Matt Jacob

Matt Jacob is a freelance writer based in Las Vegas.

Articles by Matt Jacob

Russell Korobkin gestures with hands while speaking
Business and Community | January 28, 2020

The Saltman Center advances the conflict resolution conversation via thought-provoking lectures, special events.

A man in a gray jacket stands in front of 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ memorabilia
People | November 14, 2019

Achievement in Service Award winner Ken Bahl has been a key figure in 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ's Alumni Association.

A man in a suit stands on a balcony overlooking the desert
People | November 13, 2019

A trip back to 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ to earn an MBA led Lee School of Business Alumnus of the Year Kevin Orrock to the heights of The Howard Hughes Corporation.

A woman in a flower print shirt stands in front of a row of computers
People | November 8, 2019

Honors College Alumna of the Year and faculty member Noelle Lefforge is a four-time alumna of the university.

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People | November 8, 2019

School of Nursing Alumna of the Year Robin Dail has helped shaped the field of pediatrics in her journey from 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ to Chapel Hill, Duke, and South Carolina.

A woman stands at a sand trap on a golf course
People | November 6, 2019

College of Urban Affairs Alumna of the Year Sarah Thornton struck out on her own 12 years ago, and has reaped success since.

A hand holds the lid to a petri dish while a dropper samples a liquid from it.
People | November 1, 2019

College of Sciences Alumnus of the Year Travis Huxman: Being a Rebel means having the courage to take a seat at any table.

A woman wearing purple glasses smiles
People | October 30, 2019

School of Public Health Alumna of the Year Tracy Donnelly, noted for her work on a study about lead levels in candy, is currently helping Canada's indigenous population get access to higher education.

A man stands at a driving range, with a view of the Las Vegas Strip behind him
People | October 29, 2019

Howard R. Hughes College of Engineering Alumnus of the Year is one of the youngest principals among Southern Nevada engineering firms.