Howard R. Hughes College of Engineering News
The College of Engineering provides students a well-rounded foundation in several engineering disciplines for a successful career in engineering and computer science. Through the hands-on, experiential education experience we offer, students are enabled to achieve excellence in their respective fields.
Current Engineering News
A collection of colorful headlines featuring 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ staff and students.
As Engineering's Senior Design celebrates 25 years, a grad returns to guide one student team through a real-world mobility challenge.
51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ’s Take Your Child to Work Day gives kids a chance to see what their parents do while exploring a fun range of educational and career-related activities.
Three-time engineering graduate Amber Guckes blends creative thinking with technical expertise to safeguard the nation’s nuclear stockpile.
A 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ-record 28 graduate and professional programs placed within the nation’s top 100 in their discipline, including 14 from Boyd School of Law.
The Engineering Advising Center director rediscovered his true calling — and now helps 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ students do the same.
Engineering In The News
Motorcyclists in Southern Nevada and across the state are dying in traffic crashes at a higher rate this year than in 2024 — a grim figure underscored by at least eight more rider deaths in the state since early April.
Turning dry desert air into drinkable water once sounded like something from a sci-fi movie. Now, it’s becoming reality—thanks to a breakthrough from researchers at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. As water supplies shrink across the region due to drought and climate change, scientists have taken a huge step toward creating a sustainable water source from an unlikely place: the air.
From abandoned rental scooters cluttering resort sidewalks to teenage motorcyclists performing dangerous stunts in county parks, Clark County officials are developing comprehensive solutions to address safety concerns with electric scooters, bicycles and motorcycles.
US NuScale Power Corporation opened its latest Energy Exploration (E2) Centre at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ) to help support the development of a skilled nuclear-ready workforce. The E2 Centre was co-funded by a grant from the US Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Nuclear Energy University Program (NEUP).
The E2 Center will allow students at 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ to take on the role of control room operator, providing the chance to gain real-life experience. It will also provide a means to conduct outreach to the community on the benefits of nuclear power through demonstrations and tours for local leaders, K-12 students, and the broader public.
The E2 Center will allow students at 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ to take on the role of control room operator, providing the chance to gain real-life experience. It will also provide a means to conduct outreach to the community on the benefits of nuclear power through demonstrations and tours for local leaders, K-12 students, and the broader public.
