Monthly networking breakfast to feature panel discussion May 8 HENDERSON – The Henderson Chamber of Commerce will host its monthly networking breakfast, “The Value of Internships to Employers and Company Workforce Planning,” presented by Bradford Glover of College of Southern Nevada, Nicole Wesley of Nevada State College and Las Vegas Councilman Col. (Ret.) Steve Seroka, … [Read more...] about Henderson Chamber to Explore the Benefits of Internships
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Nevada State Bank Celebrates Teach Children to Save Day with $8,000 Donation to Ruby Thomas Elementary School
On Friday, April 20, 2018, Nevada State Bank presented a check for $8,000 to Ruby Thomas Elementary School in celebration of Teach Children to Save (TCTS) and to support the school’s education efforts. In addition, bank employees presented timely financial lessons on “saving money” to Kindergarten, First, Second, Third and Fifth grade students. TCTS, a free national program … [Read more...] about Nevada State Bank Celebrates Teach Children to Save Day with $8,000 Donation to Ruby Thomas Elementary School
United Way of Southern Nevada Announces $1 Million to Support Agencies Solving Community Problems
United Way is shaking up the landscape of how agencies are funded - driving coalition building and evidence-based outcomes in its first multi-year funding process LAS VEGAS – The United Way of Southern Nevada is currently seeking proposals to support agencies and coalitions solving community problems. The $1,000,000 multi-year funding is a new way to support organizations … [Read more...] about United Way of Southern Nevada Announces $1 Million to Support Agencies Solving Community Problems
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
Industry Focus: Professional Organizations
Professional organizations have undergone a myriad of changes in recent years and the prevalence of social media has both benefited and added a new layer of challenges to the industry. Professional organization executives recently met at the Las Vegas offices of City National Bank to discuss the industry and most agreed, collaboration is key. Connie Brennan, publisher and … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Professional Organizations
Encourage Businesses to Invest in Education: Expand Educational Choice
Democrat gubernatorial candidate Steve Sisolak unveiled his education platform last month and, despite his best efforts, he unintentionally made a strong case for expanding Nevada’s only funded educational-choice program: Opportunity Tax-Credit Scholarships. “People want to help” improve education, said Sisolak, according to the Las Vegas Review-Journal. “Businesses want to … [Read more...] about Encourage Businesses to Invest in Education: Expand Educational Choice
What Teacher Had the Most Impact on You?
“My father, Professor Rogers, always shared his passion for business strategy and leadership with me. He encouraged me to strive for excellence and lead by example. The businesswoman I am today is because of him.” Akilah Rogers, General Manager | Opendoor Las Vegas “Mr. Peterson, AP English. He glued ducks’ feet to the ceiling, which made it seem like we were under … [Read more...] about What Teacher Had the Most Impact on You?
USC Northern Nevada-Lake Tahoe Alumni Chapter Hosts Spring Scholarship Social
Reno – The USC Northern Nevada-Lake Tahoe Chapter will host the 2018 Spring Scholarship Social on May 3, 2018 at Whitney Peak Hotel in Reno, Nev. The event will raise funds for continuing USC student scholarships for students that hail from the northern Nevada-Lake Tahoe area. Patrick Auerbach, associate senior vice president of USC Alumni Relations, will attend and address … [Read more...] about USC Northern Nevada-Lake Tahoe Alumni Chapter Hosts Spring Scholarship Social
Nevada Connections Academy Information Session
Nevada Connections Academy Holds Information Session in North Las Vegas Parents seeking innovative education alternative can learn how virtual public school, offered tuition-free, can meet their individual needs. What: Nevada Connections Academy Information Session for the 2018-19 school year When: Wednesday, April 18th 2018 @ 05:30 p.m. PDT Where: Hampton … [Read more...] about Nevada Connections Academy Information Session
Regents Approve New Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology at Nevada State College
The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) Board of Regents voted to approve a new Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) at Nevada State College. It will be the first master-level degree to be offered at the state’s only four-year college. The Master of Education (MEd) in Speech-Language Pathology will train students to become certified speech-language … [Read more...] about Regents Approve New Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology at Nevada State College
Vegas PBS Announces 19th Annual PBS KIDS Writers Contest
Vegas PBS is accepting original story submissions for the 2018 PBS KIDS Writers Contest. Stories with illustrations by students grades K-5 will be accepted. All entries must be received by Friday, March 23, 2018 at 5 p.m. to be eligible. Entries must be mailed or hand-delivered to Vegas PBS Ready To Learn, 3050 E. Flamingo Road, Las Vegas, NV 89121. The writers contest is … [Read more...] about Vegas PBS Announces 19th Annual PBS KIDS Writers Contest
The MGM Foundation Awards CSN to Support the Nevada Promise Program
The MGM Foundation award will support the tuition-free, last dollar scholarship at CSN. LAS VEGAS - College of Southern Nevada Acting President Margo Martin announced that the MGM Foundation has awarded CSN's Promise Program $80,000 to support the implementation of the tuition-free scholarship at the college and provide low-income Promise scholars with dollars for … [Read more...] about The MGM Foundation Awards CSN to Support the Nevada Promise Program
Burke, Thigpen Re-Elected to NCET Board
Jonathan Burke and Kurt Thigpen have been re-elected to the board of directors of NCET, a member-supported non-profit that produces educational and networking events to help people explore businesses and technology. Burke, an independent financial planner specializing in business and estate planning, was re-elected as NCET's vice president of audio-visual. He joined … [Read more...] about Burke, Thigpen Re-Elected to NCET Board
CSN Foundation to Present Three Community Awards at Gala
The CSN Blooming in Blue Gala will help raise funds for the new health and science building at Henderson Campus. LAS VEGAS - The College of Southern Nevada Foundation is proud to announce the return of its fundraising gala on April 7 at the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino and the honorees who will be celebrated. The gala, the Foundation's first in four years, will help … [Read more...] about CSN Foundation to Present Three Community Awards at Gala
Around the State: March 2018
Nathan Adelson Hospice Acquires Kindred Hospice Nathan Adelson Hospice, the largest non-profit hospice in Nevada, has acquired Kindred Hospice in Southern Nevada. Nathan Adelson currently treats 400 hospice and palliative care patients each day and has been in business since 1978. Leadership at the non-profit expects the acquisition to strengthen its position in the post-acute … [Read more...] about Around the State: March 2018