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CSN offers free planetarium show series for students and staff

CSN's Dale Etheridge Planetarium, in collaboration with TRIO Student Support Services, is offering a series of free planetarium shows this spring.


UNLV faculty contribute expertise on diverse topics amid new year activities

Jingle bells have been replaced with school bells as UNLV kicks off the spring semester.


CSN Dining Services announces February events celebrating food and team appreciation

CSN Dining Services has announced a series of events and activities for February, aiming to engage the campus community with culinary delights and recognition of their team.


CSN hosts Construction Career Day with interactive exhibits

The College of Southern Nevada (CSN) is hosting a Construction Career Day on Friday, February 28, 2025.


CSN announces Spring info sessions for prospective students

The College of Southern Nevada (CSN) has announced a series of information sessions scheduled for Spring 2025.


Career services announces February lineup of networking and skill-building events

February will feature a series of career and networking events aimed at enhancing skills, building connections, and opening future opportunities.


CSN Foundation invites faculty and staff to apply for Spirit of CSN Grant

The CSN Foundation Board of Trustees is inviting faculty and staff to apply for the Spirit of CSN Grant Award.


WNC approved for on-campus CDL testing

Western Nevada College (WNC) has been authorized by the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles to conduct Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) examinations on its campus.


Nevada launches portal for educator workforce data

The Nevada Department of Education has launched a new data portal, the Nevada Educator Workforce and Class Sizes Portal, now accessible to the public.


Construction spending rises amid single-family housing demand despite tariff concerns

Construction spending saw a modest increase from November to December, driven by the demand for single-family homes and data centers, according to a report released by the Associated General Contractors of America.


Nevada offers $800K for off-highway vehicle project grants

Every year, the Nevada Commission on Off-Highway Vehicles allocates funds to support various off-highway vehicle (OHV) projects across the state.


GBC MTT team advances to regional semifinals in national manufacturing competition

Great Basin College's Manufacturing Machining Technology (MTT) program has achieved national recognition with its students advancing in the Project MFG competition.


Scholarship honors Ray Embry's legacy at Truckee Community College

Ray Embry, a founding figure at Truckee Community College (TMCC), played a pivotal role in the institution's development since its inception in 1971.


CSN offers hands-on emergency training across campuses in 2025

The College of Southern Nevada's Environmental Health & Safety Department is offering emergency equipment training sessions for students, faculty, and staff.


CSN introduces first funeral services degree program in Nevada

The College of Southern Nevada (CSN) has announced the launch of the state's first degree program in funeral services.


CSN partners with Japanese culinary school for international collaboration

CSN has entered into a three-year Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Murakawa Gakuen School Corporation (MGSC), a prominent culinary and confectionery school network in Japan.


Damien Ennis discusses tech education and AI impact at TMCC

Dr. Damien Ennis, a faculty member at Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC), has long been captivated by the potential of computer science.


CSN Leadership Academy returns with free sessions for faculty

The College of Southern Nevada (CSN) is reopening its Leadership Academy this spring, offering an opportunity for adjunct, e-hire, and tenure-track faculty to enhance their leadership skills at no cost.


Native Climate releases detailed climate projections for U.S. tribal lands

Earth's climate changes are not only about temperature increases but also involve various factors that affect agriculture.


Nevada sees rise in fourth-grade math but struggles persist elsewhere

The National Assessment Governing Board (NAGB) has released the 2024 results for the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP), revealing mixed outcomes in student performance across the United States.