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Statement on the passing of Dr. Joseph N. Crowley A wide shot of Wheeler peak, covered in light snow.

Statement on the passing of Dr. Joseph N. Crowley
November 29, 2017 Nevada
"The NSHE community is profoundly saddened today to learn of the passing of Dr. Joe Crowley,"
More than 12,000 apply for inaugural Nevada Promise Scholarship A high-angle shot of graduates in blue caps walking in a line during a commencement ceremony.

More than 12,000 apply for inaugural Nevada Promise Scholarship
November 7, 2017 Las Vegas, Nevada
Preliminary data indicates the Nevada Promise Scholarship Program received 12,193 applications from Nevada high school seniors
P. Mark Ghan named acting president of WNC A student walks through the quad of the WNC campus. Three other students walk together in the background.

P. Mark Ghan named acting president of WNC
October 19, 2017 Las Vegas, Nevada
The Board of Regents today approved the appointment of P. Mark Ghan as the acting president of WNC, effective October 19, 2017.
NSHE Supports Community in Wake of Las Vegas Tragedy The NSHE Logo set against a background of layered white squares

NSHE Supports Community in Wake of Las Vegas Tragedy
October 2, 2017 Las Vegas, Nevada
'We are all deeply saddened by the senseless act of violence that occurred Sunday evening."
Regents approve emeritus status for former chancellors and presidents The NSHE Logo set against a background of layered white squares

Regents approve emeritus status for former chancellors and presidents
September 7, 2017
Registration now open for 2017 NSHE Southern Nevada Diversity Summit Three students walking shoulder to shoulder are pictured from the rear as they walk towards a red building.

Registration now open for 2017 NSHE Southern Nevada Diversity Summit
Las Vegas, Nevada
NSHE supports DACA students

NSHE supports DACA students
September 6, 2017 Nevada
"The Nevada System of Higher Education reaffirms our strong commitment for the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program"
Nevada Promise Scholarship to cover nearly all costs for high school seniors attending community college in 2018 A high-angle shot of graduates in blue caps walking in a line during a commencement ceremony.

Nevada Promise Scholarship to cover nearly all costs for high school seniors attending community college in 2018
September 5, 2017 Las Vegas, Nevada
the Nevada Promise Scholarship, a new financial aid program for students who will be attending any of the state's four community colleges in fall 2018.
Board of Regents appoints Dr. Thom Reilly as next NSHE chancellor The NSHE Logo set against a background of layered white squares

Board of Regents appoints Dr. Thom Reilly as next NSHE chancellor
June 26, 2017 Las Vegas, Nevada
The Nevada Board of Regents today unanimously approved the selection of Dr. Thom Reilly as the chancellor of NSHE, effective Aug. 7.
Dr. Thom Reilly to be considered as next NSHE chancellor The NSHE Logo set against a background of layered white squares

Dr. Thom Reilly to be considered as next NSHE chancellor
June 8, 2017 Las Vegas, Nevada
Dr. Thom Reilly has been named today as a candidate for consideration as the next chancellor of NSHE

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Nevada System of Higher Education Launches Inaugural Nevada FAFSA Challenge
Foreground: Headshot for Regent Lois Tarkanian, background: a verdant valley covered by yellow and purple wildflowers.
NSHE Board of Regents Reflects on the Legacy of Dr. Lois Tarkanian at Quarterly Meeting
NSHE Board of Regents Approves Student Fee Adjustments to Enhance Campus Services and Facilities
NSHE Board of Regents Awards President Emeritus Status to Joyce Helens
NSHE Welcomes Senator Pete Goicoechea as New Regent for District 8