First-Year Students
All incoming first-year students are required to attend Rebel Ready Week. You’ll be assigned to a group and paired with a Rebel Ready Week leader. Students will complete a variety of large and small group sessions and at least five Rebel Passport Breakout sessions. Students can choose the Rebel Passport Breakout sessions they would like to attend. All students must attend at least one session from each Rebel Ready Week Passport Pillar.
Event Schedule
Visit our Overview of Events page or download the full event schedule on the Guidebook App by following these steps:
- Step 1: Download the Guidebook App
- Step 2: Create Your Guidebook Account
- Set up your account using your RebelMail or the email you used for your admissions application.
- Step 3: View the Full Event Schedule
Event Details
Kick Off
Join us on Monday, day one, to meet your Rebel Ready Week leader and other students in your college and major. You will meet new people, make friends, learn your way around campus, and know what to expect throughout the week.
Passport Sessions
During the day on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, there will be passport sessions, which are choose-your-own-adventure sessions that you get to pick based on your interests. Past sessions have included karaoke, bingo, lab tours, rock climbing, zumba, painting, button making and so much more!
College Day
College Day will be on Wednesday. During your college welcome, you’ll meet your dean, academic advisors, and faculty members in your major. You’ll also meet your college peer mentors and other students in your major. This day is focused on your degree program and the opportunities available in your academic college.
Keynote Sessions
Rebel Ready Week will include keynote sessions on Tuesday and Thursday. The topics are student success, health and wellness, and our community. You’ll hear from UNLV faculty, staff, and students who will be integral to your UNLV journey.
Closing Sessions
At the end of each day, you'll join your fellow students for closing sessions, where you'll learn more in-depth about the keynote topics and participate in a group service project on Thursday. These sessions will allow you to dig deeper into the resources and programs available as a UNLV student and build connections with your classmates.
Free Rebel Swag
You will receive UNLV Rebel Swag everyday that you attend Rebel Ready Week. You must be present that day to receive the swag item of the day–which include things like hats, t-shirts, backpacks, and more!
Opportunity Drawings for Scholarships
For every session that you scan into (keynotes, closings, passports, Rebel Relax), you will be entered into daily drawings for scholarships ranging from $250-$5,000 each. We will also do other opportunity drawings for surprise items all throughout the week. You must be present to win.
Evening Entertainment
Rebel Relax
You've got dinner plans! We've got free dinner and fun activities scheduled each night.
- Rebel Paradise Swim and Open Gym: Monday, 5 p.m.
- Viva La Library: Tuesday, 5 p.m.
- Rebel Events Board Movie Night: Wednesday, 5 p.m.
- Rebel Rave: Thursday, 5 p.m.
- Residence Hall Association Block Party: Friday, 5 p.m.
Rebel Ready Week Pillars
Rebel Success
Being prepared for college-level work is your first step to a successful year. We’ll arm you with the resources, tools, and skills you need to transition to college and successfully achieve your academic goals.
Rebel Life
There are plenty of opportunities to get involved in student life at UNLV. During the week, you'll have the chance to connect with your peers, discover what interests you on campus, and immerse yourself in the Rebel spirit and traditions.
Rebel Community
Now that you're part of the Rebel family, we want to share with you what it means to be part of our caring, diverse, and inclusive community.
Rebel Wellness
Your health and wellness are key to your happiness and success in college. During this session, you'll learn more about UNLV's resources and support services to help you maintain your overall well-being.
Rebel Forever
Although graduation is still four years away, we want to start preparing you for your future right now. There's no time to waste when it comes to career readiness.