News: William F. Harrah College of Hospitality
UNLV researchers made international headlines this year with their discoveries. Here's a roundup of some of our top stories of 2021.
An enduring commencement tradition continued Dec. 14 as UNLV president honored five outstanding students who exemplify the academic, research, and community impact of the graduating class.
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Events manager taps into her strong organizational skills to make a career shift to nursing.
A collection of news stories featuring research and accomplishment at UNLV.
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Students are getting the professional experience of a lifetime with the help of a new Strip resort and its Rebel-led executive team.
A collection of news stories featuring stargazing and change at UNLV.
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Fred C. Albrecht Outstanding Alumnus of the Year Guy Fieri, Food Network icon and champion of several major charitable causes, talks about his journey to UNLV and well beyond.
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UNLV researchers discover that a common strategy to increase play time on slot machines simply doesn’t add up.
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Alumni volunteers encouraged to give back by helping students develop their professional skills.
A collection of news stories featuring collaboration and reflection at UNLV.
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Housekeeping robots and meltable bedsheets are no longer the stuff of sci-fi. Here's how UNLV and industry partners are helping to steady a shaken hospitality industry through innovative product development.
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Hospitality Alumna of the Year came to Las Vegas on a family vacation and never wanted to leave.