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February 4, 2021 - 5:00pm Investments in higher education in prison provide hope for a second chance in life, help reduce recidivism, increase prosocial behaviors, and break the cycle of poverty. To investigate the transformational power of prison education programs, Western Nevada College (WNC) will be joined by “College Behind Bars” film director Lynn Novick, Bard Prison Initiative alumnus Dyjuan Tatro, Nevada Second Assistant Attorney General Christine Brady and others for a free, virtual event on Thursday, Feb. 4. WNC’s Higher Education in Prison Program ...

Many Retirement Well-Wishes for Former Acting President Published: January 19, 2021 A graduate receives her degree from WNC Acting President Mark Ghan during the 2018 Western Nevada College Commencement ceremony. Losing someone with the guidance, wisdom and grace under fire consistently exhibited by Mark Ghan just isn’t replaceable at any college. Fortunately for Western Nevada College, the former acting president and longtime vice president has decided to serve as a consultant to the college as he ventures into retirement this year. Ghan has specialized in serving WNC’s legal counsel nee...