Topic: first-generation

woman posing
People | November 10, 2021

Minority-Serving Institution Student Council member Natalie Gutierrez led program Back on Track, to aid students on academic probation help overcome issues, including the pandemic, that are impacting their academic success.

woman writing a note
Campus News | September 14, 2021

Students in the Las Vegas Scholars Program find support, sense of belonging and success on campus

Lexie Ignacio
Campus News | July 15, 2021

First-generation entertainment engineering and design major embraces the Las Vegas experience.

Simon in front of a row of books
Campus News | July 13, 2021

First-generation student Simon Lamsal traveled from Kathmandu, Nepal, to find his home as a UNLV student leader.

Portrait of Theresa Boucher is the 2020 Classified Employee of the Year recipient.
People | January 27, 2021

Theresa Boucher, the top 2020 Classified Employee of the Year, keeps her dean's office running while mentoring first-gen students.

Portrait of Cheyenne Rogers, Assistant Director of Academic Transitions and Learning Support Acting Coordinator of Academic Success Coaching at the Academic Success Center
People | December 14, 2020

A first-generation student finds her calling by helping UNLV's students navigate their challenges.