News from 2024
Conference focuses on faculty engagement with veterans
By M. N. Tirado | Oct 2, 2024
The upcoming Bridges of Support: Faculty and Staff Engagement with Veterans conference is set for October 17, from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event aims to enhance understanding and support for veterans.
Nevada regents appoint firms for chancellor and CSN president searches
By A. D. Bamburg | Oct 2, 2024
The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) Board of Regents is advancing its search for a permanent Chancellor and a new President for the College of Southern Nevada (CSN). Committees in charge of each search have appointed executive search firms to assist with the process.
Construction employment rises in majority of U.S. metro areas as firms increase wages
By D. D. Diggs | Oct 2, 2024
Construction employment has increased in 245 out of 358 metropolitan areas from August 2023 to August 2024, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America.
Public meeting set for South Shore watercraft inspection station proposal
By A. I. Benavidez | Oct 2, 2024
Partner agencies are collaborating to establish a permanent aquatic invasive species (AIS) watercraft inspection station in Meyers, California. The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA), El Dorado County, California Tahoe Conservancy, and Tahoe Resource Conservation District have scheduled a public meeting on October 14 at 5:30 p.m. at the Lake Valley Fire Protection District station in Meyers to discuss the proposed site.
Attorney General Aaron Ford highlights achievements in recent biennial report
By J. D. Suayan | Oct 2, 2024
Earlier this month, Attorney General Aaron Ford's office submitted its biennial report to the Nevada Legislature and Governor Joe Lombardo. The document, spanning over 50 pages, details the achievements of the Office of the Attorney General over the past two years.
ACLU intervenes in Clark County lawsuit over voter roll purge
By R. B. Pepalis | Oct 2, 2024
The ACLU of Nevada has taken legal action to intervene in a lawsuit that aims to remove over 19,000 registered voters from Clark County's voter rolls just weeks before the upcoming November election. The case, filed by Citizen Outreach Foundation, targets voters whose names appear in the National Change of Address (NCOA) database. The ACLU argues that this method is insufficient for challenging voter eligibility and claims it could lead to disenfranchisement.
Vegas Chamber announces move to Civic Plaza after council approval
By A. D. Bamburg | Oct 2, 2024
The Vegas Chamber has announced its plan to relocate its headquarters to the new City of Las Vegas Civic Plaza in 2025. This move involves a lease agreement with the City of Las Vegas for 13,000 square feet of office space, with a potential duration of up to 20 years.
Nevada offers $750K in grants for off-highway vehicle projects
By A. I. Benavidez | Oct 2, 2024
The Nevada Commission on Off-Highway Vehicles has announced the availability of $750,000 in grant funding for off-highway vehicle (OHV) projects. Applications are due by November 17, 2024, with grants to be awarded on December 13, 2024.
UNLV announces Fall transfer advising events for prospective students
By R. B. Pepalis | Oct 1, 2024
The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) is organizing a series of events for prospective transfer students in Fall 2024. These events aim to provide information about the application process, credit transfers, campus life, student support services, and opportunities for involvement.
UNLV faculty tackle diverse issues from climate action to mental health
By R. B. Pepalis | Oct 1, 2024
As the new academic year begins, students and faculty at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) are actively engaged in various initiatives. From addressing the Southwest drought through atmospheric water harvesting to exploring the depths of our galaxy, UNLV is tackling current issues to shape a better future.
CSN Art Galleries hosts "DisOriented" art exhibit by Gwaylon Leaf
By A. I. Benavidez | Oct 1, 2024
This fall, CSN Art Galleries is inviting the community to experience "DisOriented," a new exhibit by artist and CSN Adjunct Professor Gwaylon Leaf. The exhibit will run from Friday, October 11, 2024, through Saturday, February 22, 2025, at the Debra March Center of Excellence Art Gallery in Henderson. A highlight of the event will be an Artist Talk and Reception on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at 6 p.m., where attendees can hear directly from the artist about his work.
Mobile mammography unit visiting CSN Charleston Campus on October 23
By C. D. McHugh | Oct 1, 2024
Nevada Health Centers will bring its mobile mammography unit, the Mammovan, to the College of Southern Nevada's Charleston Campus on Wednesday, October 23, 2024. The Mammovan will offer mammography services from 7:40 a.m. to 3:20 p.m., with a lunch break from noon to 1 p.m.
Jeff Love & Friends win Western Nevada College Foundation's Golf for Education tournament
By A. A. Sanchez | Oct 1, 2024
The Western Nevada College Foundation celebrated the 25th anniversary of its Golf for Education tournament on September 27. The event took place at Toiyabe Golf Club and drew in business partners and supporters aligned with the college's mission to equip students with skills for Nevada’s workforce.
CSN announces inaugural Día de los Muertos celebration at Multicultural Centers
By M. N. Tirado | Oct 1, 2024
The office of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion invites the community to participate in its inaugural Día de los Muertos celebration. The event will honor loved ones and celebrate life through cultural traditions. It will be held at each of the CSN Multicultural Centers on October 30, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., with an exhibition of community altars continuing on October 30-31 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
College of Southern Nevada announces events for LGBTQIA+ History Month
By K. R. Nelson | Oct 1, 2024
The College of Southern Nevada (CSN) will celebrate LGBTQIA+ History Month this October. This period is dedicated to honoring the contributions, struggles, and successes of the LGBTQIA+ community. Additionally, Friday, October 11th marks National Coming Out Day, a day focused on supporting those who have chosen to live openly as their authentic selves.
ACLU files motion against Washoe County voter challenge lawsuit
By E. F. Cullerton | Oct 1, 2024
The ACLU of Nevada has filed a motion to intervene in a lawsuit that seeks to remove over 11,000 registered voters from Washoe County’s voter rolls just weeks before the November election. This action could result in thousands of voters not receiving their mail-in ballots or having their registrations canceled. Among those challenged are at least seven members of the ACLU of Nevada.
Nevada launches certification program aimed at preserving dark skies
By R. B. Pepalis | Oct 1, 2024
The Nevada Department of Outdoor Recreation (NDOR) has launched the Nevada Starry Skies Certification Program, addressing the challenges posed by light pollution. This initiative aims to preserve dark skies to support wildlife, offer deeper connections to the cosmos, and provide an unobstructed view of the night sky.
Nevada DMV extends hours ahead of election
By M. N. Tirado | Sep 30, 2024
The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has announced extended business hours to assist customers needing credentials to vote in the upcoming election. From Monday, October 21, 2024, through Saturday, November 2, 2024, DMV metro offices will be open from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Monday through Saturday. During this period, no appointments will be necessary.
Carson City funds free mental health support for Western Nevada College students
By M. N. Tirado | Sep 30, 2024
Carson City has allocated a $20,000 grant to support mental health services for students at Western Nevada College (WNC) through the WNC Foundation. The initiative offers free mental health counseling via BetterMynd for the 2024-25 academic year.
Nevada Farm Bureau to hold regenerative ag workshop at annual meeting
By K. R. Nelson | Sep 30, 2024
The Nevada Farm Bureau is preparing for its 2024 Annual Meeting, which will take place at the 3C in Fallon, NV, from November 7 to 9. The event will begin with a morning-long workshop on regenerative agricultural production practices on Thursday, November 7.