CSN is making waves after earning top honors from the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE).
Giovanni Jones – Sam Lieberman Regents’ Award for Student ScholarshipIf there’s one word to describe Giovanni Jones, it’s unstoppable. Set to graduate in May 2025 with a degree in Hospitality Management, Giovanni has been racking up academic honors—including spots on the Honors and Dean’s lists—while also serving as CSN’s Student Body Vice President. He’s been a driving force behind bringing back the CSN Honors College program and is actively involved in student organizations like the Black Student Union, Coyote Scholars Brotherhood, and the Black Male Mentorship program.
On top of all that, he’s snagged multiple scholarships, including the Coyote Campus Engagement and MGM Resorts International Hospitality Management scholarships. And if you think that’s impressive, he even found time to volunteer with the NFL Las Vegas Super Bowl Committee and helped create a math scholarship. Giovanni is a true leader, and this award just confirms what we already knew—he’s a powerhouse!
Creativity is second nature to Andrezej (Andrew) Lenard, and now, NSHE is giving this CSN math professor some well-deserved recognition with the Nevada Regents’ Creative Activities Award. The award honors significant creative accomplishments that bring national and international recognition to NSHE. Whether it’s through his artistic vision, innovation, or dedication to creative excellence, Andrew continues to push boundaries and inspire those around him.
Way to go, Giovanni and Andrew! CSN is beyond proud of you both. Keep setting the bar high! You can read more about both of them and all the NSHE nominees here.
