News: Office of the President

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People |

From groundbreaking researcher to UNLV president, Marta Meana reflects on the unexpected moments of her long career.

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Campus News |

UNLV is inspiring our students, fostering innovation, and transforming communities. Here in Nevada and around the world, Rebels Thrive.

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Campus News |

Nearly 33,000 students are choosing UNLV to advance their education this fall, redefining what’s possible in higher education.

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Campus News |

UNLV President Keith E. Whitfield and Director of Athletics Erick Harper announced that Rebel Athletics will extend its contract with the Mountain West from July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2032.

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Research |

The platform transforms UNLV’s research infrastructure, enhances the university’s data-driven culture, and supports strategic decision-making to expand faculty opportunities.

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Campus News |

UNLV President Keith E. Whitfield and UNR President Brian Sandoval on creating spaces on campus that encourage open and respectful dialogues as we begin the fall semester.

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Campus News |

The Top Tier initiative is aimed at unifying the university’s health sciences programs.

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Campus News |

A new program empowers UNLV faculty and staff to harness generative AI for teaching, research, and administrative innovation.

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Campus News |

Before sharing his full story, the economics professor focuses first on his gratitude to the officers who saved him and the UNLV family that supported his recovery.

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Campus News |

A collection of news highlights featuring students and faculty.

Portrait of Malcolm Gladwell
Arts and Culture |

Regarded as one of the world’s top thinkers, Gladwell will discuss his latest book 'Revenge of the Tipping Point - Overstories, Superspreaders, and the Rise of Social Engineering.'
 

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Business and Community |

Here's the history behind the 2,000+ acres slated to substantially expand UNLV's footprint in the valley.