In March 2026, High Sierra AHEC collaborated with Upward Bound by bringing Virtual Reality (VR) headsets into the learning experience. These VR tools are being used to introduce students to immersive healthcare career simulations, allowing participants to explore professions such as nursing, surgery, and medical diagnostics in a hands-on, engaging way. By stepping into virtual clinical environments, students can gain early exposure to real-world scenarios, helping them better understand the...

As the year comes to a close, we look back and reminisce about the many wonderful memories created by outreach in the communities of Northern Nevada. Our Community Health Advocates were busy in 2025, attending career fairs, presenting at middle

On a night filled with inspiration, pride, and community spirit, the High Sierra AHEC hosted its first annual Night of Excellence Award...