Arizona Western College student Saghey Barcenas recently won a national graphic design contest, designing a mural for the National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development (NISOD) annual conference.
Arizona Western College has partnered with the University of Arizona Global Campus to expand bachelor's degree pathways by offering flexible online programs designed for working adults at a reduced tuition rate.
This morning, Arizona Western College celebrates the first day under Dr. Reetika Dhawan as the institution’s tenth president. Building on nearly two decades of service to AWC, Dr. Dhawan brings a vision focused on student achievement, workforce innovation, and meaningful community partnerships.
AWC English professor Dr. Weena McKenzie recently represented the Global Society of Online Literacy Educators at the 22nd Biennial Conference of the Rhetoric Society of America in Portland, Oregon, where she spoke on dignity and agency in education.
17 fourth-semester student nurses were inducted into the Alpha Delta Nu-Iota Theta Chapter of the Organization of Associate Degree Nurses Honor Society at Arizona Western College, an accomplishment that demonstrates not only academic excellence but also a commitment to serving the Yuma community.
This week, Arizona Western Small Business Development Center earned two notable awards from the Small Business Association at the state and regional level, emphasizing the SBDC's impact on entrepreneurs and small businesses across Yuma and La Paz counties.
Arizona Western College announces Dr. Shadi Kilani has been selected to succeed Dr. Reetika Dhawan as Executive Vice President of the Entrepreneurial College. Beginning May 18, he will lead program development while collaborating with industry partners and government agencies to support workforce needs across the region.
This morning, Arizona Western Entrepreneurial College celebrated the official opening of the Future48 Workforce Accelerator in Wellton. The facility marks a significant investment in workforce development for the region. More information is attached and below.
Arizona Western College invites the community to celebrate student achievement at the 2026 Commencement Ceremony on Friday, May 15. This year will mark a historic number of degrees and certificates awarded by the college.
