UNLV releases statement on Elaine Wynn’s passing
Wynn served on the UNLV Foundation Board of Directors from 1983 to 2008 and was Board Chair from 1985 to 1991.
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- In 1989, Wynn funded the Lee Pascal Rose Garden in honor of her mother, Lee Pascal, populated with “Show Biz” roses to symbolize the family’s prominence in gaming and entertainment
- She Co-Founded Mirage Resorts and Wynn Resorts with her former husband Steve Wynn, having passed away at the age of 82
Following the April 15 passing of former Wynn Resorts and Mirage Resorts Co-Founder Elaine Wynn, the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) has released a statement in remembrance of the former gaming and entertainment industry leader.
“The UNLV family was profoundly saddened to learn of the passing of business entrepreneur and philanthropist Elaine Wynn today,” UNLV Officer in Charge Chris Heavey said.
“Her advocacy for UNLV and education at all levels in Las Vegas could be seen in her dedication and generosity as a founding member of the UNLV Board of Trustees and active engagement with the university for 25 years, including her tenure as board chair. We extend our deepest condolences and sympathy to Elaine’s family at this time.”
Wynn served on the UNLV Foundation Board of Directors from 1983 to 2008 and was even appointed as Board Chair from 1985 to 1991. She was granted trustee emerita status in 2008, having helped raise millions of dollars for UNLV during her years of service to the Board.
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In 1989, Elaine Wynn funded the Lee Pascal Rose Garden in honor of her mother, Lee Pascal. The garden is populated with “Show Biz,” roses, symbolizing the Wynn family’s prominence in the gaming and entertainment world.
Wynn’s passing was confirmed by an official news release sent out by the Elaine Wynn and Family Foundation at 6am local time, with no cause of death having been announced at the time of writing.
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