Martha Carrell Named 2018 OLLI at UNLV Lifetime Member

The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at UNLV Steering Council has named Martha Carrell as 2018's Lifetime Member. OLLI at UNLV’s Lifetime Membership is an honor bestowed on members who demonstrate a longtime commitment to the ideals of maintaining and growing a vibrant community of lifelong learners.
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Dr. Jennifer Keene Awarded 2018 DEO Faculty Excellence Award

The Division of Educational Outreach acknowledges Jennifer Keene, Ph.D. for her teaching excellence.  Dr. Keene is the recipient of the 2018 Division of Educational Outreach Faculty Excellence Award. Dr. Keene has taught during Summer Term on a regular basis and has consistently received very positive feedback from students. Over the past several years she has worked closely with Summer Term as the Associate Dean for the College of Liberal Arts to manage the college's program for the benefit of the students and faculty. Dr.Read More

Scholarships Available to Help Re-entry Students Finish Their Degrees

Non-traditional students make up more than 20 percent of all undergraduate students at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. These are students who had their education journey disrupted by family commitments, military service, finances, or other reasons. Not surprisingly, money is often a barrier for adult learners wishing to complete their degree. UNLV’s Community2Campus office within the Division of Educational Outreach administers several scholarships earmarked especially for students returning to college after an extended interruption.
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Outreach Insights -- November 2017

The latest news from the Division of Educational Outreach is now available. Check out the November 2017 issue of Outreach Insights.  

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UNLV Names Joseph Miera as Vice Provost for the Division of Educational Outreach

 
UNLV is pleased to announce the appointment of Joseph Miera as Vice Provost for the Division of Educational Outreach, effective September 1, 2017.
 
“Joseph brings to UNLV outstanding leadership experience in extended learning, distance learning, and educational outreach,” said Diane Chase, UNLV’s Executive Vice President and Provost.
 
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July 2017 Outreach Insights

The latest news from the Division of Educational Outreach is now available. Check out the July 2017 issue of Outreach Insights.
 
 

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Elena Gandia Garcia: Faculty Excellence Award Winner

The Division of Educational Outreach salutes Elena Gandia Garcia, Ph.D. for teaching excellence. Garcia is the recipient of the 2017 Division of Educational Outreach Faculty Excellence Award for being at the forefront of addressing a need for the state of Nevada and providing students with the skills to be successful legal interpreters. Garcia was indispensable to the development and implementation of the Legal Interpretation: Spanish Certificate Program for UNLV Continuing Education.
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March 2017 Outreach Insights

The latest news from the Division of Educational Outreach is now available. Check out the March 2017 issue of Outreach Insights. 

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OLLI at UNLV Receives Dignity Health Grant

OLLI at UNLV is the recipient of a $45,000 grant from Dignity Health to expand the Chronic Disease Self-Management Program (CDSMP) class and OLLI at UNLV membership in the urban core of Las Vegas. The grant will be implemented in partnership with the City of Las Vegas Parks and Recreation Department and the UNLV School of Nursing and will help support health-related classes including the CDSMP at community centers and senior communities in targeted areas. 
 
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Scholarships Available to Help Re-Entry Students Finish Their Degrees

Non-traditional students make up more than 20 percent of all students at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. These are students who had their education journey disrupted by family commitments, military service, finances, or other reasons. Not surprisingly, money is often a barrier for adult learners wishing to complete their degree. UNLV’s Community2Campus office within the Division of Educational Outreach administers several scholarships earmarked especially for students returning to college after an extended interruption. 
 
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