Date: March 31, 2023 | Issue: March |
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Here's Your Look Ahead!
Foundation Scholarship Application Deadline April 1
Nursing Program fundraiser (watch the Aces) April 1
Summer/Fall registration starts for returning/continuing students April 3
Drivers' Ed Class April 3-7
WNC Legislature Day April 4
'80s Dance Party Fundraiser for Veterans Resource Center April 8
Summer/Fall registration opens for new students April 10
In-person Transfer Admissions Program Workshop (Dini) April 18
ASWN Awards & Appreciation Ceremony April 21
Commencement May 22 (Carson City) and May 25 (Fallon)
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Taylor O'Daye Recognized as Regents'
Scholar Award Recipient for 2023
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As a member of the Walker River Paiute Tribe, O’Daye aspires to improve health care on the reservation and serve as a role model for Native American children.
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Current, Prospective Students Can Apply for Scholarships through April 1 |
WNC Foundation has more than $800,000 in scholarship funding available for the 2023-24 academic year, making higher education possible for more students. The only requirements are that students be enrolled in at least six units at WNC, have a minimum grade-point average of 2.0 and complete the application by April 1.
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ASWN Awards and Appreciation Ceremony Set for April 21 at Fandango |
The Associated Students of Western Nevada (ASWN) will recognize outstanding students, faculty and staff during its Awards and Appreciation Ceremony in Casino Fandango Grand Ballroom on Friday, April 21, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. |
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Fall 2023, Summer 2023 registration Starts on April 3 and April 10 |
Returning and continuing students can register for summer and fall courses starting Monday, April 3, and new students can begin registering on Monday, April 10. |
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Regents Appoint Dr. J. Kyle Dalpe as President with Unanimous Vote |
The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) Board of Regents voted to appoint Dr. J. Kyle Dalpe as President of Western Nevada College at the board’s regular quarterly meeting on March 10 in Las Vegas. |
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Fine Arts Professor Rachel Stiff Honored with 2023 Regents' Award |
Tenured Professor Rachel Stiff was recently recognized by the Nevada System of Higher Education Board of Regents. The Fine Arts professor received the Regents’ Creative Activities Award.
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Industrial Technology Instructor Matthew Anderson Awarded Tenure |
Matthew Anderson’s tenure appointment was approved by the Nevada System of Higher Education Regents at their quarterly meeting on Friday, March 10 in Las Vegas. |
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Regents Recognize History Professor Amy Ghilieri with Teaching Award |
The Nevada System of Higher Education Board of Regents honored tenured History Professor Dr. Amy Ghilieri with the Regents’ Teaching Award at its quarterly meeting earlier this month in Las Vegas. |
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Professor Recognized by Chamber as 'Extraordinary Woman' |
Western Nevada College Professor of Music Stephanie Arrigotti and 11 other Carson City-area women were recognized by the Carson City Chamber of Commerce on March 15 during a luncheon event titled “Shining a Light on Carson City’s Extraordinary Women” at the Gold Dust West. |
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Congrats to Employees Celebrating NSHE Anniversaries in March |
Western Nevada College is pleased to announce that 25 current employees are celebrating employment anniversaries with the Nevada System of Higher Education in March. |
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Congratulations to Robert Drews for Publication of Look for Something Good |
Robert Drews, who in his eighth year as a writing coach in the Academic Skills Center, has written a book that was recently released by Vertu Publishing. |
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Acting Chancellor, Major General Share Leadership Secrets with Students |
Western Nevada College’s Student Leadership Committee hosted an impactful and life-changing summit on Friday. Students were presented with leadership styles and strategies, how to reach goals, the importance of networking and introspection during the all-day Student Leadership Summit in the Reynolds Center. |
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Legislative Reception Presented by NSHE Enlivens Joe Dini Library |
A lively Legislative Reception presented by the Nevada System of Higher Education attracted many state senators and representatives to Western Nevada College's Joe Dini Library on March 13. WNC President Dr. J. Kyle Dalpe addressed a crowd of more than 100 people, and NSHE Acting Chancellor Dale Erquiaga and Regents Carol Del Carlo, Jeff Downs, Dr. Michelee Cruz-Crawford, Joseph Arrascada and Heather Brown were in attendance. |
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WNC Partners with Redwood Materials for New Battery Training Program |
Western Nevada College, in collaboration with Redwood Materials, will develop and pilot a training program for new hires assigned to battery disassembly. The trainings will be offered on the Redwood Materials campus utilizing WNC’s Mobile Manufacturing Lab. |
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WCTE Open House, Job Fair Showcase College Faculty, Technology, Programs |
The WCTE Open House, Job Fair, Redwood Materials partnership announcement and Financial Aid Workshop on March 6 attracted many visitors to the Carson City campus.
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WNC Mourns Loss of Former Teaching Assistant in Tragic Care Flight Crash |
Nursing & Allied Health asks that you join them in remembering Ryan Watson, a Western Nevada college teaching assistant and Truckee Meadows Community College student, who lost his life in the line of duty on Feb. 24.
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College Grieves Over Passing of Longtime Faculty Member Jim Kolsky |
As a 33-year employee and one of the early faculty members at WNC, James Kolsky helped the college flourish and prepare students with the writing skills to excel professionally. James died in February.
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Nevada State Senator Attends WNC Open House, Redwood Materials event |
Nevada State Senator and Majority Leader Nicole Cannizzaro and her son, Case, visited WNC on March 6 during the college’s Open House and Redwood Materials partnership reception. |
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Lieutenant Governor, Carson City Mayor Turn Out for Open House at WNC |
Nevada Lt. Gov. Stavros Anthony attended WNC's Open House on March 6 and visited with college partner Redwood Materials' team, WNC President Dr. J. Kyle Dalpe, Carson City Mayor Lori Bagwell and NSHE Regent Carol Del Carlo. |
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What Better Way to Celebrate Military Day than a Photo with the Governor? |
WNC's delegation for Military Day at the State Legislature created a spontaneous opportunity for a photograph with new Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo, who served in the United States Army. |
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'A High Desert Tribute' to Show in Bristlecone Gallery until April 13 |
Artist Sidne Teske's paintings of dynamic landscapes and a series of compelling figure studies are on display in the Bristlecone Gallery on the Carson City campus. |
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CDC Trike-A-Thon Helps Fundraise for Fight Against Children's Cancer |
The Child Development Center hosted its annual Trike-A-Thon fundraiser on Friday, March 24, to support the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in helping the fight against cancer. Children rode their trikes, bikes, scooters and big wheels to do their part in this great cause. |
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WNC Day at the Legislature is April 4 |
Students, faculty and staff are invited to participate in Western Nevada College's Day at the Legislature on Tuesday, April 4. Wear your best WNC threads and join the fun! The college will be represented in the lobby of the Legislative Building from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
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Support the Nursing Program by Attending the Aces' game on April 1 |
See the Aces play their rival, the Las Vegas Aviators, at Greater Nevada Field in Reno. Infield reserve tickets cost $20, with a portion of the ticket sales going to WNC's Nursing program. |
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Support the Veterans Resource Center by Attending '80s Dance Party on April 8 |
Put on your spandex and big hair and break out your best dance moves in an '80s Dance Party on April 8 to benefit the Veterans Resource Center. The party runs from 2 to 5 p.m. in the Brewery Arts Center. Purchase raffle tickets, donate and participate in the best '80s-themed outfits for prizes. |
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Driver's Education Classes Offered in April |
Sign up your child as soon as possible for Western Nevada College's driver's education classes offered April 3-7 for $95. |
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