Oct. 22, 2021
Magdalena Martinez, David F. Damore, and Robert E. Lang
Abstract: The Case for a New College Governance Structure in Nevada provides a governance model that integrates higher education with economic development. Specifically the authors, in response to a call for recommendations by the Committee to Study Community College Governance, identify governance models that are evidence based and constitutionally sound to achieve Nevada's economic development goals. The proposal includes a two-tier structure that has legislative oversight and recognizes and empowers localities. The model does not propose to dismantle any existing public institution of higher education nor to place colleges under the exclusive control of local governments.