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ASU student attributes higher education success to Upward Bound program

Parker, AZ (February 14, 2019) – Robin Martinez Jr. always knew that he wanted to attend college, but as a first-generation student, higher education seemed more like a distant dream than an attainable goal.

That all changed when he became a part of the Arizona Western College Upward Bound program as a freshman at Parker High School.

“Being a first-generation student, I had no one to guide me along the winding pathways that lead to college. Upward Bound became that guide for me,” he said.

Peter & the Wolf to be performed by AWC Civic Orchestra & Cibola Drama

Yuma, AZ (February 13, 2019) – The Arizona Western College Civic Orchestra and the Cibola High School Drama Department are teaming up to bring Peter and the Wolf to life for families in the community.

The AWC Civic Orchestra, String Ambassadors, Jr. String Ambassadors, and Twinklers will be presenting a production of the theatrical, symphonic fairy tale for children at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 23, at Cibola High School, 4100 W. 20th St.

Arizona Western College launches new FM service in Yuma

Yuma, AZ (February 12, 2019) – Music fans in Yuma now have a new way to hear the eclectic sounds emanating from Arizona Western College’s Border Radio. AWC has been on the air at 1320 AM for nearly 50 years, originally as KAWC-AM and for the past year as KOFA-AM. Now that same service is being simulcast on 94.7 FM in Yuma.

Michelle Thomas to speak at 2019 WESTOP Conference

Yuma, AZ (February 12, 2019) – As the association’s current president, Arizona Western College Director of TRIO Programs Michelle Thomas will be speaking during the 2019 Western Association of Educational Opportunity Personnel (WESTOP) Conference.

With a theme of “Rising to Transform: Investing in the Future of Educational Equity,” the conference will provide professional development opportunities for educators who work in programs such as Upward Bound, Talent Search, Student Support Services, and Gear-Up.

AWC to offer education scholarship in La Paz County

Funds to help develop “Grow Your Own Teacher” initiative

Parker, AZ (February 7, 2019) – La Paz County students interested in a career in Early or Secondary Education now have a new scholarship opportunity to apply for.

Arizona Western College is offering a scholarship for the EDU 110 – Intro to Education course, tuition, and books for up to 20 individuals who are interested in entering or exploring the education field. The course provides students with hands-on experience and observation time in classrooms in collaborating school districts.

Mental Health First Aid training to be held at AWC

Yuma, AZ (February 11, 2019) – Learn the skills necessary to recognize and respond to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders in the community during an upcoming training at Arizona Western College. 

AWC’s Health and Wellness Department is hosting a Mental Health First Aid certification training from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 21. The free training is open to the community and will be held in 3C Conference Room 2105 at the AWC Yuma Campus, 2020 S. Ave. 8E. Participants will have a one-hour break for lunch.

KAWC Colorado River Public Media challenges listeners to “Think”

Yuma, AZ (February 8, 2019) – On Monday, Feb. 4, KAWC began airing “Think,” an award-winning hour of information and in-depth conversation produced by public radio station KERA FM in Dallas.

Launched in 2006, “Think” is hosted by journalist Krys Boyd and airs on public radio stations across Texas and the nation. With 250,000 downloads per month, it is one of the most popular podcasts on the public radio system.

Artist conversation to be held at Littlewood Co-Op following mural celebration

Yuma, AZ (February 7, 2019) – Join us for an evening of conversation with mural artists Roger Peet and Lucinda Y. Hinojos. The artists will discuss and present their mural practice, including the national Endangered Species Mural Project and work celebrating Chicano culture and history, and conclude with a dialogue with the audience.

Join AWC Civic Orchestra for Romantic Classics Concert

Yuma, AZ (February 6, 2019) – The Arizona Western College Civic Orchestra will be presenting a Romantic Classics Concert at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 9, at the Historic Yuma Theater, 254 S. Main St.

The AWC Civic Orchestra, String Ambassadors, Young String Ambassadors, and Twinklers will be playing a collection of romantic themed music for an evening you won’t want to miss. Enjoy music from Abba, Neil Diamond, The Beatles, Grease, Dances with Wolves, and much more. Guest singers for this concert include Bill Regenhardt and Melody Dunn.