Land Acknowledgement
We acknowledge that the University of Nevada, Reno is situated on the traditional homelands of the Numu (Northern Paiute), Wašiw (Washoe), Newe (Western Shoshone), Nuwu (Southern Paiute) peoples. These lands continue to be a gathering place for Indigenous Peoples and we recognize their deep connections to these places. We extend our appreciation for the opportunity to live and learn on their territory.
Juneteenth
June 19th
Freedom Day. Emancipation Day. Jubilee Day. A day to celebrate the end of slavery in the US. Learn more about America's newest federal holiday.
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Meet the JEDI Committee
2020-2021
Valentina Alaasam, Stephanie Coronado, Cas Carroll, Lydia Doan, Akhila Gopal, Anjana Parandhaman, Laura Shriver, and Saw Sudta.
Faculty Diversity Statement
Student Committee Actions
News Highlights
Local Events: Group/Round Table Discussion February 2022
A Group/Round Table Discussion on Black History Month, Tuesday February 22, 2022 from 3 PM- 4:20 PM at Washoe County Public Library, 301 Center St., Reno, Nevada, 89501. Invited guest speakers and participants from Guatemala, Belize, Jamaica, Panama, Trinidad and Tobago, and Reno, NV. Hosted by Urban Riddimz and the Latin Caribbean American Heritage Foundation of Nevada and the Taste of Latin America and The Caribbean.
Gender-Inclusive Restroom Locations 2021
UNR now provides a list and map of all gender-inclusive restrooms on campus. In Fleischmann Agriculture and Life Science, the gender-inclusive bathroom is located on third floor inside the Museum of Natural History, #R303 (available during museum open hours only, usually M-F 9 AM-5 PM)
Academics for Black Survival and Wellness - Available Online, Anytime
Check out the Academics for Black Survival and Wellness website for Anti-Racism resources and Black survival and wellness resources.