News: Graduate College
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Online master’s programs in nursing continue U.S. News & World Report rankings rise with two Top 10 placements; bachelor’s program in psychology also cracks Top 20.
The UNLV alum turned his interest in technology into a career helping to make admissions and online business processes more efficient.
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With two dozen patents under their belts, Gaming Innovation students are grabbing the attention of casino game developers and showing the world what Vegas does best.
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This spring’s exhibition season features five solo exhibitions of artists exploring diverse mediums, themes, and identities.
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Longtime research director brings nearly 20 years of advisory and leadership experience in transition to lead role.
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The problems facing our world and how UNLV helped find solutions.
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Student achievements including competition wins, a science fellowship first, and new innovations splashed local and national news headlines in 2022.
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International student and biological sciences Ph.D. candidate Santiago Bataller places first in Rebel Grad Slam Competition.
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Five UNLV graduates will be recognized by President Keith E. Whitfield during winter commencement for their combination of academic excellence and service to the community.
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First graduates of UNLV's psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner program eager to help fill Southern Nevada's need for more providers.
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A long-duration gamma-ray burst observed in late 2021 revealed signatures typically associated with short-duration bursts, forcing puzzled scientists to create a new model for the origin of this unique burst.
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UNLV master's program prepares professionals for wide variety of positions serving the community.