The Lisa Maloff University Center at Lake Tahoe Community College will open Aug. 16 offering associate to master’s degree programs.

Through LTCC’s partnerships with Sierra Nevada College and Brandman University students may earn degrees on LTCC’s campus in global business management, psychology, liberal studies, applied studies, a master’s degree in education, and a teaching credential.

The 7,000-square-foot University Center was made possible by a $5.8 million donation from South Lake Tahoe philanthropist Lisa Maloff.

The college is hosting two open houses: Aug. 22 from 4 to 6pm and Aug. 23 from 5:30 to 7:30pm.

Sierra Nevada College classes in the new center start Aug. 20, and Brandman University classes begin Sept. 4.

LTCC is in talks with other potential partners including Washington State University, which may offer hospitality management courses at the center.