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.
Parker, AZ (August 2, 2018) – The Arizona Western College Parker Community Center has been used as the venue for a variety of community activities and events when it’s not being used as classroom space.
The 11,200-square-foot facility, which opened in December of 2016, can also be converted into a large meeting area to accommodate 250 seated guests, dining style. The center also includes a fitness center, kitchen, and offices.
San Luis, AZ (Aug 2, 2018) – Images created by 53 printmakers from five countries will be featured at the Arizona Western College San Luis Learning Center as part of the Horned Toad Print Exchange II.
The international traveling exhibition is free for the community to attend and will be on display from August 15 to September 14. People can stop by to view the artwork at the AWC San Luis Learning Center, 1340 N. 8th Avenue, San Luis, Ariz., Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. until 7 p.m. and on Friday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Certificate helped local graduate gain an edge in university work
Parker, AZ (July 31, 2018) – The Arizona Western College Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program is returning to La Paz County in the spring of 2019.
Time change makes class more appealing
Yuma, AZ (July 26, 2018) – Interested in incorporating healthy cooking methods into your daily lifestyle?
Arizona Western College is offering a Healthy Cooking class at a new time this fall to help students develop the skills to choose, cook, and eat healthy foods.
Discounted rate made college a reality for Parker student
Parker, AZ (July 24, 2018) – Being dual enrolled in high school and college gave Elias Martinez the opportunity to narrow down which programs he was interested in, at a discounted rate.
Staff to be available for students 7 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Yuma, AZ (July 25, 2018) – Arizona Western College will be extending their daily hours of operation by two hours beginning Wednesday, August 1.
After being open from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. for decades, student-facing services at the AWC Yuma Campus will now be open until 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday.
Parker, AZ (July 19, 2018) – Arizona Western College helped prepare Rich Tozer in his pursuit of higher education. And now, as an Adjunct Professor of Sociology at the AWC Parker Learning Center, he’s using that same education to equip others for their future as well.
“My education at AWC set the foundation for my bachelor’s and master’s degrees,” said Tozer. “I gained the academic skills and confidence to stay academically focused to earn higher education degrees.”
Yuma, AZ (July 18, 2018) – Arizona Western College Agriculture Science Manager Leigh Loughead was recognized with the Outstanding Post-Secondary Educator Award by the Arizona Agriculture Teachers Association (AATA) during their awards banquet Tuesday. Nominated for the award by her peers, Loughead said it was humbling to be selected.
“I am extremely honored to be receiving this award,” said Loughead. “This award is recognition of the hard work and dedication that goes into teaching.”
She noted that the award also reflects the outstanding Agriculture Science program at AWC.
