News: Student and Academic Success

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Campus News |

UNLV instructor uses the power of inquiry to help freshmen find their majors.

Portrait of Cheyenne Rogers, Assistant Director of Academic Transitions and Learning Support Acting Coordinator of Academic Success Coaching at the Academic Success Center
People |

A first-generation student finds her calling by helping UNLV's students navigate their challenges.

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People |

Through community outreach, UNLV's Becky Pugh helps high school students better understand their path to college.

Sidath Kapukotuwa, left, president of the Graduate & Professional Student Association, takes a campus tour with UNLV President Keith E. Whitfield.
Campus News |

For many trailblazing students and faculty, the first step in their success is making sure they feel they belong here.

Debbie Pattni seated in front of a computer in her home office.
People |

Helping her children navigate their educational pathways led Debbie Pattni to a fulfilling career in academic advising.

jennifer czajkowski stands near a fence
People |

This newest addition to the Academic Success Center advising team has discovered a zeal for helping people.

UNLV students in red caps/gowns hugging at commencement
Campus News |

UNLV president Marta Meana will highlight four graduating students at commencement who embody the academic, research, and community impact of the Class of 2019.

A student uses printing equipment in an art studio.
People |

Students and professors use extended campus hours to prepare for finals week.

Hanna Andrews holding books in front of the Academic Success Center
People |

She is inspired by the goals, values, and dreams of her students at the Academic Success Center.

Students working on math exercises
Business and Community |

UNLV works to dismantle barriers to college-level math success to retain and graduate students.

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Business and Community |

UNLV helps students overcome their math anxiety.

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Business and Community |

Summer Math Bridge has helped 77 percent of participating students place into credit-bearing math courses since 2012.