News from September 2025
Nevada DMV compliance enforcement division recognized at AAMVA 2025 awards
By R. S. Lincoln | Sep 30, 2025
The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) announced that its Compliance Enforcement Division (CED) has received several awards at the 2025 American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators (AAMVA) ceremony.
Truckee Meadows Community College celebrates student achievements and expands workforce programs
By Y. M. Deleon | Sep 30, 2025
For the second year in a row, photography students from Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC) have received the Best in Show, Galleries, and Features award at the Reno Tahoe International Art Show (RTIA), held from September 11 to 14.
Scientists achieve first simulation of wildfire-driven thunderstorms using earth system models
By R. B. Price | Sep 29, 2025
On September 5, 2020, California’s Creek Fire produced a thunderstorm so intense that it created its own weather system.
Governor Lombardo appoints Dr. Victor Wakefield as superintendent of public instruction
By Y. M. Deleon | Sep 29, 2025
Today, Governor Joe Lombardo announced that Dr. Victor Wakefield will serve as the new Nevada Superintendent of Public Instruction. “Victor is the right leader at the right time for Nevada’s public education system,” said Governor Joe Lombardo....
Two Nevada high school seniors receive national recognition as presidential scholars
By R. S. Lincoln | Sep 29, 2025
Two Nevada high school students have been recognized as 2025 U.S. Presidential Scholars by the U.S. Department of Education.
Preparedness month focuses on simple steps for home and campus safety
By R. S. Lincoln | Sep 27, 2025
As National Preparedness Month is observed in September, the University Organizational Resilience – Northern Command (UOR-NC) is encouraging individuals to take practical steps to improve their readiness for emergencies.
Western Nevada College promotes preparedness during National Preparedness Month
By R. B. Price | Sep 27, 2025
September is National Preparedness Month, with this year's theme highlighting the importance of starting readiness efforts at home.
United Way marks tenth annual Day of Caring with nearly 1,300 volunteers
By D. K. Montgomery | Sep 27, 2025
Nearly 1,300 volunteers participated in United Way of Southern Nevada’s (UWSN) 10th Annual Day of Caring on Friday, marking a decade of community service efforts coordinated by the organization.
Bipartisan bill seeks visa program as short-term fix for U.S. construction labor shortage
By D. H. Mcgraw | Sep 27, 2025
New bipartisan legislation introduced by Congressman Lloyd Smucker of Pennsylvania aims to address ongoing workforce shortages in the construction industry.
UNLV announces fall 2025 Brookings Mountain West visiting scholars lineup
By A. T. Harmon | Sep 27, 2025
Brookings Mountain West, a partnership between the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) and the Brookings Institution, has announced its lineup of visiting scholars for the fall 2025 semester.
Dr. Stacy Klippenstein throws first pitch at Aviators game during Hispanic Heritage Month
By R. S. Lincoln | Sep 27, 2025
Dr. Stacy Klippenstein, President of the College of Southern Nevada (CSN), participated in a ceremonial first pitch at the Las Vegas Aviators' final game of the season, held at Las Vegas Ballpark as part of Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations.
College of Southern Nevada names Marlene Palacios October employee of the month
By R. S. Lincoln | Sep 26, 2025
Marlene Palacios has been named the October 2025 Employee of the Month by the Administrative Faculty Assembly (AFA) at the College of Southern Nevada.
College of Southern Nevada introduces new grant approval process and training
By R. B. Price | Sep 26, 2025
Grant writers at the College of Southern Nevada (CSN) will need to complete a new internal approvals form before submitting their proposals.
Slovakian musician credits Great Basin College program for transition into Nevada teaching
By R. B. Price | Sep 26, 2025
Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu once said, "A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step."
Nevada Department of Education forms new recruitment and retention commission
By R. S. Lincoln | Sep 25, 2025
The Nevada Department of Education has announced the creation of the Commission on Recruitment and Retention, following the passage of Senate Bill 460 by the Nevada Legislature in 2025.
U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen visits Western Nevada College technology facilities
By R. S. Lincoln | Sep 25, 2025
U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen visited the Western Nevada College (WNC) Carson City campus, where she toured the Mobile Manufacturing Lab and the Donald W. Reynolds Center for Technology.
Tahoe Regional Planning Agency approves campground project and North Tahoe bike trail segment
By R. B. Price | Sep 25, 2025
A new campground and a segment of a regional bike path have received approval from the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) Governing Board.
DRI researchers receive NSF grant to investigate causes of post-fire soil water repellency
By R. B. Price | Sep 25, 2025
Researchers at the Desert Research Institute (DRI) have received a grant from the National Science Foundation to study the chemical processes in soil that occur after wildfires, which can make soil repel water and increase risks of floods and...
Western Nevada College's nursing program ranked number one statewide
By R. S. Lincoln | Sep 24, 2025
Western Nevada College’s Nursing Program has been ranked as the top nursing program in Nevada by Nursing Process, an online resource that provides information on nursing education and careers.
Nevada names two preschool teachers as 2025 early educators of the year
By Y. M. Deleon | Sep 24, 2025
Two Nevada preschool teachers have been recognized as the 2025 Nevada Early Educators of the Year by the Nevada Department of Education.