News published on Silver State Journal in June 2025

 

News from June 2025


Nevada launches new family and community engagement mentorship program

The Nevada Department of Education has introduced a new initiative, the Family and Community Engagement Mentorship and Networking (FEMN) program.


Study finds emerging contaminants present in global waterways

Ever wonder what’s in the world’s rivers besides water?


STEAM camps build student confidence through hands-on learning

Science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM) camps offer students an alternative way to engage with these subjects.


Study finds Western U.S. spring runoff takes over five years from snowfall

DRI’s Rosemary Carroll, a research professor of hydrology, has co-authored a study revealing that spring runoff in the Western U.S. mountains is older than previously thought.


Epic launches summer program with over 130 diverse classes

The summer season is underway at Educational Programs Inspiring the Community (EPIC), offering a diverse range of over 130 classes.


Arthur Pacheco named Alumnus of the Year by Truckee Meadows Community College

Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC) recently honored Arthur "Art" Pacheco as the Alumnus of the Year during their May Commencement Ceremony at Lawlor Events Center.


National Restaurant Association appoints new executive leaders

The National Restaurant Association has announced the appointment of Karl Dahlgren as Chief Product Officer (CPO) and Judy Mulcahy as Chief Operating Officer (COO).


Nevada introduces specialty license plate for state university

Nevada State University will soon have its own specialty license plate, following the signing of a new bill by Governor Joe Lombardo.


TMCC introduces NSF-backed pathway for engineering students

Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC) has announced a new initiative aimed at providing aspiring engineers in Northern Nevada with a clear academic path.


U.S Construction Spending Falls Amid Uncertainty Over Tariffs

Construction spending experienced a decline for the third consecutive month in April, dropping by 0.4 percent from March and by 0.5 percent compared to the same period last year.


STEAM summer camps offer hands-on experiences for young learners

STEAM summer camps offer a dynamic learning environment where students in grades 3-8 engage in hands-on activities that merge science, technology, engineering, art, and math.


Coalition challenges Trump's NIH funding cuts in court

Attorney General Aaron D. Ford, alongside a coalition of 16 attorneys general, issued a joint statement before a court hearing in the case Commonwealth of Massachusetts v. National Institutes of Health.