Western Nevada College News

Guests at the ninth annual Reach for the Stars Gala will enjoy an exceptional dining experience, captivating entertainment, and both live and silent auctions while helping raise critical funds that support academic programs, scholarships and educational opportunities for WNC students.

WNC Foundation Invites Community to Make A Lasting Difference at the Reach for the Stars Gala

August 7, 2026

2026 WNC Nursing Grad Cheyenne Clayson

Student Speaker’s Story Reflects Purpose of Reach for the Stars Gala

August 6, 2026

Based in Sparks, Quick Space/United Rentals has become a valued supporter of WNC students through investments that extend beyond campus events and sponsorship recognition.

Quick Space/United Rentals Invests in Student Success by Helping Remove Barriers at WNC

August 4, 2026

United Federal Credit Union has become a valued community partner of Western Nevada College through its consistent support of students and WNC Foundation events.

United Federal Credit Union Invests in Student Success as Principal Sponsor of Reach for the Stars Gala

August 3, 2026

WNC Construction Project Management Professor Nigel Harrison said he was confident that he could complete the TRTER 100K but didn’t have a clue on how difficult it actually the race would be.

WNC Representatives Pass an Ultra Test in the Sierra

July 28, 2026

Doctors Tim McFarren and Sandra Koch made area children happy campers this summer at WNC's Kids College.

Local Doctors Help More Children Experience Summer Fun Through WNC Kids College Scholarships

July 27, 2026

Metcalf Builders is one of the principal sponsors for WNC Foundation's Reach for the Stars Gala on Aug. 8.

Reach for the Stars Sponsor Metcalf Builds Bridges for WNC Students to Access Higher Education

July 27, 2026

CORE Construction is one of the major sponsors of the ninth annual Reach for the Stars Gala on Saturday night, Aug. 8.

CORE Construction Builds Opportunity Through Partnership with WNC Foundation

July 23, 2026

Lindsey Dwyer of Larkspur, Calif, and 100-mile winner Kyle Roberts of Granite Bay, Calif., both completed the Tahoe Rim Trails Endurance Runs' longest race in under 22 hours.

25th TRTER Ultra Runs Introduce New Race, Welcome WNC Runners, Produce Close 100-Mile Finish

July 23, 2026

Dr. Dana Ryan, right, received the Postsecondary Professional of the Year Award and Kristina Carey was honored with the Teacher Educator of the Year Award at the 2026 Nevada Association for Career and Technical Education (NVACTE) Excellence Awards event recently.

WNC Leaders Earn Three Statewide Career and Technical Education Honors

July 22, 2026