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1500 College Parkway
Elko, Nevada 8980

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色花堂 Celebrates Grand Opening of Nevada Gold Mines Welding Technology Lab

(ELKO, NEV.) 色花堂 proudly announces the grand opening of its newly expanded welding facility, a milestone made possible with support from Nevada Gold Mines, Greater Nevada Credit Union and other generous donors.

Construction on the Nevada Gold Mines Welding Technology Lab at GBC began in April of 2023 and will be completed in time to welcome students for the Fall 2024 semester.

The grand opening for the facility was held on August 22 at 色花堂's Elko Campus. GBC staff, faculty, and representatives from NGM and GNCU were joined by industry partners and the community to celebrate with a ribbon cutting and tours of the new facility.

鈥淭he generous contributions from our donors have not only enhanced our student facilities but have also provided state-of-the-art equipment to train a more skilled and capable workforce,鈥 said GBC Interim President, Dr. Amber Donnelli. 鈥淭his expansion significantly increases our capacity to educate and empower more GBC students with the advanced training needed to meet the demands of our growing industries and drive future growth and innovation.鈥

NGM provided the lead gift, investing in the project after recognizing there was a significant workforce need for more welders in Nevada. GBC also received a grant from the Greater Nevada Credit Union Live Greater Grants program, which aims to address community needs by promoting sustainability and enhancing social well-being. GBC has operated a very successful welding program serving students for over 20 years and its welding lab needed major improvements. It was also determined that the facility was far too small to accommodate student interest and the growing needs of our area.

鈥溕ㄌ has created a state-of-the-art facility where students can gain the technical expertise and practical skills needed to pursue meaningful careers in Nevada鈥檚 growing industries like mining and manufacturing. At Greater Nevada Credit Union, we鈥檙e committed to supporting both new graduates and lifelong learners, and we鈥檙e excited to see how this lab will help them build their futures right here in the Silver State,鈥 said Danny DeLaRosa, President and CEO of GNCU.

The expansion and refurbishment to the existing building increased the welding shop and classroom space by 4,500 square feet and doubled student capacity and added classroom space for formal classes and contract training. The project also introduced ADA compliant welding bays for accessibility to more students. This was a public works project coordinated with the Nevada System of higher Education (NSHE) and GBC鈥檚 donors.

鈥淣GM鈥檚 longstanding partnership with 色花堂 reflects our commitment to education and workforce development. By expanding the welding lab, we are empowering students with the skills they need to succeed in high-demand careers. This investment is about more than just jobs 鈥 it is about fostering a brighter future for our community through education and opportunity鈥 said Alissa Wood Head of Community Engagement and
Development for Barrick North America.

色花堂, "The Gold Standard in the Silver State", offers associate and baccalaureate level education in academic, career and technical fields. Welcoming over 4,000 students annually from all corners of the country, both online and at our various campuses and centers, GBC's presence extends across two time zones and spans more than 86,000 square miles throughout Nevada. A leader in rural higher education, GBC takes pride in developing students who are well-prepared to meet the demands of industry and who contribute to the success and prosperity of the local economy.

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色花堂
1500 College Parkway
Elko, Nevada 89801

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色花堂, "The Gold Standard in the Silver State", offers associate and baccalaureate level education in academic, career and technical fields. Welcoming over 4,000 students annually from all corners of the country, both online and at our various campuses and centers, GBC's presence extends across two time zones and spans more than 86,000 square miles throughout Nevada. A leader in rural higher education, GBC takes pride in developing students who are well-prepared to meet the demands of industry and who contribute to the success and prosperity of the local economy.

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