Program Categories
Debate
UNLV Model United Nations
Join UNLV Model United Nations for the tenth annual NVMUN Conference – a weekend of public speaking, debate, problem solving, and teamwork. Students will be assigned a country, world leader, historical figure, or fictional character to represent within one of four committees. They will give short extemporaneous speeches from the perspective of their assigned country or individual, discuss and debate their committee topic with fellow delegates, and work in small groups to write mock resolutions and directives for action. Committee topics for 2025 include: the role of women in politics and conflict zones, the G20 Summit of 2015, and the Liberators' civil war following the assassination of Julius Caesar.
Students will be expected to read their committee background guide and come prepared with a basic understanding of the topic beforehand. Students will also be expected to understand the basics of what Model UN is, however beginners are welcome. Students who wish to attend but are not part of a Model UN group at their school are highly encouraged to reach out to unlvmun@unlv.edu for additional guidance.
For more information, visit UNLV MUN website or email unlvmun@unlv.edu.
Reading & Writing Skills Programs
Southern Nevada Writing Project (SNWP)
As one of nearly 185 writing project sites affiliated with the National Writing Project (NWP), the SNWP offers a writing institute for K-12 educators each year, along with a writing camp for K-12 students. Teachers conduct project-sponsored programs in their own schools and in neighboring schools and districts aimed at two purposes: developing teacher knowledge and leadership in their home communities and putting this knowledge and leadership to work to improve student achievement.
For more information, visit the Southern Nevada Writing Project website or email sophie.ladd@unlv.edu.
STEM Programs
Beal Bank USA Southern Nevada Regional Science and Engineering Fair
The Beal Bank USA Southern Nevada Regional Science & Engineering Fair promotes an interest in STEM for elementary, middle, and high school students in primarily southern Nevada counties including Clark County and the Clark County School District.
Held at UNLV and hosted by the UNLV College of Sciences, the fair is sponsored by Beal Bank USA. The high school division of the fair is in early March annually, and the middle/elementary division is in late March. Registration for the fair typically comes through your child’s school, but registration of individual students may be allowed based on fair director approval.
For more information, visit Beal Bank USA Science & Engineering Fair or email erica.corliss@unlv.edu.
Note: This is not a summer camp.
Nevada Science Olympiad
Nevada Science Olympiad is a non-profit organization dedicated to the advancement of K-12 science education for all genders and minority groups by fostering their interest in science. Our goal is to create a technologically-literate workforce, and recognize the outstanding achievements of student participants in Science Olympiad tournaments and non-competitive events, as well as teachers who incorporate Science Olympiad into classroom curriculum and attend teacher training institutes. Nevada Science Olympiad is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization and all donations are tax deductible.
For more information, visit the Nevada Science Olympiad website.
Saturday STEM Program
Saturday STEM Program is a series of model-based, inquiry experiences designed to provide interesting and exciting opportunities in STEM for elementary and middle school students. The program provides K-8 students with the opportunity to explore a major integrated STEM theme for five weeks in the fall and spring semesters.
- Register for Fire Science, Coding, and Engineering Activities - Grades 6-8 (October 3-31)
- Register for The Curious Chem Lab - Grades 6-8 (October 3-31)
For more information, visit the Saturday STEM Program page or email cmseestem@unlv.edu.
Tech Trekker
Tech Trekker provides educators with access to science and engineering equipment, as well as standards-based lessons, in order to increase student engagement in STEM. We even send a student along to manage the equipment, allowing teachers to focus solely on teaching. This free service (sponsored by Nevada National Security Sites) is available to all educators in the Las Vegas Valley.
For more information, visit the Tech Tekker site or email techtrekker@unlv.edu.
UNLV STEM Institute
The UNLV STEM Institute stands as a beacon of innovation and learning, offering middle and high school students immersive experiences in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Through a diverse array of modules including robotics, cybersecurity, programming, advanced mathematics, AI, etc. students engage in hands-on learning guided by expert instructors from the UNLV College of Engineering. The program runs multiple sessions throughout the year, including summer intensives and spring/fall Saturdays workshops, serving a culturally diverse student body. What sets this program apart is its commitment to practical application – students don't just learn theory, they build robots, write code, explore cybersecurity challenges, and tackle real-world engineering problems.
For more information, email stemunlv@unlv.edu.
Wellness & Recreation Programs
Jr. Rebels Camp
Jr. Rebels Camp is a youth program offered by UNLV Campus Recreational Services that provides a variety of fun activities to allow children to explore new skills, foster new friendships, and promote health and wellness.
For more information, visit Jr. Rebels Camp or email srwc.youthcamps@unlv.edu.