News: Special Collections and Archives

two women in swimsuits on boat on lake mead
People |

The Robert Scott Hooper Photograph Collection at ÐÔÊӽ紫ý preserves decades of celebrity portraiture, commercial imagery, and the changing visual culture of Las Vegas. 

Su Kim Chung poses with cardboard cutouts of Sammy Davis Jr. Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin in the ÐÔÊӽ紫ý Special Collections and Archives office
People |

Su Kim Chung shares what's special to her after a quarter century working in ÐÔÊӽ紫ý Special Collections & Archives.

Lorri Jackson stands against railing in Lied Library
People |

Balancing full-time work while taking classes, the ÐÔÊӽ紫ý alumna built the skills and confidence to launch a two-decade career in wealth management.

collage of historic illustrations and photos of the ÐÔÊӽ紫ý library
ÐÔÊӽ紫ý History |

When the original Dickinson Library proved too small for a growing university, a new facility transformed research, study, and campus life.

two adults organizing and distributing food at event
Campus News |

ÐÔÊӽ紫ý community outreach programs offer practical learning opportunities for students while leveraging our resources to address societal needs.

man inspecting pages of a book
Campus News |

Students learn how to judge a book by its cover.

replica cannon with signage above saying "Rebels"
ÐÔÊӽ紫ý History |

The story behind the Battle for Nevada rivalry trophy began with Rebel pranksters in the dark of the night.

Fall colors 2025
Campus News |

Some of the biggest news headlines featuring ÐÔÊӽ紫ý faculty and students.

The "Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas" sign.
Campus News |

Welcome to the fabulous history of the Entertainment Capital of the World.

A collage of neon lights around a performer in feathers and a headpiece with the words "The Life of a Showgirl" overlayed.
Campus News |

Costume sketches, photos, programs, and rare materials showcase the dazzling history of Las Vegas showgirls.

Norma Jean Almadovar, a sex worker rights activist, poses with her collection of documents.
Research |

The Norma Jean Almodovar Papers document decades of advocacy and expand ÐÔÊӽ紫ý’s collecting initiative on sexual entertainment and economies.

ÐÔÊӽ紫ý seasonal eggs
Campus News |

A collection of colorful headlines featuring ÐÔÊӽ紫ý staff and students.