Improving education in the Silver State has long been a priority for Nevadans. Recently, leaders in education met at the Las Vegas office of City National Bank to discuss opportunities on the horizon to elevate Nevada’s education rankings. Connie Brennan, CEO, and publisher of Nevada Business Magazine served as moderator for the event. These monthly meetings are designed to … [Read more...]
Beyond The Basics: Education in Nevada
Education is critical to Nevada’s workforce, economy and lifestyle. But Nevada’s public education ranks at or near the bottom of national rankings, and only 30 percent of Nevadans hold post-secondary education degrees or certificates. In the K-12 system, rankings are created from more indicators than simply academic, according to Traci Davis, superintendent, Washoe … [Read more...]
City of Henderson: City of the Future
At a time when technology makes daily leaps from innovation to reality, it’s people and the companies they form that bring the awe factor to life. In Henderson, both innovations and innovators are celebrated and cultivated, from the entrepreneurial spirit of downtown Henderson to the city being home to nationwide firsts. It’s people that transform a city into a City of the … [Read more...]
7 New Trustees Named to Lead Nevada State College Foundation
Will Leverage School’s Fundraising Initiatives As it seeks to leverage and manage its comprehensive and wildly fundraising campaign, the Nevada State College Foundation has named seven new trustees. “We are thrilled to have expanded our Foundation’s trustee base with such distinguished business and civic leaders,” said foundation chair David Grant. “All are respected … [Read more...]
HDA Hosts Third Annual ‘Made in Henderson’ Panel Oct. 20
HENDERSON, Nev. – The Henderson Development Association, the economic development arm of the Henderson Chamber of Commerce, will host its third annual “Made in Henderson” panel at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 20, in the James & Beverly Rogers Students Center at Nevada State College, 1125 Nevada State Drive. Focusing on manufacturing, the panel will feature some of the leading … [Read more...]
Nevada State College Announces 2016 State of College Address
WHO: Nevada State College WHAT: Nevada State College President, Bart Patterson invites community members to the campus for the 2016 State of the College address. The address will highlight the accomplishments and goals for the 2016-2017 school year. This will be a time for student, parents and community to come together during the 5th Annual Spirit Week to have a … [Read more...]
Industry Focus: Education
Education continues to be a hot topic for many citizens of the Silver State. Concerns over state rankings have been addressed by both public and private sectors in hopes of improving the overall status of students in Nevada. Recently, leaders in education in Nevada met at the Las Vegas office of City National Bank to discuss what can be done for Nevada to reach its full … [Read more...]
NSC President to Discuss Economic Development at Aug. 9 Henderson Chamber Breakfast
Patterson to cover how business, higher education can work together to advance economic development in Southern Nevada HENDERSON – Bart Patterson, president of Nevada State College, will speak during the Henderson Chamber of Commerce’s August network breakfast, which will take place from 7 to 9 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 9, in the Sunset Room at Sunset Station, 1301 W. Sunset … [Read more...]
Nevada State College President Bart Patterson Earns Jim Rogers – Spirit of Education Award
HENDERSON – Nevada State College President Bart Patterson will be honored Saturday, July 23, with the Jim Rogers – Spirit of Education Award during the TMG Entertainment Silver State Awards XIV, held at the South Point hotel-casino. The annual awards program recognizes excellence and exemplary achievement by individuals and companies across Clark County in 29 categories. … [Read more...]
Nevada State College Outstrips Fundraising Goals, New School of Education Building and More Scholarships In Sight
HENDERSON, NEVADA – Nevada State College on June 30 concludes the first major fundraising initiative in its history. The two-year Comprehensive Capital Campaign has raised $16.8 million to date and is on pace to hit $17 million by the month’s end, surpassing its initial goal of $10 million. Now the college is ramping up to raise millions more. The funds raised helped … [Read more...]
Nevada State College Hires Nepantla Director Leilani Carreño
Henderson – Nevada State College has tapped Leilani Carreño to take the helm as director of the Nepantla Program, an initiative that aims to help underserved, first-generation college students achieve long-term academic and economic success. “Leilani comes to Nevada State College with rich experience that makes her a natural fit to lead this program,” Nevada State College … [Read more...]
CSN & NSC to Award Scholarships at CCSD Reclaim Your Future Celebration Thursday
LAS VEGAS – The College of Southern Nevada and Nevada State College are proud to participate in the Clark County School District’s Reclaim Your Future Breakfast on Thursday, May 12, to help celebrate the hard work and dedication of 500 seniors who began their final high school year off-track and are now scheduled to graduate! CSN President Michael D. Richards and NSC … [Read more...]
Nevada State College Commencement May 7: Largest Graduating Class in the College’s History
HENDERSON – Nevada State College will celebrate its annual commencement ceremony at 7 p.m. on Saturday, May 7, at the Henderson Pavilion. This year, the college will hold its largest commencement ceremony ever, with 403 graduates. Nevada State College has nearly doubled the size of its graduating classes over the past five years, having a graduating class of 211 in 2011 and … [Read more...]
Nevada State College nears “Hispanic-Serving Institution” status
HENDERSON – Nevada State College has completed the first step toward being designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution now that its Latino student population has reached 25 percent of total enrollment. The college will be able to apply for federal designation as a Hispanic-Serving Institution in fall 2016 based upon fall 2014 enrollment. Colleges designated as … [Read more...]
Nevada State College President Bart Patterson to Present Statewide Mission Plan to Nevada Higher Education Officials
Henderson – Nevada State College (NSC) President Bart Patterson will present his Statewide Mission Plan for improving student access to four-year degrees at 9 a.m. on Thursday, March 3, during the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) Regents meetings at NSC. This will mark the first Board of Regents meeting to be held at NSC, 1125 Nevada State Drive, now that the newly … [Read more...]
Nevada State College Hires New Director of Marketing and Communications
Henderson – Nevada State College (NSC) has hired Ellen Guerra as its new director of marketing and communications. Guerra will be responsible for directing all marketing, PR, social media, brand management and community outreach. “Ellen brings to the college a unique skill set that will help boost our presence as a top-pick college for local, state and regional students who … [Read more...]
Nevada State College Holds First Open House for Prospective Students at Newly Expanded Campus, Offering “On-the-Spot” Scholarships
HENDERSON – Nevada State College (NSC) will give prospective students their first glimpse of college life on its newly expanded campus during an open house from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 18, at 1125 Nevada State Drive. “This is a great opportunity for high school students and others to see the high quality of education we provide at Nevada State College,” NSC … [Read more...]
Workforce Issues
As Nevada claims the distinction of having the highest private sector job growth in the country, according to the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation (DETR), decision makers are focusing on how the Silver State can best respond to workforce needs in an ever changing and diverse economy. “The economy is diversifying based on the economic development … [Read more...]
Nevada State College Invites Hiking Enthusiasts to Climb Mt. Scorpion, Now Officially Named After the School’s Mascot
HENDERSON – Nevada State College (NSC) invites hiking enthusiasts to join in the first official climb to the top of Mount Scorpion since federal officials approved its name earlier this year. The community hike starts at 9 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 24, at the NSC campus at 1125 Nevada State Drive in Henderson. Ample parking is available. “This is a thrill for us,” NSC … [Read more...]
Nevada State College Hosts CNN Nevada Voter Focus Group During Presidential Debate
HENDERSON – Nevada State College’s newly expanded campus will serve as the venue for a CNN voter focus group in conjunction with the network’s Democratic presidential primary candidate debate on Tuesday, Oct. 13. The focus group will include 30 to 40 community members, who will provide opinions on the candidates’ performance during Democratic National Committee debate. The … [Read more...]
