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Nevada State College makes history, sees 1,000th graduate tonight during ceremony
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Shella Lynn Gordon, second from right, takes part in graduation ceremonies for Nevada State College at the Henderson Pavilion in Henderson on Saturday, May 8, 2010. » Buy this photo
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Shella Lynn Gordon became the 1,000th graduate of Nevada State College during a commencement ceremony tonight at the Henderson Pavilion in Henderson.
The four-year school in Henderson opened its doors seven years ago, and held its its first commencement ceremony in May 2004 with just 13 graduates.
"In just seven years, Nevada State College has produced over 1,000 graduates," said college President Fred Maryanski. "Few newly created institutions of higher education can say the same."
The historic event took place just two months after the Board of Regents expressed support of the school despite the state higher education system's financial struggles. The public college recently laid off staff members due to lower than expected enrollment figures and the state cutting its budget by 24 percent, but this year the population of the campus increased by 20 percent to more than 2,600 students.
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Keep trying Joey! You may get that GED someday. Next time, remember that we need capitalize the word "State" in Nevada State College. You may never get accepted to an institution of higher learning, but you can keep trying. Until then, keep making fun of those who are making something of their lives. OK Joey, break is over. Back to mowing.
"Joey wrote on May 08, 2010 09:49 PM: A degree from "Nevada state College" isn't worth the paper it's printed on. UNLV isn't far behind."
"RHG wrote on May 08, 2010 09:29 PM: Can you say, 'Diploma Mill'"
No, but I will say two negativistic "malcontents" (if you know what I mean).
Misery does love company.