UNLV President Neal Smatresk outlined his vision for the university during his annual State of the University address on September 12, 2013. The address included a review of 2012–13 achievements, a discussion of priorities for the current academic year, and an introduction of UNLV's long-term plan to become a Tier 1 research university.

The address covered milestones in student enrollment, faculty research, and campus development, while setting the stage for UNLV's ambitious trajectory toward national research prominence.

The full address was made available online for students, faculty, alumni, and the broader community. The speech underscored the administration's commitment to elevating academic standards, expanding research funding, and strengthening the university's role in the region.

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