Welcome
51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ’s Office of Government and Community Engagement seeks to support, facilitate, and promote collaboration, partnership, and engagement between the university and its many communities.
51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Legislative Priorities
The 83rd Session of the Nevada Legislature began on Feb. 3, and higher education will be the topic of many discussions throughout the session. Investing in higher education is essential to Nevada’s success today and to its future prosperity. The 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Office of Government & Community Engagement is committed to working with the Nevada System of Higher Education, legislators, and the Governor’s office to highlight the many ways 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ is moving our state forward.
51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ is a proud recipient of the 2020 Carnegie Community Engagement Classification, a national distinction honoring the university for its exemplary community engagement practices. 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ was one of only 119 institutions to receive this classification in 2020.
Government Engagement
Learn about 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ government engagement and access resources to support your civic engagement activity.
Community Engagement
Learn about ways to leverage 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ’s resources to improve quality of life and access resources to increase your community engagement.
News
The student-led delegation met with legislators, advocated for student issues, and learned more about the state's legislative process.
From hosting science field trips to delivering therapy services to rural areas, 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ enriches the lives of Nevadans.
Kenny Varner, the 2025 Faculty/Staff Community Outreach Award winner, tackles the state's critical teacher shortage through the Nevada Forward Initiative.