We are excited to share our August 2026 Visiting Artist Lecture + Exhibition Series with you. The Low Residency MFA-IA will gather on the Lake Tahoe campus from August 7th – August 16th for our ten-day intensive where students have classes, attend and give lectures, studio visits, and exhibitions. Please join us for all these activities!
These events are free and open to the public!
Lectures take place on the second floor of Holman Arts and Media Center unless otherwise noted.
In The News – AAUW Tahoe Nevada Awards 6 Scholarships to Incline Village Seniors
June 23, 2026 | Member Submitted
Originally published in the Tahoe Daily Tribune, 06/22/2026, Staff Report
The American Association of University Women, Tahoe-Nevada Branch (AAUW Tahoe-NV), located in Incline Village, presented scholarships and awards to six (6) deserving Incline Village High School senior women.
The following are recipients of this year’s awards:
Noah Cannon plans to Mechanical Engineering
Alynne Chavez Estrada will be majoring in Nursing
Alicia Dominguez will also major in Nursing, but at a different university.
In The News – ‘Let’s get curious’: Two Incline Village students create a podcast exploring AI’s effects on future careers
June 9, 2026 | Member Submitted
Originally published in the Tahoe Daily Tribune, 06/09/2026, Written by Victoria Mastrocola
For Acadia Holve, 14, and her sister, Alora, 12, a future dominated by artificial intelligence (AI) appears to be imminent.
Often described as “the train you can’t stop”, the AI boom can be seen nearly everywhere we turn. Record-breaking private investments, spikes in technology stocks, the alteration of assignment formats in schools, massive infrastructure investments like data centers – the train is on the tracks.
This is why Acadia and Alora decided to set out on a mission to create a cohesive platform where they could share and talk with experts in their field about the changes AI has made already, and what the future looks like for youth growing up in a conceivably AI-dominated job market.
Orvis School of Nursing expands Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree program to Lake Tahoe campus
June 5, 2026 | Member Submitted
The University of Nevada, Reno’s Orvis School of Nursing is bringing nursing education to the Sierra Nevada with the launch of a new Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program at the University’s Lake Tahoe campus. Designed to prepare nurses for careers serving rural and mountain communities, the program will welcome its first cohort of students in Spring 2027.
The new Lake Tahoe BSN option expands access to nursing education while addressing the growing need for healthcare professionals in rural regions throughout Nevada and the Sierra Nevada. Students will complete the same rigorous, nationally accredited nursing curriculum offered at the University’s Reno campus while gaining specialized preparation focused on the unique healthcare needs of rural and mountain populations.
“This program offers students an opportunity to learn nursing in a close-knit, supportive environment while serving communities that greatly benefit from skilled healthcare professionals,” Julie Sawyer, BSN Track Leader for the Lake Tahoe Campus, said. “Our goal is to prepare nurses who are clinically excellent and deeply connected to the rural and mountain populations they will serve.”
Students enrolled in the Lake Tahoe program will benefit from small class sizes, personalized faculty support and integrated clinical experiences with healthcare partners throughout the region. The Orvis School of Nursing will coordinate all clinical placements and provide transportation to clinical sites, ensuring students receive hands-on experience in a variety of healthcare settings.
“From the Lake Tahoe Basin to the I‑80 corridor, this program transforms nursing education into an adventure in purpose, connection and community impact,” Dr. Shannon Richard, associate dean of Undergraduate Programs, said.
Students admitted to the Lake Tahoe cohort will live on campus at Prim-Schultz Residential Hall and participate in a campus meal plan throughout the intensive program. The residential model is designed to foster collaboration, academic success and a strong sense of community among future nurses while taking advantage of the Lake Tahoe campus’s unique setting in the heart of the Sierra Nevada.
The accelerated 16-month BSN pathway is designed for students who have completed the required prerequisite coursework and are ready to enter the professional phase of nursing education. Applications for the inaugural Spring 2027 cohort will open Aug. 1 and close Sept. 7, 2026. The first class will include 16 students who will begin coursework in January 2027.
Prospective students interested in learning more about the program are invited to attend a virtual information session on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, from noon to 1 p.m. The session will provide an overview of the curriculum, admission requirements, student experience and career opportunities available through the new program. Attendees will also have the opportunity to submit questions in advance.
As Nevada’s oldest nursing school, founded in 1956, the Orvis School of Nursing has a long history of preparing nurse leaders who improve health outcomes across Nevada and beyond. The addition of the Lake Tahoe BSN program advances that mission by creating new pathways for students while helping meet critical workforce needs in rural and mountain communities.
