President J. Kyle Dalpe
Welcome to Western Nevada College
At Western Nevada College, we believe education is a gateway to learning and opportunity. We meet students where they are and help them reach higher, whether they are beginning college right out of high school, returning after many years, preparing for a new career, building new skills or taking the next step toward a university degree.
Our students come to us with different goals, experiences and stories. Our mission is to be accessible to all, adaptable to change and dedicated to supporting every learner as they move forward.
It’s not just about getting students in the door. It’s about walking them through it and across the stage. Access matters, but so does completion and what comes next: a better job, greater economic opportunity, continued education or the confidence to pursue something that once seemed out of reach.
And the impact extends beyond the individual. Our graduates become skilled employees, leaders, neighbors and contributors to their communities. Their success strengthens families, supports our workforce and economy, and contributes to the vitality of the communities we serve.
For more than 50 years, WNC has evolved alongside western Nevada. As the needs of our students and communities change, we will continue to adapt while remaining focused on what matters most: creating opportunities and helping people build better futures.
Whatever brings you to WNC, we are ready to help you take that next step and discover what is possible.
Start Here. Go Anywhere.
J. Kyle Dalpe, Ph.D.
President
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Contact Us
President's Office
Bristlecone Building, Room 140
2201 West College Parkway, Carson City, NV 89703
Tracy Mendibles
tracy.mendibles@wnc.edu
775-445-4236