ABOUT GBC
Welcome to Great Basin College!
Great Basin College values you! Valuing what we have in common and our differences means we will foster a college climate of mutual trust, tolerance, informed discourse and always seek to promote GBC as a "safe space" to explore new ideas and perspectives with opportunities for you to grow, learn and be successful in a friendly, supportive campus environment. GBC enriches people's lives by providing student-centered, post-secondary education to rural Nevada. GBC students enjoy outstanding academic programs, smaller class sizes, and excellent faculty who really care about our students. We are GBC!
ADMISSIONS
ACADEMICS
For High School Students
STUDENT SERVICES
GBC ONLINE
Great Basin College is "The Gold Standard in the Silver State" when it comes to long-distance education and online education delivery. GBC offers hundreds of classes and a diverse array of certificate and degree programs fully online and fully affordable!
COMMUNITY
Great Basin College wants to be your choice for higher education. GBC offers associate and baccalaureate level instruction in career and technical education and academic areas. About 4,000 students are enrolled annually online from across the country and on campuses and centers across 86,500 square miles, two time zones, and ten of Nevada's largest counties. We border Arizona, Oregon, Idaho, Utah, and California. We are GBC!
INFORMATION
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RESOURCES
Great Basin College - Vice President Of Finance and Operations
I am pleased to announce that Colonel (Retired) John Evans will join Great Basin College as Vice President Finance and Operations, effective May 1.
John brings over 22 years of distinguished service in the U.S. Army, where he held various leadership positions focused on managing large organizations, overseeing financial budgets, and instituting effective and efficient processes.
His extensive experience in strategic planning, resource allocation, and talent management will be invaluable as we continue to advance GBC's mission.
In his role as VPFO, John will provide strategic leadership and oversight for GBC's financial operations, information technology, and facilities management. His role is critical in ensuring the fiscal health of our institution and supporting our commitment to providing quality education to our students.
John and his wife, Becky, have recently settled in Elko, returning to Becky's hometown. They are proud parents to four children. John enjoys golfing, skiing, playing basketball, and coaching his children's sports teams.
Please join me in welcoming John to the GBC community. Faculty and staff are invited to stop by the Berg Hall conference room on Friday, May 2, between 8:00 and 10:00 a.m. for refreshments and conversation as we welcome John to the GBC team. Let's also show our support for Mental Health Awareness Month by participating in the "Be Seen in Green" initiative. Wear your GBC green to promote mental well-being and foster a sense of community.
For More Information Contact
Great Basin College
1500 College Parkway
Elko, Nevada 89801
Why Great Basin College
Great Basin College, "The Gold Standard in the Silver State", offers associate and baccalaureate level education in academic, career and technical fields. Welcoming over 4,000 students annually from all corners of the country, both online and at our various campuses and centers, GBC's presence extends across two time zones and spans more than 86,000 square miles throughout Nevada. A leader in rural higher education, GBC takes pride in developing students who are well-prepared to meet the demands of industry and who contribute to the success and prosperity of the local economy.