In The News – Incline boys golf team ends season as state champions
May 27, 2026 | Member Submitted
Originally published in the Tahoe Daily Tribune, 05/27/2026, Written by Katelyn Welsh
The Incline High School boys golf team continued an undefeated streak at the NIAA 2A Golf State Championships on May 12 and 13, becoming state champions and adding a line to the school’s record books.
Defying windy conditions at the Toiyabe Golf Club, the Highlianders won the tournament 41 strokes ahead of North Tahoe High School for the state title.
“Our boys stayed strong,” head coach Cory Coombes said, “slowed down and played the wind well.”
Tahoe Crew is heading to Nationals! Local youth rowers Asher Edwards, a junior at Incline High School, and Kennedy Kelly, a senior at North Tahoe High School, have qualified for the 2026 USRowing Youth National Championships in Sarasota, Florida — becoming the first athletes from the Tahoe region to earn a spot at the prestigious event.
Now, Tahoe Crew is rallying community support to help cover travel expenses for the athletes, their coach, and equipment as they head to the national stage next month. Local businesses and community members can be part of the journey by supporting the fundraiser: Send Tahoe Crew to Nationals! Contributors who donate by May 26th have the opportunity to have their name or business logo featured on the team’s commemorative Nationals T-shirt. Donations of all levels are welcome and appreciated!
It’s an exciting milestone not only for these hardworking athletes, but for the entire Tahoe community — a chance to cheer on two local students as they represent Tahoe on a national stage.
In The News – Incline girls chess team wins overall Nevada State Girls Scholastic Chess Championship for third consecutive year
May 19, 2026 | Member Submitted
Originally published in the Tahoe Daily Tribune, 5/19/2026, Written by Victoria Mastrocola
A team of four homeschooled girls are celebrating a historic, third-consecutive win after competing in this year’s Nevada State Girls Scholastic Chess Championship.
The girls competed against all Nevada schools in kindergarten through 12th grade, both public and private, before taking home the trophy– a remarkable feat for team members Kora Ostertag, 12, Acadia Holve, 14, her sister, Alora Holve, 12, and Allisyn Flower, 12.
Eric Ostertag, father of Kora Ostertag, not only coaches all four girls but also serves on the board of the Silver State Chess Association. He is responsible for leading the reorganization of the championship’s qualifier format.
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PHOTO: The championship title marks a remarkable milestone for (pictured left to right) Acadia Holve, Kora Ostertag, Alora Holve, and new team member, Allisyn FlowerVictoria Mastrocola/Tahoe Daily Tribune
Incline High School sophomore Shelby Erikson made history on April 4th at the Stanford Invitational, breaking a 41-year-old school record in the 400 meters with a time of 56.73. The previous mark of 56.90 had stood since 1985—one of the oldest records in school history.
Her performance now ranks as the second fastest in Nevada this season, currently ahead of Alyssa Dixon of Galena High School—a remarkable achievement for a sophomore competing out of a small mountain school.
Shelby’s resume is already extraordinary. She holds Incline High records in the 200m, 800m, and 1600m, plus both medley relays, and won three individual state titles as a freshman.
With regionals (May 8–9) and state (May 15–16) ahead, all eyes are on what she’ll do next.
A historic record has fallen—and Shelby Erikson is just getting started.
Join us this summer for the 42nd annual Summer Arts Workshop!Spend five days in an intensive creative experience, led by internationally recognized sculptors, painters, photographers, and mixed-media artists. Artists of all levels are welcome. EXPLORE THE SUMMER ARTS WORKSHOPS
Classes are filling up so sign up to reserve your spot in a course! On-campus housing available in limited supply.
Workshops will take place during the following weeks:
It’s hard to believe, but there’s only one month of school left in Incline—the last day is Wednesday, June 10th.
At Incline High School, the next few weeks are packed with milestone moments for the Class of 2026. The beloved Senior Parade rolls through town on May 28, giving the community a chance to celebrate our graduates. Prom follows on May 29 at The Chateau, always a highlight of the year. The Personalized Learning Academy will host an Exhibition Night on June 3rd (stay tuned for details about that). And while school ends June 10, Graduation will take place on June 15 at 3:00 PM, on the football field.
Over at Incline Middle School, students are diving into their Fourth Quarter Exploratories, one of the most unique and engaging parts of the school experience. This quarter’s offerings include:
Culinary
Jr. Lifeguard Training
Leadership
Fiber Arts
Mountain Biking
Construction (Bird & Bat Boxes)
Writing
Kinder Reading Buddies
Computer Skills
These hands-on classes continue to build real-world skills while keeping students engaged and excited as the year wraps up.
