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Former ÐÔÊӽ紫ý President Robert Maxson Passes Away
Maxson led ÐÔÊӽ紫ý from 1984 to 94 through expansion of graduate programs.
Namesakes: Selma Bartlett, the College of Engineering's ‘Queen of Scholarships’
Trailblazing banker helped generations of Rebels complete their degrees and launch their careers. She passed away Sept. 16.
The Back Story: The Rose Garden
The garden is among the many contributions to ÐÔÊӽ紫ý from Elaine Wynn. The business leader and philanthropist passed away April 14, 2025.
Namesakes: Las Vegas Pioneer Joyce Mack and Her Vision for the Next Generation
The philanthropist and her family bet on ÐÔÊӽ紫ý's success with contributions to help establish the campus, build the Thomas & Mack Center, and advance the law school.
Namesakes: The William W. Sullivan Center for Academic Enrichment & Outreach
CAEO founder helped disadvantaged students progress through the academic pipeline from middle school to post-baccalaureate degree.
The Back Story: Jon Cobain, ÐÔÊӽ紫ý's First Graduate
The former student body president and longtime donor passes away, 60 years after ÐÔÊӽ紫ý's first commencement.