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Recent News About Western Nevada College
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Register now to secure your fall classes at WNC
By enrolling in Fall 2025 courses this summer, individuals can secure their desired classes and work towards their educational and professional goals.
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Community gathers at Jack C. Davis Observatory for Summer Solstice Day
Forty-six community members attended the Summer Solstice Day event at Jack C. Davis Observatory on June 20.
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Professor to present on Lake Tahoe as North America's oldest freshwater lake
Western Nevada College's Professor of Geosciences, Dr. Winnie Kortemeier, will be presenting her findings on Lake Tahoe's age at the Tahoe Center for Environmental Sciences in Incline Village.
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Western Nevada College celebrates prison graduates' achievements
Western Nevada College (WNC) marked a significant milestone on June 10, celebrating the achievements of 11 graduates from the Class of 2025 at the Northern Nevada Correctional Center (NNCC).
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NSHE Board elects new chairperson Byron Brooks; Stephanie Goodman named vice chair
The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) Board of Regents has elected Byron Brooks as Chair and Stephanie Goodman as Vice Chair for the 2025-26 term.
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WNC professor Nigel Harrison named Community Hero by credit union
Nigel Harrison, a professor at Western Nevada College, has been honored as a Community Hero by Greater Nevada Credit Union.
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Nevada System receives $3.4M from NASA for STEM advancement
The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) has been awarded a $3.4 million grant from NASA, aimed at enhancing STEM education and research in the state.
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WNC's Child Development Center celebrates preschool graduation
Western Nevada College's Child Development Center recently held its annual Preschool Graduation, celebrating the educational milestone for 18 young children.
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Western Nevada College awards emeritus status to six retiring faculty members
Western Nevada College (WNC) has announced the awarding of emeritus status to six retiring faculty members.
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Western Nevada College honors Class of 2025 with commencement ceremonies
Western Nevada College marked the graduation of its Class of 2025 with ceremonies held on May 19 in Carson City and May 21 in Fallon.
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Western Nevada College celebrates record number of Jump Start graduates
Western Nevada College (WNC) is set to honor a record-tying 168 graduates from its Jump Start program.
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Western Nevada College honors outstanding nursing students at 2025 pinning ceremony
Western Nevada College will honor its 2025 nursing graduates during a pinning ceremony on May 19.
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Brittney Schell returns to college after 11 years to earn degree with honors
Brittney Schell's educational journey is set to reach a significant milestone as she graduates from Western Nevada College (WNC) on May 19 with a Bachelor’s degree in Organization Project Management.
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Kathy Cocking receives lifetime achievement award from Northern Nevada Nurses
Western Nevada College's Kathy Cocking has been honored with the 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award by the Northern Nevada Nurses of Achievement.
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Western Nevada College opens new career center named 'The Link
Western Nevada College (WNC) has opened a new career and community resource center called The Link.
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WNC President joins PBS Reno Board of Trustees
Western Nevada College announced that its President, Dr. J. Kyle Dalpe, has been elected to the Board of Trustees for PBS Reno (KNPB Channel 5).
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Carson City Toyota aids WNC student success with scholarships
For students at Western Nevada College (WNC), support from community champions can be transformative.
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Student thrives from adult education to automotive tech at WNC
Scott Dobson embarked on a transformative journey through the College & Career Readiness program at Western Nevada College (WNC) from April 2023 to June 2024.
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Western Nevada Musical Theatre Company to stage "The Sound of Music" in May
Rodgers and Hammerstein's celebrated musical, "The Sound of Music," which has delighted audiences for six decades, is being staged by the Western Nevada Musical Theatre Company this May.
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WNC community recognized at annual awards reception
It was a significant evening for students, faculty, and staff of Western Nevada College (WNC) on April 18 as they gathered for the annual Awards & Appreciation Reception.