TMCC Adult Basic Education

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Tribal Chairman Arlan D. Melendez, a visionary leader whose legacy is forever part of the TMCC story.

As a proud TMCC alumnus, Chairman Melendez often spoke about how his education helped lay the groundwork for his decades of service as Chairman of the Reno-Sparks Indian Colony. His unwavering advocacy for Native communities and commitment to justice left an indelible mark—across the region and right here at TMCC.

In 2022, we were honored to present him with the President’s Medal, our highest recognition, in celebration of his lifelong dedication to education, equity, and public service.

Chairman Melendez’s life and leadership will continue to inspire our Lizard family for generations to come. 🕊️

Contact Adult Basic Education at 775-829-9044 or email [email protected] for more information.

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We’re thrilled to share that Dr. Jeffrey Alexander has been named the next President of Truckee Meadows Community College, officially approved today by the Nevada System of Higher Education! 🎉🎉

Dr. Alexander brings years of experience and a passion for student success, innovation, and community partnerships. He starts his new role on July 1, just in time for big projects like EastView Theater, the Fire Rescue Training Facility, and women’s volleyball at TMCC!

Welcome, President Alexander! 💚🦎

Check out the full story here: https://www.tmcc.edu/news/2025/05/congratulations-president-jeffrey-alexander

More photos from the ABE Festival yesterday. Thank you again for coming out and sharing your culture. We had a lot of food, laughter, smiles, and fun! A special thank you to our community partners for sharing important resources for our students.

What a wonderful turnout we had at our ABE & Resources Festival in the Meadowood Courtyard today! Good to see all the ABE students, instructors, staff, TMCC staff, and our fellow community partners. Thank you for coming out and enjoying the day together!