Dr. Corr invited to participate in White House Workforce Convening
May 8, 2024Attendees shared ideas to help prepare Americans for job market of tomorrow
Yuma, AZ (May 8, 2024) – Arizona Western College President Dr. Daniel Corr was recently invited to join the Biden-Harris administration and other state leaders at the White House to discuss efforts to expand investments in students and workers that lead to good jobs in high-demand sectors including clean energy, biotechnology, advanced manufacturing, semiconductors, and more.
Ribbon cutting ceremony celebrates new Fernandez Family Cyber Security Lab
April 24, 2024Yuma, AZ (April 24, 2024) – Arizona Western College recently unveiled the new Fernandez Family Cyber Security Lab to the community during a ribbon cutting ceremony on Tuesday, April 23.
Located in the Business Administration Building at the AWC Yuma Campus, this state-of-the-art learning hub will meet local workforce needs and provide students with hands-on experience using real-world tools to prepare for the threat landscape that cybersecurity professionals face today.
Ceremony celebrates AWC’s partnership with Sonora and Arizona universities
November 2, 2023Yuma, AZ (November 2, 2023) – A Memorandum of Understanding signing ceremony was held Tuesday, Oct. 24, to commemorate the unique partnership between education partners Arizona Western College, Sonora State University, and local Arizona Board of Regent University partners from the University of Arizona, Northern Arizona University and Arizona State University, together in a shared gathering with 4FrontED, Elevate Southwest, and community leaders.
AWC hosts public Town Hall on Sept. 19
August 30, 2023Event to celebrate legislative wins for Yuma County
Yuma, AZ (August 30, 2023) – Arizona Western College is proud to host Yuma County’s state elected officials from Districts 23 and 25 as they discuss the outcomes of the 2023 Legislative Session during a public Town Hall event.
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.
Culinary Arts program launches new curriculum this fall
August 10, 2023Students can earn stackable certifications through new 8-week courses
Yuma, AZ (August 10, 2023) – The Culinary Arts program at Arizona Western College has been redesigned to cater to what employers are looking for in the restaurant industry.
Senator Kelly staff visit AWC
July 5, 2023Yuma, AZ (July 5, 2023) – Arizona Western College leaders had an opportunity to meet with a representative from Senator Mark Kelly’s Office during a recent visit to the Yuma Campus.
AWC and YRMC compete for innovation, excellence on global stage
June 19, 2023Yuma, AZ (June 19, 2023) – Arizona Western College’s partnership with Yuma Regional Medical Center to create innovative solutions in rural healthcare has garnered global recognition. AWC was recently selected as one of five Triple E Awards finalists in the running for Community Engagement Initiative of the Year.
Dr. Corr signs open letter championing value of college education and training
June 7, 2023Arizona college presidents partner with Education Forward Arizona to amplify united call to action
Yuma, AZ (June 7, 2023) – Arizona is currently facing a severe shortage of college-educated adults. Just under half of Arizonans between the ages of 25 and 64 have earned a bachelor’s or associate degree or a professional credential or certificate. That’s well below the statewide goal of ensuring that at least 60 percent of Arizona’s adults have a postsecondary degree or credential by 2030.
AWC Launches New Entrepreneurial College
May 18, 2023Program creates improved education and training pathways for students and a more reliable pipeline of talent for employers
Yuma, AZ (May 18, 2023) – To meet a growing demand for an evolving entrepreneurial and workforce-based industry, Arizona Western College will be adding what it has been referring to as a “Second Pillar” to its services, officially titled the Entrepreneurial College.