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6375 W. Charleston Ave., W115E
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Founded in 1971, the College of Southern Nevada is a state-supported institution of higher learning offering two-year degrees, certificates and workforce training. CSN offers more than 3,000 courses each semester in over 130 fields of study with more than 215 degree and certificate options. Those planning to attend a four-year college or university will find that the college offers many transferable courses to fit most every educational need.

The Charleston Campus is the largest of our 3 main campuses. Located in the city of Las Vegas approximately 6 miles west of downtown, the Charleston Campus is situated on 80 acres and boasts the largest enrollment of any of our campuses. Since 1988, the Charleston Campus has provided education and training to meet the growing demand for professionals entering the healthcare and information technology fields as well as offering an extensive array of general education and transfer courses.

Today, our campus houses facilities for our art and art history programs, health professions, business, science and mathematics, and since Spring 2004 we have offered instruction leading toward a Bachelor Degree in Dental Hygiene. Because of the ever-increasing need for education and training, the Charleston Campus has blossomed with one new capital construction project completed nearly every two years. The newest facilities on campus include the Ralph & Betty Englestad School of Health Sciences, a library and classroom complex and a Fire Station partnership with the City of Las Vegas that features classroom space dedicated to our fire science technology program.

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CSN Commemorates 40 Years of Service

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 11, 2011 — The state’s largest college will celebrate 40 years of service to Southern Nevada this year with more than a million alumni, 67,000 credit and non-credit students and hundreds of community supporters. “This 40th year, CSN has much to celebrate, including nationally renowned academic programs such as nursing, HVAC, cardiorespiratory and fire science technology,” said CSN President Michael D. Richards. “I would like to thank all Nevadans for believing in CSN and supporting our students in their quest toward new opportunities. For the last four decades, we have grown with this state and helped more than a million Nevadans gain the skills, training and education they need to improve the quality of their lives.” CSN began in 1971 as the Clark County Community College with an enrollment of approximately 400 students and a mission to serve as an open-door institution where any high school graduate or adult willing to work hard could earn a post-secondary education. Today, the College of Southern Nevada offers more than 200 degree and certificate options in more than 130 areas of study and educates more than 43,600 students a semester or about 67,000 unique credit and non-credit students each year. Today, the college has three campuses, nine sites and centers and operates in more than 50 sites around Southern Nevada to provide access to urban and rural residents. CSN now offers late night classes until 3 a.m. and more than 30 degree and certificate programs entirely online as part of its goal to provide access to higher education. “Today CSN’s open-door policy remains central to the college’s mission, although three years of substantial state budget cuts have diminished our ability to meet demand for classes and training,” Richards said. “This 40th year, we are celebrating not only our past contribution to this state, but also what we can be with appropriate support during the next four decades.” A result of its growth and vision for the future, CSN’s economic impact is substantial. The college’s operations and current and former students contribute more than $864.8 million a year to the local economy. In fact, taxpayers’ annual investment in CSN produces a 9.2 percent rate of return, according to a recent study conducted by EMSI, Inc. As part of the year-long 40th anniversary celebration, a new CSN anniversary logo has been designed (included with this announcement) to commemorate the college’s 40 years of higher education service. In addition, CSN is planning various events with community partners to help celebrate this important college milestone with our students, staff, neighbors and friends. For more information about these events go to <a href="http://www.csn.edu/anniversary">www.csn.edu/anniversary</a>.

CSN Commemorates 40 Years of Service

The state’s largest college will celebrate 40 years of service to Southern Nevada this year with more than a million alumni, 67,000 credit and non-credit students and hundreds of community supporters. “This 40th year, CSN has much to celebrate, including nationally renowned academic programs such as nursing, HVAC, cardiorespiratory and fire science technology,” said CSN President Michael D. Richards. “I would like to thank all Nevadans for believing in CSN and supporting our students in their quest toward new opportunities. For the last four decades, we have grown with this state and helped more than a million Nevadans gain the skills, training and education they need to improve the quality of their lives.” CSN began in 1971 as the Clark County Community College with an enrollment of approximately 400 students and a mission to serve as an open-door institution where any high school graduate or adult willing to work hard could earn a post-secondary education. Today, the College of Southern Nevada offers more than 200 degree and certificate options in more than 130 areas of study and educates more than 43,600 students a semester or about 67,000 unique credit and non-credit students each year. Today, the college has three campuses, nine sites and centers and operates in more than 50 sites around Southern Nevada to provide access to urban and rural residents. CSN now offers late night classes until 3 a.m. and more than 30 degree and certificate programs entirely online as part of its goal to provide access to higher education. “Today CSN’s open-door policy remains central to the college’s mission, although three years of substantial state budget cuts have diminished our ability to meet demand for classes and training,” Richards said. “This 40th year, we are celebrating not only our past contribution to this state, but also what we can be with appropriate support during the next four decades.” A result of its growth and vision for the future, CSN’s economic impact is substantial. The college’s operations and current and former students contribute more than $864.8 million a year to the local economy. In fact, taxpayers’ annual investment in CSN produces a 9.2 percent rate of return, according to a recent study conducted by EMSI, Inc. As part of the year-long 40th anniversary celebration, a new CSN anniversary logo has been designed (included with this announcement) to commemorate the college’s 40 years of higher education service. In addition, CSN is planning various events with community partners to help celebrate this important college milestone with our students, staff, neighbors and friends. For more information about these events go to www.csn.edu/anniversary.

