Randy Hartless takes on new position as Associate Dean for La Paz County Entrepreneurial College
August 24, 2023Parker, AZ (August 24, 2023) – From student to governing board member to professor, Randy Hartless’ story is woven around the years he’s spent at Arizona Western College. Now, his journey continues as he steps into a new administrative role as the Associate Dean for La Paz County Entrepreneurial College.
AWC graduates 31 students from La Paz County campuses
May 22, 2019Parker, AZ (March 22, 2019) – A total of 31 students recently graduated from Arizona Western College La Paz County campuses, with 12 receiving associate degrees and 19 completing certificate programs. This is an increase over last year’s nine associate degree recipients and seven certificate completions.
This growth has provided an opportunity for more students to become prepared for university programs and employment, which is in line with AWC’s Strategic Plan to increase the rate of baccalaureate degrees and eliminate poverty in the community.
AWC to University: Associate degree provides employee motivation, pursues baccalaureate
August 30, 2018Parker, 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.
Professional development opportunities available through AWC
August 20, 2018Parker, 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.
AWC to offer TEC 100 class through new trades program in La Paz County
June 28, 2018Enroll now for Fall 2018 to work toward a AAS degree in Industrial Technology
Parker, AZ (June 27, 2018) – Arizona Western College is expanding their offerings in La Paz County with the launch of a new trades program.
They’re kicking off a new Associate in Applied Science Degree program in Industrial Technology this fall by offering TEC 100, a core curriculum introductory skills course. The class will prepare students for certificates or degrees in technology and trades.