Date: Feb. 27, 2025 | Issue: February | |
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Students, Apply Now for Scholarships!
Western Nevada College Foundation is encouraging students to apply for the 2025-26 scholarships.
Last year, more than 500 Wildcats were awarded scholarships — this year, it could be YOU! Don’t miss the incredible opportunity to secure financial support for your education.
Complete your application and become eligible for more than 300 scholarships. The Foundation awarded more $800,000 in scholarships last year.
The deadline is April 1.
Apply now at wnc.edu/scholarships.
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Here's Your Look Ahead!
"Desert Whispers" and "Unraveling Home" exhibits Through April 9
Jack C. Davis Observatory Star Parties March 1 and March 29
Deadline to Apply for Graduation March 3
Student & Community Career Fair March 12
Total Lunar Eclipse Event at JCDO March 13 and 14
St. Patrick's Day Celebration March 13
Spring Break March 17-21
Deadline to Apply for 2025-26 Foundation Scholarships April 1
Fall & Summer Registration for continuing/returning students April 7
ASWN's Pet Day April 10
Fall & Summer Registration begins for new students April 14
ASWN Awards & Appreciation Ceremony April 18
Commencement Ceremonies May 19 and 21
Nursing Pinning Ceremony May 19
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Soren’s Journey: Hope, Strength & Support
One of the Child Development Center's Wildcats, 4-year-old Soren, is facing a tough fight against cancer.If you're able, please consider supporting Soren through the GoFundMe campaign: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-soren-fight-wilms-tumor
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View Blood-Red Moon at JCDO Event
Jack C. Davis Observatory staff and volunteers are over the Moon about its upcoming celestial event. So much so that it is going to remain open past midnight to provide full coverage for attendees.
JCDO at Western Nevada College is planning a total lunar eclipse viewing party on March 13-14 from 8 p.m. to 4 a.m. The event is free to the public.
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Building Community: Construction Students Lend a Hand at Solista Carson | |
It was a day that senior citizens at Solista Carson anxiously awaited. It was more than just a visit — it was a day filled with kindness, gratitude, and newfound friendships. Volunteers aren’t often able to step in for those everyday tasks that have become difficult, but on Feb. 18, Western Nevada College’s Construction students did just that, offering their skills and time to improve the lives of local seniors.
Western Nevada College’s Construction program turned compassion into action as 14 students, led by Construction Project Management Professor Nigel Harrison, visited the independent senior living community on Long Street to assist with a variety of much-needed repair and assembly projects, turning ordinary tasks into moments of connection.
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Musical Theatre Company's Magical Run Reaches 35 Years | |
Thirty-five years ago, the Western Nevada Musical Theatre Company began as a small, community program — one that some might have assumed would be short-lived. Instead, it has flourished into a beloved institution, bringing Broadway-caliber productions to Carson City and captivating audiences with unforgettable performances year after year.
Little did founder and longtime producer-director Stephanie Arrigotti know that when she started the program as Western Nevada College’s Community Services director in 1990 that it would grow into a renowned performing arts company.
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Legislature Helped WNC Strengthen Nursing Faculty
Western Nevada College’s Nursing Program is thrilled by the addition of three faculty members for the current 2024-25 school year.
Alyshia Fairbanks, a graduate of WNC’s Nursing Program and a seasoned healthcare professional; Erika Holiday, a doctorate degree recipient from Johns Hopkins University; and Amber Price, well-schooled in nursing and emergency medical services, brought their vast skills and knowledge to share with WNC students starting with the recently completed fall semester.
The nursing faculty positions were partially funded through the 2023 Legislative session.
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WNC Authorized for CDL Testing of Students on Campuses
Western Nevada College is excited to announce that its Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) program has been approved by the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) as an official third-party testing location for examinations.
This means that students training for their exam at WNC can now test for their CDL on its Carson City and Fallon campuses, eliminating the need to travel to DMV offices in other locations.
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Geosciences Scholarship Funded in Unique Way | |
Geosciences Professor Dr. Winnie Kortemeier has always looked at rocks a bit differently than others. The vast collection that she has curated for the college spills outside the geology classroom at Western Nevada College. But for a good cause, she will part with some of them — for a price.
That virtuous purpose — the Rock, Mineral and Fossil fundraiser — has allowed the Geology Club to swap rocks to educate students well into the future.
The sale, which started in 2016, reached a milestone in December when the community showed unprecedented support of the fundraiser. As a result, the Geology Club realized its goal of creating an endowed scholarship for future Geoscience students.
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Job Fair Provides Nursing Students with Real-World Opportunities | |
Western Nevada College nursing student Lupe DeSantiago left the college’s annual Job Fair not just with a stack of brochures but with a sense of possibility. “This is a really exciting opportunity to have one-on-one conversations with possible employers,” she said. “It’s motivating to know we could be working with some of these professionals soon.”