CSN Kicks Off New Accelerated Business Degree

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 18, 2011 — The College of Southern Nevada is pleased to invite members of the public and media to attend the kickoff event for the new Accelerated Associate of Business Degree program tomorrow, Jan. 19, at 2 p.m. at the Charleston campus. The new Accelerated Associate of Business Degree allows returning CSN business students to complete 30 academic credits and finish their degree in one semester. The grant-funded program sponsored by the Nevada System of Higher Education and the U.S. Department of Education will fund 20 students, including their tuition, fees, and books, as they embark upon this challenging fast-track program. “This program promises to help CSN with its mission to facilitate more students through the degree process. Completing half of a degree in one semester is going to represent an academic challenge that many of these students have never faced before,” said Clarissa Cota, chair of the CSN business administration program. “We are excited to provide this great opportunity to motivated students.” Accepted students and participating faculty will participate in the kickoff orientation event Wednesday to learn more. Students who qualify for the program, which is still accepting applicants, must be business majors, have a 3.0 grade point average or higher and have at least 26 general education courses completed. The students will complete 10 three-credit courses, each four to eight weeks long, this spring. The College of Southern Nevada is taking part in Complete College America, a national effort, which is also supported by President Barack Obama, to substantially increase the number of U.S. college graduates by the year 2020. Along with other efforts underway at CSN, the new Accelerated Associate of Business Degree is another tool that will help CSN bolster the number of college graduates in Nevada, a state which ranks 43rd in the nation in terms of educational attainment, according to 2007 U.S. Census data. What: The kick-off event for the Accelerated Associate of Business Degree Program, which will include participating faculty and staff When: Tomorrow, Wednesday, Jan. 19 at 2 p.m. Where: F-102 in the Las Vegas Fire Station 6/CSN Instructional Center, located on the southwest corner of the Charleston campus on Torrey Pines.

Gaming Job Fair at CSN on Jan. 11

Major local companies looking to fill openings at all levels. LAS VEGAS, Dec. 29, 2010 — The College of Southern Nevada is partnering with WestStar Credit Union (WCU), the gaming employees’ credit union, and Greenspun Media Group to hold a major job fair to help Las Vegans find meaningful employment in the gaming industry. Scheduled for Tuesday, Jan. 11, the “Find a Job in Gaming” job fair will take place at the CSN Cheyenne campus, June Whitley Student Center and Nicholas J. Horn Theatre lobby. The job fair will begin at 11 a.m. for WestStar Credit Union members only and will then be open to the public from 12 p.m. until 3 p.m. With its strong ties to the gaming community, WestStar Credit Union invited the top gaming companies to host tables at the job fair at no cost. Only organizations with positions open will be attending, making this job fair unique and ideal for those searching for a job. “This job fair is truly a win-win for everyone involved!” said Rick Schmidt, President/CEO of WestStar Credit Union. “Everyone is doing their part to help the Las Vegas community get back on its feet, and we hope that this event will help do just that.” Event Details: FIND A JOB IN GAMING Job Fair When: Tuesday, 1/11/2011 11 a.m. -12 p.m. WCU members 12 p.m. – 3 p.m. open to public Where: CSN Cheyenne Campus June Whitley Student Lounge & Nicholas J. Horn Lobby 3200 E. Cheyenne Ave. Las Vegas, NV 89030

Barbara G. Edwards German Scholarship Fund at CSN Foundation makes new German certificate possible

