Lee Business School
Lee Business School
Committed to cultivating leaders who will transform the future of business, the Lee Business School provides students with the right resources and environment to help them learn and succeed. Our traditional classroom and experiential learning opportunities supply students with a fundamental understanding of how businesses of all sizes can impact the local community and the global economy.
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- Lee Business School Advising Center
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The Lee Business School Advising Center guides all undergraduate students within the school. Our academic advisors provide information about majors, help develop personal academic plans, and assist with class registration.
- American Marketing Association (AMA) Student Chapter
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The UNLV Student Chapter of the American Marketing Association (AMA) prepares students of all majors to become successful business leaders and entrepreneurs. In 2020, the chapter competed in the AMA annual International Case Competition and tied for second place!
Frank & Estella Beam Hall
Frank & Estella Beam Hall
Business students will take many classes inside this hall. The Lee Business School is among only 181 business colleges worldwide to hold dual international accreditation in business and accounting by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business.
College of Education
College of Education
The College of Education creates a community of educators and reflects the rich diversity of our city and state. Our programs, centers, and clinics are devoted to furthering education and best practices. Our faculty conducts research inspired by current educational situations. Our students graduate with the knowledge and tools needed to be effective leaders in their field.
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- Teacher Development & Resources Library
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The Teacher Development & Resources Library has extensive resources to support education professionals and teachers throughout the community. The collection includes children's literature books, from picture books to young adult.
William D. Carlson Education Building
William D. Carlson Education Building
In the College of Education, students can use the Teacher Prep Room to create classroom props and materials. All education majors have the opportunity to get hands-on experience on campus and in local schools.
Howard R. Hughes College of Engineering
Howard R. Hughes College of Engineering
The College of Engineering fosters an environment of innovation. We provide students with hands-on learning and high-impact research opportunities. From propelling humankind into deep space, using nanotechnology to clean solar panels efficiently, and making discoveries in soft robotics, our faculty inspires the next generation of technology entrepreneurs.
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- The Cube
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Civil engineering professor Moses Karakouzian designed the Cube in 2015. Its six sides represent the engineering disciplines at the college: civil, mechanical, computer science, entertainment, construction, and electrical.
- Canoe Graveyard
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The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) student organizations at UNLV construct and race concrete canoes. Students work in teams to design and make canoes with different concrete mixes that are light and strong with improved dynamics.
- Great Hall of Engineering
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A full-scale replica of Howard Hughes’ record-setting H-1 Racer is suspended in the Great Hall of Engineering.
Thomas T. Beam Engineering Complex
Thomas T. Beam Engineering Complex
Home to the College of Engineering, this complex features soil and robotics labs, a wind tunnel, a water flume, and acoustic chambers.
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- Metal Rebel
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UNLV's humanoid robot, dubbed "Metal Rebel," is designed to save lives in disasters. In spring 2015, a team of UNLV researchers and students led by Professor Paul Oh, Lincy Professor for Unmanned Aerial Systems in the mechanical engineering department in the Howard R. Hughes College of Engineering, competed in the international DARPA robotics challenge with Metal Rebel, placing eighth in the world.
College of Fine Arts
College of Fine Arts
UNLV has a rich tradition in the fine and performing arts. After all, that’s what people expect in the city known as the Entertainment Capital of the World. Students within the College of Fine Arts can explore their passions, invent their artistic style, and hone their craft. Our alumni have been featured in galleries, at festivals, on stages, and on television.
Paul B. Sogg Architecture Building
Paul B. Sogg Architecture Building
The UNLV School of Architecture is renowned for its innovative research, teaching, and outreach that is critically informed, academically rigorous, design-led, and interdisciplinary. Our College of Fine Arts students can choose from three accredited programs: Architecture, Landscape Architecture, and Interior Architecture & Design.
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- Technology Studios
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Our technology studios give architecture students access to various software, including Adobe Creative Cloud, ArchiCAD, AutoCAD, SketchUp, and more.
Division of Health Sciences
Division of Health Sciences
The Division of Health Sciences, comprised of the schools of Integrated Health Sciences, Public Health, Nursing, Dental Medicine, and Medicine, addresses today’s issues and makes tomorrow’s discoveries. Our faculty, students, and community partners aim to meet the growing health care needs of citizens in our communities by developing research, academic, and community service programs.
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- Paul McDermott Physical Education Complex
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Comprised of seven buildings, the Paul McDermott Physical Education Complex houses the advising center for the College of Sciences, academic offices and classrooms, and athletic facilities. The complex houses our UNLV Boxing Club, which competes in the National Collegiate Boxing Association.
- Echo Spot
- Right outside the Paul McDermott Physical Education Complex, there is a unique spot known as the Echo Spot. If you stand in the very center of the bricked-off circle, you (and only you) can hear your voice echo around you.
The Science Teaching Labs
The Science Teaching Labs
The Science Teaching Labs include six teaching modules.
Honors College
Honors College
A small, selective college within UNLV, the Honors College was built for students who want more – more depth, more challenges, and more opportunities. Our programs enhance every major at UNLV with honors core courses and seminars that provide a dynamic and interactive environment. Our faculty push students to their highest academic level through thought-provoking seminars, creative curriculum, research opportunities, community service programs, and internships.
Beverly Rogers Literature & Law Building
Beverly Rogers Literature & Law Building
The building houses the Honors College and Black Mountain Institute. The Honors College brings together high-achieving students from across all disciplines offering a rigorous core curriculum. The Black Mountain Institute is an international literary center that supports and promotes humanistic and cross-cultural dialogue.
