R. S. Lincoln News
TMCC Testing Center receives national proctor certification from NCTA
By R. S. Lincoln | Oct 20, 2025
Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC) announced that its Testing Center Proctoring Team has received national certification from the National College Testing Association (NCTA).
Western Nevada College hosts fall career fair connecting students with over 30 employers
By R. S. Lincoln | Oct 19, 2025
More than 30 employers attended Western Nevada College’s Fall Career Fair, held at the Link: the Community, Career & Employer Center in the Aspen Building on the Carson City campus.
Ken and Jill Wilkinson honored with 2024 Wayne E. Kirch Conservation Award
By R. S. Lincoln | Oct 17, 2025
Ken and Jill Wilkinson have been named the 2024 recipients of the Wayne E. Kirch Nevada Wildlife Conservation Award, an honor given to individuals or organizations for notable contributions to the conservation, management, or enhancement of...
Truckee Meadows Community College launches new diesel program certificates and expands industry partnerships
By R. S. Lincoln | Oct 16, 2025
Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC) has introduced three new stackable skills certificates in its Diesel Program this fall, expanding opportunities for students pursuing careers as diesel and heavy equipment technicians.
Lake Tahoe Community College opens new student dormitory as part of affordable housing effort
By R. S. Lincoln | Oct 15, 2025
A new 100-bed dormitory has opened at Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC), marking a significant step in addressing affordable housing needs for students in the Tahoe Basin.
Nevada DMV launches online tool for reporting unregistered vehicles
By R. S. Lincoln | Oct 15, 2025
The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has introduced a new online tool, the Nevada Registration Spotter report form, which allows residents to report vehicles operating on state roads with expired, invalid, or missing registration.
TMCC celebrates first graduates from bachelor’s radiologic technology program
By R. S. Lincoln | Oct 14, 2025
Fourteen students have graduated as the first cohort from Truckee Meadows Community College’s (TMCC) Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) in Radiologic Technology program.
College of Southern Nevada offers SAP info sessions for staff and faculty
By R. S. Lincoln | Oct 12, 2025
The College of Southern Nevada's Financial Aid team will host two online information sessions to explain Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) and its impact on student financial aid eligibility.
Truckee Meadows Community College highlights fall events and student support initiatives
By R. S. Lincoln | Oct 10, 2025
This fall, Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC) has hosted several events and initiatives aimed at supporting students and engaging the community.
WNC Foundation announces winners of annual Golf for Education tournament
By R. S. Lincoln | Oct 9, 2025
The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 401 team secured first place at the Western Nevada College Foundation’s 26th annual Golf for Education tournament, held at Toiyabe Golf Club.
CSN graduate Ashley Perez receives national dental assisting scholarship
By R. S. Lincoln | Oct 7, 2025
Ashley Perez, a 2024 graduate of the College of Southern Nevada's (CSN) dental assisting program, has been selected as one of ten recipients nationwide for the 2025 Liz Koch Memorial Scholarship.
Tahoe Regional Planning Agency announces end of grading season on October 15
By R. S. Lincoln | Oct 7, 2025
The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) has announced that the annual grading and digging season for permitted projects in the Lake Tahoe Basin will end on October 15.
TMCC Art Galleries launch four exhibitions highlighting regional artists
By R. S. Lincoln | Oct 6, 2025
Four new exhibitions featuring local and western U.S. artists will open at the Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC) Art Galleries from October 13 to November 6.
Nevada Promise Scholarship deadline set for October 31 at Western Nevada College
By R. S. Lincoln | Oct 6, 2025
The Nevada Promise Scholarship application deadline is approaching on October 31, with Western Nevada College (WNC) encouraging high school seniors and their parents to apply.
Nevada reports higher test scores and graduation rates for K-12 students
By R. S. Lincoln | Oct 2, 2025
Nevada’s Department of Education has reported improvements in student performance for the 2024-25 academic year.
Nevada DMV compliance enforcement division recognized at AAMVA 2025 awards
By R. S. Lincoln | Sep 30, 2025
The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) announced that its Compliance Enforcement Division (CED) has received several awards at the 2025 American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators (AAMVA) ceremony.
Two Nevada high school seniors receive national recognition as presidential scholars
By R. S. Lincoln | Sep 29, 2025
Two Nevada high school students have been recognized as 2025 U.S. Presidential Scholars by the U.S. Department of Education.
Preparedness month focuses on simple steps for home and campus safety
By R. S. Lincoln | Sep 27, 2025
As National Preparedness Month is observed in September, the University Organizational Resilience – Northern Command (UOR-NC) is encouraging individuals to take practical steps to improve their readiness for emergencies.
Dr. Stacy Klippenstein throws first pitch at Aviators game during Hispanic Heritage Month
By R. S. Lincoln | Sep 27, 2025
Dr. Stacy Klippenstein, President of the College of Southern Nevada (CSN), participated in a ceremonial first pitch at the Las Vegas Aviators' final game of the season, held at Las Vegas Ballpark as part of Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations.
College of Southern Nevada names Marlene Palacios October employee of the month
By R. S. Lincoln | Sep 26, 2025
Marlene Palacios has been named the October 2025 Employee of the Month by the Administrative Faculty Assembly (AFA) at the College of Southern Nevada.