Western Nevada College commencement ceremonies are less than a month away! The Class of 2025 will be honored in May in separate ceremonies in Carson City and Fallon.

The Carson City Commencement is set for 10 a.m. Monday, May 19, at Marv Teixeira Pavilion in Mills Park.

A second graduation is scheduled for 10 a.m. Wednesday, May 21, at Barkley Theatre in Oats Park Arts Center in Fallon.

WNC President Dr. J. Kyle Dalpe will be well-positioned on the stage to congratulate each graduate.

“As an educator, commencement is always my favorite time of year. It’s a celebration of hard work, perseverance, and the deep pride our students and their families feel in reaching this milestone,” said WNC President Dr. J. Kyle Dalpe.

WNC Foundation Board Trustee Lupe Ramirez, a WNC grad and the creator of the Latino Cohort and Latino Leadership Academy, will deliver the commencement address at both ceremonies.

After a 32-year career in higher education, Ramirez is now serving as president of the Carson City School District Board of Trustees.

“Over the years, Lupe has been an incredible role model for our students and her hard work has made WNC a better place for them,” said WNC Chief Advancement Officer and Foundation Executive Director Niki Gladys.

ABOUT WNC: Since 1971, Western Nevada College has helped students embark on the road to success by preparing them for a variety of careers through associate and bachelor degree programs, industry certifications and workforce training. WNC offers exemplary academics, affordability and student satisfaction. Many Western grads become leaders in their communities and excel in their professions. Through multiple campuses, resource and learning centers, cohorts and robust online offerings, Western is able to meet many students’ needs, whether they are residing in remote parts of Nevada or trying to fit in their education while raising a family. To learn more about WNC, visit wnc.edu or phone 775-445-3000.

PHOTO CAPTION: Shiloh Cyphers talks with friends before the start of the Western Nevada College’s 2024 Commencement Ceremony.

Kelsey is a fourth-generation Nevadan, English professor and investigative journalist working in the Sierras. More importantly, she is an advocate of high desert agriculture and rescue dogs.