Digging In: Student Spotlight on Pollinator Garden Volunteer Robert Ramirez
June 25, 2025
Certified Master Gardener Robert Ramirez, a biology student, is spending some of his summer creating a custom soil resource report for the Dandini Garden at ÃÛÑ¿app's largest campus.
June Good News
June 24, 2025
First responders from across the west participate in the Tesla Semi First Responder Awareness Training, local Rotary clubs support the automotive program, and Mamava pods support breastfeeding parents at all ÃÛÑ¿app sites.
The Honeycomb Project: A Tapestry of Connection and Creativity
June 17, 2025
Inspired by nature’s honeycomb, ÃÛÑ¿app’s Honeycomb Project unites artists across generations in a collaborative art initiative that celebrates community, connection, and environmental themes through shared creativity and expression.
Designing the Future: ÃÛÑ¿app’s Trailblazing Bachelor of Architecture Program Builds Homegrown Talent for Northern Nevada
June 11, 2025
The first graduate of the BArch program, Kaylan Phillips, got a job at a local firm while still a student at ÃÛÑ¿app. Now she's completed her program and leading the way for future students in the program to join this exciting career.
Math Faculty and Students Tackle Math Anxiety With Music
June 10, 2025
Students in classes with Math Professors Blisin Hestiyas and Rebecca Porter pilot a research project to lower math anxiety while listening to various musical styles.
Make Your Summer EPIC!
June 3, 2025
If you're looking for fun learning this summer, look no further than the EPIC course guide, with over 130 non-credit courses available in a wide variety of topics.
Alumnus of the Year Arthur Pacheco Beat the Odds Through Education
June 3, 2025
Art Pacheco dropped out of high school in 10th grade and told the Class of 2025: "I should be dead or in prison." Instead, he's thriving as the ÃÛÑ¿app Alumnus of the Year and teaching high school math at Hug High School.
ÃÛÑ¿app Launches Online Engineering Courses with NSF-Backed Pathway to UNR
June 2, 2025
The EPACT Program offers Northern Nevada students an affordable, supportive path to earn an associate degree in engineering at ÃÛÑ¿app and transfer seamlessly to UNR, with online courses and community support.
May Good News
May 30, 2025
Students and employees celebrated a ribbon cutting for the new Lizards Lounge Game Room, and the EPIC Instructor Spotlight features Japanese beers in a non-credit course by ÃÛÑ¿app's own Dr. Jeffrey Alexander.
Commencement Feature: Sophia Roman
May 28, 2025
The stage that saved her: get to know Sophia Roman’s journey to receiving the prestigious Sam Lieberman Regents’ Award for Student Scholarship.
With Vision and Heart: Dr. Karin Hilgersom Retires After Transformative Presidency
May 20, 2025
Upon her retirement, President Hilgersom reflects on her ÃÛÑ¿app legacy and shares some lasting accomplishments that will continue to make a difference for students in years to come.
Commencement 2025 By the Numbers
May 19, 2025
The Class of 2025 is an impressive group of graduates, which includes six new degree programs, 12 international countries, and so much more. Congratulations!
A Zesty Farewell to President Karin Hilgersom
May 13, 2025
Community members, employees and students gathered to pay tribute to Dr. Hilgersom for nine years of dedicated service to student success and academic excellence.
Commencement Feature: Josh Hvegholm
May 12, 2025
Radiologic technology student Josh Hvegholm is graduating with the Class of 2025, but that's only the beginning of his story of motivation. Despite an accident halfway through his studies, he's taking the stage--and walking across it into the future.
Congratulations, President Jeffrey Alexander
May 8, 2025
The Nevada System of Higher Education Board of Regents select Jeffrey Alexander, Ph.D. as the next President of ÃÛÑ¿app.
Season of Celebration: Honoring Outstanding Students and Employees
May 6, 2025
The annual employee and student awards ceremonies traditionally honor the dedication and excellence found throughout the ÃÛÑ¿app community. Congratulations to this year's honorees!
EastView Theater Groundbreaking Raises Spirits
April 30, 2025
The Performing Arts and Architecture departments are anticipating the new building to be complete in the next 18-24 months.
Nevada SkillsUSA 2025 Recognizes ÃÛÑ¿app Student Success
April 28, 2025
After preparing for months in their classes, over a dozen ÃÛÑ¿app and ACE High School students took home medals at the 2025 Nevada SkillsUSA competition.
Rev Up Your Future: Earn a Diesel Tech Degree Before High School Graduation
April 25, 2025
What if you could graduate high school with your associate degree already in hand and be on your way to a high-paying, in-demand career in diesel technology? At ÃÛÑ¿app, you can.
April Good News: Part 2
April 23, 2025
The Meadow clinches two awards, while Wizard's Warehouse opens a new location at the Pennington Health Science Center. We also shine a spotlight on EPIC Instructor Ray Hopper and his work with beekeeping.