Student-athletes at the University of Nevada are graduating at a record-high rate of 81 percent, according to the NCAA’s Graduation Success Rate report. The record  shows a two-point rise from last year’s score of 79 percent. Athletics director Doug Knuth says our student-athletes strive for excellence in competition and in the classroom, and we are proud of their successes, achievements and accolades. Knuth adds, coaches and staff maintain a focus on academic achievement by our student-athletes and will continue to do so.