<div style="text-align: center;">Certificate of Achievement in Business German offered beginning fall 2010</div> LAS VEGAS, April 1, 2010 — Barbara G. Edwards was killed in the terrorist attack of Sept. 11, 2001 when her plane, American Airlines flight 77, crashed into the Pentagon. She was a German and French teacher at Palo Verde High School and adjunct of German at CSN. After her death CSN student government, Elfie Manning, CSN professor of French and German and lead faculty of German, and many others established the Barbara G. Edwards German Scholarship Fund through the CSN Foundation. “I still contribute every month in memory of Barbara,” said Manning of the scholarship fund. “Now, mostly because of the Barbara G. Edwards German Scholarship Fund, CSN is able to offer the Certificate of Achievement in Business German.” The Certificate of Achievement in Business German was developed by Manning during her 1999 sabbatical to enhance the global mindset students need to acquire in order to be successful in business. “With economic globalization and the key role Germany plays as the European Union’s largest economy, a fundamental understanding of, and proficiency in, German business, finance and industry is becoming increasingly important,” said Manning. The certificate program will focus on giving students the basic skills necessary to conduct business functions in German including: language and linguistics, German culture and an overview of the German business and economic landscape. Most importantly, the certificate will prepare students to pass the prestigious Prufung Wirtschaftsdeutsch International exam (International Business German Examination). “We expect sizeable demand for this certificate given the visible role Germany plays in ongoing economic troubles in Europe,” Manning said. “It brings to the forefront of students’ minds just how important Germany is to the global business world. It’s important that we offer timely, relevant curriculum that helps our students continue to achieve long after they leave CSN.” CSN students take a total of 30 credits in German, three credits in math and communication for a total of 36 credits to receive the Certificate of Achievement in Business German. Through funding provided by the Barbara G. Edwards German Scholarship Fund, CSN will have 15 scholarships for tuition and books available for first year Business German students this fall. Students may receive credit by examination for already completed courses that are part of the certificate program. Therefore, first or second year German students may be eligible for the Certificate of Achievement in Business German. Individuals or organizations that want to donate to the Barbara G. Edwards German Scholarships Fund should contact the CSN Foundation at csn.edu/giving or 702-651-7301. The CSN program is one of a growing number of Business German academic emphases among colleges and universities nationwide. The program begins fall 2010.

CSN Chef Steve Soltz named 2010 American Culinary Federation of Las Vegas Chef of the Year

LAS VEGAS, June 24, 2010 — Congratulations to CSN Chef Steve Soltz, the 2010 American Culinary Federation of Las Vegas Chef of the Year. Chef Soltz, who has taught at CSN for the past six years, is the third CSN culinary faculty member to receive the honor, following Chef John Metcalfe, and Chef Tom Rosenberg. “Congratulations to Chef Soltz. The fact that three of our faculty have been recognized with this top honor from the ACF speaks to the quality of instruction we have here at CSN,” said Vice President of Academic Affairs, Dr. Darren Divine. Soltz was recognized by the ACF chapter at their annual awards dinner at the M Resort on June 13. Two ACF Scholarships were also awarded to CSN students Elizabeth Gore and Edward Reyes. Chef Soltz's wife and daughter were there to celebrate, as well as Culinary Club student members and Hot Food Team Competitors. A Sous Chef, certified by the American Culinary Federation and a Certified Hospitality Educator with the American Hotel/Motel Association, Chef Soltz has extensive experience in large volume operations, including convention centers in Los Angeles Palm Springs and Las Vegas. Chef Soltz has prepared a five course dinner for the famous French Chef Paul Bocuse and was the vice President of the California Culinary Olympic Team from 1995- 2000. He teaches basic cookery and has developed and taught courses in American BBQ and hydroponic gardening.

Find out the latest on what's happening at and around CSN. Check out the President's Blog.

Location: Office of the President Contact: http://blog.csn.edu/ To get the facts about what's happening at and around the College of Southern Nevada, check out CSN President Michael Richards' blog at <a href="http://blog.csn.edu/">http://blog.csn.edu/</a>. The purpose of the blog is to foster dialogue and update the College of Southern Nevada community about information related to CSN. President Richards regularly posts his thoughts, ideas and questions to the community, regarding higher education, and his office will also post news relevant to the community about college events and announcements. Check back for updates.

