I learned more than I expected I would in my first year at UNLV. Not just from the courses I took but also the events held on campus. The Professors all were enthusiastic about the subjects they taught and applied what they were teaching to everyday life. They are willing to talk one-on-one after class and help you out when needed. The classes vary in size, which was nice for the different types of learning environments. The events on campus are what pushed the envelope for my learning. Many of the ones I attended raised awareness for Homelessness, Racial Minorities, Women’s rights, Gay rights, Disabled, and other minorities.
Do you enjoy the experience at your school?
To be honest I wasn't expecting that much from going to UNLV. I thought I was just going to get my degree and to be done with it. Though, it ended up being something completely different. The campus seems to always have something to do between classes. From lying out on the grassy areas, sitting in the WHI building where there is this little waterfall, hanging out in the SU, or at the coffee bean. If you are wanting to get off campus there is the strip near by. As for activities on campus there a lot of clubs to get involved with and if you aren't looking to join a club, there are always events going on. Two of which I absolutely loved where Take Back the Night and Homelessness Week.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
For those students who are already living in the Las Vegas area UNLV is worth the price tag (And it is for those who aren't in the area). It is a bit more expensive than CSN or Nevada State but at the same time you are getting more out of UNLV. With a larger campus, faculty, classes, students, and social events. The cost is cut down by a lot if you are planning to not live on campus, which if you are looking to go out of state will dramatically increase how much you are paying. When it comes to the text books you can usually get by with finding used textbooks online. I've gotten by with borrowing books from friends who have already taken the class. And you can always find people who are looking to sell theirs for cheap.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
The thing I recommend most is being involved, but that would apply for any where you go. Take part in class and make friends. Having a friend in your class is helpful for when you miss a class or need someone to study with or get help with homework. Take part in events on campus. If you don't want to be in a club, there are always things you can attend. Also, make use of the gym! It's already paid for in your tuition. The gym practically has everything and they also offer a variety of classes to take.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
For students who want that in between. Where you can have small classes but also larger ones if wanted. Where the campus isn't small, but isn't to overwhelmingly large either. You can be apart of clubs and events, but you don't feel ostracized if you aren't. It's for students who don't want to pay a ridiculously amount of money for a good school that offers a lot.
I learned more than I expected I would in my first year at UNLV. Not just from the courses I took but also the events held on campus. The Professors all were enthusiastic about the subjects they taught and applied what they were teaching to everyday life. They are willing to talk one-on-one after class and help you out when needed. The classes vary in size, which was nice for the different types of learning environments. The events on campus are what pushed the envelope for my learning. Many of the ones I attended raised awareness for Homelessness, Racial Minorities, Women’s rights, Gay rights, Disabled, and other minorities.
To be honest I wasn't expecting that much from going to UNLV. I thought I was just going to get my degree and to be done with it. Though, it ended up being something completely different. The campus seems to always have something to do between classes. From lying out on the grassy areas, sitting in the WHI building where there is this little waterfall, hanging out in the SU, or at the coffee bean. If you are wanting to get off campus there is the strip near by. As for activities on campus there a lot of clubs to get involved with and if you aren't looking to join a club, there are always events going on. Two of which I absolutely loved where Take Back the Night and Homelessness Week.
For those students who are already living in the Las Vegas area UNLV is worth the price tag (And it is for those who aren't in the area). It is a bit more expensive than CSN or Nevada State but at the same time you are getting more out of UNLV. With a larger campus, faculty, classes, students, and social events. The cost is cut down by a lot if you are planning to not live on campus, which if you are looking to go out of state will dramatically increase how much you are paying. When it comes to the text books you can usually get by with finding used textbooks online. I've gotten by with borrowing books from friends who have already taken the class. And you can always find people who are looking to sell theirs for cheap.
The thing I recommend most is being involved, but that would apply for any where you go. Take part in class and make friends. Having a friend in your class is helpful for when you miss a class or need someone to study with or get help with homework. Take part in events on campus. If you don't want to be in a club, there are always things you can attend. Also, make use of the gym! It's already paid for in your tuition. The gym practically has everything and they also offer a variety of classes to take.
For students who want that in between. Where you can have small classes but also larger ones if wanted. Where the campus isn't small, but isn't to overwhelmingly large either. You can be apart of clubs and events, but you don't feel ostracized if you aren't. It's for students who don't want to pay a ridiculously amount of money for a good school that offers a lot.