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
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Rowing Club Becomes First Nevada State College Athletic Team
Respected Coach Jim Andersen to Lead Fledgling Program (LAS VEGAS) Nevada State College is set to make a big splash with the formation of men’s and women’s rowing club. Nationally respected rowing coach and former University of California coxswain, Jim Andersen, is recruiting Nevada State College’s best athletes for the team’s 8-person crews. “Rowing is a pure sport. … [Read more...] about Rowing Club Becomes First Nevada State College Athletic Team
HDA Hosts Third Annual ‘Made in Henderson’ Panel Oct. 20
HENDERSON, Nev. – The Henderson Development Association, the economic development arm of the Henderson Chamber of Commerce, will host its third annual “Made in Henderson” panel at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 20, in the James & Beverly Rogers Students Center at Nevada State College, 1125 Nevada State Drive. Focusing on manufacturing, the panel will feature some of the leading … [Read more...] about HDA Hosts Third Annual ‘Made in Henderson’ Panel Oct. 20
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
Industry Focus: Education
Education continues to be a hot topic for many citizens of the Silver State. Concerns over state rankings have been addressed by both public and private sectors in hopes of improving the overall status of students in Nevada. Recently, leaders in education in Nevada met at the Las Vegas office of City National Bank to discuss what can be done for Nevada to reach its full … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Education
NSC President to Discuss Economic Development at Aug. 9 Henderson Chamber Breakfast
Patterson to cover how business, higher education can work together to advance economic development in Southern Nevada HENDERSON – Bart Patterson, president of Nevada State College, will speak during the Henderson Chamber of Commerce’s August network breakfast, which will take place from 7 to 9 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 9, in the Sunset Room at Sunset Station, 1301 W. Sunset … [Read more...] about NSC President to Discuss Economic Development at Aug. 9 Henderson Chamber Breakfast
Nevada State College President Bart Patterson Earns Jim Rogers – Spirit of Education Award
HENDERSON – Nevada State College President Bart Patterson will be honored Saturday, July 23, with the Jim Rogers – Spirit of Education Award during the TMG Entertainment Silver State Awards XIV, held at the South Point hotel-casino. The annual awards program recognizes excellence and exemplary achievement by individuals and companies across Clark County in 29 categories. … [Read more...] about Nevada State College President Bart Patterson Earns Jim Rogers – Spirit of Education Award
Nevada State College Outstrips Fundraising Goals, New School of Education Building and More Scholarships In Sight
HENDERSON, NEVADA – Nevada State College on June 30 concludes the first major fundraising initiative in its history. The two-year Comprehensive Capital Campaign has raised $16.8 million to date and is on pace to hit $17 million by the month’s end, surpassing its initial goal of $10 million. Now the college is ramping up to raise millions more. The funds raised helped … [Read more...] about Nevada State College Outstrips Fundraising Goals, New School of Education Building and More Scholarships In Sight
Nevada State College Hires Nepantla Director Leilani Carreño
Henderson – Nevada State College has tapped Leilani Carreño to take the helm as director of the Nepantla Program, an initiative that aims to help underserved, first-generation college students achieve long-term academic and economic success. “Leilani comes to Nevada State College with rich experience that makes her a natural fit to lead this program,” Nevada State College … [Read more...] about Nevada State College Hires Nepantla Director Leilani Carreño
CSN & NSC to Award Scholarships at CCSD Reclaim Your Future Celebration Thursday
LAS VEGAS – The College of Southern Nevada and Nevada State College are proud to participate in the Clark County School District’s Reclaim Your Future Breakfast on Thursday, May 12, to help celebrate the hard work and dedication of 500 seniors who began their final high school year off-track and are now scheduled to graduate! CSN President Michael D. Richards and NSC … [Read more...] about CSN & NSC to Award Scholarships at CCSD Reclaim Your Future Celebration Thursday
MassMedia Expands Media Relations Team with Growth of Clientele
LAS VEGAS — MassMedia, a national full-service public relations, advertising and marketing firm, announces expansion of its media relations team who bring extensive knowledge in multi-media journalism. The expanded team includes Jennifer Bradley, media relations director, and Robert Kennedy and Jessica Lovell as media relations specialists. “MassMedia prides itself on … [Read more...] about MassMedia Expands Media Relations Team with Growth of Clientele
Nevada State College Commencement May 7: Largest Graduating Class in the College’s History
HENDERSON – Nevada State College will celebrate its annual commencement ceremony at 7 p.m. on Saturday, May 7, at the Henderson Pavilion. This year, the college will hold its largest commencement ceremony ever, with 403 graduates. Nevada State College has nearly doubled the size of its graduating classes over the past five years, having a graduating class of 211 in 2011 and … [Read more...] about Nevada State College Commencement May 7: Largest Graduating Class in the College’s History
Nevada State College wins $1.2 million federal grant to help first-generation, low-income students
HENDERSON – Nevada State College (NSC) has received a $1.2 million federally funded grant for five years intended to help first-generation and low-income students through a program that provides tutors, peer mentors, “success coaches” and help with preparation for graduate school. “This grant enables Nevada State College to really build a safety net of support for students, … [Read more...] about Nevada State College wins $1.2 million federal grant to help first-generation, low-income students
Nevada State College nears “Hispanic-Serving Institution” status
HENDERSON – Nevada State College has completed the first step toward being designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution now that its Latino student population has reached 25 percent of total enrollment. The college will be able to apply for federal designation as a Hispanic-Serving Institution in fall 2016 based upon fall 2014 enrollment. Colleges designated as … [Read more...] about Nevada State College nears “Hispanic-Serving Institution” status
Nevada State College President Bart Patterson to Present Statewide Mission Plan to Nevada Higher Education Officials
Henderson – Nevada State College (NSC) President Bart Patterson will present his Statewide Mission Plan for improving student access to four-year degrees at 9 a.m. on Thursday, March 3, during the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) Regents meetings at NSC. This will mark the first Board of Regents meeting to be held at NSC, 1125 Nevada State Drive, now that the newly … [Read more...] about Nevada State College President Bart Patterson to Present Statewide Mission Plan to Nevada Higher Education Officials