AWC Civic Orchestra presents Spirit of Christmas


Yuma, AZ (December 2, 2021) – The Arizona Western College Civic Orchestra will be presenting “The Spirit of Christmas” on Saturday, Dec. 18.

The community is invited to come out with the whole family to experience a beautiful selection of Christmas music. Performances will be held at 2 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. at the Historic Yuma Theater, 254 S. Main St.

In addition to the AWC Civic Orchestra, the String Ambassadors will also be performing.

AWC Jazz Ensemble to perform fall concert


Yuma, AZ (November 15, 2021) – The Arizona Western College Jazz Ensemble will present an evening of jazz music for all ages to enjoy during their upcoming fall concert.

The performance, entitled, “Jazz Night and Day,” will feature vocalist Grace Marceau and will begin at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 17, at the AWC Theatre, 2020 S. Ave. 8E. 

The concert is free and open to the public. Donations will be accepted to benefit student scholarships.

Inductees to be recognized during AWC Hall of Fame Celebration


Honorees include Amanda Aguirre, Bruce Jacobson, Mario Jauregui, Richard Lamb, and Sheriff Leon Wilmot

Yuma, AZ (November 15, 2021) – Alumni and community partners will be present to attend the Arizona Western College Hall of Fame Celebration at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 16.  AWC’s 2021 Hall of Fame Inductees Amanda Aguirre, Bruce Jacobson, Mario Jauregui, Richard Lamb, and Sheriff Leon Wilmot will be honored during the in-person event, which will also be streamed on Facebook Live.

AWC soccer teams to host NJCAA Division I Region I Championship games


Coach Kenny Dale and soccer players recognized by ACCAC and NJCAA

Yuma, AZ (October 27, 2021) – For the first time in the program’s history, the Arizona Western College Men’s Soccer team (17-0 overall, 9-0 ACCAC) remained undefeated all season.

The Matadors won their 17th consecutive game on Saturday in Tucson against Pima, earning the title of ACCAC Conference Champions. This is the 4th time the program has held this title.