News from June 2025
Nevada launches new family and community engagement mentorship program
By Silver State Journal | Jun 5, 2025
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
By Silver State Journal | Jun 5, 2025
Ever wonder what’s in the world’s rivers besides water?
STEAM camps build student confidence through hands-on learning
By Silver State Journal | Jun 4, 2025
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
By Silver State Journal | Jun 3, 2025
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
By Silver State Journal | Jun 3, 2025
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
By Silver State Journal | Jun 3, 2025
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
By Silver State Journal | Jun 2, 2025
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
By Silver State Journal | Jun 2, 2025
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
By Silver State Journal | Jun 2, 2025
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
By Silver State Journal | Jun 2, 2025
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
By Silver State Journal | Jun 2, 2025
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
By Silver State Journal | Jun 2, 2025
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.