Nevada System of Higher Education
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Recent News About Nevada System of Higher Education
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NSHE elects Byron Brooks chair; Stephanie Goodman vice chair for upcoming term
The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) Board of Regents has elected Byron Brooks as Chair and Stephanie Goodman as Vice Chair for the 2025–2026 term.
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Nevada State University renews President DeRionne Pollard's contract
The Nevada System of Higher Education's Board of Regents has renewed the contract for Dr. DeRionne Pollard, President of Nevada State University.
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Nevada receives $3.4M NASA grant to boost STEM education
The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) has been awarded a $3.4 million grant from NASA, aimed at enhancing STEM education and research across the state.
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Nevada System celebrates over 14k graduates statewide
The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) recently announced that over 14,000 students graduated from the state's public colleges and universities this spring.
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Mineral County High School wins first Nevada FAFSA Challenge
The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) has announced Mineral County High School (MCHS) as the winner of the inaugural Nevada FAFSA Challenge.
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Nevada launches tech strategy workshop for research advancement
The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) has launched the Nevada Research Technology Strategy Workshop, aiming to enhance technology for research and STEM education.
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Nevada System awarded grant to expand college credit opportunities
The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) has been awarded a $20,000 grant as part of a national initiative to help students earn college credit for learning gained through work experience, military service, and other real-world settings.
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Jeffrey Alexander named president of Truckee Meadows Community College
The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) Board of Regents has appointed Dr. Jeffrey Alexander as the new president of Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC).
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NSHE partners with Clark County to expand eduroam Wi-Fi services
The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) has partnered with Clark County to expand the eduroam Wi-Fi service to various public locations in the county.
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Nevada Board of Regents names Dr. Chris Heavey as interim president of UNLV
The Nevada System of Higher Education's Board of Regents has announced the appointment of Christopher L. Heavey, Ph.D., as the Interim President of the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.
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Patricia Charlton appointed commissioner for Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education
Nevada System of Higher Education's Interim Chancellor Patricia Charlton has been appointed a commissioner for the Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education (WICHE).
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Matt McNair appointed as Chancellor of Nevada’s higher education system
The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) Board of Regents has appointed Matt McNair as the new Chancellor after a national search effort.
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Nevada opens applications for veterinary school stipend program in partnership with Utah State University
Nevada has launched a financial assistance program for state residents pursuing veterinary medicine at Utah State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine.
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Nevada System joins national effort to streamline college credit transfers
The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) has joined a national initiative with 11 other higher education systems and institutions to streamline credit transfers and accelerate degree completion for students.
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Nevada System appoints new president for College of Southern Nevada
The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) Board of Regents has appointed Dr. Stacy S. Klippenstein as the new President of the College of Southern Nevada (CSN).
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Federal rulings impact higher education funding nationwide
Higher education institutions across the United States are grappling with uncertainty due to recent changes in federal policy affecting research funding and other resources.
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Nevada honors late regent Lois Tarkanian with Distinguished Nevadan Award
The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) Board of Regents has posthumously awarded the Distinguished Nevadan Award to Regent Lois Tarkanian.
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NSHE announces recipients of the 2025 Regents' Awards
The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) Board of Regents has announced the recipients of the 2025 Regents’ Awards, recognizing outstanding faculty and staff at NSHE institutions.
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NSHE announces 2025 distinguished Nevadans and honorary degree recipients
The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) Board of Regents has announced the recipients of the 2025 Distinguished Nevadan Award and honorary degrees to be presented at NSHE’s spring commencement ceremonies.
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Nevada System appoints Jennifer McGrath as new regent for District 2
The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) has announced the appointment of Jennifer McGrath to the Board of Regents, representing District 2.