2010-11 Year in Review
Rebels were out making a difference in the community, winning international honors, sharing their knowledge at major events, and making breakthroughs in research. View some of the most memorable moments from this year.
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A Reason to Smile
The Adopt-A-School program partners local at-risk elementary schools with UNLV, rewarding the students for their academic efforts while teaching them the importance of higher education. Activities include a book drive, spirit rally, and visits from UNLV athletes and staff.View photos and videos
Fix 'Er Up
The Nevada Healthy Homes Partnership a is a collaboration between UNLV and community partners to inspect and fix homes, making them safe and improving the living conditions of local residents.
A Class for Everyone
Through UNLV's Continuing Education program, it's never too late to learn new things. The courses provide nontraditional students an opportunity for professional certification, skill enhancement, and personal enrichment.
Taking Care of Business
Calvin "Tito" Hudson Jr. worked with the Nevada Small Business Development Center for help getting his barbershop off the ground. The university's many centers and outreach programs help companies large and small.
Fall Foliage
Fall colors adorn the campus.
New Pair of Kicks
UNLV Engelstad Scholars participated in the eighth-annual Goodie Two Shoes giveaway in October. The scholars, who form meaningful ties to the community through local service organizations, helped pass out new shoes and socks to more than 2,000 children. View video
Making a Difference
The Rebel Service Council's DASH (Delivering and Serving Hope) program raises awareness of the hunger and homeless crisis in the Las Vegas area. Students give their time, attention, and meal credits toward making and delivering sandwiches to the local homeless.View video of the program
President Advocates for UNLV
President Neal Smatresk has been the face of UNLV in the community: leading the university through the budget crisis, trumpeting higher education's value to the community, and serving as the first education representative on the Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce's Board of Trustees.
It's an Honor
As part of the 2010 homecoming festivities, former Runnin' Rebel coach Jerry Tarkanian was given the UNLV Alumni Association Silver State Award for his contributions to UNLV and the community. Greg Anthony, who played for Tarkanian, was recognized as the association's Alumnus of the Year.
Lucky Number Seven
The men's swim team won its seventh straight Mountain West Conference championship. Sophomore Cody Roberts was named swimmer of the year and Jim Reitz was honored as the conference's top coach.
Raining Cats and Dogs
Students walk across campus with umbrellas during a winter rainstorm.
Perfection
The Lady Rebels tennis team finished the Mountain West Conference regular season with a perfect 8-0 record. This is the team's third first-place finish since the conference debuted.
The Gift of Light
Engineering students Wali Zaidi (pictured), Sammy Zaidi, and Christopher Belcher won the international Humanitarian Technology Challenge with the design of a solar-driven electrical power system that could bring electricity to remote areas in third-world countries.Read the full story
A Hole in Won
Therese Koelbaek was named the 2011 Mountain West Conference Golfer of the Year. The senior also won the MWC individual title with a seven-under par total of 209. In addition, junior Derek Ernst was selected as the MWC Men's Golfer of the Year for the second straight year. He also won the 2011 MWC men's golf individual title.
A Rebel Returns
Former Runnin' Rebel Dave Rice became the first former player to be named head coach of the UNLV program. Rice played for two seasons as a reserve guard on two of Jerry Tarkanian's Final Four teams. Read what Rice says about returning to UNLV
It's a Home Run
Tim Chambers was named head baseball coach after 11 seasons leading the nationally ranked College of Southern Nevada program. Chambers has coached locally at the high school, junior college, and now Division I levels over the past two decades.Read the full story of Chambers' journey
The Best and the Brightest
Outstanding Graduates are selected by President Neal Smatresk based on academic achievements, community outreach, and their ability to overcome adversity. This year's honorees include: Elian Aljadeff-Abergel, Cody Bremner, Sean Comeau, Leisl Carr Childers, Shipra De, Courtney Waldron, David Basta, Kristin Guthrie, Jeremy Houska (pictured), and Tereza Jezkova.
An Exciting Walk
More than 6,000 students earned their degrees this academic year and were eligible to participate in either the winter 2010 or spring 2011 commencement ceremonies at the Thomas & Mack Center. The winter event marked the first time undergraduates wore red caps and gowns.
Welcoming Students Back With a Bang
Premier UNLV kicked off the academic year, welcoming new and returning students to campus. The beloved tradition, which started in 1996, includes a cookout, live music, and the formation of the letters U-N-L-V by students holding flashlights.
Helping Those Without
The College of Business and Three Square food bank hosted a Hunger Walk in October to provide food for those in need. The inaugural event brought in 262 pounds of food and $180 in donations.
In Memoriam
The LB3 fundraiser was held in October in memory of Lindsay Bennett. The architecture student and Rebel Girl was killed by a drunk driver in 2009.
