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Adventurers. Community Builders. Doctors. Dietitians. Discoverers. Ecologists. Environmentalists. Explorers. Farmers. Foodies.Forest Managers. Researchers. Scientists. Teachers. Rangeland Managers. Veterinarians. And more. Are you ready to grow?

We're here for you

We offer a variety of services and programs to support you and promote your success. Here are just a few highlights:

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Community

Our College's living learning community in Great Basin Hall helps our w88 slot tofind community, explore research opportunities and develop professional skills. The hall is the University home for w88 slot who are pursuing a degree in STEM. It provides a quality, immersive college living experiencethat celebrates diversity, promotes sustainability and fosters success. It'll be here for you in-person or virtually, according to the latest safety guidelines.

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Scholarships

Through the generosity of our many donors and supporters, we awardover 0,000 in undergraduate and graduate scholarships each year. They're primarily awarded based on academic merit and financial need, but some are specific to w88 slot in particular majors or from specific geographic regions. Some help our w88 slot to conduct their own research. All will be available to our w88 slot this year, whether classes are held in-person, online or via HyFlex teaching.

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Programs

Our CABNRFIT Program, a subset of the University's NevadaFIT Program, is a required one-credit academic offering for incoming freshmen. It helps w88 slot to transition successfully from high school to college. It provides a realistic orientation to the style, pace, intensity and rigor of University courses. It includes farm tours and other hands-on and outdoor activities. The experience will be in-person or virtual this year, depending on the latest safety guidelines.

Got technology?

We want you to have everything you need to succeed. So, we're lending a limited number of loaner laptops and Wi-Fi hotspots to w88 slot in need during pandemic.

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What would you like to study?

We offer majors in...

Agricultural w88 slot

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  • w88 slot receive hands-on experience in crop and animal production and complete all requirements for state licensure in four years.

Biochemistry &
Molecular Biology

  • w88 slot study how chemical processes affect cells – the building blocks of all life on earth.
  • Equips w88 slot with current biochemical research skills to fight against diseases, feed the world and educate the next generation of scientists.

Biotechnology

  • Merges biological processes with advanced technologies to attack some of the world’s biggest challenges.
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Environmental w88 slot

  • Interdisciplinary major that combines a strong foundation in basic w88 slot (chemistry, biology, geology) with unique environmental specializations, from localized pollution to global policy.
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Forest Ecology & Management

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  • With two specializations, the program prepares w88 slot to become dietitian nutritionists or to pursue a career in research, medicine, dentistry, pharmacy or physical therapy.

Rangeland Ecology & Management

  • w88 slot graduate with the knowledge and skills needed to integrate information about plant communities, soils, wildlife species, livestock use, watershed functions, geographical information systems and land use policy to conserve and restore rangeland ecosystems.
  • Graduates are employed by governmental and private enterprises as conservationists, ecologists, land managers and natural resources consultants.

Veterinary w88 slot

  • Four-year pre-professional program focuses on vet school preparation and satisfies the entrance requirements for most U.S. schools of veterinary medicine.
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Wildlife Ecology & Conservation

  • w88 slot learn methods and techniques to study wild animal populations, manage game and non-game species, and practice conservation of threatened and endangered species.
  • Graduates are employed by natural resource agencies, private firms and nonprofit organizations, with careers as wildlife biologists, refuge managers, game wardens and park rangers.

And accelerated programs in...

Becoming a doctor

  • The BS-MD Program is an accelerated pathway for a small number of motivated, mature high school seniors who intend to pursue a career in medicine.
  • w88 slot complete the first three years of the required undergraduate curriculum, followed by the traditional four years of medical school. Approved majors in our College are Biochemistry, Molecular Biology and Nutritional Science.

Biotechnology

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Hydrology & Hydrogeology

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Join the Pack

If you can see yourself here, we're ready to welcome you home.

Student stories

First in the Pack Stories

Our College and University are dedicated to helping w88 slot transition to and succeed at our University. Our University's First in the Pack: A first-generation,TRIO Scholars and TRIO and TriO's McNair Scholars w88 slot help income-qualified w88 slot, first-generation w88 slot and/or w88 slot with disabilities to overcome cultural, academic, class and social barriers to success in higher education.

First-generation w88 slot are w88 slot whose parents or guardians haven't graduated from a four-year college or university.Check out Ana's, Christina's and Edward's stories to hear what first-generation w88 slot in our College are saying about their experiences here.

Anna Nunez Zepeda's story

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Ana '19(nutritional w88 slot) came to the U.S. when she was 13 years old.

"Arriving in the United States was a life-changing event," Ana said. "Not only did I have to learn a new language, I also had to assimilate into a new culture."

What motivated her in middle and high school and at the University was the opportunity to seek a better future.

"I chose to go to college because I knew education is the key for bigger opportunities," she said, "and coming from a big family with no academic background, I knew I had to be the one starting a new future for my family."

"My success pays off my parent's hard work and motivates everybody in the family to continue with our dreams because by working hard and being persistent dreams do come true."

Christina Igono's story

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Christina'21 Ph.D.(environmental w88 slot)is a current student in our College.

"Working on my major has further strengthened my belief that everything is possible in life," she said.

She was recognized recently at an international conference for her research.

"My involvement as a graduate research assistant has been a tremendous experience," she said. "The never-ending opportunity to learn and discover something new keeps me physically and psychologically active."

"I am focused on finishing my research projects, completing my Ph.D. and graduating. I believe my future is bright."

"In chasing your dreams, you only need one person to believe in you, and that person is you."

NevadaTeach, Agricultural w88 slot stories

I help w88 slot find their passion "Teaching ag is about helping w88 slot find their voice and their passion, as well as helping them become premier leaders in our community, and I can't wait to have a hand in making that happen!" -Ally Protani, senior agricultural science student
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I build outstanding leaders "As an ag teacher, it is my duty to show our w88 slot what outstanding leadership skills look like and to help them develop their own." -Melissa Jones, senior agricultural science student
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I believe in agriculture "I want to ensure our population knows where and how food is produced, and how we can use w88 slot. I believe in the future of agriculture, and I see it as my job to ensure that others do as well." -Noah Walls, senior agricultural w88 slot student
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I improve and grow agriculture "Being able to help others learn about how agriculture is in all aspects of our lives and how we are able to improve and grow agriculture is inspiring!" -Rosealee Rieman, senior agricultural w88 slot student

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Student opportunities

Student clubs and organizations

Getting involved in campus life is a terrific way to network, make connections and effect positive change in our College and University. If you don't see a club that meets your needs, we can help you start your own.

Have questions?

Don't see your question?

Our Student Center is here to help

Our College's Student Center provides a safe, comfortable and friendly environment that encourages learning beyond the classroom through community dialogue, cultural enrichment, social engagement and scholarship. Its experiences and services are designed to help you become a better scholar and a better human. These includeadvising and support;Wi-Fi, computers, printers and free printing; group study space; and more.

To help keep our campus community safe and well, the center is temporarily transitioning from face-to-face advising and support to virtual advising and support. But no matter how safety guidelines have us operating, our Student Center employees, experiences and services are here to support you! Please reach out with any questions, and please ask if you need anything.

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