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Transfer & Career Expo to highlight Business, Communications, & Education

Yuma, AZ (October 31, 2018) – Arizona Western College will be holding a Transfer & Career Expo on Tuesday, Nov. 12, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the 3C Breezeway/Courtyard of the AWC Yuma Campus, 2020 S. Ave. 8E. The expo will specifically focus on Business, Communications, and Education opportunities for current and prospective students.

Learn about what career possibilities are available within an Arizona Western College major. Explore and network with agencies and employers about current and future jobs, internships, and volunteer opportunities.

Seventh graders to take “First-Generation Steps” toward college

Yuma, AZ (October 30, 2019) – Arizona Western College is inviting seventh-grade students in the Talent Search program to visit campus Wednesday, Nov. 6, as part of a First-Generation Steps event.

From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., students will have an opportunity to explore careers and learn about pursuing higher education.  The event will begin in the South Wing of the Schoening Conference Center at the AWC Yuma Campus, 2020 S. Ave 8E.

3rd Annual First-Generation Celebration to be held Nov. 6

Event to feature speakers, resource fair, and film screening

Yuma, AZ (October 30, 2019) – With over 60% of the population at Arizona Western College identifying as first-generation college goers, the campus aims to make resources and activities more accessible for students, especially those who may need additional support and guidance.

Chili Cook-Off to raise funds for scholarships

Teams participate in heated competition for title of event champion   

Yuma, AZ (October 30, 2019) – Join the Arizona Western College Alumni Association as teams compete to be recognized for making the Best Chili in Yuma County. Proceeds will benefit AWC Alumni scholarships and programs.

Eighth-grade students to go trick-or-treating at AWC

Yuma, AZ (October 24, 2019) – Arizona Western College Talent Search is holding a Trick or Treat event for eighth-grade students in the program to help them learn about the different departments on campus.

Students will have an opportunity to tour various areas of the college, trick-or-treating in costume along the way. The group will learn about where services and offices are located, as well as the function of each department.

Upward Bound students to volunteer at Children’s Festival of the Arts

Yuma, AZ (October 23, 2019) – Students in Upward Bound at Arizona Western College will be volunteering at the upcoming Children’s Festival of the Arts on Saturday, Nov. 2.

AWC President receives Pacesetter of the Year Award

Yuma, AZ (October 22, 2019) – Arizona Western College President Dr. Daniel Corr was recently honored with the National Council for Marketing & Public Relations (NCMPR) Pacesetter of the Year Award.

Communications and marketing staff earns nine NCMPR Medallion Awards

Yuma, AZ (October 22, 2019) – Arizona Western College staff members were recently recognized with nine National Council for Marketing & Public Relations (NCMPR) Medallion Awards.

Staff to get “taste” of Strategic Planning progress

Yuma, AZ (October 17, 2019) – Arizona Western College faculty and staff will have an opportunity to explore the nine Strategic Planning objectives at the heart of an Amazing Student Experience, while also enjoying a delicious treat along the way.

The Taste of the Future event will be held for the campus community on Wednesday, Oct. 23, from 3 to 4:15 p.m., in the South Wing of the Schoening Conference Center at the AWC Yuma Campus, 2020 S. Ave. 8E.