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Oct. 1, 2026 | 1:00pm - 4:00pmThe Wellness Series: You Snooze, You Win
UNLVolunteers and The Wellness Zone kick off their collaboration with another service project, this time to help you catch those ZZZs. Learn about how essential sleep is, and how important it is to not just for you, but your community, for us to take care of ourselves and live in a healthy manner, including getting all of our necessary sleep.
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Oct. 7, 2026 | 2:00pm - 3:00pmSnacks & Skills: Democracy and Donuts (The Simpsons)
Grab a donut and join us for a fun, Simpsons-themed exploration of democracy and civic engagement. This interactive program breaks down how democracy works in everyday life—from direct, representative, and constitutional systems to the many ways students can use their voice for change. Through activities, discussion, and connection, you’ll learn how civic engagement shows up on and off campus and how you can take action using the Social Change Wheel to create meaningful impact in your community. Come for the donuts, stay for the democracy!
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Oct. 7, 2026 | 4:00pm - 5:00pmIt's Just Coffee: The Decline of Social Etiquette?
"It's Just Coffee" is a series of meet-ups (approximately twice a month) for students to practice their dialogue skills in a low-stakes environment.
This event brings together diverse perspectives to engage in dialogue about complex topics by sharing viewpoints, listening openly, and working to understand one another. The goal is not consensus; it is shared learning.
No topic expertise is required to participate, and a dialogue facilitator and topic guide will be available to assist all participants. And of course, there will be coffee (and tea and snacks)!
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Oct. 8, 2026 | 2:00pm - 3:00pmSnacks & Skills: Democracy & Donuts
Grab a donut and join us for a fun, Simpsons-themed exploration of democracy and civic engagement! This interactive program breaks down how democracy works in everyday life—from direct, representative, and constitutional systems to the many ways students can use their voice for change.
Through activities, discussion, and connection, you’ll learn how civic engagement shows up on and off campus and how you can take action using the Social Change Wheel to create meaningful impact in your community. Come for the donuts, stay for the democracy!
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Oct. 15, 2026 | 12:00pm - 1:00pmCoffee with Karly
Grab a coffee, tea or treat on us and meet Karly at Rebel Grounds Coffee Shop in the Hospitality Building for an informal conversation about leadership, involvement, and finding your place at UNLV. Whether you're looking for ways to get more engaged on campus, explore leadership opportunities, or simply connect with other students, this space is designed for honest conversation, questions, and personal growth. Leave with new ideas, resources, and a clearer path toward making your impact on campus and in the community.
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Oct. 15, 2026 | 12:00pm - 1:00pmCoffee with Karly
Grab a coffee, tea or treat on us and meet Karly at Rebel Grounds Coffee Shop in the Hospitality Building for an informal conversation about leadership, involvement, and finding your place at UNLV. Whether you're looking for ways to get more engaged on campus, explore leadership opportunities, or simply connect with other students, this space is designed for honest conversation, questions, and personal growth. Leave with new ideas, resources, and a clearer path toward making your impact on campus and in the community.
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Oct. 16, 2026 | 11:15am - 12:45pmDASH - Meal Prep Shift ONLY
DASH is one of the longest-running, key signature programs here at UNLV. Join UNLVolunteers as we build peanut butter and jelly sandwiches lunch bags to hand out during the community lunch hour at the Salvation Army!
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Oct. 17, 2026 | 10:00am - 5:00pmCommunity Organizing with Pride Immersion
“Community Organizing with Pride” is an immersion program that connects UNLV students with several amazing Queer community organizations doing important, impactful work throughout Las Vegas. This immersion is also intended to provide students with both an education in community organizing and hands-on experience working with multiple Queer community organizations at the 2026 Pride Festival. Transportation is provided on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Oct. 20, 2026 | 12:00pm - 1:30pmLeadership Link Up: Bounce Back Season: Built for This
Suit up in your favorite jersey and join us for a high-energy Leadership Link Up focused on what it really means to bounce back. College life comes with wins, losses, setbacks, and comebacks—and resilient leadership is about learning how to keep going, adapt, and grow stronger through it all. Through interactive activities and reflection, we’ll explore how to stay grounded under pressure, learn from challenges, and show up for yourself and others when it matters most. Whether you're on offense or defense in life right now, this space is built for you. Perks include free food.
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Oct. 21, 2026 | 11:00am - 2:30pmFor the Love of Fur with SPCA
Join UNLVolunteers for a day of service at the Nevada SPCA! Take a step back from homework and exams to spend some time with the adorable and loving furballs of Nevada SPCA. Entertain the animals with cuddles and books to help with their enrichment. This is the perfect event for animal lovers and to support SPCA staff and the Las Vegas community. Animal rescue work is so rewarding so sign up and join us in helping Southern Nevada’s original no-kill animal shelter achieve their mission one step at a time!
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Oct. 21, 2026 | 6:00pm - 8:00pmLeaderShape: Resilience Workshop
Just like Alex, Marty, Gloria, and Melman had to adapt when they found themselves far from the comforts of the Central Park Zoo, resilience is all about learning how to navigate the wild twists and turns of life. I
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Oct. 22, 2026 | 1:00pm - 4:00pmThe Wellness Series: Lock In and Focus
Keep your mind focused on the prize. Lock in, build some kits and distribute them across campus and with different community partners.
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Oct. 28, 2026 | 2:00pm - 3:00pmLeadership Link Up: Bounce Back Season
Suit up in your favorite jersey and join us for a high-energy Leadership Link Up focused on what it really means to bounce back. College life comes with wins, losses, setbacks, and comebacks—and resilient leadership is about learning how to keep going, adapt, and grow stronger through it all.