More than one hundred first- and second-year students in the program participated in the annual Nursing Job Fair and Professional Development event in the Bristlecone Building. Nursing Assistant students and pre-nursing students also took part in the event.
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Nursing Students Provide College with Blood Pressure Checks
Western Nevada College Nursing students Christina Brase, Dana Dickinson, Edred Marsh, Angelina Stein and Emilee Watson, with oversight by instructor Stefanie Bischoff, provided the college community with free blood pressure checks on Feb. 12 in the Joe Dini Student Center.
The event was presented by the Healthy Campus and Environment Committee for Heart Health Month. The nursing students also provided visitors with literature about high blood pressure, stroke and physical activity and nutrition.
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Variety of Late-Start Classes Begin On March 24
Students can choose from a number of late-start classes, including Biology, Mathematics, Auto Mechanics, American Sign Language, Welding and more, which begin on March 24.
These accelerated courses provide a shorter time commitment for students and the opportunity to work toward a degree, certification or both. Many of these late-start classes will end on May 17.
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Grads Have Until March 3 to Apply
Monday, March 3, is the deadline for WNC students to submit an online application to Admissions and Records to participate in graduation ceremonies. Check with your adviser on your graduation status for receiving a certificate and/or degree.
WNC commencement ceremonies are scheduled for May 19 in Carson City and May 21 in Fallon.
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Library's Family Friendly Space Makes Studying a Family Activity | |
Exciting news at WNC's Joe Dini Library! Introducing our new Family Friendly Study Space designed with child-friendly furniture, toys and books; this space is perfect for students who bring their young ones to study. Thanks to the WNC Foundation for making this possible!
The room can be reserved for up to 4 hours. Reserve your spot today by visiting https://wnc.libcal.com/space/87896 or phoning 775-445-3229.
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Dr. Kortemeier's Tahoe Discovery Shared in Spring Lecture Series
On Feb. 26, Dr. Kortemeier presented a free lecture about Lake Tahoe in Carson Nugget Hall. Her Spring Series lecture was titled “Tahoe: North America’s Oldest Lake.”
“We are extremely proud of Dr. Kortemeier and her research,” said WNC President Dr. J. Kyle Dalpe. “She's a great role model for our students and brings a variety of real-world experiences to them in the classroom.”
In her presentation — attended by 110 people — Dr. Kortemeier explained the science behind discovering that Lake Tahoe is at least 2.3 million years old — and the hype — of one of the world’s oldest permanent freshwater lakes.
KRNV News 4 in Reno provided this report on her presentation: https://mynews4.com/news/local/wnc-professor-reveals-lake-tahoes-ancient-secrets-in-lecture.
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Ukulele Students Put On Memorable Recital in Continuing Ed Class
Strumming into success! Our Continuing Education ukulele students showed off their skills at a fun and lively recital on Feb. 25. From first chords to full songs, they’ve come a long way! Interested in learning something new? Check out our personal interest classes at wnc.edu/conted.
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WNC Art Gallery Contributor, Educator Has 'Eye for Nevada's Beauty'
Artist Marie Nygren recently presented a captivating photograph exhibit in the Virgil Getto Art Gallery on WNC's Fallon campus. Her photography explores various counties in Nevada, offering a unique perspective that is inspiring and engaging. Lahontan Valley News' Steve Ranson's featured Nygren in "An eye for Nevada's beauty". View the story at https://www.nevadaappeal.com/news/2025/jan/29/an-eye-for-nevadas-beauty/.
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WNC Fine Art Professor's Exhibit Showing at TMCC through March 13
WNC Professor of Fine Art and Art Gallery Coordinator Rachel Stiff is presenting "Arid, Infinite, Above" at Truckee Meadows Community College's Main Art Gallery on the Dandini Campus through March 13.
"Arid, Infinite, Above" explores the dynamic relationship between time, space and the ever-changing landscapes of Northern Nevada.
The public can view Stiff's exhibit for free. TMCC’s Main Gallery is open Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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WNC Sponsors Carson-Douglas Game
Willy, the Western Nevada College mascot, interacted with students and mascots from Douglas and Carson high schools during a recent rivalry game on the hardwood.
WNC and WNC Foundation sponsored the game, Willy passed out swag during breaks in the action and those in attendance were informed about the college and scholarship opportunities for students.
Students planning to attend WNC can apply for a variety of scholarship opportunities with a single application at wnc.edu/scholarships. The deadline for applying is April 1.
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How to Know When WNC Closes or Has a Delayed Opening
An announcement about WNC closing or a delayed opening because of hazardous weather will be provided on the home page, social media and digital media, as well as email messaging to students, faculty and staff.
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