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

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

Students using computers.

College of Education and Human Development hosts annual Nevada Math and Technology Camp

Camp inspires Nevada middle schoolers to explore STEM skills and careers

A group of high school participants in front of the William J. Raggio Building.

Washoe County high schoolers participate in Early Childhood Education Pathway Pre-Apprenticeship Program

Program aims to prepare the next generation of early childhood educators

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Impact

121 Active awards and grants
A P2I student and faculty member
$54M In active awards in grants
STEM classroom with teacher and students
84% Increase in the number of awards from 2021 to 2024
Two people looking at a compyter screen
Top 2 In research expenditures for a Western Land Grant
Teacher reading to students

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