News: Office of the President

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Business and Community |

Initiative, supported by $15 million donation from Sands, highlights shared commitment to enriching the educational and cultural landscape of Las Vegas and beyond.

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People |

51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ math sciences professor Satish Bhatnagar will be honored for his half-century of contributions to the university during the annual Faculty Length of Service Program. 

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Business and Community |

The program offers faculty and staff resources for legal, financial, or wellness concerns â€” and more — through ComPsych.

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Business and Community |

The new partnership will develop career-readiness skills and financial literacy skills in youth.

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Campus News |

A roundup of news about the brights spots on campus.

51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ President Keith Whitfield
Campus News |

President Keith E. Whitfield reflects on two stories that go to the heart of what it means to be a Rebel.

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51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ History |

The philanthropist and her family bet on 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ's success with contributions to help establish the campus, build the Thomas & Mack Center, and advance the law school.

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People |

From groundbreaking researcher to 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ president, Marta Meana reflects on the unexpected moments of her long career.

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Campus News |

51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ is inspiring our students, fostering innovation, and transforming communities. Here in Nevada and around the world, Rebels Thrive.

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Campus News |

Nearly 33,000 students are choosing 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ to advance their education this fall, redefining what’s possible in higher education.

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Campus News |

51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ President Keith E. Whitfield and Director of Athletics Erick Harper announced that Rebel Athletics will extend its contract with the Mountain West from July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2032.

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Research |

The platform transforms 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ’s research infrastructure, enhances the university’s data-driven culture, and supports strategic decision-making to expand faculty opportunities.