College of Science

Meet the Dean of the College of Science

Watch a recent interview with the Dean on the College's YouTube site.

A Word from Jeff Thompson

Discover Science Lecture Series

Nat'l Geo WILD & University researcher & Discover Science Lecture Series speaker.

Zeb Hogan's Monster Fish talk

Meet our best & brightest students

Watch our "Opportunities" video on the College's YouTube site.

Student testimonials speak volumes.

Talking Science Podcast

Listen to the College's recent interview with Chemistry professor, Vince Catalano.

Talking Science: Vince Catalano

Ours is one of the highest-tech buildings on campus.

Science students have access to leading-edge equipment in the Davidson Math and Science Building.

Davidson Mathematics and Science Center

Women in Science & Engineering

WiSE: building community among women who are pursuing degrees in science, math, and engineering.

Apply today

The Mackay School

Learn about the College of Science's Mackay School of Earth Sciences & Engineering.

Visit Mackay

College of Science Researchers
Mobilize for Nepal

A professor and two University graduate students conducted research in Kathmandu to
analyze the fault zone that caused the April 2015 disaster.
Read about their journey

Science is a natural choice for all students

Since the University of Nevada classes opened in 1874, science has played a leading role in the growth of the University.

Upon its inception and through its various incarnations, the College of Science at the University of Nevada, Reno has had one basic task: to provide the quality of education and scientific leadership necessary to achieve the highest level of academic excellence.