UNLV Student Union

Not in class, library, or gym? Then I’m probably here.
I do really like how our Student Union is very up-​to-​date as it’s fairly new compared to some other school. It’s 5 stories of fast food, Ballrooms/​Meeting Rooms, computer lab, gaming rooms, nap rooms, Sorce room (craft room), and just a place for students to hang out!
They continue to add new things each year, which is awesome. The only downside is that it does get super crowded throughout the day, so it mightve helped if the space was bigger, at least for the first floor.

So I am not a student, and had to be on campus the other day. I called the parking office ahead of time, to inquire about guest parking. Aspen was incredibly helpful and I thought we had found a solution for my parking needs. She suggested I park in the metered lot just to the right of the Student Union. I believe you could park there up to 8 – 12 hours, while the lot right in front was just for 2 hrs. I wouldn’t be able to run down to the lot every two hours so it seemed like the best solution. However, once I actually got to the campus, the majority of spaces in that lot, had been reserved, not allowing us all to park in that lot. The student on duty was nice, but couldn’t really do anything about it. What was the point of being pro-​active, and wasting my time calling ahead to do the right thing? Incredibly frustrated, I called back to the parking office afterwards, and spoke with Allison, a manager. She apologized for my inconvenience, but said there was nothing she could do as well. I should just park in another lot. Not knowing the campus too well, that was not an option. Lesson learned, do not have non student business again at UNLV.

The facility itself is amazing! All the state of the art equipment. However, the management staff are complete A holes, I don’t want to name names cause I don’t want jobs to get lost but the ladies there are rude and obnoxious. I’ve never felt so disrespected in my life

When I first walked through the UNLV Student Union, I was blown away. To be fair, it was the only ‘real’ student union I’d ever set eyes on. It was a masterpiece compared to what CSN offered. Over time as a student here, the SU has definitely lost its fleeting sense of grandeur for me. Now, I view the SU in purely practical terms — it’s where I can get something to eat or attend student organization meetings.
The first floor is where all the action is. As far as food options go, there’s Taco Bell, Subway, Panda Express, Metro Pizza, Starbucks, Jamba Juice, the P.O.D. (aka 7 – 11) a sushi place I can’t remember the name of, and a newly opened frozen yogurt shop (Yumz?). Finding a place to sit can be challenging, especially during the lunch hour over the Spring and Fall semesters. A game room (not free) and a U.S. Bank are also on the first floor. You get your Rebel card in the office right next to the bank.
Second floor is a little less crowded than the first, but usually steadily busy. All the meeting rooms and ball rooms are located here. You can find the Computer Lab here.
Third floor is a secret and no one ever goes up there. It’s pretty dead and houses student government offices, student union event services, and the SORCE room. SORCE is a gem for student organizations because it’s filled with craft supplies for all your poster making dreams. Computers are available for printing. Totally free too. All you have to do is show your Rebel card and tell ‘em which org. you belong to.
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One of my favorite spots to do just about anything really.
They have computer labs, ball rooms, meeting rooms, a study room, gaming rooms, nap room (yeah seriously it’s dimmed in there), a SORCE room (for student org use; having all sorts of material for banner-​making or any type of crafty thing you wanna make for your organization, restrooms (of course), brita water filter stations, a mini theater, the rebel id place, atm’s, and all sorts of fast food places including Yumz, Panda Express, Subway, Metro Pizza, Greens to Go, Jamba Juice, Starbucks and a sushi place that I keep forgetting the name of.
OMG sorry for the lengthy run-​on sentence, but I just had to include what I could! Anyway, this place is great for hanging out, grabbing a bite, studying, being crafty, and whatever you can do with all the resources they provide. It’s literally 3 floors of everything you need as a student to survive college while having fun.
My favorite thing about this place is probably the SORCE room because I love doing artsy things, or even being surrounded by it just makes my day better. I’m also in love with the fact that you’ll go in coincidently bumping into at least 2 – 3 people you know and having a quick convo of catch-​up here and there.
My least favorite part of it is when it’s so jam packed during rush hour or student org showcase days and having to wait in line is a total drag when you’re hungry. But it’s okay I just don’t go during rush hour. :)
If you’re a UNLV student and haven’t been here, please come out of your rock and take advantage of the facility!

