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MSI Week celebrates students March 28-April 1
When Mar. 28, 2022 (All day) Show Recurring Dates Office/Remote Location Multiple locations on campus Description UNLV hosts Minority- Serving Institution Week (MSI Week), which features a full slate of educational opportunities designed to foster conversation and celebrate the richness of UNLV’s students. Monday, March 28th Self- Guided Mural WalkLocation: TEC Building and Reception 2…
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Rebel Awards gets new categories, now open for nominations
By Anthony Cave As living with COVID-19 stretches into year three, even those tasked with managing and giving out awards have to adjust. That’s the case for organizers of the annual Rebel Awards, which recognizes faculty, staff, students, student organizations, and others for their service to UNLV and its students. In 2022, the awards program…
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These new bike locks help combat theft on-campus
By Anthony Cave University Police Services had their hands full last semester with cut bicycle locks – and stolen bikes – according to Sgt. Ryan Willman. Whether the bikes were around the residence halls or simply unoccupied for any period of time, Willman said these thefts were significant. According to preliminary UPD data, 17 bikes…
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More than food: What an on-campus basic needs pantry would look like
By Anthony Cave Among college students, food insecurity is a well-documented barrier to academic success and continued enrollment, but for some UNLV students, food isn’t the only area where their basic needs go unmet. Since 2018, the office of Service Learning and Leadership has coordinated “Take What You Need” pop-up events two to three times…
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Jenn Gray returns to UNLV to head Student Union Event Services
After a two years away, Jenn Gray has returned to the Division of Student Affairs to lead UNLV Student Union Event Services. Current title: Director of Student Union & Event Services Current start date: January 3, 2022 Previous titles at UNLV: Assistant Director of Housing Administration (6/2006-12/2012), Contract Manager (1/2013-3/2016), Director of Student Affairs Communications…
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Please meet: Deanna Willmon
Deanna Willmon joins the Office of Vice President of Student Affairs after more than five years as an Administrative Assistant in the office of Student Wellness. In her new role, Willmon supports the division and its staff and students by coordinating daily office operations. View a full list of all new staff hired in the…
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Championing health in Black History Month
By Juanita P. Fain “Seize the opportunity to honor the too-often neglected accomplishments of Black Americans in every area of endeavor throughout our history.” These are the words of President Gerald Ford in 1976 when he officially recognized Black History Month with a public call to action. Every American president since 1976 has designated February…
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Student Affairs welcomes new staff
Give a warm welcome to these new staff members supporting the Student Affairs mission. Staff Name Business Title Unit Hire Date Sergio Bustos Admission Counselor Enrollment and Student Services July 19, 2021 Christopher Ramsey Admissions/Records Assistant 4 Enrollment and Student Services July 26, 2021 Margaret Palmquist Coordinator, Disability Services Student Wellness July 26, 2021 Marie…
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FAFSA, ANF Completion Labs provide hands-on assistance to students
Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships launches program to assist current students and high schoolers in aid applications. The office of Financial Aid and Scholarships is hosting in-person and virtual labs to assist prospective and current students in completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and Alternate Need Form (ANF). Virtual labs are scheduled…
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Fraternity and Sorority Life posts positive academic rankings for fall 2021
UNLV fraternities and sororities commended for academic rankings that outpace the general student population. The office of Fraternity and Sorority Life posted positive numbers in fall 2021 that reflects solid academic achievement and community service. Among the highlights are the following figures: More than half of the community achieved an average 3.0 GPA or higher The average…