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- Einstein Bros. Bagels
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Located in this building is a grab-and-go Einstein Bros. Bagel with a selection of sandwiches, pastries, and coffee.
- William S. Boyd School Of Law
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The William S. Boyd School of Law educates ethical and effective lawyers and leaders. Within this building is the Thomas and Mack Moot Court Facility, which supports the school's appellate advocacy training programs, and provides a venue for judicial proceedings by state and federal courts.
William F. Harrah College of Hospitality
William F. Harrah College of Hospitality
The College of Hospitality is among the top hospitality programs globally, and it’s not hard to see why. Located blocks away from the Las Vegas Strip, students enjoy unparalleled access to the hotels and resorts that are shaping the industry. Our faculty members are internationally known experts, and our programs combine the right amount of classroom and work experience.
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- Donor Pillars
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The names of the founders of Hospitality Hall can be seen right outside the building. Together the founders donated $20 million to the project.
Hospitality Hall
Hospitality Hall
UNLV’s newest building on campus sets a new standard of excellence in hospitality education. Students within the College of Hospitality benefit from collaborative learning spaces, including an executive kitchen, student-run cafe, and PGA Golf Management learning center.
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- Rebel Grounds
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Rebel Grounds, UNLV's newest coffee shop, serves delicious food while giving hospitality students the ability to turn classroom approaches into practice. Here you can enjoy a variety of coffee, tea, smoothies, sandwiches, salads, and more.
- Undergraduate Advising Center
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The Undergraduate Advising Center supports all undergraduate students in the College of Hospitality. Our academic advising team helps students design an academic plan to fit personal and educational goals.
- Bob Boughner Center for Career & Alumni Services
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Bob Boughner Center for Career & Alumni Services helps our students and alumni access a broad range of employment information, recruitment opportunities, and tools for success.
- Dwaine Knight Center for Golf Management
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The Dwaine Knight Center for Golf Management provides students with the latest tools in golf management and technology. Students also have the opportunity to interface with some of the top leaders in the sports and resort industries.
College of Liberal Arts
College of Liberal Arts
The College of Liberal Arts offers a well-rounded education in the humanities, social sciences, and interdisciplinary studies. With a diverse range of curriculum, students graduate with the ability to approach challenges and situations from a multidisciplinary perspective.
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- Wilson Advising Center
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The Wilson Advising Center guides all undergraduate students in the College of Liberal Arts. Our advisors are here to assist you with your undergraduate experience, including learning about the majors and minors offered, registering for classes, and understanding different career options.
- Alumni Amphitheatre
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The Alumni Amphitheatre serves as a lively event area for speakers, concerts, press conferences, and events.
- Emergency Call Boxes
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University Police Services monitors a network of emergency call boxes. These boxes are located throughout campus and are illuminated with blue lights for easier viewing at night. In an emergency, calls from these boxes will directly connect to the Police Dispatch Center.
- Pida Plaza
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A memorial for a late Rebel, Valerie Pida Plaza serves as a central location for students to socialize outside of the Student Union. She postponed treatment for cancer to cheer in the '87 final four game.
John S. Wright Hall
John S. Wright Hall
In addition to lecture halls, classrooms, seminar rooms, and a large auditorium, you will find the College of Liberal Arts advising center in this building. As the largest academic college at UNLV, it boasts over 140 faculty members across 19 disciplines.
College of Sciences
College of Sciences
Discovery and education go hand in hand at the College of Sciences. Our faculty and students are at the forefront of science, conducting research in fields like nanotechnology, high-pressure science, renewable energy, nuclear materials, and seismic activity. Our programs provide engaging learning environments so students can become researchers, private-industry employees, and health professionals.
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- Robert L. Bigelow Physics Building
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Color spectrum hall banners, walls curved like a sine wave, and an apple tree honoring Newton's gravity realization are a few scientific representations around this building. Here students study and conduct research in physics and astronomy and also have access to an observatory telescope.
- Chemistry Building
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The Chemistry Building was designed to replicate a bomb-shelter, and its unique exterior design has won multiple architectural awards. This building houses classrooms, labs, and offices for the chemistry department.
Juanita Greer White Life Sciences
Juanita Greer White Life Sciences
This building is built around an atrium and contains labs, classrooms, and specialized research spaces for life sciences
- Life Sciences Advising
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Directly north of the building is the White Hall Annex, which houses the advising center for the Division of Health Sciences
Greenspun College of Urban Affairs
Greenspun College of Urban Affairs
The College of Urban Affairs focuses on making a positive change in society. We help develop socially conscious citizens who directly impact the community. By collaborating with civically engaged faculty, working closely with public-private partnerships, and participating in research, students find solutions that sustain and improve urban communities.
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- Photovoltaic Solar Panels
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The photovoltaic (PV) array and canopy towers 70 feet over the courtyard harnesses solar energy and offsets up to 30 percent of regulated energy consumption and 13.3 percent of total estimated energy consumption.
Greenspun Hall
Greenspun Hall
The hall features a media production facility for UNLV-TV, the public radio station KUNV-FM, and Rebel-HD2 – a primarily student-run station. This building also boasts energy savings, water efficiency, and reduced CO2 emissions, making it Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design (LEED) gold-certified.
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- UNLV-TV
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UNLV-TV is a full-service media production facility housed with the Hank Greenspun School of Journalism and Media Studies. The media production provides UNLV students with hands-on production experiences.