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WNC offers accelerated winter session classes starting in December
By D. D. Diggs | Nov 5, 2024
Western Nevada College (WNC) is offering accelerated online classes this winter, providing students with the opportunity to advance their education in a short time frame.
Coyote Conversations returns to air on KCEP Power 88
By D. D. Diggs | Nov 5, 2024
Coyote Conversations returns with a focus on the programs, people, and partnerships at the College of Southern Nevada (CSN).
WNC hosts homeschool information night for dual credit opportunities
By D. D. Diggs | Nov 4, 2024
Western Nevada College is providing support to the homeschool community by offering dual credit opportunities.
Nevada State University opens first mental health clinic for student evaluations
By D. D. Diggs | Nov 4, 2024
Nevada State University marked the opening of its inaugural mental health clinic on October 31.
Dini Library highlights Bill Cowee's significant poetry collection
By D. D. Diggs | Nov 2, 2024
One of the notable features of the Joe Dini Library is the Bill Cowee Poetry Collection.
Nevada appoints new state climatologist focused on high mountain climate research
By B. B. Urness | Nov 1, 2024
In July, the Nevada State Climate Office at the University of Nevada, Reno, appointed Baker Perry as the new state climatologist.
Golden mussel found near Stockton prompts concern for Lake Tahoe ecosystem
By B. B. Urness | Nov 1, 2024
The discovery of the invasive golden mussel in the Bay-Delta near Stockton has raised concerns among environmental agencies.
Native Climate reporters share stories at Indigenous conference in Alaska
By B. B. Urness | Nov 1, 2024
Villagers from Newtok, Alaska, faced permanent evacuation in mid-October due to rising sea levels.
Nevada allocates $283 million in bonds for statewide affordable housing projects
By D. D. Diggs | Oct 31, 2024
The Nevada Housing Division (NHD) has announced the allocation of $283.3 million from Nevada's 2024 tax-exempt bonding authority to support affordable housing projects across the state.
Women’s prison program hosts showcase and job fair for hospitality students
By B. B. Urness | Oct 31, 2024
CSN and the Nevada Department of Corrections will host a showcase and job fair on December 5, from 1-4 p.m., at the Florence McClure Women’s Correctional Center.
Halloween fun at Dini Student Center with parade, escape room
By B. B. Urness | Oct 31, 2024
The Halloween celebration at the Dini Student Center today featured costumes, games, and festive activities.
CSN hosts election night watch event with free refreshments
By B. B. Urness | Oct 31, 2024
The College of Southern Nevada (CSN) is set to host an Election Night Watch Gathering at its North Las Vegas Campus.
Van Davis named executive director of WCET
By B. B. Urness | Oct 31, 2024
Dr. Van Davis has been appointed as the new executive director of WCET – WICHE Cooperative for Educational Technologies and vice president, digital learning, at the Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education (WICHE).
WNC hosts breast cancer awareness walk at Carson City campus
By D. D. Diggs | Oct 30, 2024
Western Nevada College's Healthy Campus and Environment Committee organized a Breast Cancer Awareness trail walk on October 30, 2024.
Nevada expands nursing enrollment amid ongoing shortage
By B. B. Urness | Oct 30, 2024
The state of Nevada is experiencing a significant shortage of registered nurses, a trend expected to persist in the coming years.
DRI recruits Fallon residents for study on well water contamination
By B. B. Urness | Oct 30, 2024
DRI scientists are seeking fifteen Fallon residents with private wells to participate in a water quality study.
Nevada Commission on Mentoring opens FY2025 micro-grant applications
By B. B. Urness | Oct 30, 2024
The Nevada Commission on Mentoring (NCOM) has opened applications for its FY2025 micro-grants.
Nevada State University launches SMART Growth Initiative for major campus expansion
By B. B. Urness | Oct 30, 2024
Nevada State University has launched its SMART Growth Initiative, aiming to expand its campus in line with Nevada's educational and workforce needs.
CSN hosts fall festival for first-generation students
By B. B. Urness | Oct 29, 2024
First-generation students at the College of Southern Nevada (CSN) are invited to participate in the First-Gen Fall Festival on November 1.
CSN leaders engage young learners through special storytime sessions
By B. B. Urness | Oct 29, 2024
CSN's Early Childhood Education Lab recently held a series of storytime sessions with visits from top leaders. Dr. William Kibler, President of CSN, and Dr. James McCoy, Vice President of Academic Affairs, participated in these events to share...