Western Nevada College

Western Nevada College Small classes, affordable tuition, online and evening classes enable students to thrive at WNC. (Rev. 09/16)

Western Nevada College is a comprehensive community college which serves more than 5,300 students each semester within an 18,000-square-mile service area. One of four community colleges within the Nevada System of Higher Education, it is accredited by the Northwest Association of Schools and of Colleges and Universities. Non-Discrimination Statement: WNC is does not discriminate on the basis of ra

ce; color; national origin; sex; disability; age; gender, including a pregnancy-related condition; gender identity or expression; sexual-orientation; protected veterans status; genetics; or religion in its programs and activities and provides equal access to facilities to all. Similarly, there shall be no difference in the treatment of persons who file charges of discrimination, participate in a discrimination proceeding, or otherwise oppose discrimination. It is our policy to comply fully with the non-discrimination provision of all state and federal regulations in all programs and activities, including, but not limited to recruitment, admission, financial aid, activities, hiring, promotions, training, terminations, benefits and compensation. Inquiries concerning the application of non-discrimination policies and/or questions as to how to file a complaint of discrimination may be referred to:

Western Nevada College
Title IX Coordinator:(775) 445-4231
Dean of Student Services:(775) 445-3271
Assistant Director of Human Resources: (775) 445-4235
2201 West College Parkway
Carson City, NV 89703

For further information on notice of non-discrimination, visit http://wdcrobcolp01.ed.gov/CFAPPS/OCR/contactus.cfm for the address and phone number of the office that serves your area, or call 1-800-421-3481.

🔭✨ Look up! The universe is putting on a show Saturday night. 🌌Join us for a free Star Party at Western Nevada College’s...
09/05/2026

🔭✨ Look up! The universe is putting on a show Saturday night. 🌌
Join us for a free Star Party at Western Nevada College’s Jack C. Davis Observatory, beginning at 6:30 p.m. Saturday.
There will be plenty to see through the telescopes, including:
🌟 Venus: dazzlingly bright shortly after sunset in the western sky
⭐ Spica: the bright star appearing just a few degrees from Venus
🪐 Saturn: the spectacular ringed planet rising later in the evening and visible throughout the night
✨ Globular clusters: ancient collections containing tens to hundreds of thousands of stars
🌌 Andromeda Galaxy: our nearest major galactic neighbor, about 2.5 million light-years away!
“This time of year is great for globular clusters, collections of tens to hundreds of thousands of ancient stars in our galaxy. Also, a couple of nice galaxies including Andromeda, our nearest neighbor, at 2.5 million light years,” said WNC Observatory Director Dr. Thomas Herring.
Venus will be especially spectacular shortly after sunset, while Saturn should provide its best views later in the evening, around 9:30 to 10 p.m., according to Dr. Herring.
Bring your curiosity, your family and friends, and if you have binoculars, bring those, too!
The stars are waiting. Come see what’s up at 2269 Vanpatten Ave. on the northern end of WNC's campus. 🌠

Hey, Wildcats! WNC is partnering with BetterMynd to offer free teletherapy sessions with licensed counselors to our stud...
09/04/2026

Hey, Wildcats!
WNC is partnering with BetterMynd to offer free teletherapy sessions with licensed counselors to our students. Starting the semester with support can make a big difference, and teletherapy is a private, flexible, and safe way to get the help you need.
Learn more at wnc.edu/wellness.

⛳ Your next great round can make a lasting impact. 💙💛The 27th Annual WNC Foundation Golf for Education Tournament is com...
09/04/2026

⛳ Your next great round can make a lasting impact. 💙💛
The 27th Annual WNC Foundation Golf for Education Tournament is coming up Friday, Sept. 25, at Toiyabe Golf Club, and there’s still time to get your team in the game!
This isn’t just another day on the course. Your participation helps provide critical support for WNC students, including those pursuing workforce certifications and training that prepare them for meaningful careers right here in Northern Nevada.
🏌️ Gather your foursome
🎓 Support student success
🔧 Help strengthen Nevada’s workforce
🌟 Enjoy a great day on the links with fellow WNC supporters
📅 Friday, Sept. 25
📍 Toiyabe Golf Club
Whether you’re ready to tee it up or interested in sponsoring this important event, we’d love to have you join us!
👉 Learn more and register: wnc.edu/foundation/golf-for-education
📞 775-445-3240
Your swing can help a Wildcat reach their next destination. ⛳🐾

From the WNC campus to the Board of Regents table. Talk about a first day to remember! The Associated Students of Wester...
09/04/2026

From the WNC campus to the Board of Regents table. Talk about a first day to remember! The Associated Students of Western Nevada (ASWN) officers jumped right into the NSHE Board of Regents quarterly meeting today at Truckee Meadows Community College, and they made the most of every minute.
ASWN President Karla Salas Dominguez and the Haire brothers Jacob, vice president, and Jack, treasurer, spent the day connecting with Regents, including Carol Del Carlo and Heather Brown, learning more about NSHE and getting a firsthand look at the people and places shaping higher education across Nevada.
📸 Jacob and Jack even had a fun WNC connection moment, posing for a photo in front of a picture of WNC President Dr. J. Kyle Dalpe from his days as TMCC’s acting president!
And then there was the jacket. 😎🧥 The students discovered a pretty awesome jacket featuring the logos of all the NSHE institutions. Needless to say, it caught their attention.
President Dalpe delivered WNC’s annual metrics presentation a day earlier than anticipated, highlighted by the college's largest graduation class ever last spring.
Way to represent, Wildcats! 👏

Looking to get involved on campus? WNC's student clubs are where connections are made, ideas come to life, and college g...
09/03/2026

Looking to get involved on campus? WNC's student clubs are where connections are made, ideas come to life, and college gets a whole lot more fun. Whether you’re into leadership, culture, service, academics, or just meeting new people, there’s a club for you, or you can start one of your own!
Jump in, find your people, and make your time at WNC unforgettable. 💙💛 👉 wnc.edu/wildcat to learn more or get involved today!

