News: Office of the President

Students Adi Pahima and Magnus Yuen build and programing their robot.
Campus News |

In an effort to encourage STEM learning, 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ engineering students partner with local high schools to help 'gear' up for the FIRST Robotics Competition as part of a new two-semester course.

Magic Johnson speaking into a microphone
Business and Community |

NBA star-turned-motivational speaker has launched businesses and nonprofits to uplift diverse, disadvantaged communities; tickets are free and available to members of campus and public. 
 

President Keith E. Whitfield
Campus News |

After tragedy, 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ remains committed to improving the well-being of our students, our faculty and staff, and the world.

smiling students in a classroom looking at instructor
Campus News |

Faculty Robert Cornell and Van Whaley share their experiences using trauma-informed teaching techniques and Rebel Recovery Program resources to support students.

President Whitfield seated speaking with student Nicole Thomas
Campus News |

In fourth annual campus address, President Keith E. Whitfield shares a message of progress amidst  recovery from December’s campus tragedy.
 

female student in labcoat working with lab equipment
Campus News |

STEM doctoral programs receive multi-year funding to close persistent equity gaps and create more effective educational environments.

man behind railing with Las Vegas Strip in background
People |

President Whitfield joined 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ as its 11th president in August 2020; contract extended from August 2024 through August 2028. 

The Las Vegas strip as seen on Super Bowl weekend (Josh Hawkins/51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ).
Campus News |

A collection of news stories and highlights featuring 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ students and faculty.

51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ students studying outdoors on campus
Campus News |

51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ’s online bachelor’s in psychology, master’s programs in nursing rank among the nation's top 20; university nets four top 100 rankings. 

two blurred figures in Indigenous tribal dress on campus setting
Campus News |

Spring semester begins with Native American ceremonies to bring campus community together. 

beauty photo of campus showing 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ banner through leaves
Campus News |

The All Hands Meeting for faculty and staff included updates on campus operations and Rebel Recovery resources for spring semester.

woman sorting materials in archive
Campus News |

The initiative will preserve materials from campus memorials and include an Oral History Research Center project.