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STEAM summer camps prepare middle schoolers for advanced high school magnet programs

As students approach high school, middle schoolers and their parents often begin exploring advanced high school magnet programs.


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Jesse Hammond recognized as June employee of the month by AFA

Jesse Hammond has been named the June 2025 Employee of the Month by the Administrative Faculty Assembly (AFA) at the College of Southern Nevada.


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Tahoe Bike Month returns with events promoting cycling culture across the region

Tahoe Bike Month will begin on June 1, marking its 20th year of promoting bike culture in the Lake Tahoe region.


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TMCC student Sophia Roman earns top honors amid personal struggles

Sophia Roman, a 26-year-old student at Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC), has completed her studies with three associate degrees in theatre, communications, and psychology.


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Nevada System celebrates over 14k graduates statewide

The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) recently announced that over 14,000 students graduated from the state's public colleges and universities this spring.


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CSN High School senior receives $100K Frias Legacy Scholarship

As graduation season highlights student achievements in Southern Nevada, one student's journey stands out.


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Mineral County High School wins first Nevada FAFSA Challenge

The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) has announced Mineral County High School (MCHS) as the winner of the inaugural Nevada FAFSA Challenge.


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Study examines impact of wildfire smoke on air quality in Western U.S

Researchers are focusing on the effects of wildfire smoke on air quality, public health, and weather in a new study published in Environmental Science: Atmospheres.


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Graduate students showcase research at annual DRI poster session

On April 25, 21 graduate students presented their research at the Desert Research Institute (DRI) in Reno.


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CSN student awarded prestigious Jack Kent Cooke scholarship

Kristen Gibson, a psychology graduate from the College of Southern Nevada (CSN), has been awarded the 2025 Jack Kent Cooke Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship.


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Nominations open for 2025-2026 Regents' Awards by NSHE

The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) has announced the opening of nominations for the 2025-2026 Regents’ Awards, including the Sam Lieberman Regents’ Award for Student Scholarship.


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Nevada invests $1.8 million in WaterStart for developing innovative water technologies

The Nevada Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED) has announced a $1.8 million investment in WaterStart, a nonprofit organization based in Nevada.


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Tahoe Basin prepares for year-round wildfire threats with proactive measures

Forestry and fire experts have emphasized that wildfires are no longer confined to a specific season.


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African American Heritage Community honors Class of 2025 at graduation celebration

The June Whitley venue was filled with pride and joy on May 7 as the North Las Vegas campus hosted the African American Heritage Community Student Graduation Celebration.


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Nevada invests $1.8 million in WaterStart for innovative water technology development

The Nevada Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED) has announced a $1.8 million investment into WaterStart, a nonprofit organization based in Nevada.


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Graduation ceremony celebrates CSN's largest class in history

The Thomas & Mack Center was filled with excitement on Monday as the Class of 2025 celebrated their graduation.


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Nevada promotes safe boating during National Safe Boating Week

The Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) is collaborating with boating safety advocates in the United States and Canada to emphasize safe boating practices during National Safe Boating Week, which runs from May 17 to May 23, and throughout the...


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CSN town hall shares FY26 budget updates with community

The recent Town Hall presented by Rolando Mosqueda offered key insights into the fiscal year 2026 budget.


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Nevada launches tech strategy workshop for research advancement

The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) has launched the Nevada Research Technology Strategy Workshop, aiming to enhance technology for research and STEM education.


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Dr. Karin Hilgersom retires after leading transformative changes at TMCC

Dr. Karin Hilgersom is set to retire from her role as President of Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC) after nearly a decade of leadership.