News: Office of Undergraduate Education and High-Impact Practices
Thanks to a new online bachelor's degree in urban studies, Miranda Barrie has been able to work, travel, campaign, and study on her own terms.
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Do children raised by male caregivers have different perceptions of gender as a result of who raised them? This psychology major spent her summer exploring the question.
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Bill Speer, director of UNLV’s Math Learning Center, earns a national lifetime achievement award with his forward-looking approach to teaching math.
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The office of undergraduate research helps UNLV students learn, grow, and shine.
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The new Office of Undergraduate Research helps students engage in and celebrate their research and creative activity.
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The campus was full of activity even before classes started today. Check out the slideshow of res hall move-in, UNLV Creates, and other activities this week.
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Changes to advising, an overhaul of the freshman experience, and an emphasis on taking a full course load are getting today's Rebels off to the right start. It's all part of helping students stick with their studies and graduate on time.