programs and have hosted events such as the Mountain West Conference basketball tournament and the National Finals Rodeo.
In 2007, the 188,000 sq ft (17,500 m2) recreation center was completed.
The Mendenhall Center, a training center dedicated for the UNLV basketball program, opened in 2012. The Fertitta Football Complex for UNLV Football opened in 2019.
=== Other notable buildings ===
Performing arts facilities include the Judy Bayley Theatre (1972), the Artemus W. Ham Concert Hall (1976), the Black Box Theatre, the Alta Ham Fine Arts Complex (1982), and the Lee and Thomas Beam Music Center (2001).
In 2007, a new 135,000 sq ft (12,500 m2) student union was opened. This building offers many amenities for students including a social atmosphere, a diverse food court, conference rooms, a game room, student government offices, and student organization offices.
Greenspun Hall opened its doors in 2008. It houses the Greenspun College of Urban Affairs and the Brookings Mountain West Institute. It also houses the …
