TEDxAWC returns to Yuma in April 2025
The much-anticipated TEDxAWC is back for another exciting event on Friday, April 25, 2025. TEDxAWC is looking for 8-10 speakers who can bring forward fresh ideas in line with the theme of “Transform & Thrive.”
Explore career opportunities at the AWC Healthcare Job Fair on Oct. 23
As part of National Transfer Student Week, Arizona Western College will host a Healthcare Job Fair on October 23. Students, alumni, and the general public are invited to explore education and employment opportunities in the healthcare field.
Arizona Western College celebrates National Transfer Student Week
From October 21-25, Arizona Western College will be hosting events in celebration of National Transfer Student Week. Students will explore transfer options, speak with representatives from Arizona’s state universities, gain skills in financial literacy, and connect with employers from the Yuma community.
AWC’s Amber Ortega elected as OADN Nominating Committee Member
Professor Amber Ortega has been elected to serve as a Nominating Committee Member for the Organization for Associate Degree Nursing. Competitive elections are held yearly, with only one committee member chosen from applicants nationwide.
Unlock your potential at Yuma Transfer and Career Expo
On Monday, October 21, Arizona Western College will kick off National Transfer Student Week with the Yuma Transfer and Career Expo, an event dedicated to empowering students seeking to further their educational and career goals.
New and improved Academic Library supports the needs of 21st-Century students
On October 9, Arizona Western College celebrated the Grand Opening of the AWC/NAU-Yuma Academic Library. The new-and-improved library provides students with access to multimedia and multidisciplinary learning spaces that support the demands of modern technology.
AWC Entrepreneurial College and Yuma Truck Driving School partner to offer CDL Certification
Arizona Western Entrepreneurial College has partnered with Yuma Truck Driving School to offer an Open Entry/Open Exit Commercial Driver’s License Certification. The 12-credit program will encompass theoretical and practical aspects of commercial driving, ensuring participants are well-prepared for the challenges of the road.
La Paz County leaders to speak at AWC Legislative Town Hall in Quartzite
On October 16th, Arizona Western College will host a free Town Hall event at the AWC Quartzite Learning Center. La Paz County leaders will cover topics such as education, water, workforce, and public safety, and address the way these issues translate into legislative action at the State level.
AWC invites students to High School Senior Days
Arizona Western College is pleased to welcome high school seniors from eight local schools over the coming weeks. Students are invited to learn about majors and programs, go on a guided tour, participate in a scavenger hunt, and have lunch on campus.