UNLV can brag about the fact that its students graduate into well-paying jobs with a low level of debt, but do they know how to manage their paychecks in the future? This fall, we officially launched a new Financial Literacy and Wellness Institute to ensure Rebels — students and even staff — have the essential skills to build generational wealth. Among the programming is a new series of courses open to all majors on financial wellness.

For first-time students, finding their place on a campus the size of a small city can be daunting. Rebel Ready Week — a significantly expanded orientation program — launched this fall to help ease the transition to college. Sessions ranged from understanding classroom expectations (deadlines matter!) to making the most of the rec center offerings. But most important, all the social events helped students quickly connect with new friends.

UNLV ranks in Tier 1 of ThirdWay.org's Economic Mobility Index. Unlike conventional rankings that focus on selectivity and test scores, this ranking assesses the institution's dedication to effectively serving low- and moderate-income students and recognizes UNLV's commitment to providing upward economic mobility opportunities for all students. By prioritizing inclusivity and equity, UNLV sets itself apart as a leading institution dedicated to empowering students to surpass barriers and embrace limitless opportunities.

Breaking dance team tradition by including male teammates, the UNLV Rebel Girls & Company is captivating audiences around the world. They've danced on America's Got Talent, traveled to China to represent Team USA, and performed for the NBA Summer League — on top of winning dance awards, including the 2022 national collegiate championship. The Rebel Girls & Company reflect UNLV's culture of breaking down barriers and embracing diversity to achieve excellence.

UNLV is building upon its wastewater surveillance program to build a system for detecting early signs of deadly outbreaks. The partnership with the Southern Nevada Health District, Southern Nevada Water Authority, and Desert Research Institute demonstrates UNLV’s proactive approach to safeguarding the region’s health.

For the fifth consecutive year, UNLV's William F. Harrah College of Hospitality was ranked the nation's top institution for hospitality and leisure management. Worldwide, UNLV ranked second, the only American institution within the top ten in the 2023 QS World Universities rankings. The college also ranked number one in CEO World, highlighting UNLV's commitment to excellence in educating the hospitality industry's future trailblazers.

UNLV Film, in collaboration with industry leader Vū, has solidified its position as the top choice for students looking to lead a new era of film innovation by installing a cutting-edge virtual production studio on campus. This state-of-the-art studio enables the seamless integration of live-action performances and 3D computer graphics in real-time, empowering students to explore groundbreaking techniques that will shape the future of film.

UNLV Honors College student Zach Billiot is one of just 58 students nationwide to earn the national Truman Scholarship, which recognizes his exceptional leadership potential, academic excellence, and commitment to public service in government or the nonprofit sector.

Notably, this marks the second consecutive year that a student from UNLV has been awarded the Truman Scholarship, further reflecting UNLV’s Top Tier commitment to support student achievement and promote scholarship and public service.