During her educational career, Lisa Gallo Swan has been an innovator, adviser, coach, teacher, director, learner and more. She says those experiences and skills will come in handy as Western Nevada College’s new Fallon campus director.

“I was drawn to the position because of the unique combination it offers, blending my passion for student success, community outreach and collaboration,” Gallo Swan said. “My goal is to ensure that education is both accessible and impactful for everyone in these areas, contributing to a positive influence.”

Gallo Swan previously served as an academic adviser and assistant athletic director at Oasis Academy in Fallon.

“I had the privilege of spearheading successful initiatives that positively impacted students across academic, athletic and club-related endeavors,” she said.

After earning her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Gallo Swan devoted more than a decade of her professional career to mental health employment, providing clients with valuable educational, clinical and community resources.

Gallo Swan and her family relocated to Fallon in 2010 and she became involved in the community as parent volunteer, coach and substitute teacher. For the past eight years she has worked with students and parents at Oasis Academy. In addition to serving as an academic adviser and assistant athletic director, Gallo oversaw the student council and leadership program and coached the girls’ varsity lacrosse program, which she started.

Those skills and experiences will now benefit WNC and its students, staff, community members and stakeholders.

“I am pleased to welcome Lisa Gallo Swan to WNC as the newly hired director of the Fallon campus!” said WNC President Dr. J. Kyle Dalpe. “Lisa brings a great skill set to this job to help build programs and support enrollment in Fallon. Also, a big thank you to Jessica Rowe who served in this position for many years.”

She is excited to meet and work with new people at WNC. A community meet and greet for Swan is scheduled for Wednesday, Jan. 24, from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. in WNC’s Virgil Getto Art Gallery.

“I believe my most important role is to foster a thriving learning and working environment. This encompasses not only effective campus operations and academic support but also building strong connections within the campus community and maintaining a cohesive link between the Fallon and Carson campuses,” Gallo Swan said. “By promoting collaboration, ensuring the well-being of staff and students, and aligning campus activities with the broader goals of the institution, I aim to contribute to the success and growth of the Fallon campus and uphold the mission of WNC.”

To contact Gallo Swan, phone 775-445-3379 or email her at lisa.galloswan@wnc.edu.