News: Office of the President
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The administrative assistant in decision support stands out for her unflappable charm and ability to tackle challenges.
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Leaders from the nation’s Tribal Colleges and Universities convene at UNLV for American Indian Higher Education Consortium annual summer meeting.
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President Keith Whitfield on the legacy and impact of the federal Pell Grant program, which marks 50 years on June 23.
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Alliance sets 2030 goal to double Hispanic doctoral students and increase number of Hispanic professors by 20%.
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A collection of news stories highlighting the experts and student changemakers at UNLV.
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Report commissioned following off-campus charity boxing event last November resulting in the tragic death of student Nathan Valencia.
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More than 3,000 students from 40 states and 56 countries to participate in ceremonies at 4 p.m. May 13, and at 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. May 14. All ceremonies at the Thomas & Mack Center.
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A collection of news stories highlighting the experts and student changemakers at UNLV.
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From the presidential puppy to financial aid info, Digital President Whitfield shares stories along with useful information for students.
UNLV launches new challenge for Rebels with an entrepreneurial eye, encourages interdisciplinary problem-solving.
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Rebels Give is a 1,957-minute fundraising challenge (in honor of the date of UNLV’s founding) that encourages the community to get involved and support high-impact campus programs.
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A collection of news stories highlighting the experts and events at UNLV.