Welcome
"I am incredibly humbled and grateful to have the opportunity to continue leading UNLV. The job is not done, and I am more committed than ever to helping our university move forward on our collective Top Tier strategic plan. I will continue to champion student success and wellness, foster innovation and research, and grow our reputation locally and nationally, while encouraging a culture of inclusivity, collaboration, and excellence."Keith E. Whitfield, Ph.D.
Presidential Initiatives
President Whitfield has spearheaded many innovative initiatives, including the Digital President AI, which gives students and parents a fun way to chat with the president and find resources. President Whitfield’s initiatives focus on the success of our students, economic diversification, community engagement, and diversity, equity and inclusion.
Rebels Thrive
The 2024 President’s Annual Report highlights some of the many ways the UNLV community has come together to meet our mission. Read about how UNLV is inspiring our students, fostering innovation, and transforming communities — here in Nevada and around the world.
What's Happening
Nearly 33,000 students are choosing UNLV to advance their education this fall, redefining what’s possible in higher education.
UNLV President Keith E. Whitfield and Director of Athletics Erick Harper announced that Rebel Athletics will extend its contract with the Mountain West from July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2032.
The platform transforms UNLV’s research infrastructure, enhances the university’s data-driven culture, and supports strategic decision-making to expand faculty opportunities.
Announcements
In the News
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