Providing Educational Opportunity in Nevada

The Nevada System of Higher Education, comprised of two doctoral-granting universities, a state college, four comprehensive community colleges and one environmental research institute, serves the educational and job training needs of Nevada.

The chancellor is appointed by the Board of Regents to serve as chief executive officer for the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE). She supervises the eight NSHE presidents and ensures the Board of Regents polices are implemented throughout the system. As chancellor, she is the System liaison with the governor, state legislators, and other public officials and community leaders.

NSHE provides educational opportunities to more than 106,000 students.

Patty Charlton
Chancellor
Daniel Archer
Vice Chancellor for Academic and Student Affairs
James Martines
Vice Chancellor and Chief General Counsel
Chris Viton
Vice Chancellor of Budget and Finance/Chief Financial Officer

NSHE Spotlight

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2023 Legislative Summary

The Nevada System of Higher Education 2023 Legislative Report is a summary of legislative activity from the 82nd Session of the Nevada State Legislature. This report is intended to provide an overview of impacts to NSHE and its eight institutions.

Learn More about the 2023 Legislative Summary

NSHE Chancellor Search

The Board of Regents is conducting a search for Chancellor of the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE). The selection and appointment of a Chancellor is one of the most important duties of the Board.

Learn More about the Nevada System of Higher Education Chancellor Search
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ad hoc Committee on Higher Education Funding

The ad hoc Committee on Higher Education Funding began meeting in November 2023. Additional meetings will be held monthly through August 2024.

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DACA and Undocumented Students

NSHE and its eight institutions remain committed to DACA and our colleagues throughout the country in urging Congress to find a permanent solution to maintain the residency status of DACA students.

Learn More about DACA resources for NSHE students

Departments

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Academic and Student Affairs

The Department of Academic and Student Affairs is responsible for overseeing a variety of critical systemwide functions and processes involving academic programs, policy development and student services at all NSHE institutions. 

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Finance

While the primary financial accounting and control functions are maintained at the institutional level, the System is responsible for the accurate and timely development and reporting of financial information.

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Legal Affairs

The Office of the NSHE General Counsel provides legal services to the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE), its Board of Regents, and institutions of the System. The Legal Affairs office also oversees NSHE Human Resources, Risk Management, and Retirement Plan Administration.

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Public Affairs and Advancement

The office of Public Affairs and Advancement is responsible for government affairs, communications, diversity initiatives, and community outreach. This department assists and supports the development of System-wide initiatives, ensures targeted messaging, and serves as the chief advisor for governmental affairs, policies, strategies, and analytics.

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System Computing Services

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Responsive, Reliable, Resource

System Computing Services (SCS), a division of the Nevada System of Higher
Education (NSHE), provides the Shared Digital Services that are the backbone of
delivering quality higher education in Nevada and connecting over 200 sites
statewide to the Internet, to digital resources, and to each other.

Shared Digital Services lower costs and enable a broader range of service offerings through collaboration, standardization, and effective governance. SCS plans, implements, manages, and supports Shared Digital Services and continually develops those services to better serve Nevada.

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Nevada System Sponsored Programs and EPSCoR

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Promoting Opportunities in STEM

Nevada System Sponsored Programs and EPSCoR promotes the opportunities and collaborations within science, research, education, and technology for NSHE institutions in Nevada

The mission of Nevada System Sponsored Programs and EPSCoR is to promote collaboration and multidisciplinary learning among NSHE institutions, and to enable alignment of our efforts with the needs of the state to increase research and STEM competitiveness.

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