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University of Nevada
unr.edu > nevada-today > news > 2026 > agritech-event

University partnering to bring ag tech expo to Nevada

11+ hour, 33+ min ago  (431+ words) Partnering with the program aligns with the vision of GOED, according to Karsten Heise, GOED's Senior Director of Strategic Programs and Innovation. "This new fourth cohort will continue strengthening our Nevada entrepreneurial ecosystems while providing new solutions for the agricultural…...

University of Nevada
unr.edu > nevada-today > news > 2026 > fire-adapted-summit

University hosts wildfire preparedness summit for Nevadans

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (458+ words) Panels, presentations and workshops will focus on collaboration and creating an ongoing culture that prioritizes fire adaptiveness. The event will also help participants to connect with each other and engage with fire agencies. Attendance is free and includes breakfast both…...

University of Nevada
unr.edu > nevada-today > news > 2025 > streetreach-summit-december-2025

University leaders presented at the StreetReach Summit

2+ mon, 3+ week ago  (905+ words) Our role as a university is to work alongside the community, listen with care and help build the systems that support health and well-being," said Muge Akpinar-Elci, MD, MPH, dean of the School of Public Health. This summit shows what…...

University of Nevada
unr.edu > nevada-today > news > 2025 > extension-needs-assessment

Nevada Extension seeks community input to improve outreach

3+ mon, 1+ week ago  (461+ words) Periodically, Extension conducts surveys, or "needs assessments," to get direct input at the community level on what programming is needed. Extension has launched a survey to assess needs in 12 Northern Nevada counties, and is asking citizens to go online to…...

University of Nevada
unr.edu > nevada-today > news > 2025 > nevada-esports

Break the Internet: Nevada Esports Gaming Event

3+ mon, 1+ week ago  (382+ words) The main event in the ballrooms was full of energy and buzzing with sound as a live orchestra played theme songs from classic games such as Mario Kart and The Legend of Zelda. Hosted by Nevada Esports each spring, the…...

University of Nevada
unr.edu > nevada-today > news > 2025 > nevada-recognizes-2025-winter-commencement-student-athletes

Nevada celebrates student-athletes graduating

3+ mon, 2+ week ago  (506+ words) Fifteen current and former Nevada Wolf Pack student-athletes have applied for graduation at the University of Nevada this winter. Commencement ceremonies for the University will be held Saturday, Dec. 6, at 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. at Lawlor Events Center. A livestream of the ceremony'will…...

University of Nevada
unr.edu > nevada-today > news > 2025 > virtual-fencing

Virtual fencing research shows promise for Nevada ranchers.

3+ mon, 3+ week ago  (721+ words) Across Nevada's rangelands, hauling barbed wire and setting fence posts remains a necessary, albeit labor-intensive, task for ranchers. Now, with help from University of Nevada, Reno researchers, some are testing "virtual fencing," a GPS system that lets them guide cattle…...

University of Nevada
unr.edu > nevada-today > news > 2025 > apha2025-highlights

University of Nevada, Reno students stand out at APHA 2025

3+ mon, 3+ week ago  (458+ words) Dean Muge Akpinar-Elci, faculty and students welcome colleagues to the School of Public Health booth at APHA 2025. "APHA brings together some of the strongest voices in public health, and our students stand shoulder to shoulder with national leaders," said Dean…...

University of Nevada
unr.edu > nevada-today > news > president-messages > 2025-11-20-conclusion-of-the-special-session

Conclusion of the 36th Special Session of the Nevada Legislature | President's Messages

3+ mon, 4+ week ago  (190+ words) Dear Wolf Pack Family, Following the conclusion of the 36th Special Session of the Nevada Legislature on Wednesday, Nov. 19, we are pleased to share exciting news about the passage of SB4: State Financial Appropriations Bill, a transformative investment in the future of…...

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unr.edu > nevada-today > news > president-messages > 2025-11-13-special-session-of-the-nevada-state-legislature

Special Session of the Nevada State Legislature | President's Messages

4+ mon, 6+ day ago  (955+ words) The Special Session of the Nevada State Legislature requested by Gov. Joe Lombardo, which will be convened today, Thursday, Nov. 13 in Carson City, contains three items related to higher education and the University of Nevada, Reno that will be considered…...