News from August 2025
Saturn’s moon Titan observed during rare transit at Jack C. Davis Observatory
By Silver State Journal | Aug 31, 2025
Members of the Western Nevada Astronomical Society and Jack C. Davis Observatory (JCDO) Director Dr. Thomas Herring recently observed Titan, Saturn's largest moon, as it passed in front of the planet during a nighttime event at the observatory.
Western Nevada College launches new continuing education courses in artificial intelligence
By Silver State Journal | Aug 31, 2025
Western Nevada College’s Continuing Education program is introducing a set of courses focused on artificial intelligence.
College of Southern Nevada announces fall enrollment growth amid new campus initiatives
By Silver State Journal | Aug 29, 2025
The College of Southern Nevada (CSN) is beginning the new academic year with an increase in student enrollment and several campus initiatives.
Construction labor shortages drive project delays amid policy pressures
By Silver State Journal | Aug 28, 2025
A recent survey by the Associated General Contractors of America and NCCER found that workforce shortages are a primary cause of project delays in the construction industry.
TMCC Art Galleries launch four fall exhibitions featuring faculty and local artists
By Silver State Journal | Aug 28, 2025
This fall, Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC) Art Galleries will present four new exhibitions at the Dandini Campus.
Tahoe Regional Planning Agency approves Spooner Summit Mobility Hub project
By Silver State Journal | Aug 27, 2025
The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) Governing Board has approved the Spooner Summit Mobility Hub project, a major environmental improvement effort aimed at transforming the Nevada State Route 28 corridor.
Half of U.S. metros add construction jobs amid ongoing worker shortage concerns
By Silver State Journal | Aug 27, 2025
Just over half of U.S. metro areas saw an increase in construction jobs from July 2024 to July 2025, according to data analyzed by the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC).
Why road safety initiatives are crucial for College of Southern Nevada commuters
By Silver State Journal | Aug 25, 2025
Every semester, students, faculty, and staff at the College of Southern Nevada (CSN) commute to campus by various means, including cars, buses, bicycles, or on foot.
Truckee Meadows Community College launches new slogan and highlights fall activities
By Silver State Journal | Aug 25, 2025
Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC) has launched a new slogan, “Your Story Starts Here,” as part of its branding for the Fall Semester.
Nevada State University adopts comprehensive tobacco-free campus policy
By Silver State Journal | Aug 25, 2025
Nevada State University will implement a tobacco-free campus policy starting Monday, August 25, aligning with over 2,100 colleges and universities across the country, including the University of Nevada, Las Vegas and the University of Nevada, Reno.
United Way of Southern Nevada adds Vjollca Tarjan to board of directors
By Silver State Journal | Aug 23, 2025
United Way of Southern Nevada (UWSN) has announced the addition of Vjollca Tarjan, Market President for Enterprise Bank & Trust, to its Board of Directors.
Brenda Romero recognized as September 2025 AFA Employee of the Month at CSN
By Silver State Journal | Aug 23, 2025
Brenda Romero, Coordinator in the Office of Diversity and Multicultural Affairs at the College of Southern Nevada (CSN), has been named the September 2025 Administrative Faculty Assembly (AFA) Employee of the Month.
CSN student Alecia Lopez receives national workforce scholarship
By Silver State Journal | Aug 23, 2025
Alecia Lopez, a student at the College of Southern Nevada (CSN), has been named an inaugural 2025 Chime Workforce Scholar.
Great Basin College instructor delivers electrical safety training at Alaska mine
By Silver State Journal | Aug 23, 2025
Great Basin College electrical instructor Amber Cannon recently provided electrical safety training at the Hecla Greens Creek mine in Alaska.
Teamwork highlighted at College of Southern Nevada's 2025 convocation
By Silver State Journal | Aug 23, 2025
The College of Southern Nevada (CSN) began its 2025 academic year with a convocation event that focused on the theme of teamwork.
Nevada System of Higher Education expands secure Wi-Fi access across Washoe County schools
By Silver State Journal | Aug 23, 2025
The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) has launched the eduroam secure Wi-Fi access service across all 120 schools and sites in the Washoe County School District (WCSD).
Nevada State professor receives Fulbright award for project in Malaysia
By Silver State Journal | Aug 23, 2025
Nevada State University professor Dr. Kebret Kebede has been awarded a Fulbright Specialist Program award by the U.S. Department of State and the Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board. Dr. Kebede is the first faculty member from Nevada State to...
Great Basin College recognizes emergency dispatcher program graduate
By Silver State Journal | Aug 23, 2025
Emergency Dispatcher skill certificate program graduate Hillary Hoffman has completed her training and received her certificate.
CSN graduate Hisonni Johnson selected for Tyler Perry Dreamers Program
By Silver State Journal | Aug 23, 2025
Recent College of Southern Nevada (CSN) graduate and 2025 Commencement Speaker Hisonni Johnson has been chosen for the Tyler Perry Dreamers Program.
Lake Tahoe Summit highlights regional collaboration on conservation initiatives
By Silver State Journal | Aug 22, 2025
Leaders and community members recently gathered at Lake Tahoe’s South Shore for the 29th annual Lake Tahoe Summit, hosted by U.S. Senator Adam Schiff at Valhalla Tahoe.