A WEEKLY NEWSLETTER FOR UNLV'S GRADUATE AND PROFESSIONAL STUDENTS
FEB. 26
See a complete workshop and professional development opportunity schedule.
Feb. 28: Writing Effective Research Abstracts
11 a.m.-12 p.m., Virtual
The abstract of a research project is the gateway to persuading readers to review your work. It is a short summary of your completed research and is intended to help potential readers determine the relevance of your paper by communicating your key findings. In this workshop you will learn about the structure of an abstract, how to compose an abstract, and evaluate current research abstracts.
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Feb. 28: Debt Management
5:30-6:30 p.m., Virtual
This workshop will offer participants valuable information on identifying, managing, and reducing debt, whether from credit cards, student loans, or other sources. Participants will learn about different types of debt, budgeting and debt management strategies, compare various debt management strategies, and how to create a personal plan for managing their debt.
Learn more.
March 1: Launching the Leader in You
12-1 p.m., Virtual
In this workshop, participants will be introduced to leadership development frameworks that can be applied to their current work situation. By participating in this workshop you will learn how to define and differentiate management and leadership, identify appropriate leadership styles, understand the art and science of coaching, and recognize how to inspire your team to achieve goals.
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March 1: Make the Most of Your ORCID
2:30-3:30 p.m., Virtual
ORCID iDs can be used in a variety of ways, such as searching for and applying for grants, tracking your research in a central location, and much more.
In this one-hour virtual workshop, you will learn the benefits of using ORCID to search and apply for grants, discover ways ORCID interacts with other systems, and understand how ORCID can be used to track more than scholarship.
Learn more.
March 1: Organize and Cite Sources With Zotero
3-4 p.m., Virtual
Zotero is a free, easy-to-use tool to help you keep track of your research sources, organize your notes, and format citations.
Join the University Libraries for this one-hour online workshop with Priscilla Finley, humanities librarian, who will walk you through the process of creating a Zotero library and integrating Zotero into your research and writing process, helping you identify the free, open-source program's potential to improve your academic writing workflow.
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March 2: Research Writing
2-3 p.m., Virtual
This Rebel+ workshop will provide a brief overview of what's involved in creating an original research project, a brief introduction of how UNLV's research offices fit into this process, and tips for keeping your project organized and your relationship with your co-investigators successful.
The workshop will include concrete examples of language used in different parts of the IRB submission process. You will also get a look behind the curtain of Cayuse, an IRB submission system.
Learn more.
Graduate College Announces 2022-23 Award Winners
Through its annual awards program, the Graduate College recognizes outstanding faculty leadership and mentorship, graduate student teaching, and theses and dissertations written by UNLV graduate students. See a list of this year's winners.
2023 President's Innovation Challenge Teams Announced
The UNLV Office of the President, UNLV Office of the Executive Vice President and Provost, UNLV Graduate College, UNLV Office of Economic Development, and Black Fire Innovation are pleased to announce the teams that have advanced to the final round of the 2nd annual President's Innovation Challenge, a multidisciplinary team competition that encourages social and business entrepreneurship to help solve major problems of our day in Southern Nevada and beyond.
Learn more and see a list of the teams that advanced.
Thesis/Dissertation Office Hours
Students with questions about their thesis or dissertation can take advantage of the Graduate College's thesis and dissertation office hours every Tuesday and Thursday from 12-2 p.m. Email grad.td@unlv.edu at least 48 hours in advance to schedule a virtual appointment. Learn more.
Graduate Assistants Eligible to Join UNLV's Corporate Challenge Team
Graduate assistants are eligible to join UNLV's Corporate Challenge team. Hosted by the City of Las Vegas, Corporate Challenge is a city-wide competition between companies that features more than 30 events. Register for UNLV's Corporate Challenge team.
March 1: Spring 2023 Graduation Application Deadline and Custom Regalia Deadline
If you’re planning to graduate this semester, the final day to submit an application for graduation through MyUNLV is March 1. If you’re graduating with a doctoral degree and would like to purchase custom academic regalia through the UNLV Bookstore, the deadline to submit an order is March 10. Learn more.
Join Dr. Alyssa Crittenden, vice provost for graduate education and dean of the Graduate College, for donuts, fruit, coffee, swag giveaways, and the opportunity to connect and network with the graduate scholar community. Learn more.
Join the African Student Association, Asian Pacific Islander Alliance, Black Graduate Student Association, Graduate & Professional Student Association, International Student Organization, Latinx Graduate Student Association, and Graduate College during UNLV's Minority-Serving Institution Week for an Eat Around the World event featuring free food, a cultural cookbook, swag, and more.
Want to learn more about the historic Westside of Las Vegas? Join UNLV Student Life for a city tour and learn about the contemporary and historic impacts to the Westside. Participants must reserve a spot on the bus tour in advance.
RebFest 2023 is a free community music festival held at UNLV. Students, staff, and the public are invited to enjoy a night of food trucks, games, entertainment, and live music. The event is put on by KUNV The Rebel HD2 in conjunction with the MSI Student Council. This year's event is headlined by Lit Reeezy and will feature up-and-coming local artists including Lil Tapz, Maejoy, lowercase.exe, and more. Learn more and reserve your ticket.
April 14: 8th Annual Inspiration, Innovation, Impact: A Celebration of Graduate Student Accomplishments
Join the Graduate College for the Inspiration, Innovation, Impact event, which showcases the best in UNLV graduate and professional student scholarly and creative activity. Graduate students will present five-minute, TED-style talks or performances around this year’s theme of “Power in Diversity: Unlocking Creativity and Research Together.” In addition, the audience will hear from a panel of UNLV faculty members and graduate students. Learn more.
Mental Health and Wellness at UNLV
Student Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) provides
a variety of services to help students address mental health
concerns to make the most out of the college experience. Learn more about CAPS and the services it provides.
Namesakes: The Robert Hersh Memorial Scholarship Fund
Robert Hersh (1987-2022), alumnus and talented architect, played an integral role in the planning and construction of the Kirk Kerkorian Medical Education Building.
