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British Swim School teaches lifesaving skills
RENO, Nev. (KOLO) - It’s time for swimming class here at the Plaza Resort Club. It is the home of the British Swim School. Mom Christine Keating says these skills are truly a lifesaver. “We are loving to be around water, and it is a safety issue when kids...
Nevada university regents extend President Sandoval's contract another four years
RENO, Nev. (KOLO) -The Nevada System of Higher Education Board of Regents renewed University of Nevada, Reno President Brian Sandoval’s contract for another four year. Sandoval, a former two-term Nevada governor, will be paid $627,816 a year. Wolf Pack basketball coach Steve Alford has a 10-year contract worth $11.6 million.
Damonte Ranch High School to name baseball field after longtime coach
RENO, Nev. (KOLO) - The baseball fields at Damonte Ranch High School will be named after longtime baseball coach Jon Polson. Over 20 years, Polson became one of the area’s winningest coaches. He retired in the spring of 2023 but continues his 22-year teaching career. Polson was ranked in...
Three Women Selected for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Positions in Higher Education
Has been named executive director of diversity, equity, and inclusion at the University of Nevada Reno. A member of the university’s department of psychology faculty for over 20 years, she currently serves as associate dean of the College of Science and acting chair of the department of natural resources and environmental science.
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