Date: April 26, 2024 | Issue: April |
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Here's Your Look Ahead!
Blood Drive presented by Vitalant April 30
Homeschool Program Open House April 30
2024 Student Art Show Through May 9
Walk for Hope May 1
Pie with the Presidents and Volleyball with VPs May 1
WNMTC's presentation of "Cinderella" May 10-19
DeStress Fest May 13-16
Nursing and Allied Health Pinning Ceremony May 20
Commencement Ceremonies May 20 and May 23
Memorial Day May 27
Extended scholarship deadline June 1
Summer Session starts June 10
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Public, College Community Invited to Participate in Walk for Hope on May 1 |
Western Nevada College’s Veterans Resource Center and Wildcat Veterans Club invite the community to participate in a Walk for Hope on Wednesday, May 1, at 9 a.m. It's an opportunity to bring awareness to the national and local issue of suicide and identify local resources and learning opportunities for prevention. Veterans and military personnel experience death by suicide at a rate that is about 1.5 times higher than civilian populations. |
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Reach for the Stars Gala 2024: Giving Back to the Future |
Gear up for a night that transcends time and space as Western Nevada College Foundation proudly presents its seventh annual Reach for the Stars Gala on Saturday, Aug. 10. Under the thematic banner of "Giving Back to the Future," this gala promises an immersive experience where philanthropy meets futuristic charm, inviting you to embark on an adventure of impact and inspiration at the Carson City campus. |
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Student Art on Display through May 9 in Bristlecone Gallery |
It’s one of more popular art exhibitions of the year at Western Nevada College. The 2024 Student Art Show is now showing in Bristlecone Art Gallery on the Carson City campus through May 9. The show features art created by students enrolled in classes from Fall 2023 through Spring 2024. Students’ artwork includes drawings, paints, printmaking, digital media, photography, graphic art, ceramics, sculpture, book art and mixed media. |
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Eight Performances to Choose from for WNMTC Production of 'Cinderella' |
The Western Nevada Musical Theatre Company will present the new Broadway version of Rodgers and Hammerstein's “Cinderella” in eight performances at the Carson City Community Center on weekends May 10-19. Winner of three Drama Desk awards and nine Tony nominations, this new Broadway adaptation is lavishly orchestrated and animated with a witty script that brings refreshing depth to the characters of the classic fairy tale.
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NSHE Supports Students through Rollout of 2024 FAFSA |
The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) is committed to supporting students through the rollout of the new 2024-25 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). As is often seen with changes and rollouts, there have been challenges with the U.S. Department of Education’s rollout of the 2024-25 FAFSA. In response, NSHE and its institutions have been actively working to support students by implementing expanded outreach, deadline flexibilities, continued monitoring and support, and partnerships with K-12. |
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SkillsUSA Event Showcases E.L. Cord Automotive Technology Center |
Western Nevada College’s E.L. Cord Automotive Technology Center was bustling on Wednesday, April 10, with students and judges participating in competitive testing on a variety of skills they’ve learned in auto repair courses and workshops. The SkillsUSA Nevada Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair state finals tested students' knowledge and provided an opportunity for them to learn their strengths and areas needing improvement, and meet other competitors. |
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Foundation's Scholarship Appreciation & Recognition Magazine Released |
Western Nevada College Foundation has released its annual We Are Western Scholarship Appreciation and Recognition Magazine. It's available in the Foundation Office and accessible online on the Foundation webpage. This year's magazine features scholarships and recipients, Willy Wildcat, the record-setting Reach for the Stars Gala, memories of one of the college's longest-serving presidents, how a mother of two was able to pursue her nursing dream, and more. |
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Western Group of Student Financial Aid Administrators Names Lazzari as VP |
Western Nevada College Student Services Executive Director JW Lazzari has been elected as vice president of the Western Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators, which is a branch of the National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators.
Lazzari's vice president role will begin on May 1.
"WASFAA serves an essential role in the western region and provides critical training opportunities, leadership development and advocacy for the financial aid profession. I am thrilled to continue to serve alongside such esteemed colleagues to advance the financial aid profession," Lazzari stated.
