RENO — KPS3 Marketing, a full-service marketing and digital communications firm, has announced an endowment scholarship at the University of Nevada, Reno Reynolds School of Journalism in honor of Stephanie Kruse, founder, president and chief strategist of KPS3. The pledge from KPS3, announced at their 25th Anniversary Celebration, will be in the amount of $10,000 over the … [Read more...] about Stephanie Kruse Endowment Scholarship Established at The Reynolds School, University of Nevada, Reno
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Movers & Shakers: René Cantú Jr. Ph.D.
Executive Director Jobs for Nevada’s Graduates (JAG Nevada) (3 years in NV) Type of Business: Non Profit | Hails from: Laredo, Texas | 3 years with company in Nevada | Based in: Las Vegas How did you first get into your profession? During an internship with The College Board, I became interested in connecting high school students, especially those who face the most … [Read more...] about Movers & Shakers: René Cantú Jr. Ph.D.
Leadership Henderson Announces 2017 Class
HENDERSON – Leadership Henderson recently announced its class of 2017, the 17th graduating class of the program offered by the Henderson Chamber of Commerce Foundation. The 26 community and business leaders will receive more than 30 hours of professional leadership development training, which began with a kickoff event Oct. 13 and will continue through May. During the next … [Read more...] about Leadership Henderson Announces 2017 Class
Election Results Show Voters and Business Leaders United in Support of Public Schools
Reno - More than half of Washoe County voters agree with many Northern Nevada business leaders that improving public education, including school facilities, will strengthen the business climate of Northern Nevada. On November 8, 2016, more than 56 percent of Washoe County voters approved a permanent sales tax increase to provide funding for school expansion projects and new … [Read more...] about Election Results Show Voters and Business Leaders United in Support of Public Schools
McDonald’s Awards $50,000 to Local K-8th Grade Teachers
Local owner operators fund educational initiatives through MAC Grants program LAS VEGAS - On Monday, November 14, McDonald’s Southern Nevada owner operators hosted a recognition ceremony to award more than 110 teachers, grades K-8 with a total of $50,000 for its annual Make Activities Count Grants (MAC Grants) program. The check presentation at Somerset Academy – Stephanie … [Read more...] about McDonald’s Awards $50,000 to Local K-8th Grade Teachers
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...] about 7 New Trustees Named to Lead Nevada State College Foundation
Henderson GiVe Awards “Golden Give” to Inspiring Clark High School Teacher
Henderson Giving Circle Donates $50,000 Throughout the Valley; Founder Starts Giving Circle Network Henderson GiVe, a giving circle started in 2007 by a dozen friends who wanted to give back to the community in an impactful way, recently presented Luanne Wagner, the We R Community coordinator from Clark High School, with the organization’s “Golden Give” to recognize all she … [Read more...] about Henderson GiVe Awards “Golden Give” to Inspiring Clark High School Teacher
Governor Buries Hope of Education Savings Accounts
A Shot in the Head to School Choice Almost as soon as they were signed into law by the Nevada Legislature last year, Educational Savings Accounts (ESA’s) were contested by those that would hold back a ground-breaking solution to some of Nevada’s most serious issues. If you haven’t been following the ongoing battle for school choice, here’s a brief history. SB 302, or the … [Read more...] about Governor Buries Hope of Education Savings Accounts
Movers & Shakers: John Dougherty
Dean – College of Osteopathic Medicine Touro University Nevada (12 years in NV) Type of Business: Higher Education, Health Care | Hails from: Joplin, Missouri | Based in: Henderson What is the best moment of your career? Best and worst on the same day. Watching physicians I trained as medical students and then residents and knew from the time they were in junior high, … [Read more...] about Movers & Shakers: John Dougherty
Around the State: October 2016
Nathan Adelson Hospice Acquires Solari Hospice Care The largest non-profit hospice in Nevada, Nathan Adelson Hospice, has finalized the acquisition of Las Vegas Solari Hospice Care, an end-of-life healthcare organization previously owned by HealthCare Partners Nevada, LLC. The acquisition is the result of a long-standing relationship between HealthCare Partners and Nathan … [Read more...] about Around the State: October 2016
CSN to Host New Student Information Sessions
Potential students are invited to attend one of the monthly gatherings LAS VEGAS – The College of Southern Nevada invites prospective students and those just beginning the college search process to attend one of our new student information sessions. These sessions will occur monthly this semester and will offer information on topics that are vital for new students, … [Read more...] about CSN to Host New Student Information Sessions
CSN and CCSD Start New Dual Credit Pilot Program at Mojave High School
60 North Las Vegas high school students enrolled in pilot program LAS VEGAS – The College of Southern Nevada (CSN) and Clark County School District (CCSD) are pleased to announce a new dual enrollment pilot program at Mojave High School, allowing high school students to enroll in college courses taught by CSN faculty at their campus. Approximately 60 students have signed … [Read more...] about CSN and CCSD Start New Dual Credit Pilot Program at Mojave High School
Bank of Nevada Promotes Executive Vice President and Announces New Hires
LAS VEGAS - Bank of Nevada announced the promotion of executive vice president Sarah Guindy to corporate banking manager, and announced the hiring of Josh Osborn as vice president loan officer and Mega Rose Cruz as commercial loan officer. As corporate banking manager, Sarah Guindy will be based out of the Sahara headquarters focusing on the needs of existing and new … [Read more...] about Bank of Nevada Promotes Executive Vice President and Announces New Hires
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...] about Nevada State College Announces 2016 State of College Address
Southwest Medical Associates Adds 11 New Health Care Providers
Southwest Medical has added 11 new providers to help meet the growing need for health services in the Las Vegas community: Dr. Wahida Azimi, DO joins Southwest Medical’s Tenaya Health Care Center (2704 N. Tenaya Way) and works as a hospitalist. Azimi completed her medical training at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in Pennsylvania and completed her residency at … [Read more...] about Southwest Medical Associates Adds 11 New Health Care Providers