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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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University’s online degree programs ranked among the nation’s best

Five of Nevada’s online degree programs listed in the 2026 U.S. News Online Rankings

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Spotlighting the legacy of Black educators in Navajo Nation schools

Research traces the overlooked impact of desegregation-era policies

Dean Donald Easton-Brooks

Dean Donald Easton-Brooks appointed to editorial board of ‘The Urban Review’

Appointment recognizes Easton-Brooks’ commitment to advancing urban education research

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