Silver State Journal News
Western Nevada College schedules career exploration workshop for September 11
By Silver State Journal | Sep 6, 2025
Western Nevada College will hold a Career Exploration Workshop on Wednesday, Sept. 11, from 1 to 2:30 p.m. The event will take place in the Aspen Building and is open to both students and community members.
United Way announces tenth annual Day of Caring set for September
By Silver State Journal | Sep 6, 2025
United Way of Southern Nevada (UWSN) has announced its 10th Annual Day of Caring, scheduled for September 19, 2025.
CSN offers updated headshot sessions for employees this fall
By Silver State Journal | Sep 6, 2025
CSN employees will have the chance to update their professional headshots this fall.
Construction spending falls slightly in July amid labor shortages and tariff concerns
By Silver State Journal | Sep 2, 2025
Spending on construction projects in July fell by 0.1 percent compared to June, according to an analysis of government data released by the Associated General Contractors of America.
TMCC launches trail skills certificate with support from Greg Nelson Trust
By Silver State Journal | Sep 2, 2025
Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC) is set to introduce a new non-credit certification program focused on trail building and maintenance, supported by a $164,744 grant from the Greg Nelson Trust.
College of Southern Nevada opens new workforce training center on Historic Westside
By Silver State Journal | Sep 2, 2025
City and state officials gathered with representatives from the College of Southern Nevada (CSN) to mark the ribbon cutting of the new Workforce and Education Training Center (WETC) in the Historic Westside.
Nevada System of Higher Education outlines new steps to improve math education
By Silver State Journal | Sep 2, 2025
The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) has released a new report titled Next Steps Nevada, which focuses on improving math education to better prepare students for college, careers, and the workforce.
Saturn’s moon Titan observed during rare transit at Jack C. Davis Observatory
By Silver State Journal | Aug 31, 2025
Members of the Western Nevada Astronomical Society and Jack C. Davis Observatory (JCDO) Director Dr. Thomas Herring recently observed Titan, Saturn's largest moon, as it passed in front of the planet during a nighttime event at the observatory.
Western Nevada College launches new continuing education courses in artificial intelligence
By Silver State Journal | Aug 31, 2025
Western Nevada College’s Continuing Education program is introducing a set of courses focused on artificial intelligence.
College of Southern Nevada announces fall enrollment growth amid new campus initiatives
By Silver State Journal | Aug 29, 2025
The College of Southern Nevada (CSN) is beginning the new academic year with an increase in student enrollment and several campus initiatives.
Construction labor shortages drive project delays amid policy pressures
By Silver State Journal | Aug 28, 2025
A recent survey by the Associated General Contractors of America and NCCER found that workforce shortages are a primary cause of project delays in the construction industry.
TMCC Art Galleries launch four fall exhibitions featuring faculty and local artists
By Silver State Journal | Aug 28, 2025
This fall, Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC) Art Galleries will present four new exhibitions at the Dandini Campus.
Tahoe Regional Planning Agency approves Spooner Summit Mobility Hub project
By Silver State Journal | Aug 27, 2025
The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) Governing Board has approved the Spooner Summit Mobility Hub project, a major environmental improvement effort aimed at transforming the Nevada State Route 28 corridor.
Half of U.S. metros add construction jobs amid ongoing worker shortage concerns
By Silver State Journal | Aug 27, 2025
Just over half of U.S. metro areas saw an increase in construction jobs from July 2024 to July 2025, according to data analyzed by the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC).
Why road safety initiatives are crucial for College of Southern Nevada commuters
By Silver State Journal | Aug 25, 2025
Every semester, students, faculty, and staff at the College of Southern Nevada (CSN) commute to campus by various means, including cars, buses, bicycles, or on foot.
Truckee Meadows Community College launches new slogan and highlights fall activities
By Silver State Journal | Aug 25, 2025
Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC) has launched a new slogan, “Your Story Starts Here,” as part of its branding for the Fall Semester.
Nevada State University adopts comprehensive tobacco-free campus policy
By Silver State Journal | Aug 25, 2025
Nevada State University will implement a tobacco-free campus policy starting Monday, August 25, aligning with over 2,100 colleges and universities across the country, including the University of Nevada, Las Vegas and the University of Nevada, Reno.
United Way of Southern Nevada adds Vjollca Tarjan to board of directors
By Silver State Journal | Aug 23, 2025
United Way of Southern Nevada (UWSN) has announced the addition of Vjollca Tarjan, Market President for Enterprise Bank & Trust, to its Board of Directors.
Brenda Romero recognized as September 2025 AFA Employee of the Month at CSN
By Silver State Journal | Aug 23, 2025
Brenda Romero, Coordinator in the Office of Diversity and Multicultural Affairs at the College of Southern Nevada (CSN), has been named the September 2025 Administrative Faculty Assembly (AFA) Employee of the Month.
CSN student Alecia Lopez receives national workforce scholarship
By Silver State Journal | Aug 23, 2025
Alecia Lopez, a student at the College of Southern Nevada (CSN), has been named an inaugural 2025 Chime Workforce Scholar.