Should UNLV get a new mascot or should they bring back Hey Reb!? episode artwork

EPISODE · Jan 16, 2026 · 16 MIN

Should UNLV get a new mascot or should they bring back Hey Reb!?

from Mercedes In The Morning

In 2021, UNLV's long time mascot "Hey Reb!" was removed due to concerns that the pioneer-themed character evoked Confederate imagery and racism. The discussion is back because an online petition wants the legendary UNLV mascot to return. We talk to UNLV alumna and native Hawaiian, Mathilda Miller who agrees on a new mascot and also Jersey who was the Hey Reb mascot for 6 years. Photo Credit: Ethan Miller / Staff

In 2021, UNLV's long time mascot "Hey Reb!" was removed due to concerns that the pioneer-themed character evoked Confederate imagery and racism. The discussion is back because an online petition wants the legendary UNLV mascot to return. We talk to UNLV alumna and native Hawaiian, Mathilda Miller who agrees on a new mascot and also Jersey who was the Hey Reb mascot for 6 years. Photo Credit: Ethan Miller / Staff

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In 2021, UNLV's long time mascot "Hey Reb!" was removed due to concerns that the pioneer-themed character evoked Confederate imagery and racism. The discussion is back because an online petition wants the legendary UNLV mascot to return. We talk to...

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