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.

 

ASUN Bookstore

The ASUN Bookstore is owned and operated solely by the ASUN. The bookstore stocks all required and supplemental textbooks, as well as some 12,000 titles in general books. School supplies, stationery, emblematic clothing and gifts, calculators, computers, graduation attire, and snack foods are available. The Computer Den, fax services, and special ordering for books are also available.

You may pay for any purchase using personal checks with a valid student ID or all major credit cards. A full refund is offered on all textbooks within the first two weeks of each semester, provided books are in new condition and are accompanied with a receipt. Book Buy Back for used textbooks is held during finals week each semester.

The bookstore is located in the Joe Crowley Student Union. Please call 784-6597 for current store hours or for general information. For additional information please check the ASUN Bookstore website at asunbookstore.com.

 

Clubs and Organizations

There are over 180 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 VP for 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.

 

Campus Escort Service

The mission of the Campus Escort Service is to provide safe, efficient, courteous, and reliable escorts for the University of Nevada, Reno students, staff, faculty, and visitors to their vehicles, residence, or any facility on campus or within a two mile radius from the perimeter of the University campus.

Our objective is to provide a safe transportation alternative to people on campus after normal business hours and to maintain a safe campus.

We offer rides to any location on campus, as well as to the immediate vicinity so long as the University is the start or end of your journey.

Escort Service Phone: (775) 742-6808

 

 

Inkblot Promotions

The Publicity department serves as the primary publicity unit for ASUN. The department works to promote the programs, services, issues, opportunities and images of the ASUN to the entire campus and surrounding community.

Inkblot Promotions secondary mission to serve ASUN clubs and organizations. Contact their office for assistance in marketing your upcoming event. Be sure and plan out an appropriate timeline.  Call the current Creative Director at 784-6589.

 

 

Intramurals

The Intramural Program offers students many fun and inexpensive sport activities. Play team sports like flag football, volleyball, soccer, and basketball, or enjoy individual sports like swimming, tennis, or cross-country. Sponsored by the Associate Students of the University of Nevada (ASUN), intramural play in men’s, women’s, and co-ed divisions is available both fall and spring semesters

Team sports include :

Fall Sports

            Leagues

Football, 6-on-6 Indoor Soccer, 11 Side Outdoor Soccer, Volleyball, 3-on-3 Basketball

            Tournaments & Special Events

Tennis, Ultimate Frisbee, Wolf Trot 5K, Ping Pong, Rock Climbing, Swimming

Spring Sports

            Leagues

Basketball, Softball, 6-on-6 Outdoor Soccer, Air-It-Out Football

            Tournaments & Special Events

Billiards, Bowling, 4-on-4 Indoor Soccer, Golf, Track and Field, Grass Volleyball

Call 775-784-1225, ext. 247 for sign-up deadlines, fees and play dates

For more information about intramural sports or to pick up additional official entry forms, visit the Campus Recreation Office located on the first floor of the Lombardi Recreation Building. Or call 775-784-1225, ext. 247 from 3:00pm to 7:00pm weekdays.

 

 

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. 

ASUN Notary Public Service: 

This Service is available free to undergraduate students in the need of a notarized signature.

For more information on any of the services contact the ASUN Legal Services Director at legal@asun.unr.edu or call 784-6132.

 

 

New York Times Program

The New York Times Knowledge Network is a program jointly sponsored by The New York Times and the University of Nevada, Reno (Office of the Provost and ASUN). It intends to keep the campus community informed about current events and instill a habit of reading newspapers in college students.

Each morning, 1,000 copies of The New York Times’ national edition is delivered to the University and then distributed by student workers to 16 locations on campus. Make sure to pick up your FREE copy today. The program is managed by ASUN.

In addition to copies of newspapers, The New York Times has committed to bringing one of its prominent writers or editors to campus each semester for a speaking event.

 

 

 

Other ASUN Resources for on campus events

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

 

Sound, Stage & Light Services

The Associated Students of the University of Nevada (ASUN) provides sound, stage & light equipment services for all ASUN and its Clubs & Organization events on campus.  Services include Sound, Stage & Light Technicians setting up sound and/or light equipment for events such as barbecues, dances, bands, charity events, etc.  Sound requests can be found in the ASUN Clubs & Organizations work room inside the Clubs & Organizations Workroom inside the Jot Travis Student Union and online on the forms page.

For more information contact the Sound Director at sounddirector@asun.unr.edu

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.

 

The Nevada Sagebrush (Newspaper)

For over 100 years the Nevada Sagebrush, the official campus newspaper for the University of Nevada, Reno, has been informing the university community about all aspects of campus life. The Sagebrush has won numerous awards for content and design including Best of Show at the 2005 National Newspaper Convention in San Francisco. The articles and photographs published in the paper are integral to informing the student body. If you are interested in writing for the Sagebrush contact the current editor at 784-4033 or editor@nevadasagebrush.com.

For advertising please call (775) 784-7773

 

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

 

Scholarships

ASUN gives out over $20,000.00 in scholarships every year through its seven scholarships. Applications are available at the JTSU Information 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