Strathmore's Who's Who Honors Dianna M. Johnson as a 2016 Professional of the Year
Published Tuesday, January 5, 2016Dianna M. Johnson, of Mesa, Arizona, has recently been recognized as a Strathmore’s Who’s Who Professional of the Year for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of roofing. She is an MCC alum. Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Dianna M. Johnson as a 2016 Professional of the Year - PR.pdf
Four Ways to Federally Fund College
Published Tuesday, January 5, 2016Completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, called the FAFSA, opens the door to federal funding for college. Juan Carlos Sanchez, financial aid outreach specialist at Mesa Community College, says in recent years, the application has become more user friendly. In February, MCC hosts a College Goal FASFA Day dedicated to helping students and parents fill out the federal form. Sponsor Story_ 4 ways to federally fund college.pdf
Barmettler Chosen as First Benedictine-Mesa Soccer Coach Ever
Published Monday, January 4, 2016Benedictine University at Mesa is proud to announce the appointment of Tim Barmettler as the first-ever head men's and women's soccer coach at the University. Barmettler's most recent coaching stop was at Mesa Community College, where he has been coaching since 2012. He helped revitalize the men's soccer program that hadn't reached the postseason in seven years, turning it into a perennial contender, reaching the ACCAC Regional Tournament in 2013, 2014 and 2015. Barmettler Chosen As First...
A Departing Chancellor Reflects on the Past
Published Monday, January 4, 2016After almost 30 years with the Maricopa County Community College District, in Arizona, with 13 of those years as chancellor, Rufus Glasper will be leaving his post in February to become president and CEO of the League for Innovation in the Community College. A Departing Chancellor Reflects on the PastAACC 21st Century Virtual Center.pdf
Letter: Arizona must hate working-class students
Published Tuesday, December 29, 2015Letter to the editor: "It must be tough to be a poor, working-class student attending college in Arizona. Little attention seems to be paid to the dramatic cuts made to higher education in both community colleges and our three state universities." Arizona must hate working-class students.pdf
Coverage of New Degree Program Prepares Students for Careers in Sustainable Agriculture
Published Wednesday, December 23, 2015Beginning with the spring 2016 semester Mesa Community College will offer an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Sustainable Agriculture, the first of its kind in Arizona. League for Innovation in the Community College East Valley Tribune link - Sustainable ag degree added in Mesa - East Valley Tribune_ East Valley Local News.pdf Benzinga.com -- Benzinga 122315 sustainable-agricul.pdf Living Architecture Daily link -- Living Architecture Daily_ Solutions for Change takes aquaponics...
Eastside Fire Taps Out-Of-State Candidate for New Fire Chief
Published Tuesday, December 22, 2015Jeff Clark has been the fire chief for the Chandler Fire, Health & Medical Department in Chandler, Arizona, for the last seven years. The Eastside Fire & Rescue board in Washington extended an offer to Clark for the open EF&R fire chief position. He has an associate of applied science and fire science from Mesa Community College, a bachelor’s degree in public safety administration from Grand Canyon University and a master of administration from Northern Arizona University. Eastside...
Even St. Nick Needs Santa School
Published Tuesday, December 22, 2015Mark Brenneman, a retired MCC math instructor, has been playing Santa for 43 years. Brenneman operates Santa Claus and Company, directing a group of about 15 Santas, four Mrs. Claus' and five to nine elves. PDF
Moeur Receives Order of The Rising Sun in Phoenix
Published Sunday, December 20, 2015Kelly Moeur, honorary consul general of Japan in Phoenix, received the Order of the Rising Sun, Gold Rays with Neck Ribbon, from Los Angeles-based Consul General Harry Horinouchi on Nov. 19 at the Japanese Friendship Garden in Phoenix. Moeur Receives Order of the Rising Sun in Arizona.pdf
High School Auto Challenge 2016 hosted by MCC
Published Wednesday, December 16, 2015A full-time student scholarship will be at stake when high school students from across Arizona test their automotive testing and diagnostic skills during the inaugural Maricopa Community Colleges' Arizona High School Auto Challenge. Note: The Challenge will take place in April 2016.