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Campagni Carson City Toyota Donates Brake Lathe to Auto Mechanics Program |
Dick Campagni Carson City Toyota generously donated a brake lathe to Western Nevada College Foundation this spring. This donation will support training for auto mechanics students in operating a brake lathe, an important skill in automotive services. Pictured are Brandon Rice of Carson City Toyota and a WNC automotive mechanics instructor, WNC Automotive Mechanics Instructor Sunshine Rice, WNC Auto Mechanics Lead Instructor Alex Street and Carson City Toyota Service Manager Jeff Hawkins. |
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Professor Profiles: Dr. Copley Salem Lifts Financial Burdens for Students |
How many college chemistry professors have a World’s Strongest Man competitor as their coach? Better yet, how many teachers create a free workbook for students or eliminate subsequent costs by providing students with lab coats and goggles as part of their tuition. Dr. Christian Copley Salem does all of that and more as a Western Nevada College chemistry professor. Learn more about Dr. Copley Salem and other WNC professors on the Professor Profiles webpage. |
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Congratulations: Yazmin Conchas Selected as Student Employee of Year |
Yazmin Conchas has been selected as Western Nevada College’s 2024 Overall Student Employee of the Year. In previous years, one student worker has been honored during Student Employee Appreciation Week in April. This year, however, multiple students were honored for the different skills that they bring to each department that they serve. Other honorees are Guadalupe De Santiago, Erica Diaz, Jordan Zamora and Hannon Callahan. |
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Foundation Extends Scholarship Application Deadline to June 1 |
Current and prospective students who haven’t applied for Western Nevada College Foundation scholarships are in luck. The deadline to apply has been extended to June 1. By filling out the application, students will be considered for more than 300 scholarships ranging anywhere from $500 to $5,000. |
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2024-25 Academic Program Available to Help Students Plan for Futures |
The 2024-25 Academic Program Guide has arrived on campus to help students as they plan for their career pathways and the requirements necessary for completion of degrees and certificates. The programs are available in racks around campus and in Academic Advising and Access. A digital version of the program is available in the drop-down menu on the homepage. |
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Nursing Students Receive a Surprise Visit during Emergency Simulation |
Western Nevada College's nursing students received a surprise when they learned that Nevada Lieutenant Governor Stavros S. Anthony was checking in on their emergency simulation event.
The lieutenant governor visited with WNC President Dr. J. Kyle Dalpe during his Carson City campus visit on April 12.
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Apply for Scholarship to Attend Climate Conference in Washington, D.C. |
WNC students, how does a paid educational trip to Washington, D.C., for the national Climate Conference in June sound? Citizens' Climate Lobby's Summit is empowering tomorrow's leaders through this conference on June 8-12. Earn a $1,200 scholarship that the Carson City chapter of Citizens' Climate Lobby is providing through WNC Foundation to attend the conference. Apply by April 30. |
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Why Wait to Register for Summer, Fall Classes |
New, returning and continuing students can pursue their higher education and professional goals by registering for Summer and Fall classes at Western Nevada College. A list of available classes is accessible on the college website at wnc.edu/class-schedule. Individuals planning to attend WNC for the first time can apply for admission at wnc.edu/starthere/.
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ASWN Presents Awards to Students, Faculty and Staff at Casino Fandango |
The Associated Students of Western Nevada (ASWN) recognized outstanding students, faculty and staff during its Awards and Appreciation Ceremony on April 19 in Casino Fandango Grand Ballroom. The reception enabled the student government group the opportunity to present awards to students in a variety of academic areas, including Workforce, Career and Technical Education; Jump Start; Liberal Arts; and Nursing & Allied Health.
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Dr. Herring Travels into Path of Solar Eclipse Totality |
Western Nevada College Professor of Physics Dr. Thomas Herring, who also serves as the director of Jack C. Davis Observatory, made a special effort in order to view the recent solar eclipse in totality. While visiting his cousin in Georgetown, Texas, he also enjoyed and recorded the spectacle of a total solar eclipse on April 8.
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Homeschool Program Open House Set for April 30 in Dini Library Room 201 |
Dr. Rebecca Bevans, Professor of Psychology and WNC's Homeschool Coordinator, is hosting a Homeschool Open House on April 30 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. in the Dini Library Rom 201. WNC's Homeschool Program is an opportunity for high school students interested in aligning their high school curriculum with college courses. Parents and students are welcome! |
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CDC Children Plant Pinwheels for Child Abuse Prevention Month |
The Child Development Center’s little champions adorned the lawn with pinwheels April 12 during Child Abuse Prevention Month. The pinwheels are a powerful reminder that each one of us can make a difference in a child's life. Together, we can create communities where every child feels safe.
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Carson City Chamber Leadership Institute Tours WCTE Facilities |
Carson City Chamber Leadership Institute (CCCLI), now in its 35th year, visited Western Nevada College on April 11. The group toured Western’s Workforce, Career and Technical Education programs, with WNC President Dr. J. Kyle Dalpe, WCTE Director Travis Carr and various instructors, providing information about the college and our programs. The leadership institute includes WNC’s Academic Advising and Access Director Lauren Stevens and Construction Project Management Instructor Nigel Harrison. |
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Dog, Donuts & Donate Life, a Paw-sitive Event |
The University Police Department (Northern Command) and Nevada Donor Network teamed up to bring law enforcement agencies from across the state to Western! It was an amazing opportunity for students and staff to connect with our local heroes.
And the best part? You can register to be an organ donor today at DonateLife.net and potentially save a life. Let's make a difference together!
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University Police Services Presents Alcohol Awareness Event |
University Police Services presented an alcohol awareness event on April 9 in Dini Student Center as part of Alcohol Awareness Month. Alcohol abuse information and field sobriety tests helped students better understand the impacts of binge drinking and impairment. |
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