A WEEKLY NEWSLETTER FOR UNLV'S GRADUATE AND PROFESSIONAL STUDENTS
Mar. 10
See a complete workshop and professional development opportunity schedule.
Mar. 12: Relaxing Your Mind: An Anxiety and Stress Workshop
3-4 p.m., Virtual
Join Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) for a workshop designed to lessen and alleviate stress and anxiety. Participants will learn strategies for identifying sources of stress and anxiety, as well as develop methods for coping with them. Learn more.
Mar. 19: Academic Job Search Demystified Series: Negotiating Your Job Offer
In this workshop from the Academic Job Search Demystified series, expert panelists will discuss essential insights for understanding and maximizing academic job offers, including salary negotiations, benefits packages, and other critical components. By participating in this workshop, students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the various components of an academic job offer and learn how to professionally navigate the intricacies of academic job offer negotiations. Learn more and RSVP.
Mar. 11-15: Spring Break Recess
Beginning Monday, March 11, campus classes will not be held in observance of Spring Break. Classes will resume normal operation on Monday, March 18. For more information, contact the Registrar's Office.
UNLV Passport Services Office Open for International Travel Needs
The UNLV Passport Services Office, located inside Rebel Copy and Send in the Student Union, is one of only 11 passport service centers in the Greater Las Vegas area. The office is open to any student, staff, faculty, or community member seeking a first-time passport for international travel. Learn more.
Free English Language Tutoring Program
UNLV’s International Student and Scholar Services is offering free English Language Tutoring to all international and multilingual grad students. Tutors can assist with conversational skills, pronunciation, listening comprehension, vocabulary, reading, presentations, and grammar. Contact the English Language Center or email elc@unlv.edu for more information.
Mar. 15: 2024 Crossing Latinidades Summer Institute Application Deadline Extension
The Crossing Latinidades Summer Institute in Latino/a/x Humanities Studies has extended its application deadline to March 15. The program is open to students in the humanities or humanistic social studies that are working on future dissertations on U.S. Latino/a/x topics. Students must be finishing their second or third year by May 2024. Completed application materials should be emailed to Susana Sepulveda at susana.sepulveda@unlv.edu. Learn more.
Mar. 28: Last Day to Drop Classes Without a Refund/Change From Audit to Credit
There will be no withdrawals or audits accepted after this date. Modular, mid-semester, and educational outreach classes have different withdrawal dates. Check your myUNLV Student Center for specific deadlines for each class or contact the Office of the Registrar.
Join Campus Recreational Services and discover the heart of Zion National Park with a camping and hiking experience. Conquer the West Rim Trail to see stunning cliffs and vistas, then explore Taylor Creek Trail's wonders. Evenings bring campfire tales under starlit skies.
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Join the English Language Center for an afternoon of games and friends. All are welcome to come play some games, meet new people, and enjoy some snacks. Learn more.
Mar. 13: Boom Boom: Evolution of a Criminal Mind with Mihail Bilalov
After his cult role of the mobster Jaro in the series, Undercover, Mihail Bilalov returns as a new hero from the underground. Armed with his big mouth, bullet point, and dark sense of humor, the eccentric boss celebrates his 50th anniversary. Learn more.
The Graduate Student government operates through several autonomous and semi-independent divisions or offices. These subsidiaries support varying functions of GPSA. The Executive Board will be meeting with the President’s Cabinet to discuss upcoming events and initiatives - including the GPSA Research Forum, fee increases, tutoring program, and future programming. Learn more.
Mar. 25: 3rd Annual Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) Student Success Summit
UNLV’s MSI Week will begin with a day dedicated to advancing UNLV’s efforts as a premier MSI, HSI, and AANAPISI institution through learning and collaboration. This event will give participants the chance to engage in impactful discussion, hear about significant achievements in equity-based initiatives, and learn about expanding these initiatives through structural change.
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Join the Grad Academy to celebrate Minority Serving Institutions (MSI) Week. An informative panel with UNLV faculty, staff, and students will be available to answer questions and to network. The panel will be followed by a mix and mingle with food and drinks with UNLV's Graduate Registered Student Organizations (GRSOs). Learn more and RSVP.
This event will showcase the talents of singer/songwriter Chadwick Johnson, UNLV's expert on auditory perception and cognition Joel Snyder, and advocate for lifelong learning Niels Clyde. The day will feature performances by the OLLI at UNLV’s Ukulele group and the esteemed UNLV Jazz Ensemble. After the performances, join us in a panel discussion to explore the intricate link between music and cognitive health, with insights from Dr. Joel Snyder, Dr. Kate Zhong, Chadwick Johnson, David Loeb of UNLV Jazz, and Dr. Rob Levrant.
Learn more and RSVP.
Stand Together Against Academic Bullying
Academic bullying – which involves individuals intimidating, demeaning, or undermining others in educational settings – occurs across university campuses. That’s why the Graduate College and the Ombuds Office have partnered to be a resource for members of UNLV’s scholarly community experiencing academic bullying. Learn more about academic bullying, access support resources, and follow the steps to foster a supportive and productive academic culture at UNLV.
UNLV Selected to Receive Sloan Centers for Systemic Change Support
STEM doctoral programs receive multi-year funding to close persistent equity gaps and create more effective educational environments.
