GOED Approves Workforce Development Program The Nevada Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED) Board of Directors has approved a grant to the College of Southern Nevada (CSN) for an advanced manufacturing rapid response program. The grant is for $2 million and is expected to expand skilled training offerings in southern Nevada by expanding and accelerating the … [Read more...] about Around the State
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Community Collaboration a Key to Student Success at Csn, Donors From Throughout Southern Nevada Help Students Graduate With Less Debt
The College of Southern Nevada and the CSN Foundation are pleased to announce that nearly $600,000 has been raised to provide scholarships to CSN students. Collaborative partnerships with donors from throughout the Southern Nevada community enable the Foundation to work toward its mission of graduating CSN students debt free. “Philanthropic support from individuals, … [Read more...] about Community Collaboration a Key to Student Success at Csn, Donors From Throughout Southern Nevada Help Students Graduate With Less Debt
CSN Students, Faculty Build COVID-19 Specimen Collection Kits. The College’s Medical Laboratory Program Partners With Public Health Officials
In the ongoing effort to help the community, future laboratory scientists at the College of Southern Nevada are lending their skills to the fight against COVID-19 by preparing specimen collection kits for front-line public health officials. Students from the Medical Laboratory program, along with their instructors, are volunteering their time and expertise and working in … [Read more...] about CSN Students, Faculty Build COVID-19 Specimen Collection Kits. The College’s Medical Laboratory Program Partners With Public Health Officials
CSN Motorcycle Safety Program Back on the Road
The College of Southern Nevada’s popular Motorcycle Safety Program will return next month. But interested riders should act quickly: Classes are already filling up. The program has been on hiatus since March, when the COVID-19 pandemic forced CSN to suspend its personal and professional development classes. The return will include smaller class sizes and other measures … [Read more...] about CSN Motorcycle Safety Program Back on the Road
CSN 2020 Graduate Receives National Honor – Prestigious Collegiate Organization Praises ‘Ambitious and Resilient Class of 2020’
June 8, 2020 - Complete College America is honoring CSN Class of 2020 graduate Krista McFarling-Kelly as one of 20 college graduates from around the country to highlight in its CCA 20 for 2020 campaign, which kicks off today. Krista, one of more than 3,500 CSN graduates this year, was chosen as the college’s 2020 Student Commencement Speaker. “My parents … [Read more...] about CSN 2020 Graduate Receives National Honor – Prestigious Collegiate Organization Praises ‘Ambitious and Resilient Class of 2020’
CSN Students Need Nevada Promise Scholarship Mentors
Mentoring is easier than ever at the College of Southern Nevada now that it’s done completely online or by phone to ensure everyone’s safety. More than 1,000 CSN Nevada Promise Scholarship recipients and applicants are meeting online and by phone with mentors now, but the college needs at least 100 new mentors to help these students meet the scholarship requirements. The … [Read more...] about CSN Students Need Nevada Promise Scholarship Mentors
Science & Technology on Display at CSN Expo
The College of Southern Nevada will hold its 16th annual Science & Technology Expo next month on the North Las Vegas Campus.As science and technology become ever more important in our lives and careers, our educational institutions must keep pace. CSN remains committed to providing the tools necessary for the success of the next generation of tech leaders. More than … [Read more...] about Science & Technology on Display at CSN Expo
CSN Opens ‘Coyote Cupboards’ Food Pantries for Students
**PRESS RELEASE** The College of Southern Nevada opened three new food pantries on its campuses this semester to help combat food insecurity, which can be an insurmountable barrier for students trying to complete their degree. A grant totaling $300,000 from the University of Nevada Cooperative Extension helped CSN establish the pantries, which will be operated in … [Read more...] about CSN Opens ‘Coyote Cupboards’ Food Pantries for Students
Technology’s RoleIn Nevada’s Economy
A diverse economy is stronger than one based on only one or two industries. Traditionally, Nevada’s economic foundations have depended on mining and travel, tourism and hospitality. When the last recession hit even the hospitality industry, a serious move to diversify the economy began. “The biggest impetus that started everyone down the path of the new innovations and … [Read more...] about Technology’s Role
Adaptive TrainingWorkforce in Nevada
Numerous factors are contributing to today’s dynamics of workforce training in Nevada—the approach, the offerings and the delivery—which continue to evolve to meet the needs of employers and employees. The Silver State keeps creating jobs at a record pace, the fastest in the United States for the sixth consecutive month as of the end of March 2019. Then, the year-over-year … [Read more...] about Adaptive Training
Higher Learning: Education in Nevada
The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) is in the process of becoming a true system as Nevada’s educational climate shifts to meet the needs of Nevada citizens and businesses. Those needs are creating a change from individual institutions working alone to meet those needs to a system of institutions working together. “There’s quite a bit that’s new in higher education,” … [Read more...] about Higher Learning: Education in Nevada
Henderson Takes Flight
It’s the second largest city in the state, but when Henderson residents talk about their city, they talk about community. As a community, Henderson has created a strategic plan to guide growth, looking ahead 20 to 30 years to make sure it’s still a city residents love. People who live in Henderson talk about the active lifestyle, entrepreneurial drive, outdoor recreation, … [Read more...] about Henderson Takes Flight
Las Vegas Reinventing a Strong Future: Open for Business
As one of the fastest growing metropolitan areas in the country, it’s no surprise Las Vegas has a strong economic engine. A creatively strong economy, Las Vegas is blending new technology with existing infrastructure, from the downtown Innovation District to the Smart Cities Initiative. Historically, the city has been a strong economic engine but, “The recession was a … [Read more...] about Las Vegas Reinventing a Strong Future: Open for Business
Blueprint for Evolution: Economic Development in North Las Vegas
Cities evolve. They follow distinct life cycles as economic conditions change. For the past three years the City of North Las Vegas has experienced a renaissance, and economic development is the driver igniting the growth. Through innovative programs and streamlined processes, North Las Vegas is creating opportunities for investors, developers and residents who want … [Read more...] about Blueprint for Evolution: Economic Development in North Las Vegas
CSN Film Students Earn a Record 26 Emmy Award Nominations
The college’s student film-makers took home eight of the prestigious awards last year LAS VEGAS – Students from the College of Southern Nevada’s Videography & Film program received 26 Student Production Emmy Award nominations, the Pacific Southwest National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences has announced. The more than two dozen nominations follows a record eight … [Read more...] about CSN Film Students Earn a Record 26 Emmy Award Nominations