The UNLV Student Union is a great place to eat and unwind after classes. I love how UNLV gets all these popular fast food restaurants like Panda Express, Subway, and more in the campus. The line is usually long during lunch, but it’s a great place to eat and drink here.

Its your basic student union. The food choices are OK and the service is semi lack luster.
Every time I get the Panda Express from the SU… It kills my stomach! Beware! lol
Outside of that I haven’t had any negative experiences. Their lack of food choices is their real downfall.
Enjoy

I love the su. This place is like home for me. College was never really something I had enjoyed until I met soo many wonderful people at the student union.

The student union is a great hub. It has a lot to offer for students and anyone who is visiting on campus. There are lots of food choices (Taco Bell, greens to go, Panda Express, that sushi place, metro pizza) along with the POD that is your on-​campus convenience store. There’s Jamba Juice, so you get your delicious fruity needs, and now a frozen yogurt place.
With a computer lab upstairs and lots of chairs/​sofas everywhere, the SU offers itself as a place you can study at. The second floor has a more quiet atmosphere whereas downstairs is quite busy and active.
Downside… I wish this place had more breakfast options.
Protip: add money to your rebel ID for a slightly cheaper purchase. Using your rebel ID means no taxation on your bill :)

I avoid the Student Union around lunchtime because it’s madness! Villa Pizza, Subway, Panda Express, Starbucks, froyo, sushi and other food options are here but I would rather drive a few miles away to avoid the crowd. It is a nice option to have on campus though especially if you live at the dorms and don’t feel like driving.
The only times I’ve been here were to: get my Rebel card, meet people from my student organization and grab tea in the morning. They have ATM’s, vending machines, benches outside, couches inside and a quiet area upstairs.
The parking right in front of the building is metered for up to 2hr increments. It’s close to WRI, BEH, bookstore and Greenspun.

Newton studies here,
Newton eats here,
Newton fills up his water bottle here,
Newton drinks good Starbucks here,
Newton have Panda Express and Metro Pizza here,

I recently held a meeting for an organization I am affiliated with at UNLV’s Student Union. I had an extremely positive experience both in booking the conference room and hosting the meeting with UNLV.
I worked with Suzie and Lonnie in actually booking the room. Both were always very pleasant, informative, and helpful in selecting the best room for our event and equipping our room with everything we would need to have a successful event.
While I did not venture far into the campus, the Student Union itself is great. While we did not cater food, the Student Union has an array of fast food/​dining options on the floor level for your guests to choose from. There is also other restaurants and coffee spots across the street.
Our conference room was set up perfectly and was very comfy. I believe that all of us had a very positive experience throughout the meeting. I would highly recommend this place!

Library is closed. Happy Fathers Day! Still have to study for summer midterm tomorrow. So this is a good place to study.

Well, it’s the college student union – pretty much a place where students can sit back and relax.
Now I don’t know how other college students are like since I’ve never set foot in an out-​of-​state campus before, but according to my UNC Charlotte friend, he tells me that his university’s student union is similar to ours but just more circular in the architecture.
The choices for food are decent; you have Panda Express, Subway, and Taco Bell which may pass for ‘healthy foods’. Then there’s Metro Pizza, which is a little overpriced for pizza but they are tasty.
For those staying behind to do some last-​minute studying or trying to get through the next class at ass-​hours in the morning, there is a Starbucks as well to serve your caffeine needs.
Unlike the other reviews on here, I find the addition of the Game room to be satisfying. You can come here to play table tennis, or chill with the UNLV Game Club every Friday (I may be biased since I’m part of the club, but their addition of video games, board games and party games is amazing as well as the people you meet).
There is also a theatre here, but I hardly visit it. You can catch a show every now and then.
The second levels seem mainly reserved for other club meetings, which makes it convenient since it’s near all the food establishments. Sometimes, people would nap in these rooms, although the background music that blares on the speakers makes it hard for one to pass out.
There used to be a coupon booth on the first floor where you can get discounts on the food, but sadly it is no longer there.

