Student Alumni Association
The moment you enrolled at UNLV you became part of an elite community as an "Alumni in Training." Each course you take here, each experience you have, strengthens your reference point as a member of our academic and social environment — one is supported by a network that is more than 70,000 graduates strong. There are some unique opportunities for you to take advantage of, and involvement in the UNLV Student Alumni Association (SAA) is one of the most strategic ways for you to start building a bridge from campus life to the professional world.
Overview
Founded in 1991, SAA exists to help students get involved in their university in a meaningful way. It provides a link to traditions by combining opportunities for socialization, involvement in special events, and leadership development through a specialized curriculum for organization officers. Perhaps most importantly, SAA puts you in direct contact with influential and connected UNLV graduates who provide pointers on how to apply what you are learning in the classroom to the demanding needs of your future employers.
The SAA is open to all students at all levels with $15 annual membership dues. In addition to a variety of beneficial programs and events, you also automatically join your college chapter to connect with more alumni in your field of study. SAA functions as a bridge to the UNLV Alumni Association, an organization that represents the interests of more than 80,000 UNLV graduates.
Some key SAA events you may want to support include:
- Rebel Rock n' Race (PDF) – Welcome new members to SAA with food, music, prizes, and go-kart racing.
- Homecoming – Take an active role in organizing and staging events that unite students and alumni.
- Dinner with a Rebel – Enjoy dinner with alumni in your career field.
- Blood Drives – Give the gift of life and support the Las Vegas community by donating blood.
- Senior Send-Off – Help throw the biggest graduation party for all the seniors!
Benefits
Advantages of membership include:
- Membership Card
- UNLVAlmamaterProShop.com Discount
- 10% off UNLV merchandise at the UNLV Bookstore
- Applebee’s 10% discount
- 10% off meal ticket at Gordon Biersch Restaurant
- 25% discount to all Philharmonic Concerts
- Platinum Hotel & Spa discounts from 25-50%
- Discounted entrance to all home UNLV tailgates
- Insurance, Credit Cards, & Financial Services through Bank of America, Liberty Mutual, and more
- $100 off program costs for Kaplan Prep classes
- Finals week study lounge
- Admission to member-only events such as Dinner with a Rebel and Rebel Rock n’ Race
- Alumni E-Newsletter
- Subscription to UNLV Magazine
- Access to Experience
- InBusiness Magazine subscription discount
- Silver State Credit Union membership access
- Special AAA new membership discount
- 15% off Enterprise Rent-a-Car rentals in the Las Vegas area and 10% off nation-wide rentals
- 10% off the purchase of tires and $5 off oil changes at all Ted Wiens Tire & Auto locations
- Connection with your college alumni chapter
How to Get Involved
To become part of SAA, simply drop by the Richard Tam Alumni Center and pick up an application or e-mail us at saa@unlv.edu.
For more information, please contact SAA Advisor Ashlee Wiseman at 702-895-2378 or saa@unlv.edu.
