News from March 2025
Western Nevada College announces April registration for fall and summer classes
By D. D. Diggs | Mar 31, 2025
Students consider various factors when choosing a college for the next academic year.
Machine learning models face challenges in classifying rain and snow, says new study
By D. D. Diggs | Mar 31, 2025
A recent study led by the University of Vermont (UVM) has shed light on the difficulties of accurately classifying precipitation as rain or snow.
College of Southern Nevada names April Employee of the Month
By D. D. Diggs | Mar 28, 2025
In an effort to highlight the outstanding contributions of its administrative team, the College of Southern Nevada has announced Chante Derella as the April 2025 Administrative Faculty Assembly (AFA) Employee of the Month.
Coyote sports teams achieve historic successes in March
By D. D. Diggs | Mar 28, 2025
The Howl newsletter announced several exciting updates about the sports teams, reflecting a vibrant month for the Coyotes.
Construction job growth observed in 31 states and D.C. over the past year
By D. D. Diggs | Mar 28, 2025
Construction employment saw growth in 31 states and the District of Columbia from February of last year to February this year, with 27 states along with D.C. adding jobs between January and February, according to analysis from the Associated...
United Way of Southern Nevada announces community events for upcoming months
By D. D. Diggs | Mar 28, 2025
United Way of Southern Nevada has announced a series of community events planned for the coming months, ranging from fashion shows to volunteer days, golf tournaments, and senior support expos.
Mitchell Hicks named CSN's April 2025 employee of the month
By D. D. Diggs | Mar 28, 2025
Mitchell Hicks has been honored as the April Classified Employee of the Month at the College of Southern Nevada (CSN).
Psychology student named semifinalist for Jack Kent Cooke scholarship
By D. D. Diggs | Mar 28, 2025
Kristen Gibson, a community college student studying psychology, has been recognized as a semifinalist for the Jack Kent Cooke Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship.
TRPA strengthens inspection program to prevent golden mussel invasion in Lake Tahoe
By D. D. Diggs | Mar 27, 2025
The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) has taken steps to bolster the Lake Tahoe Watercraft Inspection Program following the discovery of invasive golden mussels in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta last October.
Nevada Department of Education revises literacy plan to improve student outcomes
By D. D. Diggs | Mar 27, 2025
The Nevada Department of Education has released its revised pre-K–12 Nevada State Literacy Plan.
Women United fashion luncheon returns in Las Vegas to empower female leaders
By D. D. Diggs | Mar 27, 2025
United Way of Southern Nevada (UWSN) is set to host the Women United Fierce & Fearless Fashion Show Luncheon, presented by Light & Wonder.
Former AG candidate on insurance oversight and affordability: 'Every week Nevadans wake up to new cost increases'
By C. M. Schmidlkofer | Mar 26, 2025
Sigal Chattah, a former candidate for attorney general of Nevada, has expressed concerns about the state's insurance industries.
Cave Creek Reservoir reaches full capacity; reopening event scheduled
By D. D. Diggs | Mar 26, 2025
The Nevada Division of State Parks and the Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) have announced that Cave Creek Reservoir at Cave Lake State Park has reached full capacity.
Cave Creek Reservoir restoration celebrated with grand reopening event planned for June
By D. D. Diggs | Mar 26, 2025
The Cave Creek Reservoir has reached full capacity, marking the completion of its restoration.
Nonprofit leaders gather at legislature to discuss policy advancements
By D. D. Diggs | Mar 25, 2025
On March 19, over a hundred nonprofit leaders from Nevada gathered at the Nevada State Legislature for Nonprofit Day, an event held every two years to emphasize collaboration between public, private, and nonprofit sectors.
ATRA President on personal injury lawyer advertising: 'These numbers are a wake-up call'
By C. M. Schmidlkofer | Mar 24, 2025
Tiger Joyce, president of the American Tort Reform Association (ATRA), has raised concerns about the impact of aggressive personal injury lawyer advertising on consumer health and safety.
Nevada System joins national effort to streamline college credit transfers
By D. D. Diggs | Mar 24, 2025
The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) has joined a national initiative with 11 other higher education systems and institutions to streamline credit transfers and accelerate degree completion for students.
CSN Athletics hosts supporter appreciation day during home games
By D. D. Diggs | Mar 24, 2025
The College of Southern Nevada (CSN) Athletics Department will host an event to honor its supporters on Saturday, April 5.
CSN presents modern adaptation of 'Trojan Women' in April
By D. D. Diggs | Mar 24, 2025
The College of Southern Nevada (CSN) is set to present a modern adaptation of the ancient Greek tragedy "Trojan Women" this April.
UNLV prepares for annual 'Rebels Give' fundraising campaign
By D. D. Diggs | Mar 24, 2025
The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) community is preparing for its annual day of giving, known as Rebels Give.