Overall this place needs more seating.
This place is more than just a food stop though. On the first floor they have a game room, very lackluster but if you’re easily entertained with ping pong you should be fine. Furthermore, on the second floor they have a student lounge, a computer lab, and many meeting rooms of which you can reserve.
The busiest time here is lunch. The union is equipped with a jamba juice, starbucks, metro pizza, subway, panda express, taco bell, and a new sushi place. So they do have a nice variety.
Seriously though, if this place was bigger I’d bump it up to four stars. I don’t mind this place being loud, but I do mind if I can’t eat my food without being bumped into every second.
Pro tip: Microwave & free scantron at the front desk. Oh and tax free if you use your rebelcard. So load that baby up with $$.

BUSYBUSYBUSYBUSY.
It’s a very nice, huge building but when it’s packed, it turns into a terror house. I don’t understand. Don’t people have other places to go? I’m from University of Nevada, Reno and the student union there plus the Knowledge Center (library) were two big buildings where students can hang out and there was never really an instance where I felt it was extremely crowded and too busy. But this student union here at UNLV is CRAZY busy.
I like the food choices here, pretty good variety. Spacious but that definitely changes during peak hours, which I feel like is 90% of the time. LOL.

I used to frequent this place a couple years ago when I was a freshman stuck with long gaps between classes. The first time I visited, I felt like I was at a mall food court on Black Friday. Yeah… it’s that busy. But if you have a couple hours to kill, it’s not too bad. There’s plenty of food options: Metro Pizza, Subway, Taco Bell, some sushi place, Panda Express, Starbucks, Jamba Juice, and a convenience store. The lines are long during lunch time, so I don’t advise people to come here during the 15 minute passing period for a quick bite. Even though it’s packed on the daily, I haven’t had trouble finding a table to lounge around.
2 things that make this place superior to the library are MICROWAVES and NAP TIME. I’ve been guilty of falling asleep on the couches at the SU, and guess what-​nobody bothers me. At the library, close your eyes and here comes a security guard tapping your shoulder telling you to wake up.
Tip: Get free scantrons at the front desk

I feel very wrong writing this review, but having been in the Student Union a handful of times now I felt I should go ahead and write one up. The reason I feel so very, very wrong writing this is because I am an alumni of the University of Nevada, Reno. I KNOW. I am treading in very bad territory here.
The student union at UNLV sits nicely center and to the front of campus. It is close to the bookstore and is situated near a large outside area which is often used for events of all kinds. My last time being here I was attending a Walk for Autism which was using the square outside area to set up booths, play music, and be the starting point for the walk.
Inside the student union has multiple places for students to come together to meet, study, hang out, etc. The interior is newer in design and houses a Starbucks, Metro Pizza, a Panda Express, and other eateries. I have never gotten any of the food here though.
From an outsider’s prospective (and not a student) the Union is a decent place. Of course I cannot comment on services for students, or what it is like when classes are in full swing. However, from my position as a post-​grad and just a normal old adult of the world I think it is a pretty good place.

Stay in school.
OK…Yes…the Student Union is noisy but… it’s meant to be.
If you want somewhere quiet… Please walk your butt over to the library.
I think the UNLV Student Union is great. The first floor is set up very much like a food court with popular choices like Panda Express, Jamba Juice, Metro Pizza, and etc. The lines can get pretty long at peak lunch hour but that is expected when there are so many students that congregate here. There is also a Starbucks that get’s insanely busy at all times. There is a game room with a pool table and your typical arcade games.
The second floor is quieter and is where you would want to go to get some before class studying done. There are couches, study rooms, and a computer lab available for students to use.

I enjoy spending time at the student union. A nice lively area where students can grab a bite, drink, bank, or simply shoot the sh*t with friends. They even have new water stations built in to quench that healthy thirst.
Everything is expensive and overpriced. Which makes no sense because half the students there a broke, so what gives? I dunno, but I suppose it doesn’t matter bcuz it’s always packed and you have a bunch of hungry college students wondering around.
Computer lab and conference rooms on second floor. Game room, seating, info desk, juice bar, mini grocery mart, and Starbucks all available. Sort of the one stop shop on campus :)