Arizona Western College

The AWC Jazz Ensemble held its spring end-of-semester concert that featured challenging music the students had studied all semester and also featured vocal students Dorothy Sánchez and Charles Shepherd!

AWC Visual and Performing Arts More photos here: https://azwestern.photoshelter.com/galleries/C0000G.oByCOHo2o/G0000hecQIn567Ac/Jazz-Ensemble-Spring-Final-Concert

🎓✨ At the Military and Veterans Stole Ceremony, we celebrated the strength, dedication, and achievements of Arizona Western College graduates who have served our country. Congratulations to these remarkable graduates! 🎉

More photos: https://azwestern.photoshelter.com/galleries/C0000G.oByCOHo2o/G0000CiXcPw0peCY/Military-and-Veterans-Stole-Ceremony

AWC Theatre collaborated with the Yuma Community Theater to present a hilarious production of the musical "Ride the Cyclone"!

“Not only do AWC students get a chance to work with a YCT director and be exposed to Yuma's community theatre opportunities; YCT folks get a chance to work in our space and create connections with actors for their future productions,” said Ann Wilkinson, AWC Professor of Theatre.

Keep an eye out for the next AWC Theatre productions starting up again this fall!

AWC Visual and Performing Arts More photos: https://azwestern.photoshelter.com/galleries/C0000G.oByCOHo2o/G0000m7IF_.EACwk/Ride-the-Cyclone

Students transferring to a university after graduation were honored at La Cosecha, a celebration that recognizes individuals who have demonstrated extraordinary persistence in order to receive their education.

In addition to pursuing a transfer degree, students honored at this event must have also met at least one of the following criteria to apply for the recognition:

• First Generation
• Relied/depended on financial aid to complete a degree
• Students with a disability
• Experienced unusual/extenuating circumstances during degree completion

In addition to certificates and commemorative stoles, many students also received transfer scholarships to continue their academic persuits.

Special thank you to our donors including our new co-sponsor, Jimmy Esparza, CEO of Renewable Power USA, who became the latest contributor allowing for the continuation of the annual tradition.

Congratulations, recipients!

Arizona Western College Foundation

In case you missed it, we celebrated South Yuma County graduates May 3rd at the Community of Learners recognition ceremony! Graduates from San Luis, Somerton, and Gadsden were honored at this community event. Here are the snapshots!

AWC South Yuma County

Update 5/28/24 4:30PM:

The Yuma Campus 3C offices will resume regular operations tomorrow, Wednesday, 5/29.

Starbucks will open at 10:00AM tomorrow before resuming their regular summer hours on Thursday, 5/30 (7AM-2PM).

The Eatery will remain closed as was previously planned for the summer.

Thank you for your patience and flexibility as we worked through solutions.

Original Announcement posted 5/27/24

Attention AWC Community—

Due to flooding in the College Community Center (3C) on the Yuma Campus, and the required restoration work, there will not be air conditioning in the building on Tuesday, 5/28, and the building will be CLOSED.

If you are in need of any services normally available in the 3C, please see the contact information provided below. Some services will be available remotely, while others may be accessed in person at an alternate location on campus. Helpful information can also be found on each service web page.

Admissions and Registration
📧 [email protected]
📍 Admissions staff will be available from 8am to 5pm in SC Room 206 (Student Success Center) on the Yuma Campus.
💻 Virtual appointments available upon request.

Advisement Services
📧 [email protected] or 928.344.7624
💻 Virtual appointments available. azwestern.edu/advising

Financial Aid
📧 [email protected] or 928.344.7634
💻 Virtual appointments available. azwestern.edu/financialaid

Disbursement
📧 [email protected]

Foundation
📧 [email protected]

Human Resources
📧 [email protected]

Testing Services
📧 [email protected] or 928.344.7641

Early College
📧 [email protected] or 928.317.6238
💻 Virtual appointments available upon request.

Cashier & Accounts Receivable
📧 [email protected] or 928.317.7666
📍 Staff will be available in the MAC Makerspace for in-person assistance

Military and Veteran Services
📧 [email protected]
📧 [email protected] or 928.317.7605

AccessABILITY Resource Services, International Student Services, Student Health and Wellness, Student Activities and Leadership, and Campus life staff will all be working remotely.
📧 [email protected]
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📧 [email protected]

We will provide updates as we have them. We anticipate this being resolved quickly in order to resume normal operations in the 3C very soon. Thank you for your understanding as we work to continue providing services.

🎓🎉 AWC, NAU-Yuma, UA-Yuma, and ASU Local proudly celebrate the Class of 2024! Congrats to over 2,800 graduates—time for the next chapter! 🌟

Check out this snapshot from the Commencement 2024 photo gallery. Full album link here: https://azwestern.photoshelter.com/galleries/C0000G.oByCOHo2o/G0000sU6HX4cfjdk/Commencement-2024

Our offices will be CLOSED and there will be no classes Monday, May 27th in observance of Memorial Day.

