Y. M. Deleon News
Nevada names two preschool teachers as 2025 early educators of the year
By Y. M. Deleon | Sep 24, 2025
Two Nevada preschool teachers have been recognized as the 2025 Nevada Early Educators of the Year by the Nevada Department of Education.
TMCC student gains hands-on experience through Virginia Spaceport Authority internship
By Y. M. Deleon | Sep 24, 2025
Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC) is highlighting the impact of its Logistics Management program through the experience of Zander Davidson, a student who recently completed an internship with the Virginia Spaceport Authority (VSA).
Nevada DMV launches Quick Cards for faster license and ID applications
By Y. M. Deleon | Sep 22, 2025
The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has introduced a new online service called Quick Cards, now available at all DMV offices across the state.
CSN schedules faculty and staff kickball tournament for October
By Y. M. Deleon | Sep 22, 2025
CSN will hold a Faculty & Staff Kickball Tournament on October 24, 2025, at the Cheyenne Sports Complex in North Las Vegas.
Hispanic Heritage celebrated with music, speakers, and traditional food at Student Union
By Y. M. Deleon | Sep 22, 2025
A large crowd gathered at the Student Union on September 16 for a Hispanic Heritage celebration marked by music, food, and community engagement.
Former CSN president Michael D. Richards remembered for decade of leadership
By Y. M. Deleon | Sep 17, 2025
The College of Southern Nevada (CSN) announced the passing of former president Dr. Michael Dean Richards, who died on September 3, 2025, after a prolonged illness at the age of 78. Dr. Richards served as CSN’s president from 2007 to 2018.
NSHE receives $750K NASA grant to study underground ecosystems related to space exploration
By Y. M. Deleon | Sep 17, 2025
The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) has received a $750,000 grant from NASA’s Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (EPSCoR).
Keep Tahoe Blue partners with DRI and The Tyre Collective on Lake Tahoe pollution study
By Y. M. Deleon | Sep 17, 2025
Keep Tahoe Blue, The Tyre Collective, and the Desert Research Institute (DRI) have launched a pilot program in partnership with the Emerald Bay Shuttle and its operator, Downtowner.
DRI partners with Atomic Museum for free student field trips on radiation science
By Y. M. Deleon | Sep 15, 2025
DRI and the Atomic Museum have announced a new field trip program called “Exploring the Invisible: A Hands-On Journey into Radiation Science.” The initiative is aimed at students in grades 6 through 12 and seeks to increase interest in science,...
Nevada Department of Education reports rise in high-performing schools for 2024-25
By Y. M. Deleon | Sep 15, 2025
The Nevada Department of Education has released its star ratings for the 2024-25 school year under the Nevada School Performance Framework (NSPF).
Nevada regents appoint Dr. Amber Donnelli as president of Great Basin College
By Y. M. Deleon | Sep 11, 2025
Dr. Amber Donnelli has been appointed as the president of Great Basin College (GBC) by the Board of Regents of the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE).
CSN highlights student achievements in August dual credit newsletter
By Y. M. Deleon | Sep 11, 2025
The College of Southern Nevada (CSN) continues to showcase developments in its dual credit programs through the Dual Credit Corner newsletter.
Kate Siegel Shimko named new Colorado representative on WICHE Commission
By Y. M. Deleon | Sep 10, 2025
Kate Siegel Shimko, vice chancellor for administration and governmental relations at the Colorado State University (CSU) System, has been appointed as a commissioner on the Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education (WICHE).
Nevada DMV resumes most services after outage; license issuance expected September 5
By Y. M. Deleon | Sep 4, 2025
The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has resumed most of its public services following recent disruptions.
Alexandra Snabon-Jun named 2026 Nevada State Teacher of the Year
By Y. M. Deleon | Sep 3, 2025
Alexandra Snabon-Jun has been named the 2026 Nevada State Teacher of the Year in a ceremony held on Wednesday.
Lake Tahoe License Plate Program opens grant applications for environmental projects
By Y. M. Deleon | Sep 3, 2025
Applications are now being accepted for environmental grants funded by the Nevada Lake Tahoe License Plate Program.
DRI offers TMCC students practical science experience through summer internships
By Y. M. Deleon | Sep 3, 2025
This summer, the Desert Research Institute (DRI) hosted eighteen students from Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC) at its Reno campus for a ten-week paid internship.
Nevada DMV resumes limited services after statewide network security incident
By Y. M. Deleon | Sep 2, 2025
The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has announced the status of its services following a network security incident that took place in the early morning hours of August 24, 2025.