ASUN Programs & Services

What is ASUN?

As your undergraduate student government, the Associated Students of the University of Nevada (ASUN) is an integral part of the university community. ASUN is recognized by the University President and the Nevada System of Higher Education and its Board of Regents and provides many activities, events, services and a voice for students. For example, ASUN uses the profits from the ASUN Bookstore to offer more than $20,000 annually in scholarship monies, buy equipment for student use, and improve student facilities. All undergraduates who are enrolled in at least one credit hour at Nevada are automatically members of ASUN and are eligible to attend events and/or use services.

The ASUN Student Government is comprised of three branches - legislative, executive and judicial. Elected or appointed undergraduate students fill all positions. Elections are held each March for elected positions and appointments are made on an on-going basis throughout the year.

ASUN also has many programs and services that give back to the student body.   Student Activities administers these programs with direction from the student government within University and Nevada System of Higher Education policy and procedure.

For more information on any of the areas of student government mentioned, please visit our website at www.asun.unr.edu, call 784-6589, or visit our offices in the Joe Crowley Student Union, 3rd Floor.

Clubs and Organizations

There are over 220 recognized clubs and organizations here at the University. Student organizations play an important role in the success of students here on the campus. ASUN encourages you to check out the list below and get involved in at least one club this year.

Can’t find one you like? Any group of ten or more participants enrolled in seven (7) or more undergraduate credit hours may petition for ASUN recognition, which allows an organization to use campus facilities, get funding and establish an activities program. For more information call the Direcgtor of Clubs and Organizations at 784-6589 or email them at directorco@asun.unr.edu

For more information on joining a club or organization or to find out more information on a certain club please check out www.asun.unr.edu/club and email the current club president.

Legal Information and Referral Service

Undergraduate students have FREE access to legal information and referrals on most civil and criminal matters. The service is staffed by the ASUN Director of Legal Services (on campus) and a local attorney (off campus). In order to get legal information students must schedule an appointment with the Director of Legal Services. ASUN Legal Services may not give legal advice. Only a licensed attorney may give legal advice or draft legal documents. ASUN Legal Services is limited to activities of an informational nature only, and any request exceeding this limitation will be referred to appropriate legal counsel.

 In most cases, the results of this process are a better understanding of the legal problem, some preliminary legal advice, and a referral to a local attorney who handles cases in the necessary legal area. Whenever possible, referrals are made to attorneys who have agreed to offer reduced and/or waived fees to UNR students who are referred by ASUN Legal Services. 

Other ASUN  Resources for on campus events:

• Popcorn Machine
• Cotton Candy Machine
• BBQ Grilling Set
• Fencing
• Tents
• Ice Chests
• Equipment Dollies

If you would like to use these resource fill out the request form.

Publications

Insight (Magazine)

Insight Magazine is the newest magazine at the University of Nevada, Reno. It is produced solely by students who attend the university and is supported through the Associated Students of the University of Nevada, Reno.

If you are interested in helping produce this publication, please contact the editor at 784-7775.

Brushfire (Lit. & Art Mag.)

The Brushfire is the official literary and arts magazine of the University of Nevada, Reno. It serves as an open forum for the imaginative and original, an outlet for creative expression, whether it be through prose, poetry, painting, photography, or any other art that could conceivably be expressed in a printed medium. There are no limits. The Brushfire accepts submissions from everyone.

If you are interested in submitting your work, or in helping produce the annual publication, please contact the editor at 784-6131.

Wolf Pack Radio (1700AM)

Wolf Pack Radio is the only official undergraduate radio station for the University of Nevada, Reno. Initiated in 1999 by a group of student radio entrepreneurs, Wolf Pack Radio is gaining steam on the university scene. The first of its kind in the entire state of Nevada, Wolf Pack Radio is an entirely student run station simulcasting via the internet at www.wolfpackradio.org and on the AM dial. In an ongoing pursuit of reaching more students, Wolfpack Radio is pioneering the way for this independent radio station to move from AM to FM. If you are interested in helping out with the production of Wolfpack Radio please contact the current manager at 784-7073.

 

ASUN Advertising

This service provides sales of advertising and sponsorship for all ASUN publications for more information contact the Advertising Manager at advertisingmgr@asun.unr.edu or 784-7773.  For pricing and information visit http://www.adnevada.org/

Scholarships

ASUN gives out over $20,000.00 in scholarships every year through its seven scholarships. Applications are available at the ASUN/Student Activities Center Feb. 1st of each year. Apply online at www.asun.unr.edu or Contact ASUN at 784-6589 for more information.

What’s available?

• ASUN John Wright International Incentive Award
• Three $500 scholarships awarded
• Recognizes GPA and class standing, promotion of foreign cultures at the University or an interest in international affairs.
• Requirements:  2.5 cumulative UNR GPA, enrolled in 12 credits or more, undergraduate status.
• ASUN Paul Quinlan Memorial Scholarship
• Five $1000 scholarships awarded
• Recognizes unselfish active involvement on the university campus and in the community as a whole.
• Requirements: 2.5 cumulative UNR GPA, enrolled in 9 credits or more, undergraduate status.

• General Student Scholarship
• Five $1000 scholarship awarded
• Based primarily on need, GPA and involvement are secondary considerations.
• Requirements: 2.5 cumulative UNR GPA, enrolled in 12 credits or more, undergraduate status.
• Nontraditional Scholarship
• Three $1000 scholarships awarded
• Recognizes students 25 years or older, based primarily on need
• Requirements: 2.5 cumulative UNR GPA, enrolled in 12 credits or more, undergraduate status

• Daycare Scholarship
• Three $1000 scholarships awarded
• Recognizes a need for daycare financial support
• Requirements: 2.5 cumulative UNR GPA, enrolled in 12 credits or more, undergraduate status
• Part-time Scholarship
• Two $500 scholarships awarded
• Based primarily on need. GPA and involvement are secondary considerations.
• Requirements:2.5 cumulative UNR GPA, enrolled in 7-11 credits and no more than 11 credits,  undergraduate status

• Student with Disability
• Two $1000 scholarships awarded
• Recognizes students with a disability and a financial need
• Requirements: 2.5 cumulative UNR GPA, enrolled in 6 credits or more, undergraduate status.

• Mike Hendi Public Service Award
• One $1000 scholarship Awarded
• Based on applicant’s promotion of community spirit and public service, and quest to make the university a safer learning environment.
• Requirements:  2.5 cumulative UNR GPA, enrolled in 12 credits or more, undergraduate status.
• Tom Davies Scholarship
• Based primarily on need, GPA and involvement are secondary considerations.
• Requirements: 2.5 cumulative UNR GPA, enrolled in 12 credits or more, undergraduate status.

 

N.Edd and Nena Miller ASUN Leadership Award