HENDERSON, Nev. – Nevada State University kicked-off the 2024-25 academic year, marking the start of its 22nd year providing quality and affordable degree offerings to its students. The university welcomed 13 new faculty members, two new academic programs and held its inaugural Scorpion Smart Start Week ahead of the new school year. “We are thrilled to welcome our Scorpions … [Read more...] about Nevada State Welcomes 13 New Faculty, Two New Academic Programs, and Inaugural Scorpion Smart Start Week as 2024-25 Academic Year Unfolds
Nevada State University President DeRionne P. Pollard Honored as 2024 National TRIO Achiever Award Recipient
The National TRIO Achiever Award recognizes outstanding individuals who participated in the Federal TRIO Programs, including Upward Bound, Upward Bound Math-Science, Talent Search, Student Support Services, the Ronald E. McNair Postbaccalaureate Achievement Program, Veterans Upward Bound, and Educational Opportunity Centers. HENDERSON, Nev. – Nevada State University proudly … [Read more...] about Nevada State University President DeRionne P. Pollard Honored as 2024 National TRIO Achiever Award Recipient
Nevada State University Announces New School of Education Dean Dr. Bernnell Peltier-Glaze
Nevada State University has named Dr. Bernnell Peltier-Glaze as the new dean of the School of Education and will assume the role starting April 1. Dr. Peltier-Glaze will oversee the School of Education, with an enrollment of over 700 students pursuing degrees in elementary education, special education, secondary education and speech pathology. She will also lead the faculty, … [Read more...] about Nevada State University Announces New School of Education Dean Dr. Bernnell Peltier-Glaze
NBA Veteran & Change & Impact Founder, Michael Kidd-Gilchrist Visited Nevada State University on Stuttering Advocacy Tour
NBA veteran, University of Kentucky Men’s Basketball Champion, and Change & Impact Founder, Michael Kidd-Gilchrist visited Nevada State University on Monday, March 4 as a part of the Change & Impact Stuttering Advocacy Tour. Kidd-Gilchrist presented his personal experiences as a person who stutters to students and faculty at Nevada State. “This is my first trip to … [Read more...] about NBA Veteran & Change & Impact Founder, Michael Kidd-Gilchrist Visited Nevada State University on Stuttering Advocacy Tour
Nevada State University Announces new Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs Dr. Sarah Frey
Nevada State University has named Dr. Sarah Frey as the new Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs, starting November 1. In her new role, Dr. Frey will be responsible for promoting the academic vision of Nevada State and will help to ensure the quality of academic programs and student support services. “We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Frey as the new provost of Nevada … [Read more...] about Nevada State University Announces new Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs Dr. Sarah Frey
Nevada State University Receives $100K Grant from GOWINN’s Project SANDI Initiative
Nevada State University (Nevada State) was granted $100,000 from the Governor’s Office of Workforce Innovation (GOWINN) Project SANDI Initiative to help provide professional training and technical certificates at no cost to students that are supported by Nevada Partners in the Nevada State Cyber Security Program. The program works to enhance academic, personal, professional … [Read more...] about Nevada State University Receives $100K Grant from GOWINN’s Project SANDI Initiative
Vice President of Nevada State University Recognized as a Señora of Excellence by the Sandy Peltyn Foundation
Dr. Edith Fernandez, Vice President of Culture, Planning & Policy at Nevada State College (Nevada State), has been recognized by the Sandy Peltyn Foundation as a “Señora of Excellence” for her work in supporting the academic advancement of Latino youth. Dr. Edith Fernandez was honored during the 2023 Awards Gala on Saturday, June 17 at the Westgate Resort and Casino in Las … [Read more...] about Vice President of Nevada State University Recognized as a Señora of Excellence by the Sandy Peltyn Foundation
Governor Joe Lombardo Signs into Law the Renaming of Nevada State College to Nevada State University
Nevada State College (Nevada State) will officially become Nevada State University on July 1, 2023 after Governor Joe Lombardo signed legislation codifying the renaming into law; SB273 received unanimous support from both the Nevada Assembly and Senate. The renaming goes into effect as Nevada State celebrates the culmination of its 20th anniversary year. Nevada State will … [Read more...] about Governor Joe Lombardo Signs into Law the Renaming of Nevada State College to Nevada State University
Nevada State College Launches First-Generation Success Program with $4 Million Anonymous Gift
Nevada State College (Nevada State), the NSHE institution with the highest percentage of first-generation college students, is launching a new initiative called the First & Fierce Program to support first-generation students, made possible through a $4 million anonymous gift. The donation will be used to fund the new program, which will provide mentorship support, … [Read more...] about Nevada State College Launches First-Generation Success Program with $4 Million Anonymous Gift
Nevada State College Announces Largest Graduating Class in History Ahead of Spring Commencement
HENDERSON, Nev. – Nevada State College (Nevada State) will celebrate its largest graduating class of 895 graduates at the spring 2023 commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 6. Founded in 2002, Nevada State has become the fastest growing institution in the state, boasting a student body of 7,162 students in its undergraduate and master’s programs. Following spring commencement, … [Read more...] about Nevada State College Announces Largest Graduating Class in History Ahead of Spring Commencement