CSN Awarded Federal Grant Dollars to Train Students in Computerized Health Information Systems

The College of Southern Nevada was recently notified by the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) and the Los Rios Community College District that it will be part of a $5.4 million grant involving a consortium of 14 colleges in California, Hawaii, Arizona and Nevada. If extended into a second year as expected, the grant would provide an additional $5.35 million for a total allocation of $10.75 million. As part of the grant, CSN will receive approximately $735,000 to train 236 students over a two year period in the kind of computerized health information systems that are being installed by hospitals and medical offices across the nation. “Electronic records keeping systems will become the norm in medical offices in only a matter of time. As we move from cumbersome paper-based systems, it’s important that the Southern Nevada medical community has highly trained professionals in place that know how to maintain and operate computerized health information systems,” said Dr. Hyla Winters, CSN Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs. The colleges that will share in the training grant include the Los Rios District’s Cosumnes River College, Butte College, CSN, Cypress College, East Los Angeles College, Fresno City College, Honolulu Community College, Mission College, Orange Coast College, Phoenix College, Pima College, Santa Barbara City College, San Diego Mesa College, and Santa Monica College. “The colleges involved in this grant will work together to implement curriculum designed to cross-train folks with computer or health care backgrounds and prepare them to work in hospitals and doctors' offices throughout the Western region,” said Los Rios chancellor Brice Harris. “This is critically important work that will act to improve health care outcomes and reduce costs and we are thrilled that one of our colleges will be taking the lead.” Los Rios’ economic and workforce development unit will manage the network of 14 colleges to: 1) Implement newly established national curricula in health informatics; 2) Recruit and enroll 2,100 students per year in the new curricula; 3) Schedule each program of study to be completed in six months or less; 4) Design flexible programs of study that allow each student to enroll in just those courses he or she needs; 5) Begin training by September 30, 2010; and 6) Link program completers to job opportunities. The consortium will have a strong working relationship with the health informatics program at UC Davis and will also take advantage of the university’s expertise as a primary healthcare provider. “It is clear from the number of federal grants we are receiving that our colleges are being seen by state and federal funding sources as educational institutions that can get the job done and get people back to work,” said Los Rios board president Kay Albiani. The Los Rios Community College District serves more than 90,000 students at its four colleges—American River, Cosumnes River, Folsom Lake and Sacramento City.

CSN Foundation selects 2010 Legacy of Achievement award recipients

LAS VEGAS, — The College of Southern Nevada Foundation will recognize exceptional community leaders at its annual Legacy of Achievement Gala on April 24 at the M Resort. Recipients, each of whom will have an endowed scholarship at CSN established in her or his name, are selected based on the impact of their contributions locally, statewide and nationally. This year’s Legacy of Achievement honorees are: David Dahan | Dahan is the chief executive officer at Orgill Singer & Associates and has worked in the insurance industry for a quarter century. Dahan is the immediate past-president of the Henderson Chamber of Commerce and also the past president of the Las Vegas Jewish Federation. A 38-year resident of the Las Vegas Valley, he has received numerous awards for his community service and business acumen. His scholarship will be awarded to CSN nursing students to honor his deceased wife, a 26-year nursing veteran in Southern Nevada. Theron and Naomi Goynes | Theron retired as a principal and Naomi a vice-principal in the Clark County School District, following decades of service. Naomi Goynes worked as a teacher, principal and high school dean during her 36-year career with the district, where she instilled self-esteem and character in students and developed programs to inhibit gang behaviors and drug abuse. Apart from his work in education, Theron Goynes served as a North Las Vegas City councilman for 20 years, 12 of which were spent as mayor pro-temp. On September 18, 1981, he officially became the first elected African American in Nevada history to head a government body when he chaired a council meeting in the absence of the mayor. He has been recognized hundreds of times since for contributions to the community. A North Las Vegas elementary school has been named in the couple’s honor. Ray Norvell | Norvell serves as the executive vice president of Wirtz Beverage Nevada. A former CSN Foundation trustee, Norvell has been a long-time supporter of the college, providing generous gifts of wine, liquor and beer at fundraising events. Wirtz has three scholarship programs at CSN, one which provides awards to hospitality students, one which helps CSN graduates earn a bachelor’s degree in hospitality at UNLV and one dedicated to help Wirtz employees’ children attend CSN. In addition, the company has been a sponsor of the CSN culinary competition team, which continually wins the state championship each year, and provided seed money and expertise to initiate a sommelier program at CSN. Maria Teresa “Maite” Salazar | Salazar is president of Salazar Communications, a bilingual and bicultural marketing, business development and public relations agency. She’s the founding president of Toastmasters en Español, Nevada’s only Spanish-language Toastmasters Club. A host-mother of a CSN international student, she is a fervent supporter of youth initiatives and serves as chair of the Governor’s Workforce Investment Board Youth Council. Al Whalen and Jeanne Russo-Whalen | Whalen is president of The Whalen Group, a financial management company, and his wife, Jeanne Russo-Whalen, worked for CSN as director of data processing and admissions for eight years, helping thousands of students register each year. Both are emeritus trustees of the CSN Foundation Board of Trustees, supporting the institution since 1995. A 2002 CSN honorary degree recipient, Whalen is also responsible for securing the largest single gift given to CSN from a private individual donor – in excess of $2.2 million. “Our Foundation is pleased to recognize these individuals and the contributions each of them has made to build and strengthen our vibrant Southern Nevada community,” said Robbie Graham, chairwoman of the CSN Foundation Board of Trustees. “Future community leaders will benefit from the educational opportunities afforded by scholarships created in each Legacy of Achievement recipient’s name.” This is the fifth annual Legacy of Achievement Award celebration. This event has raised more than $1 million in scholarships and program funding for students attending CSN. The 2010 presenting sponsor is M Resort. Premier sponsors include Freeman, which will provide audio visual equipment and professional lighting at the event, and the Las Vegas Hospitality Association, which is hosting the silent auction. Table sponsorships, congratulatory journal ads and tickets for the event are available now through April 15 from the CSN Foundation office. For more information about the Legacy of Achievement awards, please call 702-651-7301.

