Alain Bengochea (Early Childhood, Multilingual, and Special Education) has been appointed vice chair of Nevada's newly established English Learner Advisory Council for the 2025-2026 interim, created under legislation passed during the 83rd Nevada Legislative Session. The council is charged with studying and advising on policies related to English language acquisition/development, and literacy statewide. Bengochea was selected to represent NSHE in recognition of his expertise in bi/multilingualism and language development.