Enrollment Options Offered at Western Nevada College

Western Nevada College’s Fall 2024 semester is underway! That doesn’t mean students can’t enroll in college.

For students still planning to register for classes this fall, Student Services is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Students may register for full-term classes by completing a late registration form with instructor approval by September 20.

Students have other options for taking classes even after the semester has started. Open-entry (through the ninth week of the semester), late-start, and short-term courses are available. See the list of courses at wnc.edu/class-schedule.

“Students have told us that flexible course options are a key reason they choose WNC and we have worked to offer more of them this semester,” said WNC President J. Kyle Dalpe.

Upcoming activities planned for students on campus include a Welcome Week from September 9-12, Constitution Day on September 17, WNC mascot Willy’s birthday party on September 19, an Oktoberfest celebration on September 24, a Halloween celebration on October 31, and more.

New students can call the Admissions and Records Department at 775-445-3277 and review requirements to complete enrollment at wnc.edu/starthere. For assistance with coursework and career planning, call the Academic Advising and Access Department at 775-445-3267.

Continuing Education Program seeks proposals for 2025 courses

The Western Nevada College Continuing Education Department is seeking proposals for Community Education courses from January through June and for College for Kids courses for the summer.

Continuing Ed is looking for people who can meet the needs of our community by providing skills and knowledge that encourage learning. The program welcomes creative ideas: maybe you can teach a Bob Ross watercolor class, or you have the key to surviving the zombie apocalypse, or maybe you really know how to weave baskets underwater. Whatever it is, if you’re ready to share it with the community, Continuing Education wants to hear from you.

To learn more about what is expected, visit www.wnc.edu/continuing-education, call (775) 445-4210, or email [email protected].

Proposals must be submitted by September 9.

Board of Regents to Travel to WNC for Quarterly Meeting

For the first time since 2019, the Nevada System of Higher Education Board of Regents will visit Western Nevada College for its quarterly meeting on September 5-6.

The committee meetings precede the regular meeting of the 13-member Board of Regents, which begins at 12:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 5, at Carson Nugget Hall and resumes at 8 a.m. Friday, Sept. 6.

Dalpe will provide an update on the college Thursday afternoon and then introduce WNC psychology professor Dr. Rebecca Bevans for a presentation on the college’s flexible learning program. Lauren Stevens and Tyler Golden of Academic Advising & Access are scheduled to present a student success program at 9:15 a.m. Friday. Additionally, Melody Duley, WNC’s director of human resources and chief of staff, will sing the national anthem. Duley began singing in choirs at age 9 and studied vocal performance in college. She has been singing the national anthem at events for more than 20 years.

“We are honored to host the NSHE Board of Trustees meeting as we begin our second week of fall classes,” Dalpe said. “We are very proud of our college and the students we serve, and we welcome the interim chancellor, regents and NSHE staff to our wonderful campus.”

View the meeting at wnc.edu/notice.

WNC Child Development Center Wins Seventh Consecutive Best of Carson City Award

The streak of excellence continues for WNC’s Child Development Center (CDC).

CDC child care providers celebrated their seventh consecutive Best of Carson City award with Dalpe, Director of Advancement Niki Gladys, Chief Financial Officer Coral Lopez and staff members on August 26. Photos were taken and a colorful cake was eaten to commemorate what has become an annual celebration.

“We are so honored to receive this award again, for the seventh year in a row!” said CDC Director Anna Lisa Acosta-Rogers. “Teachers and staff work hard every day to provide high-quality care to every child and family we serve. We know how important quality early childhood education is and we want to make sure as many families as possible can benefit from this care for their children. We are blessed to be a part of WNC and our community.”

Since Acosta-Rogers became the facility’s director, the CDC has won the Nevada Appeal’s Best Child Care and Day Care Award every year. Community members vote online to select the best businesses, individuals and organizations in a variety of categories.

CDC staff provide families in the community with intensive care, safety, and formative educational training to nearly 100 children per day. CDC is the only National Association for the Education of Young Children-accredited program in the region (excluding Washoe County) and has received a five-star rating from the Nevada Department of Education’s Quality Assessment and Improvement System.

“Congratulations to Anna Lisa and her exceptional staff for continuing to make the Child Development Center the best option in the community for parents to ensure their children are cherished, cared for and introduced to early educational training while they work,” Dalpe said.

To learn more about the CDC, visit wnc.edu/cdc. For a full list of contest winners, visit nevadaappeal.com/bestofcarson2024.

President Dalpé rewards employees of the year

WNC hosted its 2024 Fall Commencement and Benefits and Wellness Fair on August 14 to celebrate the fall semester and recognize outstanding employees.

Dalpe recognized employees for their dedication and hard work over the past year during his upbeat presentation that inspired staff with updates and plans for the upcoming academic year. Those honored included Dr. Brigitte Dillet, Faculty Employee of the Year; Delia Bottoms, Classified Employee of the Year; Songhai “Song” Liu, Faculty Administrative Employee of the Year; and the Disability Support Services, President’s Team Award.

The 2024-25 Student Government Group (ASWN) was also introduced, including President Catalina Wilson, Vice President Lahaina Estomin, Treasurer Benny Buchanan, Senator Jordany Arevalo, Senator Elena Guzman, Senator Logan McAlister, Senator Emily Sanchez and Senator Sherlyn Vasquez.

This is the first time Dr. Dillet has received the Faculty Employee of the Year Award.

“It was a big surprise,” the Earth science professor said. “It’s very important to be recognized by my colleagues. I’m not really into awards because I didn’t grow up in a culture that gives them. I just do my job to the best of my ability, with the success of the students in mind.”

Bottoms is an Accountant III who works in the Controller’s Office. She began working at WNC in the fall of 2007.

“It’s wonderful to be recognized and honored for my work with a beautiful award. It means a lot to me,” she said.

Like Dr. Dillet, Song is one of Western’s longest-serving employees. The network engineer began working at WNC in 1997. He, too, is the first recipient of the Administrative Faculty Award.

“Wow, what an incredible honor! I am deeply honored and grateful to receive this recognition,” Song said. “First, I would like to express my sincere thanks to the Administrative Faculty Committee and my colleagues for this honor.”

Reserve your spot today for the 25th Annual Golf for Education Tournament

The Western Nevada College Foundation is hosting the 25th annual Golf for Education fundraising tournament on Friday, September 27, at Toiyabe Golf Club in Washoe Valley. Tournament teams are filling up quickly. Register to participate or sponsor the tournament at wnc.edu/foundation/golf-for-education.

The Scramble tournament helps fund vocational students. Players can expect exciting competitions, premium benefits, a barbecue lunch and a lively post-tournament reception.

To learn more about WNC, visit wnc.edu or call 775-445-3000.