Government Relations and Community Engagement

Working with local, state and federal government to better the quality of life for Nevadans and beyond.

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A video montage of University of Nevada, Reno at the Nevada Legislature, including the President holding discussions with faculty, staff and community members, making a speech, talking with students, and an after session celebration with the University of Nevada, Reno band playing.

Nevada Governor visits the University

Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo visited the University of Nevada, Reno on Feb. 2. During his visit, he met with University President Brian Sandoval, Executive Vice President and Provost Jeff Thompson, University faculty and students, and toured the campus.

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The Office of Government and Community Engagement’s mission is at the core of the mission of the University of Nevada, Reno — that is, to serve the people of our region and our state through interactions of impact helping to shape a bright and exciting future for all Nevadans.

Brian Sandoval

President, University of Nevada, Reno

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