New Admissions Process Helps Students Successfully Start College

By Jessica Itzep College of Southern Nevada recently made changes to the admission’s process for incoming students. Clark County School District high-school graduates must now complete four-preparatory steps before starting college. “The program is going to help new students by ensuring that they get on the path to success at the very beginning of their […]

President Obama Proposes Free Two-Year College Plan

By Jennifer Hurtado President Barack Obama caught the attention of America during his State of the Union speech on Jan. 20, 2015 in Washington D.C. when he proposed a free two-year college plan. “That’s why I’m sending this Congress a bold new plan to lower the cost of community college to zero,” declared Obama, to […]

Music Can Help Students Study

By Ashley Virnoche Finals are right around the corner. Studying with music can improve cognitive abilities. I listen to music when studying for every subject except math, said Elizabeth Tadlock, College of Southern Nevada student. “When I listen to music and do math, I get lost.” The rest of the time she listens to a […]

Don’t Slow Down Now

By Lashonza Featherston Midterms have passed and finals are approaching. Some students tire at this point in the semester while others strive for end-of-term success. Michael Elia, a CSN instructor, said he’s heard a lot of comments about students mostly enjoy classes this semester. “This term I have not seen a fall off. I generally attribute […]

County Commissioner Weekly says Education is the Way

By Evan Combs County Commissioner Lawrence Weekly came to the College of Southern Nevada to encourage students to change the Valley by improving themselves through education. “In my personal opinion, I don’t think Nevada takes education too seriously,” Weekly says. Sadly this fact is true. According to the 2013 Nevada Education Data Book, Nevada ranks […]

CSNHS Students go to College While Finishing High School

By Braydon Heier College of Southern Nevada has challenged high-school students to work on their associate degrees while finishing high school at the same time. These CSNHS students are getting a head start by attending college sooner rather than later. “College of Southern Nevada was a high-school experience unlike any other,” said Dennis Basilio, former […]

Why Pay Back Loans When You Can Get Scholarships

By Stephanie Lyte Students often face financial hardships when federal student aid is not enough to meet the rising cost of a college education. Millions of dollars are offered annually in scholarships and grants; students should apply. “I think a lot of the students don’t apply for scholarships because they feel like it’s a waste […]

Hotel Management Program Preps Grads for Industry

By Richie Frazier College of Southern Nevada’s Hotel Management program provides an inside look at one of the city’s largest industries: hospitality. “The program gives students an overall view of the hotel industry,” said Dr. Terry Jones, CSN’s Hotel Management program director. Having nearly 30 years of experience, Dr. Jones gives students real-world knowledge and […]

Tips for Finals

By Taylor Shaw Cramming all night for finals is common practice for many students but it isn’t the best method for doing well. Getting a good nights rest the night before the big test and chewing gum during the exam can help students perform better. Some students don’t sleep much prior to finals, which has […]

Cheers! Great Job Graduates

By Jessica Sagawa As the College of Southern Nevada’s 2014 graduating class takes its commencement walk May 19, the students achieve their individual goals and the College achieves a larger national goal. “There has been a dramatic nationwide push to college completion in America,” said James McCoy, CSN’s associate vice president of academic affairs. In […]