Regular hours and classes resume Tuesday, May 28th. Find more important dates and closures at azwestern.edu/academic-calendar.

Sign up now for the 2024 Summer Basketball Camp!

🗓️ June 3-6
🕘 9AM-12PM
🧒 Grades K-12
📍 House Gymnasium, Yuma Campus

Matador coaching staff will teach basketball fundamentals such as footwork, ball handling, shooting form, defense, and rebounding. All campers will also receive the 2024 camp t-shirt.

$115 for pre-registration until May 30th
$130 on-site registration June 3rd.

To register, call 928.317.7666 or email [email protected].

Questions? Email Coach Kyle Isaacs at [email protected].

Arizona Western College, Northern Arizona University-Yuma Branch Campus, University of Arizona-Yuma Academic Center, and Arizona State University Local in Yuma announce the 2024 Commencement. The ceremony will take place at 7 p.m. on Friday, May 17, at Veterans Memorial Stadium.

We are proud to award over 2,800 degrees and occupational certificates for this academic year! Congratulations, graduates! We can't wait to celebrate you!

For more details, including our 2024 student speaker list, visit: https://www.azwestern.edu/news/awc-celebrating-commencement-may-17

🎶This past Monday, we immersed ourselves in the Jubilee Concert, indulging in great melodies and unforgettable performances.

Arizona Western College President Dr. Daniel Corr was recently invited to join 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.

Dr. Corr was asked to participate in a breakout discussion during the event amongst White House staff, federal agency staff, and state leaders focused on state-level initiatives and opportunities for aligned efforts regarding preparing for federal investments and expanding career pathways and sector strategies.

As Dr. Corr points out, “The fact that Arizona Western College was invited to the table highlights the amazing work being done here at AWC." Read the full story here: https://www.azwestern.edu/news/dr-corr-invited-participate-white-house-workforce-convening

Last Friday, we honored the remarkable journey of our CAMP graduates as well as our first-year completers! 👩🏻‍🎓

Their perseverance, determination, and commitment have brought them to this triumphant moment. 🤩

The College Assistance Migrant Program is a federally funded program designed to meet the needs of students with migrant or seasonal farm-working backgrounds.
Check your eligibility on our website. https://www.azwestern.edu/student-life/camp

Unleash your potential and push yourself to achieve your greatest dreams! Join our team at Arizona Western College. We are Western. We are Mighty. Experience the power of education with us!

Fall classes begin August 12. azwestern.edu/admissions

Hey Matadors! 👋

Today we would like to recognize our students Josett Clark and Rosaelba Soto Robles who are our Students of the Month! 🤩

Your effort, commitment and dedication deserves to be recognized!

Both of our students are Arizona Board of Regents All Arizona Scholarship Recipients for this year! They are also planning to transfer to the University of Arizona to continue pursuing their education.

Both Josett and Rosaelba, are an example of student excellence! Congratulations!👏

Shape the future with Early Childhood Education! Cultivate minds and nourish hearts. We are Western. We are Nurturing Generations. Join us in building tomorrow's leaders!

Fall classes begin August 12. azwestern.edu/admissions

🎓 Graduates! Tomorrow, April 23rd, is the last day to order your cap, gown, and tassel, be sure you submit your order now to guarantee you look your best for your big moment! 🎆

Ordering is easy and 100% online at https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/gradProductBrowse/1314933/Arizona-Western-College/Graduation-Products/col_grad_1314933/CATALOG_COLLEGE

👨‍🎓 Also, complimentary First Generation stoles will be provided on graduation day on a first-come, first-served basis.

Learn more about Graduation 2024 at azwestern.edu/graduation-and-beyond

🎭 Join us for a wild ride with Yuma Community Theater and AWC Theatre as they present "Ride the Cyclone"! 🎢 Six teens meet fate on a roller coaster, awake in limbo, then get a chance to win the ultimate prize: a return to life! 😲🎉

Don't miss this hilarious and heartwarming musical that'll have you laughing and pondering what makes life truly meaningful. Rated PG-13.

📅 May 2-5
🕢 Showtimes: 7:30pm (May 2-4) & 2:30pm (May 5)
📍 AWC Theatre Building, Yuma Campus
🎟️ Tickets: $5 with AWC student ID, $10 with other student IDs, $20 general admission. Get yours online or at the door! 🎶✨

https://www.azwestern.edu/news/awc-theatre-collaborates-yuma-community-theater-production-ride-cyclone

Amazing things happening with our Wellton Manufacturing Training Center!

🎙️ Exciting news for students! Next week, nationally renowned voice coach Jessica Hansen is joining our Introduction to Podcasting course thanks to GoalBusters and AWC sponsorship.

The course takes place April 24th at 1:30pm in Room 101 of the Learning Resources Building. Find out more about this incredible opportunity to learn from a nationally recognized, passionate voice coach at: https://www.azwestern.edu/news/nationally-renowned-voice-coach-work-introduction-podcasting-students