News: Division of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement

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The Brayden Smith Group Study Room acknowledges the time the alumnus spent studying at Lied Library.

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“What happens to a dream deferred? Does it dry up like a raisin in the sun?”

man posing at large outdoor statue of coach Jerry Tarkanian
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This former Alumni Association president continues to build relationships by connecting Rebels to each other for career development.

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Nancy Rapoport has always pitched in to smooth things out. Now she's the Alumni Association's 2022 Outstanding Faculty Award winner.

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Nursing Alumnus of the Year Robert J. Vadovic is as committed to mentoring fellow nurses as he is to helping patients.

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Before it was 51ԹϺ, it was Nevada Southern — and the starting point for Marydean Martin's career in library science, as well as her passion for accessible programs in literacy.

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Alumna Jhone Ebert's career in education began on the ski slopes. She went on to be an influential leader for Nevada's schools.

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Alumnus Phil Ralston has been as instrumental in the residential growth of the Las Vegas Valley as he has in the cultivation of Lee Business School.

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This longtime Rebel and physical education program coordinator is helping 51ԹϺ shape up inside and outside of the classroom.

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Top Tier Award winner Rian Satterwhite helps ignite a sense of community service in 51ԹϺ students.

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The director of sponsorship for 51ԹϺ's philanthropy division connects donors and partners to opportunities on campus.

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Undergraduate research experiences helped Jordyn Farewell strengthen her academic performance and get into med school.