UNLV Media Relations

The UNLV Office of Media Relations promotes local, national, and worldwide visibility for the university and its faculty and staff. The office is committed to informing the public about the quality and diversity of the learning environment at UNLV, the level of scholarship and research, and the university's dedication to providing uses of new knowledge and scholarship to benefit the local, national, and international communities.

Website: unlv.edu/mediarelations

Articles by UNLV Media Relations

A student practices using a balance beam which is surrounded by rainbow-colored gym mats, while another student spots her.
Business and Community | August 30, 2021

Program to help fill critical health care shortage in Nevada; living lab in Las Vegas Medical District houses program, with first cohort set to graduate in spring 2023.

A close-up image of two UNLV grads holding their red UNLV mortarboards for commencement photos on campus
Campus News | May 10, 2021

Spring 2021 undergrads will be celebrated in two ceremonies over two consecutive days; UNLV also will host separate ceremonies for graduate-level students and the entire class of 2020.

Graduates seated in red caps and gown during a previous UNLV commencement
People | May 10, 2021

An enduring commencement tradition continues this spring as UNLV president honors seven outstanding students who exemplify the academic, research, and community impact of the graduating class.

U.N.L.V. signage with Fall leaves in the background
Arts and Culture | September 28, 2020

As the contentious election season heats up, UNLV experts offer context on various facets of the political system.

Doctor collects blood sample from a baby
Research | September 22, 2020

Social science researchers offer recommendations for navigating ethical dilemmas in studying global societies.

Dr. Keith Whitfield portrait
Campus News | July 23, 2020

Board of Regents appoints Dr. Keith Whitfield as UNLV’s 11th permanent president; he will begin in the position Aug. 24.

UNLV graduate seated with decorated cap
Campus News | May 14, 2020

An enduring UNLV end-of-semester tradition is to highlight exceptional students who embody the academic, research, and community impact of the graduating class.