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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 ÐÔÊӽ紫ý 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 ÐÔÊӽ紫ý Special Collections.

The works of medieval Italian composers such as Landini are beautifully copied in the Squarcialupi Codex in the ÐÔÊӽ紫ý Music Library.

An off-handed comment created a new career path for the leader of ÐÔÊӽ紫ý's subject librarians team.

Not all library visitors have been two-legged humans. In the "Tumbleweed Tech" days, patrons sometimes slithered their way in or slurped from the fountain.