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CSN ECo Club explores Red Rock Canyon's natural wonders

On February 27, 2025, over 30 students from the College of Southern Nevada (CSN) participated in an educational outing organized by the ECo Club at Red Rock Canyon.


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Nevada educators receive national recognition with RISE awards

Two Nevada school employees have been recognized with the national Recognizing Inspiring School Employees (RISE) Award.


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CSN hosts events for Women's Empowerment Month featuring leadership discussions

CSN's Women's Alliance is organizing a series of events for Women’s Empowerment Month, offering opportunities to engage in discussions on leadership, resilience, and issues such as affordable childcare.


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Coyote Conversations discusses women's empowerment month

Dr. Yvonne Realivasquez, Clarissa Cota, and Dr. Kelleen O’Connell recently participated in an episode of Coyote Conversations to discuss Women's Empowerment Month.


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Charleston Campus honors Veronica Ochoa as March 2025 employee of the month

Veronica Ochoa, an Accountant Technician I specializing in Third Party Contracts at the Charleston Campus, has been named March 2025 Employee of the Month for Classified Staff.


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Nevada to measure water levels in state wells during March

The Nevada Division of Water Resources will be conducting water level measurements in wells across the state throughout March.


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WNC hosts job fair connecting nursing students with potential employers

Western Nevada College recently held its annual Nursing Job Fair and Professional Development event, offering students a chance to connect with potential employers.


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TRPA introduces scholarships for community engagement in housing challenges

The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) has announced new scholarships aimed at empowering community engagement in addressing affordable housing challenges.


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Lake Tahoe environmental health shows stability with ongoing challenges

The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) has released a draft report indicating that over 90 percent of Lake Tahoe's environmental health standards are stable or improving.


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TMCC clubs complete service projects; nursing grads achieve perfect exam pass rate

The Business and Entrepreneurship Club (BE Club) at TMCC has been actively engaging in service projects, utilizing its business skills for community benefit.


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TMCC EPIC invites seniors to join diverse learning programs

TMCC EPIC (Educational Programs Inspiring the Community) offers a series of classes designed for lifelong learning, personal development, and social interaction, specifically tailored for seniors.


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Tahoe strengthens wildfire resilience through community efforts and strategic investments

The recent wildfires in and around Los Angeles serve as a stark reminder of the year-round reality of fire season, according to City of South Lake Tahoe Fire Chief Jim Drennan.


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College names Gavin Kroulik-Whipple March employee of the month

Gavin Kroulik-Whipple has been named the Employee of the Month for March 2025 at the College of Southern Nevada.


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CSN Women's Alliance hosts resource fair on March 4

The CSN Women's Alliance is organizing a resource fair to mark the beginning of Women's Empowerment Month.


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Nevada announces lineup for annual reading week in March

The Nevada Department of Education has announced the events for the 2025 Nevada Reading Week, scheduled from March 3 to March 7.


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CSN Foundation seeks volunteers for scholarship review committee

Ever wondered what it feels like to help transform a student’s future without leaving your couch?


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Student entrepreneurs prepare for Side Hustle Expo with expert guidance

The upcoming Side Hustle Expo, in collaboration with the City of North Las Vegas, NV Capital Readiness Program (NVCRP), EmployNV, and the Nevada Small Business Development Center (SBDC), aims to provide a platform for student entrepreneurs.


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WNC construction students volunteer at Solista Carson senior living community

Western Nevada College's Construction students recently volunteered their time and skills to assist senior citizens at Solista Carson, an independent living community.


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Experts advise caution around Lake Tahoe's black bear population

The Tahoe Interagency Bear Team (TIBT) is a coalition of experts from various federal, state, and local agencies dedicated to the study and welfare of black bears in the Lake Tahoe Basin.


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CSN's Dr. James McCoy honored as distinguished college administrator

Dr. James McCoy of the College of Southern Nevada (CSN) has been recognized as a Phi Theta Kappa Distinguished College Administrator.