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12 May 2013: An general view of the WetnWild water park during the final construction phase in Las Vegas, Nevada.  The water park is scheduled to open on Memorial Day.

Best Summer Attraction

Southwest Shadow
August 24, 2018

Winner: Wet'n'Wild What better way to cool off in the sweltering Vegas heat than to spend time in the water? Wet'n'Wild is a good place to hangout with your friends while also cooling off in the numerous...

Best Shopping Mall

Best Shopping Mall

Southwest Shadow
August 24, 2018

Winner: Fashion Show Mall For the fifth year in a row, Fashion Show Mall is still voted the best shopping mall among students. Including a plethora of designer stores, high-end boutiques, fancy restaurants...

Best Place to Study

Best Place to Study

Southwest Shadow
August 24, 2018

Winner: Windmill Library With numerous tests and quizzes every week, the library is perfect for those who favor a quiet environment to work in. In need of a reference or more information on a topic?...

LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 22: A general overall exterior view of the USA Basketball Mens National Team against Argentina during the USA Basketball Showcase at the T-Mobile Arena on July 22, 2016 in Las Vegas, Nevada.  NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2016 NBAE (Photo by David Dow/NBAE via Getty Images)

Best Concert Venue

Southwest Shadow
August 24, 2018

Winner: T-Mobile Arena Throughout the year, Las Vegas hosts artists such as J. Cole, Fleetwood Mac and many more. T-Mobile Arena is the newest concert venue in the valley. Outside the arena, visitors...

Best Boba Shop

Best Boba Shop

Southwest Shadow
August 24, 2018

Winner: Brew Tea Bar For the second consecutive year, Brew Tea Bar is the best boba spot. Only a couple minutes from campus, Brew Tea Bar is perfect after a long day at school. In addition to their...

Best Ice Cream Shop

Best Ice Cream Shop

Southwest Shadow
August 24, 2018

Winner: Cold Stone With various locations around the valley, Cold Stone offers a variety of ice cream flavors from birthday cake to cookie dough. Cold Stone is a perfect place to go and cool off in...

Best Cafe

Best Cafe

Southwest Shadow
August 24, 2018

Winner: Starbucks Whether you're having a slow start to your day or just in need of a good beverage, Starbucks has a wide variety to choose from. Anything from coffee to lemonade, Starbucks has almost...

Best Korean BBQ

Best Korean BBQ

Southwest Shadow
August 24, 2018

Winner: Doh Korean BBQ Only a couple minutes from campus, Doh Korean BBQ is an ideal spot for an after school lunch or early dinner. Similar to other Korean BBQ restaurants, Doh offers an all you can...

Best Place to Take Prom Photos

Best Place to Take Prom Photos

Southwest Shadow
August 24, 2018

Winner: Las Vegas Strip From the conservatory and botanical garden in the Bellagio to The Shops at Crystals, the Las Vegas Strip is perfect for taking prom pictures in an eye-catching environment. Because...

Best Food Festival

Best Food Festival

Southwest Shadow
August 24, 2018

Winner: Great American Foodie Fest For the fifth consecutive year, the Great American Foodie Fest is the best food festival voted amongst students. The fest showcases over 40 of the nation's best gourmet...

Best Date Idea

Best Date Idea

Southwest Shadow
August 24, 2018

Winner: Movies From watching movies on Netflix, going to a theater or even going to a drive-in movie, there's nothing like spending time and watching films with your significant other. The movies are...

12 May 2013: An general view of the WetnWild water park during the final construction phase in Las Vegas, Nevada.  The water park is scheduled to open on Memorial Day.

Best Pool/Waterpark

Southwest Shadow
August 24, 2018

Winner: Wet'n'Wild What better way to cool off in the sweltering Vegas heat than to spend time in the water? Wet'n'Wild is a good place to hangout with your friends while also cooling off in the numerous...

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