CARSON CITY, Nev., June 9 -- Western Nevada College issued the following news release:

Western Nevada College celebrated the achievements of 16 graduates from its Higher Education in Prison Program (HEPP) at Northern Nevada Correctional Center (NNCC) during a commencement ceremony on Tuesday, June 9.

The graduates earned a combination of associate degrees and certificates, marking significant educational milestones anddemonstratinga commitment to personal growth, academicexcellenceand career readiness.

Eleven graduates completed degree programs, including two Associate of Arts degrees, three Associate of General Studies degrees and six Associate of Applied Science degrees in Welding. In addition, nine of the degree recipients earned acad...