Office of the President - College of Southern Nevada
Recent News About Office of the President - College of Southern Nevada
-
CSN celebrates inaugural prison culinary program graduates
The College of Southern Nevada celebrated the graduation of its first cohort of culinary students from the Nevada Department of Corrections on August 7, 2024. The graduation ceremony, held at the Casa Grande Transitional Housing Center, marked the culmination of months of training and education for the 10 graduates. About 40-50 attendees, including family members, correctional staff, and distinguished guests, gathered to witness this occasion.
-
White House Cyber Director visits College of Southern Nevada
Last week, the College of Southern Nevada (CSN) hosted White House National Cyber Director Harry Coker, Jr. as part of the Cybersecurity Workforce and Education Roadshow. The visit underscored the Biden-Harris Administration’s commitment to expanding Nevada’s cyber workforce, particularly through community colleges and Hispanic-serving institutions like CSN.
-
Metallica awards $75K scholarship to College of Southern Nevada
The College of Southern Nevada (CSN) has been selected as a recipient of the Metallica Scholars Initiative (MSI) for 2024, accompanied by a $75,000 grant. This funding will support 60 students enrolled in CSN’s “Ability to Benefit” program, which allows students to complete their high school education while earning technical skill certifications. The initiative aims to prepare students for careers in Southern Nevada’s growing economic sectors.
-
Martha Panduro named AFA's employee of the month for August 2024
Martha Panduro has been named the Administrative Faculty Assembly’s (AFA) Employee of the Month for August 2024. Serving as an Academic Advisor at the Henderson Campus, Panduro was nominated by Ann Thompson.
-
CSN Dale Etheridge Planetarium offers unique celestial experiences
The CSN Dale Etheridge Planetarium offers a unique celestial experience, attracting students and the community with its rich history and educational programs. Managed by Dr. Andrew Kerr and Lisa Goodman, the planetarium stands as a beacon of astronomical education in Southern Nevada.
-
CSN receives over $860K for logistics & nursing training
The Nevada Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED) Board has approved $1,693,230 from the Workforce Innovations for a New Nevada (WINN) fund to support three industry-led workforce training programs.
-
College of Southern Nevada revives "Coyote Conversations" radio show
The College of Southern Nevada recently reignited its sponsored radio show, “Coyote Conversations,” hosted by Sidney Goodall. The premier episode aired on Monday, July 22, 2024, and featured special guests Kimiko Walton and Keshia Gouveia, who engaged in a discussion about various aspects of CSN.
-
Robotics enthusiasts gather at CSN's Center of Excellence
On June 27, 2024, the College of Southern Nevada’s Manufacturing Center of Excellence welcomed 53 robotics enthusiasts for the Las Vegas Robotics Meetup.
-
CSN celebrates redesignation as center of academic excellence in cyber defense
The College of Southern Nevada (CSN) has announced the successful redesignation of its Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education (CAE-CD). This recognition underscores CSN's ongoing commitment to providing high-quality education and training in cybersecurity.
-
CSN hosts second annual AWS Cloud Computing Bootcamp
The College of Southern Nevada hosted its second annual AWS Cloud Computing Bootcamp from June 24-28 at the North Las Vegas campus. The weeklong intensive training, led by CSN’s Computing and Information Technology faculty, attracted 23 students from diverse IT disciplines including computer science, network administration, cybersecurity, and cloud systems administration.
-
College of Southern Nevada’s mentorship program spotlighted in NWRA waterSpot Summer 2024
The College of Southern Nevada (CSN) has been featured in the latest NWRA waterSpot Summer 2024 newsletter for its efforts to inspire students to pursue careers in STEM fields. The article highlights CSN's engagement with students through hands-on research activities, both in the field and laboratory settings, which aim to foster significant discoveries.
-
AANHPI graduates celebrated at College of Southern Nevada's GraduAsian 2024
The College of Southern Nevada, in collaboration with UNLV and NSU, recently hosted the annual GraduAsian ceremony to honor Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander graduates. The event brought together students, families, and community members to celebrate these individuals' achievements.
-
Ashley Gonzalez honored as June Employee of the Month by AFA
Ashley Gonzalez has been named Employee of the Month for June 2024 by the Administrative Faculty Assembly (AFA) at the College of Southern Nevada. Gonzalez, a Senior Specialist in Salary Administration within the Human Resources Department at the West Charleston Campus, was nominated by Derita Hopkins.
-
Chelewa Gant named director of libraries at CSN
Mr. Chelewa "Che" Gant has been appointed as the new Director of Libraries at the College of Southern Nevada (CSN). Following a national search, Gant will assume his role on June 3. He previously served as the Director for Front Range Community College's Boulder Campus Library and was also the Open Educational Resource administrator.
-
CSN engages with local community during annual mesquite days
CSN Mesquite participated in the 40th Annual Mesquite Days Event and Parade, held from May 2 to May 4. The event was an opportunity for the institution to engage with the community and promote its upcoming Summer and Fall 2024 classes.
-
College of Southern Nevada announces new student government leadership
The College of Southern Nevada has announced the newly elected members of the Associated Students of the College of Southern Nevada (ASCSN) Executive Board and Senate. These individuals have been chosen to represent the student body and serve as advocates for their peers, faculty, and staff.
-
Benjamin Mendoza honored as employee of the month at CSN
Benjamin Mendoza has been named the May 2024 Employee of the Month by the Administrative Faculty Assembly (AFA) at the College of Southern Nevada (CSN). Mendoza, an Academic Advisor for Health Sciences Programs at the Henderson Campus, was nominated by Angel Clemens.
-
CSN baseball wins SWAC title for second consecutive year
The College of Southern Nevada's (CSN) baseball team has secured its 12th Scenic West Athletic Conference (SWAC) title. This achievement marks the second consecutive year that CSN has won the SWAC championship, reflecting a strong performance under Head Coach Nick Garritano, who now holds seven conference titles.
-
ASCSN seeks student leaders for various roles at College of Southern Nevada
The Associated Students of the College of Southern Nevada (ASCSN) is calling on students to join their ranks and make a difference on campus. ASCSN, the student government organization at CSN, aims to represent the interests of students, faculty, and staff.
-
CSN names Molly Keyes as 2024 commencement speaker
Molly Keyes has been selected as the Student Commencement Speaker for the College of Southern Nevada's Class of 2024. Her journey through education is marked by perseverance and a deep appreciation for inclusivity, qualities that have made her an ideal choice to address her fellow graduates.