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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New study sheds light on how parents foster self-determination in children with congenital deafblindness

Researchers reveal critical role of family support, communication and adaptability in promoting independence among individuals with complex disabilities

P2I graduates pose in front of the graduation stage.

Path to Independence (P2I) celebrates 10th graduating class at University of Nevada, Reno

P2I program honors eight students for completing two years of academic, vocational and independent living training

A group of 15 of the conference organizers, holding wolf pack hand signs.

NevadaTeach program cohosts annual UTeach STEM Educators Conference

The conference hosted STEM educators, students and alumni from across the country

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Impact

121 Active awards and grants
A P2I student and faculty member
$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