News: Department of Educational Psychology, Leadership, and Higher Education

Valarie Burke sits in regalia during ceremony
People |

Master problem solver and triple alumna Valarie Burke of the Graduate College helps make it happen at graduation.

Kevin McVay in a tree
People |

The assistant director of the Sciences Advising Center wants everyone to know: There's so much more to being an advisor than telling students what classes to take.

LeAnne Salazar Montoya at graduation ceremony
People |

The Radiance Project, led by LeAnne Salazar-Montoya, expands pathways to leadership for Latinx educators. It also earned her the 2025 Service-Learning Faculty Award.

Spring flowers
Campus News |

The students and faculty of UNLV are springing into headlines around the country.

spring day on UNLV campus
People |

The associate vice provost of academic effectiveness plays a key role in the accreditation process. 

Stacy Shapin stands in an art gallery
People |

The College of Fine Arts advising director on the high value of arts degrees, quiet spaces, and being a late bloomer.

UNLV professor Federick Ngo on campus while sitting on a bench with his right raised and his right foot on the bench
People |

UNLV Professor Federick Ngo earns high marks for his devotion to teaching and to breaking down barriers that hinder college access and student success.

UNLV students walking on campus
Research |

The College of Education's National Institute for the Advancement of Education awarded four faculty research grants that will explore potential solutions for retaining Nevada's teachers.

man wearing UNLV jacket making 'LV' sign with hands
People |

The two-time alumnus and now doctoral student helps show prospective Rebels everything UNLV has to offer as assistant director for visitor experience and engagement.

students in spring
Campus News |

News highlights starring UNLV students and faculty who made local and national headlines.

Spring Flowers (Becca Schwartz)
Campus News |

A roundup of the top news stories featuring UNLV students and faculty.

two women in graduation gowns with "UNLV Latinx" Stolls
Research |

UNLV-led grant project creates a hub for faculty across the country to share resources, learn, and collaborate with each other.