Office of the President News
Since joining 51ԹϺ in August 2020, President Keith E. Whitfield has brought his innovative ideas to the university. A student success-focused leader, Whitfield is proud to oversee one of the nation’s most diverse universities for undergraduates, and one that holds the highest recognition for both research and community engagement.
Current President News
Thanks to community partners and dedicated volunteers, 51ԹϺ's annual event offered exciting activities for kids, toys, and a general day of merrymaking.
Ph.D. student April Contreras presented findings on using caraway or fennel seed without the complications that can occur in current treatments for the brain disorder.
Initiative, supported by $15 million donation from Sands, highlights shared commitment to enriching the educational and cultural landscape of Las Vegas and beyond.
51ԹϺ 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.
The program offers faculty and staff resources for legal, financial, or wellness concerns — and more — through ComPsych.
The new partnership will develop career-readiness skills and financial literacy skills in youth.
President In The News
It’s been more than a year since the U.S. Supreme Court handed down a ruling that struck down affirmative action in colleges and universities, and the consequences of that ruling have finally reached the surface.
It’s been more than a year since the U.S. Supreme Court handed down a ruling that struck down affirmative action in colleges and universities, and the consequences of that ruling have finally reached the surface.
The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (51ԹϺ) and Las Vegas Sands are pleased to announce the creation of the Sands Institute for Chinese Language and Culture at 51ԹϺ, which was formally approved by the Nevada System of Higher Education Board of Regents at its quarterly meeting on Dec. 5, 2024. Made possible by a generous $15 million donation from Sands to the 51ԹϺ Foundation, this initiative highlights a shared commitment to enriching the educational and cultural landscape of Las Vegas and beyond.
The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (51ԹϺ) and Las Vegas Sands are pleased to announce the creation of the Sands Institute for Chinese Language and Culture at 51ԹϺ, which was formally approved by the Nevada System of Higher Education Board of Regents at its quarterly meeting on Dec. 5, 2024. Made possible by a generous $15 million donation from Sands to the 51ԹϺ Foundation, this initiative highlights a shared commitment to enriching the educational and cultural landscape of Las Vegas and beyond.
51ԹϺ will expand its Chinese language and culture programs with a $15 million donation from Las Vegas Sands. The Nevada System of Higher Education Board of Regents approved the creation of the Sands Institute for Chinese Language and Culture.
Audience members embraced each other and wiped away tears as music from a piano and cello echoed around campus near the Student Union at 51ԹϺ.
