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University of Nevada Reno (UNR)

Economic Forecast 2021Recovery vs. Recession

January 1, 2021 By Jennifer Rachel Baumer Leave a Comment

February 2020: Nevada’s economy was at a peak. Unemployment stood at 3.6 percent. The state led the nation in new job creation. March 2020: Governor Sisolak ordered all nonessential businesses to close and Nevada entered the worst recession since 2008. In two months, 280,000 Nevadans lost jobs. The COVID-19 recession was a faster, larger drop than the Great Recession, … [Read more...] about Economic Forecast 2021

Daunting ChallengesMedical Education in Nevada

December 1, 2020 By John Seelmeyer Leave a Comment

Learning that their state continues to provide far too few doctors, nurses and other medical professionals to serve its fast-growing population, Nevadans sometimes ask Debera Thomas why she doesn’t simply add more classes at the Orvis School of Nursing at the University of Nevada, Reno. If only it were so easy. Thomas, dean of the Orvis School, and her peers in medical … [Read more...] about Daunting Challenges

Industry FocusSports

September 1, 2020 By Nevada Business Magazine Leave a Comment

Nevada’s sports industry has received a major boost in the past few years with the addition of major sports teams like the Vegas Golden Knights and Raider’s football team. Unfortunately, that momentum came to an abrupt halt with the start of COVID-19 restrictions that effectively halted live sport events across the nation. As Nevada teams learn to navigate keeping attendees … [Read more...] about Industry Focus

Around the StateAugust 2020

August 1, 2020 By Nevada Business Magazine Leave a Comment

WaterStart Program Addresses Technology Challenges After an initial $4.3 million investment, Nevada’s WaterStart program, from the Desert Research Institute (DRI) has already addressed $30 million in water technology challenges in the state. The program was funded through the Knowledge Fund, which is administered by the Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED). … [Read more...] about Around the State

A Look at EducationMoving at the Speed of Knowledge

March 1, 2020 By Jennifer Rachel Baumer Leave a Comment

  A vibrant, diverse economy requires a trained, educated workforce. A trained, educated workforce capable of taking on the diverse needs of its community requires a system of education designed to meet the needs of individuals and institutions in that economy. “We have to ensure that students who come out of college have good written and verbal skills and can work … [Read more...] about A Look at Education

Around the StateMarch 2020

March 1, 2020 By Nevada Business Mag Leave a Comment

Cure 4 the Kids and CCSD Debut Education Center The Cure 4 the Kids Foundation and the Clark County School District (CCSD) have partnered to open an education center. The center will help childhood cancer patients and others with catastrophic conditions maintain their educational progress during extended medical treatments. The center will be located in the same building as … [Read more...] about Around the State

Nevada Donor Network and University of Nevada Orvis School of Nursing Announce Dunkin for Donors Event Results

October 2, 2019 By Greg Ferraro Leave a Comment

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Students from the University of Nevada Orvis School of Nursing, in partnership with Nevada Donor Network, hosted a unique event at the University of Nevada campus to promote organ, eye and tissue donation on September 19. The group of students worked with Nevada Donor Network for their community intervention project, which aimed to educate students and faculty about organ, eye … [Read more...] about Nevada Donor Network and University of Nevada Orvis School of Nursing Announce Dunkin for Donors Event Results

Nevada MiningContinued Transition Into High-Tech

October 1, 2019 By Doresa Banning Leave a Comment

Imagine if mining companies could send an unmanned aerial vehicle, instead of a person, into a dark, narrow underground area to document the landscape or the scene following an industrial accident. Well, the Autonomous Robots Labs (ARL) at the University of Nevada, Reno is developing the technology for autonomous aerial robots to do just that, to explore, survey, map and … [Read more...] about Nevada Mining

Around the StateOctober 2019

October 1, 2019 By Nevada Business Magazine Leave a Comment

Opportunity Village Adds Inclusive Living Community Betty’s Village, a residential community for individuals with and without disabilities who want to live and grow in an integrated neighborhood broke ground last month at Opportunity Village’s Ralph and Betty Englestad Campus. The community will include smart living technology and integrated design on a 6.7 acre lot. Betty’s … [Read more...] about Around the State

Healthcare Heroes2019

September 1, 2019 By Nevada Business Magazine Leave a Comment

Corporate Sponsors Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield has been serving Nevada since 1965. As Nevadans, our associates live and work in the same communities that we serve. Last year, our charitable foundation and associates contributed more than $800,000 and hundreds of volunteer hours to vital organizations and causes across the state. “We have a proud history of … [Read more...] about Healthcare Heroes

Donor Duel Between University of Nevada, Las Vegas and University of Nevada, Reno Promotes Statewide Donor Registration

February 7, 2018 By Greg Ferraro Leave a Comment

This friendly competition between students, alumni, and supporters of the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) and the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) will see which group can register the most people as organ, eye, and tissue donors during a six-week period.

LAS VEGAS, NV ─ National Donor Day, February 14th, marks the beginning of Nevada’s first Donor Duel. This friendly competition between students, alumni, and supporters of the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) and the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) will see which group can register the most people as organ, eye, and tissue donors during a six-week period. This joint … [Read more...] about Donor Duel Between University of Nevada, Las Vegas and University of Nevada, Reno Promotes Statewide Donor Registration

The National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges and the University of Nevada, Reno Celebrate a Positive Sign of Enduring Partnership

November 1, 2017 By Chrisie Yabu Leave a Comment

The National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges celebrated the installation of its downtown office exterior sign in partnership with UNR.

