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Countdown to Commencement Event Series

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Celebrate your achievements and get ready for what’s next during Countdown to Commencement 2026, taking place April 27 to May 2. This weeklong series features events, workshops, and activities designed to help you prepare for graduation, connect with fellow graduates, and plan your next steps.

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Scheduled Events

  • Stop by the Tam Alumni Center or the Registrar’s Office to pick up your Countdown to Commencement wristband and exclusive swag! Your wristband will give you access to special events and deals happening throughout the week.…

  • Stop by the Tam Alumni Center or the Registrar’s Office to pick up your Countdown to Commencement wristband and exclusive swag! Your wristband will give you access to special events and deals happening throughout the week.…

  • Join us for the 2026 Rebel Awards Ceremony as we celebrate the nominees and winners of this year’s student awards.

  • Senior Sunrise with CSUN is a celebratory event for all graduating seniors from the class of 2026, including both spring and fall graduates. This event provides an opportunity for students to come together, reflect on their…

  • Stop by the Tam Alumni Center or the Registrar’s Office to pick up your Countdown to Commencement wristband and exclusive swag! Your wristband will give you access to special events and deals happening throughout the week.…

  • Join us for workshops geared to undergraduate and graduate college graduates. Workshops for Undergraduate and Graduate Students "How’s That Working for You?" Repurposing Your Habits for Today’s Work Climate – 2 to 2…

  • Stop by the Tam Alumni Center or the Registrar’s Office to pick up your Countdown to Commencement wristband and exclusive swag! Your wristband will give you access to special events and deals happening throughout the week.…

  • Graduates, join us at Chicken N Pickle to celebrate your accomplishments and connect with alumni clubs and chapters. Food and non-alcoholic beverages will be provided, and alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase.…

  • Stop by the Tam Alumni Center or the Registrar’s Office to pick up your Countdown to Commencement wristband and exclusive swag! Your wristband will give you access to special events and deals happening throughout the week.…

Celebrate With Exclusive Deals

Wear your wristband to access exclusive offers and experiences throughout Countdown to Commencement.

Featured Offers

Rebels CU

Start your next chapter with smart money moves!

Whether you need reliable transportation, help with moving costs, or extra breathing room as you start your career, these discounts can help lower your monthly payments so you can focus on what’s next.

  • 2.00% rate discount on standard rates for new or used car loans
  • 1.00% rate discount on standard rates for personal loans

For more information, visit the Rebels CU branch at SSC-C.

Bank Like a Rebel

All rates are Annual Percentage Rates (APR). Credit union membership (minimum $5 in a regular share account) is required. Offer available to eligible UNLV students in their final year of a degree-seeking undergraduate or graduate program who meet credit requirements and provide proof of enrollment status. Eligibility is based solely on degree-seeking enrollment status and is available to all qualifying UNLV students. Auto Loans. 2.00% APR discount off the applicable standard rate on approved new or used auto loans (purchase or refinance). Standard rates vary based on creditworthiness and loan term. Minimum APR after discount: 3.99% APR for new vehicles and 4.99% APR for used vehicles. A new auto loan at 3.99% APR for 72 months has monthly payments of $156.67 per $10,000 borrowed. A used auto at 4.99% APR for 72 months has monthly payments of $161.34 per $10,000 borrowed. Personal Term Loans: 1.00% APR discount off the applicable standard rate on approved closed end personal loans. A personal loan at 8.50% APR for 60 months has monthly payments of $205.88 per $10,000 borrowed. Excludes credit cards and personal lines of credit. Standard rates vary based on creditworthiness and loan term. This is a pricing offer only and does not guarantee approval. All loans are subject to credit approval, verification, and underwriting. Rates, terms and conditions may vary based on creditworthiness, loan amount, and loan term. Offer valid through 9/30/2026 and subject to change or cancellation without prior notice.

UNLV Eats

Enjoy 10% off at Scarlet Sage and a special meal deal at Greens 2 Go

UNLV Bookstore

Celebrate with 10% off your campus store purchase.

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UNLV Spirit Shop

Valid in store or online. This coupon can be redeemed for 10% off your purchase. Offer not valid on textbooks, course materials, diploma frames, laptops, tablets, technology, regalia, Apple products or gift cards. Offer cannot be combined with any other promotion or offer and excludes clearance merchandise. Coupon is not redeemable for cash. Additional exclusions may apply. Expires 12/31/2026

Play Playground

Countdown to Commencement

50% Off General Admission Play Passes

Located on Atrium Level inside Luxor Hotel. Cannot combine with any other offer. Promo valid for guests with UNLV wristband. 50% applied to GA passes only. Valid 4/27-5/2/2026. 27+ after 7pm

Top Golf

Buy One, Get One Free Game Play

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Contact

For any questions, email registrar@unlv.edu.