UNLV completes accessibility upgrades near iconic Flashlight sculpture
A project aimed at improving accessibility on the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) campus has been completed near the well-known Flashlight sculpture.
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UNLV receives record $6 million donation for School of Music
The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) School of Music has received a donation exceeding $6 million from the KJS Family Foundation.
UNLV College of Engineering rises over 40 places in national online program rankings
The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) College of Engineering has seen its online master’s degree program rise significantly in the latest U.S. News and World Report rankings.
UNLV libraries forgive student fines through food donation drive
The University Libraries at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, together with the Teaching and Learning Commons and the UNLV Food Pantry, launched a Food for Fines program in December.
UNLV Athletics sets new GPA record for Fall 2025 semester
UNLV student-athletes achieved a new academic milestone in the Fall 2025 semester, reaching a combined grade point average (GPA) of 3.39.
UNLV School of Nursing ranks ninth for veterans in U.S. News online program list
The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) School of Nursing has been recognized for its online master’s degree programs in the latest U.S. News & World Report rankings.
Thomas & Mack Legal Clinic named Law Firm of the Year by Las Vegas National Bar Association
Thomas & Mack Legal Clinic has been recognized as Law Firm of the Year by the Las Vegas National Bar Association during its 2025 Annual Scholarship and Award Gala.
UNLV and Las Vegas Sands host first U.S.-China Dialogue Symposium in Las Vegas
UNLV and Las Vegas Sands recently held the first U.S.-China Dialogue Symposium, which gathered representatives from academia, business, and diplomacy to discuss ways to improve the relationship between the United…
NASA awards $750,000 grant to Nevada institutions for underground ecosystem research
The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) has been awarded a $750,000 grant from NASA to support research into underground ecosystems that rely on radiation rather than sunlight for energy.
UNLV and CCSD launch program to address special education teacher shortage
UNLV and the Clark County School District (CCSD) have announced a partnership aimed at addressing the shortage of special education teachers in Southern Nevada.
UNLV law school receives record $300,000 gift for new Claggett Family Scholarship
The William S. Boyd School of Law at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) has received a $300,000 donation from alumni Sean Claggett and Louella (“Lou”) Claggett.
GGRM Law Firm funds $1 million scholarship for first responders at UNLV Boyd Law
GGRM Law Firm has committed $1 million to create a scholarship endowment at the William S. Boyd School of Law at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV).
UNLV’s Center for Business and Economic Research releases 2025 Economic Outlook at 50th anniversary
UNLV’s Center for Business and Economic Research (CBER) has celebrated its 50th anniversary by releasing its 2025 Economic Outlook.
UNLV installs Nevada’s first university-dedicated fMRI for neuroscience research
The Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine’s Department of Brain Health at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) has installed a new Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging (fMRI) machine.
UNLV receives record $10 million gift for student-athlete nutrition endowment
UNLV Athletics has received a $10 million commitment from William S. Boyd and Judy Boyd to create an endowment focused on student-athlete nutrition.
UNLV celebrates 25 years of Fred and Harriet Cox Senior Design Competition
UNLV’s College of Engineering recently marked the 25th anniversary of the Fred and Harriet Cox Senior Design Competition.
Nevada War Room: CCSD graduation rate rises faster than state average
The Nevada War Room announced that the Clark County School District’s (CCSD) graduation rate rose faster than the state average in 2025 under Governor Joe Lombardo.
UNLV music students earn top honors at state violin competition
School of Music students Szeyi Fung and Lana Vladic were recognized at the Nevada Music Teachers National Association (MTNA) Young Artist Violin Division competition.
UNLV joins state accelerator to boost clean energy startup growth
UNLV has become a partner in the Electrify Nevada Accelerator, a new initiative formed by the Nevada Governor’s Office of Economic Development and global venture firm gener8tor.
UNLV opens dental clinic for children with special needs
The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) School of Dental Medicine has opened the Advanced Needs Dental Clinic.
KUNV receives nomination for best local smooth jazz radio station
Public Radio KUNV, located within the Greenspun College of Urban Affairs at the University of Nevada Las Vegas, has received a nomination for Best Smooth Jazz Radio Station of the…
UNLV launches nation’s first circus medicine consortium for performer health
The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) has launched the Consortium of Arts + Medicine, a collaboration between its School of Integrated Health Sciences and College of Fine Arts.
UNLV Athletics reports over 80% graduation success rate for fifth consecutive year
UNLV Athletics has reported a Graduation Success Rate (GSR) of at least 80% for the fifth year in a row.
UNLV cybersecurity students gain practical experience through IT help desk simulation
More than 250 students at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) are participating in an IT Help Desk Simulation project as part of the university’s new cybersecurity bachelor’s program.
UNLV receives federal grant to support teacher preparation program
The Dr. William W. Sullivan Center for Academic Enrichment and Outreach at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) has secured a $1.3 million grant from the U.S. Department of…