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High school graduate numbers set to decline after peaking next year

The Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education (WICHE) has released the 11th edition of its report, "Knocking at the College Door," which highlights an impending decline in the number of high school graduates in the United States.


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Winnemucca DMV office closes temporarily for remodeling

The Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has announced the temporary closure of its Winnemucca office from December 16 to December 20 for remodeling.


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Women inmates earn hospitality certificates through CSN prison education program

Eight women at Florence McClure Women's Correctional Center have reached a significant milestone by earning Certificates in Hospitality, Tourism, Convention, and Event Planning.


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New appointments announced for president's cabinet

The organizational changes announced in September have led to the appointment of two experienced leaders to the President's Cabinet.


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Nevada's NSHE appoints Senator Pete Goicoechea as new regent for District 8

The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) has announced the appointment of Senator Pete Goicoechea to the Board of Regents, where he will represent District 8.


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CSN students to restore 1978 Corvette for auction

A 1978 Chevrolet Corvette, acquired by Ken Goodrich, Chairman of Goettl Air Conditioning & Plumbing, at the Barrett-Jackson Auction in Las Vegas, has arrived at the College of Southern Nevada's North Las Vegas Campus.


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CSN hosts annual holiday party with toy drive

The College of Southern Nevada (CSN) hosted its annual holiday party on December 3 at the North Las Vegas Campus.


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Nevada DMV launches statewide rapid registration for online vehicle registration

The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has launched its latest service, Rapid Registration, across all state offices.


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University reflects on December 6 tragedy one year later

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas, reflects on the one-year anniversary of the tragic events that occurred on December 6, 2023.


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TMCC faculty shine at Reno Tahoe International Art Awards; MCO wins marketing accolades

Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC) faculty members Candace Garlock and Miles Hall have been recognized at the Reno Tahoe International Art Awards.


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Nevada Dental Board adopts new rules for handling consumer complaints

The Nevada Board of Dental Examiners has enacted a regulation aimed at enhancing the agency's processes for reviewing and investigating consumer complaints.


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University police launch memorial initiative with symbolic patches for campus unity

University Police Services Southern Command has announced a new Memorial and Awareness initiative aimed at strengthening campus connections within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE).


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TMCC sees record enrollment growth post-pandemic

Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC) has seen a significant increase in student enrollment, reaching over 11,000 students in Fall 2024.


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Jorge Gamez honored as December employee of the month at CSN

The College of Southern Nevada (CSN) has recognized Jorge Gamez as the December 2024 Employee of the Month.


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Nevada State University's nursing simulation center earns provisional accreditation

Nevada State University's School of Nursing Simulation Center has achieved Provisional Accreditation from the Society for Simulation in Healthcare (SSH).


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College of Southern Nevada offers mental health first aid training on December 13

The College of Southern Nevada is set to host an in-person Mental Health First Aid training session on December 13, 2024.


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Final star party of 2024 at WNC's observatory set for Dec. 7

The Jack C. Davis Observatory at Western Nevada College will host its final star party of 2024 on December 7, providing an opportunity for the community to learn about double stars, galaxies, and planets.


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CSN welcomes Josh Webb as manager of performing arts center

CSN is set to welcome Josh Webb as the new Manager of the Performing Arts Center starting in early January.


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CSN begins search for new president with focus on community engagement

The College of Southern Nevada (CSN) has begun its search for a new president.


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CSN alums create successful T-shirt business through innovative class project

Streetcrafter, a T-shirt business, emerged from a College of Southern Nevada (CSN) business class where students engaged in practical learning through a makerspace environment.