News: Office of Executive Vice President and Provost
A collection of news stories highlighting UNLV’s response to COVID-19 and faculty experts who have helped the community make sense of the pandemic and its impact to daily life.
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A collection of news stories from February highlighting the people and research of UNLV.
A collection of news stories capturing the excitement and accomplishments of UNLV at the start of a new decade.
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Program at The Intersection gives first-generation faculty, staff a place to share their stories.
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Newest Carnegie Foundation recognition comes just one year after UNLV earns “very high research activity” status.
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Best Teaching Practices Expo showcases their research, tools, and technology.
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Having played many sports while growing up, the head of UNLV's educational compliance values teamwork.
University surpasses 31,000 students for first time in 62-year history; UNLV students are also staying in school and graduating at higher rates.
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Universities offering distance learning opportunities must comply with regulations across state lines.
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UNLV works to dismantle barriers to college-level math success to retain and graduate students.
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Students find support through updated math courses, pilot programs.
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Summer Math Bridge has helped 77 percent of participating students place into credit-bearing math courses since 2012.