News: Office of the President
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President Whitfield’s annual event for the community brings cheer to more than 1,300 youth.
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A vigil honored Patricia Navarro Velez, Jerry Cha-Jan Chang, and Naoko Takemaru, who were killed in a campus shooting Dec. 6.
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Institute, led by industry expert Riana Durrett, will drive public policy surrounding cannabis legalization and explore related implications for medicine, research, and business.
The impact that UNLV and the University of Nevada, Reno have on our state and nation has never been greater. Working together, our universities are helping shape Nevada's future.
A collection of news stories highlighting expert insights, research, and academic achievement.
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UNLV President Keith E. Whitfield answers a few questions to provide a glimpse into his personal journey ahead of his Oct. 4 talk.
The research expert recently received a $3.5M grant to conduct a study on LGBTQIA+ caregivers of dementia patients and their experiences.
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Event organizers hope new program will ease student transition to collegiate life and instill a feeling of belonging.
News stories from the summer featuring UNLV students and faculty.
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Graduate assistant stipends and the total number of doctoral graduate assistantships to increase after the Nevada Legislature approves funding.
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Graphic design major Jaylynn Bach took first prize in the contest organized by Human Resources.