UNLV and the Graduate College have invested in an Early Alert text messaging system that confidentially checks in with students who opt in once a week and provides wellness and mental health resources. To learn more about Early Alert, check out this video. Opt in to Early Alert by completing this webform.
2022 Grad Rebel Writing Boot Camp
The Grad Rebel Writing Boot Camp is a week-long program that provides graduate students with the skills and knowledge necessary to become more efficient and successful writers. It also provides students with the opportunity to learn about the different types of writing groups as well as how to successfully start and maintain their own writing group. The program is a collaborative effort between the Graduate College, UNLV Libraries, and UNLV Writing Center. Grad Rebel Writing Boot Camp will take place from Jan. 3. to Jan. 7, 2022.
Learn more and apply.
Nov. 14: Application due for OISS International Student Distinguished Contribution Award
The purpose of the UNLV Office of International Students and Scholars (OISS) International Student Distinguished Contribution Award is to recognize and acknowledge a UNLV degree-seeking F-1 or J-1 international student at each degree level (bachelors, masters, and doctoral or professional) who has greatly contributed to the development and continued growth of their field through scholarly or creative projects at UNLV. One $1,000 scholarship will be awarded at each degree level. Applicants must currently be enrolled at UNLV as a degree-seeking F-1 or J-1 international student. Learn more and apply by 11:59 p.m. on Nov. 14.
Nov. 15: Last Day to Defend a Thesis, Dissertation, or Doctoral Project
Nov. 15 is the last day to defend a thesis, dissertation, or doctoral project. For more information, email gradrebel@unlv.edu.
This festive 5K race will start at the Student Recreation & Wellness Center at 7 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 18. Registration is free and includes a t-shirt and chances to win a holiday gift basket! Register here.
Nov. 30: #GivingTuesday
Tuesday, Nov. 30 is no ordinary Tuesday. It's #GivingTuesday, an annual one-day global fundraising movement that encourages everyone to get involved in transforming their communities. The Graduate College is seeking community support on #GivingTuesday to help graduate students in need of financial assistance. If you know anyone who may be interested in getting involved, please invite them to make a gift on Nov. 30.
"Improving Wellness in Herself and Others"
UNLV nursing student Carly Chang originally turned to yoga in order to cope with stress and anxiety. Now, she shares her wellness practice with her classmates by leading free yoga sessions. Read the article from the UNLV News Center to learn more about Chang's wellness practices.
The Interview: Jamil Johnson
Education professor explores
the Black male experience in
higher ed, talks about the
importance of mentorship, and
thanks you for being a friend.
David Damore to Lead The Lincy Institute and Brookings Mountain West at UNLV
Damore to serve as interim executive director for
two public policy research centers at UNLV that focus
on critical issues facing Nevada and the nation.
