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Joyce Woodhouse leaves Nevada better for children and families.
Interim President Chris Heavey spoke of UNLV’s important role in the community and the power of research universities to drive progress worldwide.
UNLV plans a new Lee Business School building to strengthen the region’s workforce, expand industry partnerships, and support Southern Nevada’s growing economy.
Before heading to the State of the University address on April 8, take a peek inside Chris Heavey’s office.
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Sen. Jacky Rosen joined leaders from local sports teams Wednesday to discuss the role sports play in Las Vegas tourism as the industry faces a slump. UNLV is adding an undergraduate degree in sports hospitality management this fall. The program is meant to address the needs of the valley’s growing sports industry.
Las Vegas sports industry leaders told U.S. Sen. Jacky Rosen, D-Nev., on Wednesday that easier travel and a more reliable visa process are key to growing Las Vegas’ sports tourism industry.
They touched on international tourism, evolving workforce needs, and organizations' impact on the community. Senator Rosen also highlighted UNLV's new undergraduate degree in Sports Hospitality Management, aiming to address the needs of Las Vegas' growing sports industry.
The University of Nevada, Las Vegas announced six new, online certificate programs for cannabis careers, starting Sept. 1.
With tens of thousands of students expected back on campus Monday, UNLV is urging commuters to plan ahead for parking lot closures, ongoing construction and a newly launched bus rapid transit line as the fall 2026 semester begins.
As colleges and universities across the nation struggle with declining enrollment and a volatile federal funding landscape under the Trump administration, UNLV is thriving, interim President Chris Heavey told the Sun this month in a wide-ranging interview.
