Date: Jan. 23, 2026 | Issue: January | | |
Just because Western Nevada College’s 2026 spring semester is underway, doesn’t mean you are too late to enroll and register for classes.
Students have until Monday, Jan. 26, to add full-term classes through their myWNC accounts. When this date passes, students can add a course through Feb. 13 by submitting a late registration form with instructor approval to Admissions and Records. The late fee is $25.
If the full-term courses don’t work into your busy schedules, there are other options. WNC emphasizes flexibility with its classes, providing students who have families, work and other obligations, the opportunity to start or continue their education on their own timeline.
• Late start classes begin on March 23
• Open entry classes can be added as late as March 26
View course options on the college’s website at wnc.edu/schedule. Students who aren't yet enrolled in the college can begin the admission process at wnc.edu/starthere.
For more information on becoming a student at WNC, phone 775-445-3277. To receive academic advice, phone 775-445-3267 or book an appointment at wnc.edu/advising.
| | | |
Here's Your Look Ahead!
Notions of Erasure: United by Territory exhibit Through Feb. 12
Taco 'Bout Scholarships Jan. 26
ASWN Welcome Back Week on Fallon campus Jan. 26-29
ASWN-sponsored Blood Drive Jan. 28
ASWN Welcome Back Week in Student Center Feb. 2-5
College Transfer Fair Feb. 4
Financial Literacy for Students Success Workshop Feb. 10
Jack C. Davis Observatory Star Parties Feb. 14 and 21
Presidents' Day holiday Feb. 16
Nursing Job Fair Feb. 24
Spring graduation deadline March 2
WNC Knight Monsters Night March 13
Spring Break March 16-20
"Donut" Forget to Apply (for scholarships) March 24
| | | |
Record Number of Students
on Fall Semester Dean's List
Whether they are taking their classes in person, remotely or a combination of the two, Western Nevada College students are excelling academically.
For the recently completed Fall 2025 Semester, a record 572 students made the Dean’s List. This immense list of academic achievers significantly surpasses the 487 students who made the Dean’s List in Fall 2023.
| | | 20-Year Journey: Arturo Martell Earns Degree on His Terms | |
When Arturo Martell II walked across the commencement stage as a 2025 Western Nevada College graduate, he didn’t look like the typical student — and he had no interest in pretending otherwise.
Arturo’s path to an Associate of General Studies degree has been long, winding, “backwards,” as he puts it — and exactly what he needed.
For nearly 20 years, the Carson High School Class of 2004 graduate took classes at Western Nevada College, not to earn a degree, but to fuel his evolving career at Click Bond, the Carson City-based aerospace fastener manufacturer he joined in 2006. Certifications, hands-on experience and curiosity were his guiding priorities.
Working with WNC Access Program Coordinator Adrian Barrera, he learned that an Associate of General Studies required just several more classes, which he completed last spring.
| | | Dino-Mite: New Family Friendly Study Space Is Dinosaur-Themed | |
Western Nevada College celebrated the opening of its second Family Friendly Study Space on Jan. 21 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony led by President Dr. J. Kyle Dalpe. The newly opened space, located in Joe Dini Library, features a playful dinosaur theme designed to create a welcoming and engaging environment for students with young children.
The second Family Friendly Study Space was made possible through grant funding provided by the Carson Douglas Early Childhood Advisory Council (CD ECAC). The funding originates from the Preschool Development Grant Birth through Five Initiative (PDG B-5), which was awarded to the Nevada Department of Education through the Office of Child Care, Administration for Children and Families, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
| | | WNC Presents Scholarship to Student at Carson-Douglas Game | |
WNC’s sponsored high school basketball game on Jan. 21 turned out to be an incredible night for Melissa Bonilla.
Bonilla received a $1,000 scholarship from WNC Foundation. President Dr. J. Kyle Dalpe, WNC Foundation Executive Director and Chief Advancement Officer Niki Gladys, WNC Vice President of Finance & Administration Coral Lopez and Willy presented the scholarship to her during the Carson-Douglas boys basketball rivalry game.
In the actual game, the Tigers outlasted the Senators (75-62), who are coached by Tyler Golden, the assistant director of Academic Advising & Access at WNC. Some of Carson High's players already are part of the college, participating in WNC's Jump Start program, which allows them to take college courses while attending high school.
Willy also made his presence known, hanging out with the Senator and Tiger mascots and passing out swag along with student government leaders.
Students currently attending or planning to attend WNC can apply for a variety of scholarships with a single application at wnc.edu/scholarships. Apply by April 1.
| | | ASWN Celebrating Welcome Back Week on Feb. 2-5 | |
Students certainly don't want to miss Welcome Back Week on Feb. 2-5 in the Student Center!
After all, how many students get to join a college president for yoga? That's happening on Feb. 3 with President Dr. J. Kyle Dalpe.
The week of fun, free food and creativity also includes art activities: Air Clay Studio, the Art of Bonsai, Notebook Glow Up, Suncatchers, and more. There's also a Cookie Day, and Karaoke & Root Beer Floats on the final day.
| | | Traveling Exhibit in Bristlecone Features Six Nevada Artists | |
“Notions of Erasure: United by Territory," a traveling exhibition presented by the Nevada Arts Council, is showing in Bristlecone Gallery through Feb. 12. It brings together six Nevada artists whose works reflect on history, identity and the forces that shape who is seen and heard.
