President Linda M. Thor
Dr. Linda M. Thor
NEW! President Thor Accepts Westmarc "Best of the West" first place awards for Communiversity @ Surprise and the Lifelong Learning Center.
NEW! President Thor Accepts Appointment to EDUCAUSE Board of Directors, a 4-year term.
Rio Salado: The College Within Everyone's Reach
We all know a college degree can be the difference between a routine job and a high-paying, exciting career. If you are looking for a convenient, flexible and affordable way to earn your degree, then Rio Salado College is the right place for you.
According to the U.S. Department of Education, Rio Salado is one of the nation's fastest-growing colleges* and has become the college of first choice for working adults seeking a more efficient way to complete their education.
Instead of offering classes at a traditional campus, Rio Salado brings the college to you by offering courses when and where you need them. Rio Salado offers more than 500 online classes starting every Monday, giving you the freedom to take classes anytime and anyplace you choose. It is Education Your Way!
In addition to providing online courses, we offer onsite educational opportunities for employees of our many corporate and government agency partners. Employees become Rio Salado students and earn occupational certificates and credits they can apply toward degrees that fit their career paths.
Rio Salado also takes pride in offering innovative solutions for the educational needs of the diverse communities we serve. Through our community outreach, we provide a variety of services and programs for students to either acquire basic skills; earn their GED’s; get a head start on their college careers; transition to higher education opportunities; integrate successfully back into society; or engage in lifelong learning. Rio Salado also maintains a strong community presence through cultural enrichment offered by its National Public Radio affiliates KJZZ-FM and KBAQ-FM plus Sun Sounds of Arizona Radio Reading Service.
Last year, more than 60,000 students seeking a better career and quality of life took advantage of Rio Salado's numerous learning opportunities. You, too, can join their ranks. We invite you to discover how Rio Salado has truly become the college within everyone's reach! Explore our website, www.riosalado.edu, for more information.
We look forward to helping you achieve your educational goals!
Sincerely,
Dr. Linda M. Thor, President, Rio Salado College
*Based on information provided by the U.S. Department of Education in the category of colleges with over 10,000 students.