LAS VEGAS, The College of Southern Nevada is pleased to announce the activation of the student, faculty, and staff Emergency Notification System (ENS) and encourages faculty, staff and students to enroll now. The CSN ENS is intended to provide members of the campus community immediate information in the event of a major emergency, such as a fire on campus, natural disaster, or criminal activity. Users can opt into the system by logging on at www.csn.edu/alert. “With thousands of students, more than 2,000 employees, and 240 acres of campuses and centers, the College will be able to use the Emergency Notification System to help protect our community and communicate effectively in the event of a crisis,” said Dr. Arthur R. Byrd, Vice President for Student Affairs. Once logged into this application, students, staff and faculty will provide emergency contact information that CSN will use to disseminate crucial news, regarding an emergency. This system will instantly deliver important emergency alerts, notifications, and updates to any devices that the user selects (e.g. e-mail account, cell phone, pager, etc.) The CSN ENS will provide students, staff and faculty with real-time updates regarding campus emergencies, including instructions on where to go, what to do or not to do, whom to contact, and other critical updates. Access to this system is available only to currently enrolled students and currently employed faculty and staff.

Workforce Connection Awards $1.1 Million Contract to Get Dislocated Workers into the Health Care Industry CSN health care programs part of workforce development project

LAS VEGAS, July 22, 2009 —The Workforce Connection Board of Directors awarded a $1.1 million contract to a coalition of local organizations to create the first partnership of its kind in Nevada geared toward rapidly moving dislocated workers toward employment in health care careers. Workforce Connection, formerly known as the Southern Nevada Workforce Investment Board, awarded the contract to Area Health Education Center of Southern Nevada (AHEC) in partnership with the College of Southern Nevada (CSN) and the Southern Nevada Medical Industry Coalition (SNMIC). The grant will fund a workforce development program focused on providing Southern Nevadans with education, training and employment in the health care industry. “CSN is very excited about the potential of this partnership to assist workers in gaining entry level skills,” said CSN Interim Dean of the School of Health Sciences, Dr. Patricia Castro. “The skills and experience that these workers gain can eventually be applied to other health care programs, providing opportunities for continued professional growth in their chosen discipline.” The Southern Nevada Healthcare Industry Education Training and Employment Project, also known as Health Careers Project, will serve the unemployed, underemployed, recipients of public assistance, low-income individuals, seniors, veterans, and/or the disabled. CSN will provide assessment on potential participants recruited by AHEC to determine preparedness for one of four CSN health care programs: unit health coordinator, nursing assistant, phlebotomist, and basic emergency medical technician. Qualified participants will be enrolled into one of the CSN short-term programs where they will gain internship experience at a local healthcare facility with the potential of future employment. “This collaboration offers great opportunity to prospective students who qualify for this program to come to CSN and receive a quality education, which can then prepare them for entry level employment in health care,” said CSN Interim Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs, Dr. Hyla Winters. “The School of Health Sciences is the premier provider of a workforce to health care in Southern Nevada and this collaboration will assist successful participants with the opportunity to begin working and return to CSN for advancement on a career pathway.” AHEC will provide programmatic and fiscal management, case management, and job development services for the project, and will partner with the SNMIC to conduct outreach and marketing for the project. “Nevada is facing crisis proportion problems as a result of the economic downturn and higher than national average unemployment rates. In addition, Nevada has historically faced a health professions workforce shortage. AHEC of Southern Nevada in collaboration with CSN, SNMIC and Workforce Connection, is taking the lead in creating unique and innovative approaches to link these programs and help unemployed residents gain a meaningful career with job security,” said Rose Yuhos, president of the national AHEC organization and executive director of AHEC of Southern Nevada. “Working together as a coalition, all four of our organizations can do much more than we could separately.”