As Seen in Nevada Appeal: WNC’s 25th Golf for Education tournament

It was the silver jubilee rendering of Western Nevada College Foundation’s Golf for Education tournament on Sept. 27.

The 18-hole scramble tournament at Toiyabe Golf Club attracted business partners and supporters of the college’s mission of preparing students with the skills to become successful in Nevada’s workforce.

For the 25th edition of the event, players, volunteers, sponsors and tournament organizers were treated to a postcard day with little wind and warm temperatures, creating prime scoring conditions for the 33 participating teams.

Jeff Love & Friends capitalized on the format and ways for teams to shrink their scores, firing a 31-under-par 41 to win the title by five strokes over Team Davison. The winning team included Love, Stephen Garman, Fernando Serrano and Sean Goshert. Representing the runner-up team were Sean Davision, Brad Wick, Vince Christenson and Connor Morze.

Chick-fil-A provided players with the fuel for their low scoring, presenting a breakfast. Players also enjoyed a long drive contest, on-course refreshments, raffle prizes, a golf ball launcher with more length than Bryson DeChambeau, a barbecue lunch, an awards ceremony and a team photo.

Besides ideal weather, the opportunity to purchase mulligans and up to 40 feet of putting string helped teams lower their scores.

Thomas Bunker of Briggs Electric won the putting contest ahead of the tournament, cozying an 85-foot putt within 13 inches of the cup. Other players to stand out individually were Robin Ponte, women’s closest to the pin, 6 feet, 7 inches; Greg Overby, men’s closest to the pin, 6 feet; Ponte, women’s longest drive; and David Wheelock, men’s longest drive.

WNC Foundation is grateful for the participation and contributions of players, businesses and volunteers in making this event memorable. Special thanks go to visionary tournament sponsors Metcalf Builders Inc., Briggs Electric Inc., Classic Finishes, Allison MacKenzie Law Firm, Greater Nevada Credit Union, Lyon County School District, Comstock, Washoe Wealth Advisors, Carson Valley Health, Dick Campagni’s Capital Ford, Dick Campagni’s Carson Toyota, Michael Hohl Subaru, Chick-fil-A Restaurants, Southwest Gas Corporation, Oasis Academy, Northern Nevada Development Authority, United Federal Credit Union, Advanced Health Healthcare of Reno, Washoe Tribe of Nevada & California, Spanish Springs Construction/Teichert, Economic Development Authority of Western NV, Quick Space, Plumas Bank, KNPB, Cheek Construction and Pacific Office Automation.

To view a gallery of photos from the tournament, including shots of each team, go to www.wnc.edu/foundation/golf-for-education.

It’s not too late to enroll in fall semester classes

There still is time to become part of fall semester at Western Nevada College.

WNC is offering a variety of late-start and short-term classes online, with many starting on Monday, Oct. 21.

Choose from American sign language, art, auto mechanics, counseling educational psychology, drafting, education, electrical theory, finance, geology, information systems, machine tool technology, management science, manufacturing, marketing, mathematics, medical terminology, nursing and occupational safety courses.

To learn about becoming a student at WNC, go to www.wnc.edu/starthere. For assistance with courses and career planning, call 775-445-3267 or book an appointment at wnc.edu/advising.

Next star party at JCDO set for Oct. 26

The Jack C. Davis Observatory at Western Nevada College is presenting its popular star parties on two Saturdays each month. This month’s remaining star party is set for Oct. 26.

The community is welcome to attend at no cost. Learn about the universe and utilize a variety of telescopes to view the phenomenal stars from the fabulous vantage point above WNCs campus. JCDO also is the place to be for astronomical happenings, planetary walks and informative classes that keep students, scientists and the community on the edge of the latest technological advances.

The observatory is located at 2269 Vanpatten Ave., on the northern end of the Carson City campus.

Campus embraces Coffee with a Cop event

Nevada State Police, Carson City Sheriff’s Office and University of Nevada, Reno Police Department recently attended ASWN and Wildcat Life’s Coffee with a Cop event at Western Nevada College.

The peace officers’ presence and engagement made an impact on students, faculty and staff, fostering a sense of community and connection. Attendees enjoyed coffee, donuts, games and conversation as law enforcement took time out of their busy schedules to be on campus in efforts to build bridges within the college community.

The event also included an appearance by Car 54, the pride of Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong.

WNMTC presenting ‘Legally Blonde The Musical’ on weekends Nov. 8-24

Purchase tickets to “Legally Blonde The Musical” presented by Western Nevada Musical Theatre Company on weekends Nov. 8-24 at the Carson City Community Center.

Go to wnmtc.com for ticket information.

Free Lean Six Sigma workshop offered Oct. 28

WNC Continuing Education is offering a free workshop on Lean Six Sigma — a managerial system that improves performance, reduces waste and eliminates defects — on Thursday, Oct. 28, at 11 a.m.

For information, call 775-445-4210 or email [email protected].