News: Alumni Engagement
Sciences Alumnus of the Year Scott Wade parlayed a campus job into a prolific career as an environmental scientist (and novelist … and karate black belt … and community leader).
Anne Weisman, the 2025 Graduate College Alumna of the Year, turned a near-fatal tragedy into a lifelong passion for learning, serving, and helping everyone in her orbit get the most out of life.
Dave Valenta is quick to credit his ÐÔÊӽ紫ý degree for helping him climb the law-enforcement ladder. Now the Urban Affairs Alumnus of the Year is back on campus prepping the next generation of justice seekers.
The duo presented their pitch to Nevada Surplus Lines Foundation board members, who agreed to fund the first cohort of insurance and risk management juniors and seniors with up to $10,000 per year.
Lee Business School alum Lorenzo Scardicchio turns personal tragedy into purpose by creating an app for students that provides wellness and suicide prevention resources.
Felicia Hersh’s original career plan vanished in the blink of an eye. Thankfully, another quickly surfaced, nudging the Liberal Arts Alumna of the Year into a career rich with history.
The series is comprised of public lectures presented by internationally recognized artists, designers, art historians, and curators.
After two ÐÔÊӽ紫ý degrees paved the way to success for Kevin Pitt, the Integrated Health Sciences Alumnus of the Year is doing his part to help future Rebel graduates.
This intensive incubator program offers real-world experience by having emerging filmmakers collaborate with students on short film projects.
While unremarkable in style, the now-destroyed University Gardens plaza offered some beloved businesses to the neighborhood over the years.
New ÐÔÊӽ紫ý letters installation brings a pop of Rebel red and bit of Las Vegas flair to campus.
Harrah College of Hospitality hosts week-long camp for college-bound youth with big dreams for their careers.