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Funded by a grant from the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians, this initiative is providing Native American students with the knowledge, skills, and competencies they need to excel in management roles within tribal gaming and hospitality. Housed within the top-ranked Harrah College of Hospitality, the initiative offers summer camps for secondary school students; degree programs, internships and mentoring in college; and executive education for professionals already working in the field.

51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ is a partner for Junior Achievement (JA) of Southern Nevada’s new immersive experience for middle and high schools students. The program’s classroom lessons culminate in a visit to JA’s BizTown and Finance Park programs, which include 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ storefronts. The partnership is the latest in President Whitfield’s initiatives aimed at financial literacy. Last year, 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ launched the Institute for Financial Literacy & Wellness to equip campus and community members with tools to achieve their financial goals through different life stages.

In less than two years, the College of Education’s NV|Forward program has become the largest apprenticeship effort in the nation and has added 400 teachers to Nevada’s workforce. The program for working professionals helps them pursue their degrees and licensure at little to no cost while still earning a salary. And after they graduate, the program provides extensive coaching and professional development to retain them in the profession.

As part of its efforts to address the critical mental health issues in our community, the School of Public Health has partnered with The Defensive Line, a national nonprofit organization focused on suicide prevention. The partnerships aim to educate adults about youth suicide and create safe places for young people to be honest and vulnerable about what they are going through.

Nearly 100 car enthusiasts rallied to join the university's inaugural car show, sponsored by President Keith E. Whitfield and 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Alumni Association. The Rebel Ride, Whitfield's own ’69 Chevy Blazer, also made an appearance. The car show was an opportunity for community members to visit 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ and for alumni to reconnect with the campus.

The Raiders and 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ joined forces to organize the Raiders, 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ, Sport, and Health (RUSH) program, an interactive one-day event designed to introduce 200 sixth- through eighth-grade girls to flag football, inspire their pursuit of sports in high school, and tackle mental health and nutrition concerns. Recognizing the proven benefits of sports participation on women's health, the RUSH program nurtures essential life skills such as teamwork and leadership, promoting a more positive body image and bolstered self-esteem among the participating girls.

A gift from MGM Resorts International will help 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ address the need for children to receive diagnoses and therapies for autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The funding will aid the College of Education to develop new programs to boost the number of Board Certified Behavior Analysts who are qualified to help children with ASD and their families. Partnering with the Grant a Gift Autism Foundation - Ackerman Center, the 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ/CSUN Preschool, 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ’s CREW Disability Center, and telehealth services, these new programs will provide future practitioners with a broader base of experiences in a variety of community settings.

Researchers from the School of Public Health teamed up with the University of Nevada, Reno to secure nearly $2.5 million dollars in grant funding from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This grant will focus on preventing adverse childhood experiences and promoting positive childhood experiences in Nevada, increasing productivity and educational attainment for our community.