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While the billionaire ushered in the corporate era, his Las Vegas Strip properties failed to achieve spectacular success. Learn more about this part of our history through UNLV Special Collections.

Women have been forces to reckon with in the often rough-and-tumble history of Nevada gaming. Here are five you should know about.
Therapy dogs spread a little puppy love to stressed-out students.

David G. Schwartz’s latest work offers a fascinating sketch of one of Las Vegas’ greatest characters, Jay Sarno, and a reminder of the importance of sharing stories.

Peter Michel, head of exhibits for Special Collections, on the history of Nevada through historic maps.

How did Nevada become a world leader in gaming? Expert David Schwartz picks out the key dates that changed our state's biggest industry.

Early African American settlers built their fortunes and pushed for equality in the surprisingly integrated Nevada community.

As the state celebrates its 150th year, special collections librarian Su Kim Chung shares her picks for the most important records on early Las Vegas history.
Our students once looked forward to this annual formal dance that featured a queen and her court.
David Schwartz, director of the UNLV Center for Gaming Research, was recently named among the top 40 emerging gaming leaders by Global Gaming Business Magazine.

50 years ago, the student body welcomed the president to Las Vegas then soon lamented his death in Rebel Yell editorials.

Six scholars have been selected to complete residencies at UNLV Special Collections.