Participating artists include Jeffrey Burden of Las Vegas, Glynn Cartledge of Reno, Gig Depio of Las Vegas, Miya Hannan of Reno, Brent Holmes of Las Vegas and Bobbie Ann Howell of Las Vegas.
| | | | |
Sammons' Interest in Painting Began in WNC Classrooms
Western Nevada College’s Fallon campus is currently showcasing a meaningful and reflective art exhibit by local artist Jaime Sammons, whose creative journey is deeply rooted in WNC’s own classrooms.
After leaving the Navy and moving to Fallon in 2000, Sammons enrolled in a watercolor class at WNC, never imagining how transformative that single course would become. In Virgil Getto Hall, Room 312, she discovered not only a passion for still life and landscape art, but also a supportive community of instructors and fellow students that shaped her artistic voice and confidence.
Her exhibit is showing through Feb. 20.
| | | JCDO Team to Participate in Daytime Galaxy Talk on Jan. 31 | |
Carson City Parks, Recreation & Open Space and Carson City Park Ranger are teaming up with Jack C. Davis Observatory (JCDO) to present a Daytime Galaxy Talk at Silver Saddle Ranch on Jan. 31.
From 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Dr. Thomas Herring and observatory volunteers will guide guests through an engaging discussion about the Sun, with telescopes available for safe solar viewing in the Red House area.
This free, all-ages event offers a unique opportunity to experience astronomy in broad daylight!
| | | | |
Astrophotography, Yoga, Spring Gardening Classes Offered by CE
Western Nevada College's Continuing Education program is providing an outlet for community members to explore and develop their personal interests with classes this winter and spring.
Classes began the second and third weeks in January, but there are plenty more to come, including Beginning Astrophotography, Introduction to International Travel, Yoga Workshop, Spring into Gardening, and more.
View a list of Continuing Education's remaining personal interest classes and register at wnc.edu/continuing-education/personal-interest.
Also learn more about Professional Development, Career Training, and Motor Vehicle Training and Safety at wnc.edu/continuing-education.
For more information, phone 775-445-4210.
| | | ASWN Presenting Blood Drive on Jan. 28; Type O Blood Needed | |
ASWN will be hosting an on-campus blood drive on Wednesday, Jan. 28, from 10:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
There is an emergency need for type O blood donors, and ASWN is asking for your help in spreading the word and encouraging eligible donors to sign up.
If you are eligible, please consider signing up to donate, and if you know someone with type O blood, please encourage them to do the same. Your participation truly saves lives.
You can schedule an appointment by calling Vitalant at 775-329-6451.
| | | | |
Foundation's 2026-27 Scholarship Application Opens; Deadline: April 1
The Western Nevada College Foundation has opened its 2026-27 scholarship application, offering students an opportunity to receive financial support for their educational journey at WNC.
Each year, the WNC Foundation awards more than 250 scholarships, distributing over $800,000 to students across a wide range of academic programs and fields of study. The scholarships are available to new, returning, part-time and full-time students, and many recipients qualify for more than one award through a single application.
| | | Entrance Exam Dates for Nursing Students Announced | |
Aspiring nurses, start smart and local by taking the next step toward careers in nursing by testing into the program at Western Nevada College early this year.
Dates for the Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) for WNC’s Nursing program applicants have been announced for the 2026 Spring Semester. Students can choose from the following dates to take the required entrance exam. Testing starts Jan. 28 and additional dates go through March 4.
| | | | |
Transfer Fair Prepares Students for Next Step after WNC
Thinking about what’s next after WNC? We’ve got you covered!
Join us for the Western Nevada College Transfer Fair on Feb. 4, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., in the Bristlecone Building Spine. Meet with university representatives, ask questions, explore transfer options, and start planning your next steps with confidence.
Your future is closer than you think!
| | | Planning to Graduate This Spring? Apply by March 2 | |
Apply now to graduate this spring!
Monday, March 2, is the deadline for WNC students to submit an online application to Admissions and Records to participate in graduation ceremonies scheduled in May.
Check with your adviser on your graduation status for receiving a certificate and/or degree.
WNC commencement ceremonies are scheduled for Monday, May 18, in Carson City and Wednesday, May 20, in Fallon.
| | | | |
Students Encouraged to Apply for FAFSA as Soon as Possible
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the 2026-27 academic year is available, and Western Nevada College is encouraging students to complete the application as soon as possible to maximize their eligibility for financial aid.
Completing the FAFSA allows students to be considered for federal, state and institutional financial aid, including grants, scholarships, work-study opportunities and loans. Any student — regardless of income level — who plans to attend college during fall 2026, spring 2027, or summer 2027 should submit the FAFSA.
| | | | |
Spring Semester Hours for Dini, Beck Libraries Announced
Students’ second home for the Spring 2026 Semester — Joe Dini and Beck libraries — have announced their hours of operation for the semester.
Joe Dini Library on the Carson City campus will be open six days per week, including 7:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday.
Beck Library on the Fallon campus will be open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
For more information about Joe Dini library and its resources, go to library.wnc.edu/about_us.
| | | Thought-Provoking Speaker Urges Redefining Goal of Education | |
Western Nevada College was honored to welcome Dr. Kevin J. Fleming to campus on Jan. 14 as part of our Welcome Back meeting to launch Spring Semester 2026.
A nationally recognized author, speaker and thought leader, Dr. Fleming spoke to faculty and staff in Carson Nugget Hall on “Redefining the Goal of Education” — challenging us to rethink how success is defined in higher education.
His message was clear: Education should be organized around learners and purpose, not just courses and completion.
| | |
How to Know When Weather Impacts College Operations
An announcement about Western Nevada College closing or a delayed opening because of hazardous weather will be provided on the college's home page, on social media and digital media, as well as email messaging to students, faculty and staff.
| | | | | |
