Research & Engagement

The College of Education and Human Development is ranked among the top 10 in research expenditures among colleges in the Western United States. We have more than $54 million in current and ongoing grants and contracts. Pushing the boundaries of education, counseling, and human development research, our College has provided the community with world-class research since its inception.

College News

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NevadaTeach commemorates 10 years of preparing the next generation of STEM educators

Celebration showcases the program’s contributions to Nevada schools and communities

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National Science Foundation-funded project aims to address rural STEM teacher shortages across Nevada

Robert Noyce Teacher Scholarship Program helps build a pipeline of educators for rural Nevada

Nevada MTSS State Leaders gather for a photo at the University of Nevada, Reno (From left to right) Lesley Gomez, Kaci Fleetwood, Lauren Brown, Ashley Greenwald and Megan Szeto

$6 Million award strengthens Nevada Multi-Tiered System of Supports

Program improves students’ achievement, attendance and behavioral challenges

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Impact

121 Active awards and grants
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$54M In active awards in grants
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84% Increase in the number of awards from 2021 to 2024
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Top 2 In research expenditures for a Western Land Grant
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Research Centers

STEM Research
Raggio Center for Advancement in (STEM)2
Early Childhood Research
Child & Family Research Center
Literacy Research
Center for Learning & Literacy
Disability Research
Nevada Center for Excellence in Disabilities

Engagement & Initiatives

Dean's Future Scholars (DFS)
Nevada Dual Sensory Impairment Project
Rural Education Initiative
Lemelson Foundation Elementary Education Math & Science Master's Cohort
Nevada Math Project: An Innovative STEM Initiative
Northern Nevada Math and Technology Camp