(Reno, Nev.) - The National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (NCJFCJ) celebrated the installation of its downtown office exterior sign in partnership with the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR). The office is located at 300 East Second Street, a Basin Street Properties building. “On behalf of the NCJFCJ Board of Directors, members nationwide, and staff in Reno and … [Read more...] about The National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges and the University of Nevada, Reno Celebrate a Positive Sign of Enduring Partnership

Welcome to Nevada: October 2017

October 1, 2017 By Nevada Business Mag Leave a Comment

High Desert Truss & Lumber Erickson Companies recently announced the opening of a home framing manufacturing plant, High Desert Truss & Lumber, in Reno. A construction services provider, Erickson has been serving the Reno market from a California location. Increased activity in Reno’s housing sector has prompted the construction of the new facility. Once fully … [Read more...] about Welcome to Nevada: October 2017

Industry Focus: Manufacturing

August 1, 2017 By Nevada Business Mag Leave a Comment

Leaders in manufacturing recently met at City National Bank to discuss the challenges and opportunities facing their businesses moving forward.

The manufacturing industry has been in the midst of a growth spurt, with peaked interest from companies moving into the Silver State. This growth is presenting workforce challenges for the industry. Leaders in manufacturing recently met at the Reno offices of City National Bank to discuss the challenges and opportunities facing their businesses moving forward. Tarah … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Manufacturing

NCJFCJ Elects Judge Egan Walker to Officer of the Board of Directors

July 31, 2017 By Chrisie Yabu Leave a Comment

Egan Walker of the Second Judicial District Court Washoe County, has been elected to the National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (NCJFCJ)

(Reno, Nev.) – The Honorable Egan Walker of the Second Judicial District Court, Family Division, Washoe County, has been elected to the National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (NCJFCJ) as secretary of the board of directors. He has served on the NCJFCJ board for two years. “It is a great honor to be elected as secretary of the NCJFCJ by my peers,” said Judge … [Read more...] about NCJFCJ Elects Judge Egan Walker to Officer of the Board of Directors

Reno’s Biggest Little Pollinator Garden Selected as RSAR’s Build A Better Block Project Winner

July 6, 2017 By Chrisie Yabu Leave a Comment

The Reno/Sparks Association of REALTORS® (RSAR) has announced that the “Biggest Little Pollinator Garden” by Nevada Bugs and Butterflies

RENO, Nev. – The Reno/Sparks Association of REALTORS® (RSAR) has announced that the “Biggest Little Pollinator Garden” by Nevada Bugs and Butterflies in partnership with the University of Nevada, Reno, was selected as the 2017 “REALTORS® Build A Better Block” project. As the winning project, the Biggest Little Pollinator Garden will receive monies to continue its efforts in … [Read more...] about Reno’s Biggest Little Pollinator Garden Selected as RSAR’s Build A Better Block Project Winner

Nevada Donor Network Hires Christina Hernandez as Community Services Coordinator

July 6, 2017 By Greg Ferraro Leave a Comment

Nevada Donor Network (NDN) is pleased to announce the hiring of Christina Hernandez as the community services coordinator

Nevada Donor Network (NDN) is pleased to announce the hiring of Christina Hernandez as community services coordinator. In her new position, Hernandez is responsible for supporting the goals, mission and strategic plan of NDN through the development, evaluation, implementation and maintenance of its community services department’s strategies. Her role encompasses NDN’s DMV … [Read more...] about Nevada Donor Network Hires Christina Hernandez as Community Services Coordinator

De Castroverde Law Group Opens Reno Office

July 5, 2017 By Press Release Wire Leave a Comment

De Castroverde Law Group announced the opening of its office in Reno, Nevada. The firm has two offices in Las Vegas with 13 attorneys

LAS VEGAS - De Castroverde Law Group announced the opening of its office in Reno, Nevada. The firm has two offices in Las Vegas with 13 attorneys and more than 40 full-time staff. The Reno office is located at 5470 Kietzke Lane, Suite 300, Reno, Nevada 89511. The opening of De Castroverde’s Reno office is a homecoming of sorts, as Waldo De Castroverde, the firm’s founder, … [Read more...] about De Castroverde Law Group Opens Reno Office

Bryce Warner of The Applied Companies Joins United Way Board of Directors

June 13, 2017 By Chrisie Yabu Leave a Comment

United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierra announced that Bryce Warner has joined its Board of Directors and the chairman of the Annual Campaign Committee

Reno, Nev. – United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierra (UWNNS) announced that Bryce Warner has joined its Board of Directors and is the chairman of the Annual Campaign Committee. Warner is the executive recruiter at The Applied Companies, and is responsible for developing partnerships with clients to understand their culture and hiring needs. His focus on developing … [Read more...] about Bryce Warner of The Applied Companies Joins United Way Board of Directors

Beyond The Basics: Education in Nevada

May 1, 2017 By Jennifer Rachel Baumer Leave a Comment

Education is critical to Nevada’s workforce, economy and lifestyle. But Nevada’s public education ranks at or near the bottom of national rankings.

  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...] about Beyond The Basics: Education in Nevada

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