‘Front Yard Zoo’ Exhibit Makes Statement on Society

By Ericka Lemus “Front Yard Zoo: Controlling Nature” is an art exhibit that addresses the nature of people who buy plastic lawn ornaments of animals to display in their yards instead of simply celebrating nature that exists there. The exhibit created by artist Roscoe Wilson is on display at College of Southern Nevada’s Cheyenne campus’ […]

Student Saw Literary Criticism Published in Toyon Magazine

By Loren Honea English major at College of Southern Nevada Alejandra Muneton-Carrera finally saw her dream of getting published come true with her analysis of William Faulkner’s short story. Muneton-Carrera took Instructor Kaylee Baucom’s English course at the College last year, which propelled her interest in writing. A paper she wrote for class titled “A […]

Budget Cut Forces Cancellation of Spring Play

By Tania Diaz College of Southern Nevada’s performing arts department was forced to cancel “Our Country’s Good” due to budget cuts. CSN’s President Michael Richards sent an email to faculty stating that each department would take a budget cut for the academic year, according to Richard McGee, department chair of fine arts. McGee said, “From […]

“Wallflowers” Exhibition Displays Ephemeral Flora at Fine Arts Gallery

By Sierra Akana Jill Parisi’s “Wallflowers” exhibition made its debut this semester at College of Southern Nevada’s Fine Arts Gallery. Parisi’s art combines a variety of color, complex patterns and nature. According to Parisi’s website, “My works celebrate the plant and animal kingdom’s wide palette and intricate patterns. The process for creating the flora and […]

“The Adding Machine” Steals the Show at CSN

By Neise Cordeiro Sold-out production “The Adding Machine” opened theater season at College of Southern Nevada. Aaron Tuttle, lead faculty of theater at CSN, shared his excitement about opening night. “I was very happy and there was a huge sense of relief,” said Tuttle, who directed the play. “When an artist puts something together, especially […]

“We Are Called to Rise” author Laura McBride Wins Silver Pen Award

By Soni Brown Nevada Writers Hall of Fame will honor College of Southern Nevada English professor Laura McBride with the Silver Pen Award for her debut novel “We Are Called to Rise.” “Well, it’s a delight,” recipient McBride said. “I have lived in Nevada for a long time and I wrote about our community because […]

“The Adding Machine” a Behind the Scenes Look

By Neise Cordeiro If we think a theatrical play simply requires a good script, actors and a stage, think again. It takes much more to get a production off the ground. Aaron Tuttle, lead faculty of College of Southern Nevada’s fine-arts department, shared his process to get “The Adding Machine” ready for opening night. Tuttle […]

Student Films Showcase Professional Level on Big Screen

By Karla Spann Fourth Annual Short-Film Showcase held at College of Southern Nevada’s Cheyenne campus featured films by CSN students. Eleven films were shown that covered many topics. Some serious tones were struck with a film by Jeremy Hernandez and Tyler Stefanelli’s “O.N.A.” This film was a story about a woman who lives with optic […]

Meaningful Return for Artists in “Ground Zero” Exhibit

By Paulina Carrillo “Ground Zero” captivated museum goers at the Artspace Gallery located on Cheyenne campus. Past students of the art program at College of Southern Nevada sent in their art works to be displayed during the exhibit through Oct. 17. They did so to show appreciation for the education they received at CSN and […]

CSN Streamin’ Radio

By Karla Spann College of Southern Nevada’s new CSN Streamin’ Radio station provides students opportunities to train in broadcasting while entertaining listeners around the clock. “Students can hear a variety of music covering all formats: today’s top-40 hits, ‘80s, ‘90s, millennial music, classic rock, alternative rock, country, R&B and jazz,” said Andrew Kolb, CSN radio […]