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UNLV Division of Educational Outreach 
Paradise Campus 
UNLV Paradise Campus
851 East Tropicana
Las Vegas, NV 89119
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Introducing the New UNLV Sommelier Academy   Sommelier Academy    

Las Vegas is known for "unparalleled wine and food adventures." UNLV Continuing Education has built a reputation for great courses and instructors. The combined reputation has led to the creation of the UNLV Sommelier Academy, which is under the leadership of Heath Hiudt, a noted sommelier and dynamic educator. The Introductory Sommelier Program begins this summer and will prepare you to work in the food and beverage industry or help you grow in your wine knowledge as an enthusiast or collector. Click here to learn more.

 

Coming Soon: The Summer 2013 Continuing Education Catalog  
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April 15th means more than the tax deadline. It's also the day the Summer 2013 Continuing Education Catalog will be mailed to current students and select Las Vegas Valley residents. The catalog will include our popular certificate programs and courses and highlight exciting new offerings. In addition to the new sommelier curriculum, Continuing Education also presents new courses such as an introduction to the non-profit sector, using the WordPress content management system, and making a perfect pizza from scratch.
 
If you don't want to wait to get the catalog in the mail, you may access it online starting April 15 by visiting continuingeducation.unlv.edu. You may also call 702-895-3394 to request the catalog be mailed to you.
And the Survey Says...  HR Instructor with student
Continuing Education is committed to providing quality courses and instructors. Students are frequently surveyed to rate content and instruction. More than 800 students completed the fall 2012 evaluation.  
 
 
Scholarships Available for Re-Entry Students  UNLV Grad   

Money is often a barrier for adult learners wishing to complete their college degrees. Community2Campus administers several scholarships earmarked for students returning to college after an extended interruption.

 

The deadline to apply is April 12. Read on.

Don't Trash Nevada Raises Environmental Awareness with its Social Media Team  DTN Logo
Don't Trash Nevada is using social media to engage youth in environmental stewardship. Don't Trash Nevada is the outreach and advertising campaign of the Take Pride in America in Southern Nevada project, which is managed by the Public Lands Institute on behalf of the four federal land management agencies.
Be a Rebel
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The UNLV Alumni Association has created a new Affiliate Membership for individuals who have completed one or more continuing education or lifelong learning courses through the Division of Educational Outreach. This allows you to have more campus involvement and access to many benefits.

 

Some of the most rewarding benefits of an alumni association membership include the intangibles, such as networking. However, rewards also include a range of benefits from entertainment and dining discounts to insurance and travel deals.

 

Popular benefits include:

  • 20% off select continuing education courses
  • Career assistance
  • Invitations to special events both on and off campus

The cost for this Affiliate Membership is $50 for a single or $90 for a joint membership.

 

Won't you join us? http://edoutreach.unlv.edu/alumni

DEO Points of Pride 

Points of PrideWe welcome several new staff members to the Division of Educational Outreach. 

  • Norman Kunselman is Program Coordinator for professional development in the Office of Continuing Education. Norm comes to UNLV from the Twin Cities, where he was the adult community education coordinator for School District 191 in Burnsville, Minnesota.
  • Tiffany Brazier is Lead Supervisor for the Cannon Survey Center. A certified professional life coach, Tiffany is also pursuing a bachelor's degree at UNLV.
  • Michelle (Micki) Lutao, Joseph Matter, and Andrew Doran are student assistants in Continuing Education and Client & Division Services, respectively.
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