Rich Cultural Traditions
The UNLV Festival of Communities celebrates the rich cultural traditions of the Las Vegas community. Held in April, the event features food, live performances, and entertainment for the entire family. View video highlights of the 2011 event
Engineering the Future
Engineering undergraduates bring high-tech inventions to life during the semi-annual Senior Design Competition, while MBA students develop business plans for the projects.View video of the 2010 competition
Helping Problem Gamblers
Professor Bo Bernhard's latest research shows that treatment is effective in helping problem gamblers. In April, he discussed the genetic foundation of pathological gambling with HLN's Dr. Drew Pinsky.Read more
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From Bacteria to Biofuels
Microbiology professor Brian Hedlund’s success identifying and characterizing new hot springs organisms has led to his being recognized as a leading expert on this untapped but potentially rich renewable resource. Read the full story
Making an Impact
Nursing professor Barbara St. Pierre Schneider is teaming with the U.S. Air Force to study the effects of air transport on skeletal muscle crush injury, an effort that could lead to new ways to treat wounded soldiers. Read more
Gold in the Silver State
A team of UNLV and UNR researchers have devised a new model for how Nevada’s gold deposits formed, which may help in exploration efforts for new deposits. Read the full story
Presidential Visit
President Barack Obama discussed the economic situation of the region at UNLV on July 9.
A True Cooking Experience
World-renowned French chef Joël Robuchon, center, worked with UNLV students as part of the Harrah Hotel College's Chef Artist Series, which allows students to learn culinary and hospitality techniques as they work alongside professional chefs.Watch a video of the hotel college's student-run Capstone Café.
Keeping it Clean
Industry leaders and officials gathered at UNLV to discuss the nation’s clean energy future at the National Clean Energy Summit 3.0: Investing in American Jobs in September.
Taking a Break
Students take a break from studying to enjoy the weather.
A Sustainable Future
The Nevada 2.0: New Economies for a Sustainable Future conference held at UNLV in January explored the next steps for diversifying Nevada's economy by examining similar efforts in nearby states. Watch video
Discussing Politics
Former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush, right, and political strategist James Carville, left, discussed "Post-Midterm America: Where do we go from here?" as part of the Barrick Lecture Series, which brings nationally and internationally known speakers to campus.
Poker Face
Gaming legend Jack Binion, poker stars Annie Duke, left, and Howard Lederer, right, and UCLA law professor Russell Korobkin, shared insights into how winning poker strategies can be applied to business dealings, legal proceedings, and everyday life. The November event was hosted by the Saltman Center for Conflict Resolution at UNLV's Boyd School of Law.
The Death of Old News
The Black Mountain Institute at UNLV hosted a discussion about "The Death of Old News," with journalists Jim Lehrer, left, Alex Jones, and Brian Greenspun, right. The institute is an international literary center dedicated to promoting discourse on today's most pressing issues.Watch executive director Carol Harter talk about BMI
Ansel Adams Exhibit
The Marjorie Barrick Museum exhibited "Ansel Adams: Distance and Detail" Jan. 3-March 4. The display featured 30 of the iconic photographer's landscape and architectural images.
Honoring Those Who Serve
The UNLV Veterans Memorial commemorates and honors Las Vegas and UNLV service members from all wars and conflicts. The memorial, organized by the UNLV Student Veterans Organization, was dedicated Sept. 11 and sits at the base of the stairs near the Alta Ham Fine Arts Building.
30 Years for a Campus Landmark
In March, UNLV's "Flashlight," turned 30. The campus landmark, constructed by husband and wife team Claes Oldenburg and Coosje van Bruggen, sits in the courtyard outside the Performing Arts Center. Read the full story
Playing Music for 30 Years
Campus radio station KUNV, operated by the Greenspun College of Urban Affairs, celebrated its 30th anniversary. Students from a variety of majors work and volunteer at the station as announcers, producers, production managers, and programming coordinators.
Practice Facility
UNLV broke ground in the fall on the Mendenhall Center, a 38,000-square-foot basketball facility funded by outside donations. The center will have two regulation-sized practice courts, locker rooms, strength and conditioning equipment, an academics area, and a team video room.
Historic Structure
The Science and Engineering Building officially opened. The building supports innovative research approaches through collaboration among faculty in the sciences, engineering, health sciences, and other units on campus. At 205,779-square-foot, it has a 200-seat auditorium, labs, smart conference rooms, and a café.
Making a Mark
The Guinn Millennium Scholarship Wall lists the more than 7,000 UNLV graduates who have benefited from the scholarship since 2000. The temporary installation, located inside the Student Union, also includes a history of the program and a biography of the late Kenny Guinn, who served both as Nevada governor and as interim UNLV president.Read the full story
