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...] about Nevada State College Hosts CNN Nevada Voter Focus Group During Presidential Debate
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Industry Focus: Education
With new legislation affecting Nevada’s educational system, leaders in the industry are adjusting to new funding, accountability measures and changing demographics. All agree that new efforts must be put in place to raise awareness of the value of quality education, as well as the state’s academic improvements. Recently, these leaders met at the Las Vegas offices of City … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Education
Nevada State College Announces New School of Education Dean Dennis Potthoff
Henderson – Nevada State College (NSC) has hired experienced educator and college administrator Dennis Potthoff, Ph.D., to be the dean of its School of Education. “Over the course of my career, I have made it a priority to create a classroom environment that encourages a high level of student participation,” Potthoff said. “At NSC, that is still my goal in working with our … [Read more...] about Nevada State College Announces New School of Education Dean Dennis Potthoff
Bank of Nevada’s John Guedry to be Honored with The Public Education Foundation’s 2015 Education Hero Award
LAS VEGAS - Bank of Nevada Chief Executive Officer John Guedry will be honored with The Public Education Foundation’s 2015 Education Hero Award, for his continued dedication to exploring ideas and strategies which promote excellence in public education. Mr. Guedry will receive the award during The Public Education Foundation’s 19th Annual Education Hero Award Dinner on October … [Read more...] about Bank of Nevada’s John Guedry to be Honored with The Public Education Foundation’s 2015 Education Hero Award
Bank of Nevada Collecting School Supplies for Hundreds of Students in Need
The public is invited to help provide school supplies for hundreds of Southern Nevada students whose parents may have difficulty providing the basic supplies their child will need. The 2015 Bank of Nevada School Supply Drive, happening August 10, 2015 through August 28, 2015, is a chance for Bank of Nevada employees, customers as well as the general public to … [Read more...] about Bank of Nevada Collecting School Supplies for Hundreds of Students in Need
PDQ and Vegas PBS Partner to Benefit Veterans and Services for the Deaf and Blind
LAS VEGAS – PDQ, a rapidly growing restaurant brand known for its fresh, affordable chicken tenders, salads and sandwiches, is joining forces with Vegas PBS to help veterans and bolster services for the deaf and blind. With the coming of a second location – set to open on Sunday, July 12 at 3010 W. Sahara Ave. – PDQ is ramping up its annual fundraising initiatives to raise … [Read more...] about PDQ and Vegas PBS Partner to Benefit Veterans and Services for the Deaf and Blind
The Children’s Cabinet’s Redfield Academy Announced Graduating Class of 2015
The Children’s Cabinet’s Redfield Academy congratulated the graduating class of 2015, who were honored at a special graduation ceremony at the Governor’s Mansion on Sunday, June 14. Graduates included: Jeronimo Rangel-Lopez: High School Diploma Jacqulin Acosta: High School Diploma Oscar Garcia: Certificate of Credits and Completion Jose Gonzalez: Certificate of … [Read more...] about The Children’s Cabinet’s Redfield Academy Announced Graduating Class of 2015
VEA Announces 2015 Annual Scholarship Winners
PAHRUMP, Nev. – In an effort to recognize hard-working students across its service area, Valley Electric Association, Inc. (VEA), a member-owned electric cooperative based in Pahrump, recently announced the recipients of its 2015 annual scholarships. Following a comprehensive review of submitted applications, the cooperative awarded four post-secondary education scholarships to … [Read more...] about VEA Announces 2015 Annual Scholarship Winners
Chamber Network Breakfast to Focus on UNLV Becoming Top-Tier
Dr. Thomas C. Piechota of UNLV to present HENDERSON, Nev. – The Henderson Chamber of Commerce will host its monthly networking breakfast from 7 to 9 a.m. Tuesday, May 12, at the Fiesta Henderson Cancun Room, 777 W. Lake Mead Parkway. Dr. Thomas C. Piechota, vice president for research and economic development and professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental … [Read more...] about Chamber Network Breakfast to Focus on UNLV Becoming Top-Tier
Education: The Key to Success
A high school graduate, entering the workforce in Southern Nevada directly after graduation, earns on average $6,000 more annually than a non-graduate. At a very basic level, that’s the effect of education on the economy. Education affects more than workforce, more than the economic development that comes as a result of the talents and training of employees and more than the … [Read more...] about Education: The Key to Success
Death and Taxes: With Some Revision, Sandoval’s Tax Hikes Not Necessary
In this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes.” — Benjamin Franklin Had Benjamin Franklin been living in 21st century Nevada, his famous quote might have read something like this: In Nevada, nothing seems certain, except death and tax increases. It appears that — regardless of who is elected, which party holds the majority, or how hard those in … [Read more...] about Death and Taxes: With Some Revision, Sandoval’s Tax Hikes Not Necessary
McDonald’s Celebrates Teacher Appreciation Week with Free Breakfast Promotion
WHO: McDonald’s Southern Nevada locations WHAT: In honor of Teacher Appreciation Week, McDonald’s invites all Southern Nevada teachers to visit its restaurants from May 4 through May 8 to enjoy one small McCafé coffee and a breakfast sandwich free of charge with proof of a faculty I.D.. The complimentary breakfast promotion is available at participating Southern … [Read more...] about McDonald’s Celebrates Teacher Appreciation Week with Free Breakfast Promotion
The Children’s Cabinet Offers Parenting Education Workshops in Washoe County at No Cost to Families
RENO, NV – Parent education plays a critical part in helping families build and maintain healthy relationships with their children, promoting a better future for each child. The Children’s Cabinet is an excellent resource in Washoe County, offering parenting education workshops at no cost to families, in both English and Spanish. The Children’s Cabinet uses evidence-based … [Read more...] about The Children’s Cabinet Offers Parenting Education Workshops in Washoe County at No Cost to Families
USC Northern Nevada-Lake Tahoe Alumni Chapter Welcomes Steve Lopes as Keynote
CFO and COO will deliver USC athletics update at inaugural Scholarship Gala Reno, Nev – “The best thing is seeing young people develop and grow, and then see them years later being successful.” That’s the most rewarding aspect of Steve Lopes’ job. Lopes is the CFO and COO, USC athletics, and has been an integral member of the athletics department for 30 years. It’s part of … [Read more...] about USC Northern Nevada-Lake Tahoe Alumni Chapter Welcomes Steve Lopes as Keynote
The Solution to Education: Do What Works
The Nevada State Government needs to stop throwing good money after bad; and, it should begin now. As business people, we have just a few days to affect our Nevada State Legislators and what they do, and do not, vote for. What do you plan to do? Sit back and be complacent and then suffer the consequences, or do you plan to be part of the solution? It seems government is … [Read more...] about The Solution to Education: Do What Works