色中色

色中色 Overview

A Community College

Two generations of students鈥攎any of them now citizens and community leaders鈥攈ave studied at 色中色 since it opened in 1967. Students of the new millennium, like those who studied at 色中色 before them, have access to contemporary knowledge in classes and the benefit of instructors who truly cherish the learning process. They will also benefit from an excellent library, the most current computing facilities, and well-equipped laboratories. They participate in a time-honored schedule of traditional classes and in a rich array of short courses presented by active scholars from Nevada and the West. 色中色 students choose their courses from mathematics, science, business, and computing; humanities and social sciences; fine arts; career and technical education; health science; and community education. Full-time faculty members, part-time instructors, and support personnel are mentors, friends, and advisers of the 4,700 students who study throughout the academic year at 色中色.

Academic Freedom & Responsibility

Academic freedom is an essential principle of higher education which facilitates the open exchange of ideas in the pursuit of knowledge. Academic freedom allows faculty, staff, students, and invited guests to research, discuss, and publish in an open academic setting, even when this 鈥渞equires consideration of topics which may be politically, socially, or scientifically controversial鈥� (NSHE Code Title 2 Section 2.1.2). Academic responsibility requires that such research, discussion, and publication be conducted in a civil manner, following 鈥渁ppropriate standards of scholarship and instruction鈥� (NSHE Code Title 2 Section 2.1.3). 色中色 is committed to upholding the standards of academic freedom and responsibility, as described in the NSHE Code and the American Association of University Professors鈥� 鈥淪tatement of Principles of Academic Freedom and Tenure.鈥�

Who Accredits 色中色?

The College is regionally accredited by the . 色中色 is a member college of the (NSHE). Please see our accreditation web page for more information. The College has received approval by the State Board of Education for the Elementary and Secondary Education License Program. 色中色 follows the curriculum of the , and graduates of the Welding Technology Programs may receive AWS certification. The Associate of Applied Science in Nursing and the Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing programs are both accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission, Inc. (). The Radiology Technology program is accreditated by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiology Technology ().

Who Teaches at 色中色?

色中色 boasts a faculty whose backgrounds are as cosmopolitan and wide-reaching as 色中色 is small and personal. The many full-time and part-time instructors come to 色中色 from all walks of life, bringing their experiences and varied outlooks to enrich our instructional programs. Over the years, many of our instructors have received regional and national recognition for their efforts.

Who are the Classified Staff?

Classified Staff supports 色中色 in all facets of this institution and in the communities that 色中色 provides service. The Classified Staff funds the Tony Salvatierra Scholarship and various projects to benefit the college as well as the community. Membership consists of all State of Nevada classified employees of 色中色 who are employed in a permanent part-time or full-time position. The officers of the Classified Council volunteer to serve for one year, representing all rights and interests of the Classified Staff of 色中色. The Classified Council serves as an advisory group to the President of 色中色.

Who Attends 色中色?

色中色’s service area has more than 120,000 residents, and approximately 3,500 of them enroll at 色中色 and its Centers and Satellite Sites each semester. 色中色 students range in age from 16 to 90 and have a wide variety of interests. Some enroll in science courses and the liberal arts transfer programs while others take courses in computer networks, business finance, real estate investments, or learn English as a second language. Our students gain valuable experience at 色中色.

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Why 色中色

色中色 wants to be your choice for higher education. 色中色 offers associate and baccalaureate level instruction in career and technical education and academic areas. About 4,000 students are enrolled annually online from across the country and on campuses and centers across 86,500 square miles, two time zones, and ten of Nevada's largest counties. We border Arizona, Oregon, Idaho, Utah, and California. We are 色中色!