News: Office of the President

Spring Flowers (Becca Schwartz)
Campus News |

A roundup of the top news stories featuring UNLV students and faculty.

two women sitting at a table during the MSI Student Success Summit
Campus News |

Faculty, staff, students, and administrators came together to discuss recent initiatives and how to improve as a Minority-Serving Institution.

Students Adi Pahima and Magnus Yuen build and programing their robot.
Campus News |

In an effort to encourage STEM learning, UNLV engineering students partner with local high schools to help 'gear' up for the FIRST Robotics Competition as part of a new two-semester course.

Magic Johnson speaking into a microphone
Business and Community |

NBA star-turned-motivational speaker has launched businesses and nonprofits to uplift diverse, disadvantaged communities; tickets are free and available to members of campus and public. 
 

President Keith E. Whitfield
Campus News |

After tragedy, UNLV remains committed to improving the well-being of our students, our faculty and staff, and the world.

smiling students in a classroom looking at instructor
Campus News |

Faculty Robert Cornell and Van Whaley share their experiences using trauma-informed teaching techniques and Rebel Recovery Program resources to support students.

President Whitfield seated speaking with student Nicole Thomas
Campus News |

In fourth annual campus address, President Keith E. Whitfield shares a message of progress amidst  recovery from December’s campus tragedy.
 

female student in labcoat working with lab equipment
Campus News |

STEM doctoral programs receive multi-year funding to close persistent equity gaps and create more effective educational environments.

man behind railing with Las Vegas Strip in background
People |

President Whitfield joined UNLV as its 11th president in August 2020; contract extended from August 2024 through August 2028. 

The Las Vegas strip as seen on Super Bowl weekend (Josh Hawkins/UNLV).
Campus News |

A collection of news stories and highlights featuring UNLV students and faculty.

UNLV students studying outdoors on campus
Campus News |

UNLV’s online bachelor’s in psychology, master’s programs in nursing rank among the nation's top 20; university nets four top 100 rankings. 

two blurred figures in Indigenous tribal dress on campus setting
Campus News |

Spring semester begins with Native American ceremonies to bring campus community together.