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AWC to University: Associate degree provides employee motivation, pursues baccalaureate

Parker, AZ (August 30, 2018) – If it weren’t for the transfer opportunities offered through Arizona Western College and its partner universities, Berenice Heras wouldn’t be working toward earning a bachelor’s degree right now.

While working as a clerk at the Quartzsite Learning Center, Heras also began taking college classes and earned an associate degree from AWC in 2016. That accomplishment gave her the push she needed to continue her education by pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Justice Studies from Northern Arizona University - Yuma.

Transfer and Career Expos: Explore Your Future

Yuma, AZ (August 30, 2018) – Arizona Western College will be holding five Transfer and Career Expos during Fall 2018 and Spring 2019 semesters.
Learn about what career opportunities are available within your major at AWC. Network with agencies and employers about current and future jobs, internships, and volunteer possibilities. Find out what it takes to transfer to a university. Talk to representatives to figure out what programs you’re interested in – or explore what degrees are offered at each university.
The dates, times, and locations for these events are as follows:

High school students utilize summer break for Early College Experience at AWC

Parker, AZ (August 29, 2018) – Three students from Parker High School took part in the Early College Experience at Arizona Western College by taking a college class over the summer.

Antenor Esquerra, Melati Ocampo, and Gabriela Ocampo received college credit for completing AST-130 (The Planets) taught by Professor Robert Reaves. And they did so at a lower rate, as students who are 17 and under only pay $25 per credit hour in comparison to the $84 per credit hour cost for those 18 and older.

Professional development opportunities available through AWC

Parker, AZ (August 20, 2018) – Arizona Western College offers a variety of professional development workshops for the public to take advantage of in Yuma and La Paz counties.

Domestic Violence and Breast Cancer Awareness Walk taking place at AWC

Yuma, AZ (August 20, 2018) – Join the Arizona Western College Health and Wellness Department as they walk out on domestic violence and take steps to support finding a cure for breast cancer during an upcoming event.

The Domestic Violence and Breast Cancer Awareness Walk will be held at 10 a.m. on October 17, in conjunction with October being Domestic Violence Awareness Month as well as Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

AWC Culinary Arts Program Serves Formal Dinners this Fall

Grilled Salmon Dinner Set for September 11 with Others to Follow

Yuma, AZ (August 16, 2018) — The Arizona Western College Culinary Arts Program presents their formal dinner offerings that include an appetizer, soup or salad, a main dish with sides and dessert. The students in the program create the menus and serve the meals. The funds raised are used for the students and their program necessities.

QPR Suicide Awareness & Prevention Training to be held at AWC

Yuma, AZ (August 15, 2018) – With suicide being one of the leading causes of death among 15 to 35 year olds, awareness and prevention are extremely important.

Arizona Western College’s Health and Wellness Department will be hosting a QPR Suicide Awareness and Prevention Training open to the community on Thursday, Sept. 20. The training will be held from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the Frances Morris Boardroom, located in the 3C Building of the AWC Yuma Campus, 2020 S. Ave. 8E.

AWC recipient of $400K National Endowment for the Humanities 1-to-1 match grant

Funds to be used for campus academic library renovations

Yuma, AZ (August 14, 2018) – Arizona Western College, in collaboration with the AWC Foundation, was recently awarded with a $400,000 Infrastructure and Capacity-Building Challenge Grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities. The funds, as well a 1-to-1 match requirement, will be used to enhance student learning experiences by expanding AWC’s academic library services over the next four years.

Local Expert brings Small Unmanned Aerial Systems classes to AWC Yuma Campus

Yuma, AZ (August 7, 2018) – Small unmanned aerial systems, 55 lbs. and less, are changing the way businesses and industries work. However, for people who want to utilize the machines in their workplace or for individuals simply interested in learning more about the technology, it’s imperative that users gain an understanding of how to operate the equipment safely and correctly.