🎙️ New semester, new Wildcat Connection. 🐾The first episode of the semester is “Physics with Tom,” taking us on a fascin...
09/03/2026

🎙️ New semester, new Wildcat Connection. 🐾
The first episode of the semester is “Physics with Tom,” taking us on a fascinating journey with WNC physics and astronomy professor Dr. Thomas Herring, the recipient of the 2026 ASWN Faculty of the Year Award. 🚀🔭
From his mohawk and NASA jacket to flying aboard NASA’s SOFIA aircraft, Dr. Herring has embraced a lifelong passion for space exploration and helping others understand how science really works.
Listen to Joshua Fleming and Ryan Johnson talk with Dr. Herring about astronomy, teaching, NASA, the search for extraterrestrial intelligence and why the pursuit of understanding our universe makes science so special.
🎧 Tune in to Wildcat Connection and connect with the people who make teaching and learning come alive at WNC!
👉 Listen here: https://ow.ly/NaKH50ZIrR6

🎁 A surprise visit, a little encouragement and some sweet treats.WNC’s student government received an unexpected and ver...
09/02/2026

🎁 A surprise visit, a little encouragement and some sweet treats.
WNC’s student government received an unexpected and very welcome visitor on campus today.
Nevada System of Higher Education Board of Regents member Heather Brown stopped by to spend time with the Associated Students of Western Nevada (ASWN), and she didn’t arrive empty-handed. She brought along “Have a Great Semester” care packages filled with goodies to help kick off the new semester on a sweet note. 🍬📚
But the best part? Regent Brown took time to sit down, get to know each student and hear their voices, encouraging them to speak up and make their perspectives count both at WNC and in their communities. 💬✨
Before wrapping up her visit prior to attending the regents’ quarterly meeting Thursday and Friday in Reno, she surprised some hardworking students in the library with the remaining care packages and introduced them to ASWN officers and the important role student government plays on campus.
Thank you, Regent Brown, for making time to connect with our Wildcats and remind our students that their voices matter. ❤️💙

Nevada System of Higher Education

💙 Did you know? The Wildcat Reserve is here for you. 💛 Life happens, and when it does, the Wildcat Reserve helps WNC stu...
09/02/2026

💙 Did you know? The Wildcat Reserve is here for you.
💛 Life happens, and when it does, the Wildcat Reserve helps WNC students with essential needs like food, personal care items, and basic support so you can stay focused on your education. If you’re a student in need, or you’d like to donate or get involved, the Wildcat Reserve is one more way our Wildcat community shows up for each other.
🐾 Because no student should have to choose between their basic needs and their future. Learn more at https://wnc.edu/wildcat-life/food-pantry.

🏆 NINE YEARS. NINE CONSECUTIVE YEARS. 🏆Western Nevada College’s Child Development Center has once again been named Best ...
09/01/2026

🏆 NINE YEARS. NINE CONSECUTIVE YEARS. 🏆
Western Nevada College’s Child Development Center has once again been named Best Child Care/Day Care Provider in Carson City by the Nevada Appeal, marking an incredible ninth straight year earning the community’s top honor! 🎉
This recognition is about so much more than an award. It’s a celebration of the dedicated educators and staff who show up every day with compassion, creativity and a commitment to helping nearly 100 children learn, grow and thrive. ❤️
🌟 NAEYC-accredited
🌟 Five-star rated by the Nevada Department of Education
🌟 Trusted by Carson City families for generations
Nine years at the top is an amazing achievement and a testament to a team that continues to make a difference in the lives of children and families every single day.
Congratulations to our incredible CDC team, which was celebrated on Monday with lunch and cake! We are WNC proud! 💙
Learn more about the CDC: wnc.edu/cdc.

🏫 WNC welcomes a special campus visitor.Western Nevada College President Dr. J. Kyle Dalpe was pleased to welcome former...
09/01/2026

🏫 WNC welcomes a special campus visitor.
Western Nevada College President Dr. J. Kyle Dalpe was pleased to welcome former Nevada Assemblywoman Teresa Benitez-Thompson to campus last Friday for a tour of WNC.
The Congressional candidate reached out to learn more about the college and its role in serving students, families and communities across Western Nevada. The visit provided an opportunity to showcase WNC’s programs, facilities and the many ways the college is helping students Start Here and Go Anywhere. 💙
Thank you, Teresa, for taking the time to visit WNC and learn more about the incredible work happening on our campuses.

Teresa Benitez-Thompson

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2201 West College Parkway
Carson City, NV
89703

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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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