Photographed as part of the UNLV Special Collections and Archives' Building Las Vegas collecting initiative started in 2016. This photo series documents ongoing construction work at the Allegiant Stadium.

From the Nita Londo Rieger Photograph Collection (PH-00315).

The first commencement for Nevada Southern University (NSU). Pictured here include Governor Grant Sawyer; Dr. William Carlson, first dean of Nevada Southern; and Jon Cobain, President of the Class of 1964. Handwritten description provided on back of image: "N.S. 1st Commencement 6/3/64. Governer Sawyer congratulating William D. Carson, first dean and administrative head of Nevada Southern, upon being presented a plague of appreciation from the Class of 1964. Jon Cobain, President of the Class of 1964 on the right." Group Creators credit goes to Photo/Rama.