UNLV has established the Nevada Institute of Cybersecurity, which will consolidate UNLV’s educational, research, and community outreach efforts. The Institute brings together expertise from multiple disciplines to increase the university’s reach and provide more opportunities for academic partnerships and private company collaborations. UNLV has been recognized as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education since 2019, a prestigious designation managed by the National Security Agency. By building on this excellence and uniting research, workforce development, and community education, the Institute protects state interests while fostering a culture of cybersecurity awareness and preparedness.