by Sarah Jane Udall
sarah.jane.udall@university-of-phoenix-online.net
University-of-phoenix-online.net Columnist

Nowhere else in the world can you find a city like Las Vegas. With its larger-than-life attractions and growing opportunities, Las Vegas is an ideal place to live and attend school.

A Thriving City

The Las Vegas valley in Nevada has recently become one of the fastest growing areas in the United States. Its climate, economy, employment and educational opportunities, and its many modern amenities, have been some of the contributing factors of Las Vegas’ rapid growth.

Las Vegas is also one of the most exciting and entertaining cities in the world, and it is continually re-inventing itself. There are not many cities where you will find all the amenities that Las Vegas has to offer, such as fine dining, live entertainment, fabulous shopping, an all-night-long nightlife, engaging museums, and world-renowned attractions.

Quality of Life

Even with its rapid growth, Las Vegas and its surrounding areas, continue to provide accessible, quality services to all its residents, and to enhance its residents’ quality of life while remaining one of the world’s premier destinations. Everything that you would expect from a world-class metropolis you will find right in Las Vegas, including a number of acclaimed educational institutions with modern campuses, and hundreds of degree programs, making Las Vegas a great place to live and attend school.

Outdoor Attractions

When you’re not studying, Las Vegas’ surrounding area also boasts appealing attractions such as great outdoor recreation including boating, fishing, biking, and skiing; as well as the famous Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, and thousands of casinos. Because of the area’s contrast of isolated wilderness and busy casinos, Las Vegas has become a place where students attending Las Vegas schools can enjoy the beauty and tranquility of nature as well as relish in some worldly pleasures.

About the Author

Sarah Jane Udall is a freelance writer currently living in New York City. Her previous experience includes working for Global Village Communications in Washington, D.C., and in the Creative and Development departments of VH1 and MTV networks as a production assistant and copywriter, as well as doing script revision, press releases, and writing for an online newspaper. Sarah Jane holds a B.S. in Political Science and English Literature from the University of Utah.