continues to grow, so too do employment opportunities for UNLV graduates. 

UNLV professor Jennifer Nash shares insights on why fall prevention is so important to maintaining health as we age.