Silver State Journal News
Math specialist Emma Falkenthal honored as July AFA Employee of the Month
By Silver State Journal | Jul 26, 2025
Emma Falkenthal has been named the July 2025 AFA Employee of the Month.
Western Academic Leadership Academy selects new cohort for leadership development
By Silver State Journal | Jul 26, 2025
The Western Academic Leadership Academy has announced its 10th cohort of chief academic officers, marking a decade of fostering leadership in higher education.
Tina Russom appointed as new general counsel for College of Southern Nevada
By Silver State Journal | Jul 26, 2025
I’m pleased to announce that Tina Russom has accepted the position of CSN General Counsel.
Csn featured in national photo library project showcasing community colleges
By Silver State Journal | Jul 26, 2025
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Construction industry braces for cost impact as tariffs set to rise
By Silver State Journal | Jul 26, 2025
The Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) has reported a 0.2 percent increase in the producer price index for materials and services used in nonresidential construction for June, with a year-over-year rise of 2.3 percent, marking the...
Nevada State University's president to lead national community college association
By Silver State Journal | Jul 26, 2025
Nevada State University President Dr. DeRionne Pollard will step down from her role on September 5, 2025, to become the President of the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC).
Nevada AG joins states urging preservation of humanitarian parole for over half a million immigrants
By Silver State Journal | Jul 26, 2025
Nevada Attorney General Aaron D. Ford announced his participation in a coalition of 17 state attorneys general who have filed an amicus brief with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit.
Attorney General Ford announces $862K settlement with HCA over training repayment agreements
By Silver State Journal | Jul 25, 2025
Carson City, NV — Nevada Attorney General Aaron D. Ford has announced a settlement with HCA Healthcare, Inc. and Health Trust Workforce Solutions, LLC (collectively referred to as HCA).
Lake Tahoe's water clarity averages 62 feet; conservation efforts continue
By Silver State Journal | Jul 25, 2025
The latest report from the UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center reveals that Lake Tahoe's water clarity averaged 62 feet last year.
TMCC student gains practical experience through construction management internship
By Silver State Journal | Jul 25, 2025
Rene Rivero, a construction management student at Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC), recently completed an internship as a Construction Inspector with Lumos & Associates.
Star party at Western Nevada College observatory this Saturday
By Silver State Journal | Jul 24, 2025
Looking for a fun and educational way to spend your Saturday night?
Nevada opens nominations for U.S. Senate Youth Program scholarships
By Silver State Journal | Jul 23, 2025
The Nevada Department of Education has announced the opening of the nomination period for the 2025-26 United States Senate Youth Program.
Nevada joins multistate lawsuit against Trump Administration's ACA changes
By Silver State Journal | Jul 23, 2025
Today, Nevada Attorney General Aaron D. Ford announced his participation in a multistate coalition lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Western Nevada College Foundation announces sponsors for annual ‘Fire & Ice’ gala
By Silver State Journal | Jul 22, 2025
Western Nevada College Foundation will hold its eighth annual Reach for the Stars Gala on Saturday, Aug. 2, at the Joe Dini Library in Carson City.
Southwest Gas sponsors Western Nevada College's annual Reach for the Stars Gala
By Silver State Journal | Jul 22, 2025
Southwest Gas has announced its sponsorship of Western Nevada College Foundation's Reach for the Stars Gala, scheduled for August 2.
Western Nevada College partners with Quick Space/United Rentals for annual gala
By Silver State Journal | Jul 21, 2025
Students at Western Nevada College are benefiting from the support of Quick Space/United Rentals, a local business committed to education in Northern Nevada.
Brent Sanford joins WICHE Commission representing North Dakota
By Silver State Journal | Jul 21, 2025
Brent Sanford, a notable figure in higher education and former lieutenant governor of North Dakota, has been appointed as a Commissioner to the Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education (WICHE).
CSN introduces new financial aid disbursement process for fall
By Silver State Journal | Jul 20, 2025
This fall, the College of Southern Nevada (CSN) is implementing a new approach to financial aid disbursement.
Nevada State Board advances search for new superintendent
By Silver State Journal | Jul 20, 2025
The Nevada State Board of Education is moving forward with its search for a new State Superintendent of Public Instruction.
Metcalf Builders sponsors WNC's Reach for the Stars Gala
By Silver State Journal | Jul 19, 2025
Metcalf Builders is sponsoring the Western Nevada College Foundation's Reach for the Stars Gala, an event aimed at celebrating student success and fostering future growth.