Through interactive activities and reflection, we’ll explore how to stay grounded under pressure, learn from challenges, and show up for yourself and others when it matters most. Whether you're on offense or defense in life right now, this space is built for you.
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Oct. 30, 2026 | (All day)Alternative Breaks Fall 2026 Trip: Animal Rights & Welfare in Kanab, UT (Apply by Oct. 14)
Travel with a small group of UNLV students to Kanab, Utah, to work with Best Friends Animal Sanctuary from Friday, October 30 to Sunday, November 1. Through tours of the organization, community engagement and service projects, and reflection activities, participants will learn how to better protect and advocate for the rights and welfare of all animals.
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Nov. 3, 2026 | 1:00pm - 5:00pmSea You at the Polls
Paradise isn't something we find—it's something we create together.
Good vibes, great food, and even better company! Drop by "Sea You at the Polls" anytime to enjoy free food, a live DJ, tropical vibes, fun activities, giveaways, and connect with community partners. While you're here, you can register to vote, update your voter registration, or learn more about how to make your voice heard. Whether you stay for five minutes or the whole event, come soak up the island vibes, grab some free swag, and be part of creating a stronger community.
We'll sea you there!
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Nov. 10, 2026 | 1:00pm - 4:00pmThe Wellness Series: Achoo the Flu Away
Join UNLVolunteers and The Wellness Zone as we sit down and learn about the flu season and some resources at UNLV you can use to fight the flu. We will also be building some flu kits to distribute on campus. Catering will be provided by UNLVolunteers.
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Nov. 21, 2026 | 8:00am - 3:30pmAlternative Breaks Immersion: Indigenous Heritage Month Edition
Join us as we learn more about Indigenous heritage. This 5-6 hour event will include:
- Topic education on Indigenous heritage
- A service project at the Lost City Museum
- A panel of community leaders
- An insightful reflection
Food and transportation will be provided. We will be meeting on campus then providing transportation to the service project as well as back to campus.
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Feb. 11, 2027 | 6:00pm - 8:00pmSnacks & Skills: Good Trouble, Necessary Trouble (Boondocks)
Join us for Good Trouble, Necessary Trouble. Themed with The Boondocks, this Snacks and Skills event celebrates Black History Month and the legacy of John Lewis. A powerful panel on Black resistance, civil disobedience, and collective action—connecting past movements to present-day leadership! Enjoy free food.
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Feb. 11, 2027 | 6:00pm - 8:00pmSnacks and Skills: Good Trouble, Necessary Trouble
Join us for Good Trouble, Necessary Trouble. Themed with The Boondocks, this Snacks and Skills event celebrates Black History Month and the legacy of John Lewis. A powerful panel on Black resistance, civil disobedience, and collective action—connecting past movements to present-day leadership!
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Feb. 16, 2027 | 3:30pm - 5:00pmLeadership Link Up: Recouple with Your Authentic Self
Welcome to the villa—but this time, the most important connection is with yourself. Inspired by Love Island, this Leadership Link Up invites you to “recouple” with your authentic self and explore what it means to lead with honesty, self-awareness, and intention. Through interactive activities and reflection, you’ll unpack personal values, recognize what shapes your leadership identity, and practice showing up as your most authentic self in relationships, academics, and leadership spaces. No games—just growth, clarity, and real connection.
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Feb. 18, 2027 | 11:30am - 1:00pmCoffee with Karly
Grab a coffee, tea or treat on us and meet Karly at Rebel Grounds Coffee Shop in Hospitality Hall for an informal conversation about leadership, involvement, and finding your place at UNLV. Whether you're looking for ways to get more engaged on campus, explore leadership opportunities, or simply connect with other students, this space is designed for honest conversation, questions, and personal growth.
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Feb. 18, 2027 | 12:00pm - 1:00pmCoffee with Karly
Grab a coffee, tea or treat on us and meet Karly at Rebel Grounds Coffee Shop in the Hospitality Building for an informal conversation about leadership, involvement, and finding your place at UNLV. Whether you're looking for ways to get more engaged on campus, explore leadership opportunities, or simply connect with other students, this space is designed for honest conversation, questions, and personal growth. Leave with new ideas, resources, and a clearer path toward making your impact on campus and in the community.
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Mar. 9, 2027 | 11:30am - 1:00pmLeadership Link Up: Wayfinding Women of Color in Leadership
Set sail on a leadership journey inspired by Moana as we explore what it means to lead with purpose, identity, and community at the center. This Leadership Link Up highlights the experiences of women of color in leadership and invites participants to reflect on how culture, identity, and lived experiences shape the way we lead and navigate the world. Through interactive discussion and activities, we’ll examine barriers, celebrate strengths, and explore how leadership can be both personal and collective. Come ready to reflect, connect, and chart your own path forward.
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Mar. 31, 2027 | 12:00pm - 1:00pmSnacks and Skills: Captain Your Crew
Who’s ready to lead their crew under the sea? Join us for a SpongeBob-themed Snacks & Skills where we explore what it means to step up, get involved, and lead with confidence. Through interactive activities, teamwork challenges, and reflection, you’ll learn how to navigate leadership roles, build your crew of support, and stay engaged in meaningful campus involvement. Whether you’re new to leadership or ready to level up, this session will help you chart your course toward impact and involvement.
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Apr. 15, 2027 | 12:00pm - 1:00pmCoffee with Karly
Grab a coffee, tea or treat on us and meet Karly at Rebel Grounds Coffee Shop in the Hospitality Building for an informal conversation about leadership, involvement, and finding your place at UNLV. Whether you're looking for ways to get more engaged on campus, explore leadership opportunities, or simply connect with other students, this space is designed for honest conversation, questions, and personal growth. Leave with new ideas, resources, and a clearer path toward making your impact on campus and in the community.