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Rio Salado College, Maricopa Community Colleges Explore the ASU Trusted Learner Network Model for Learner Mobility

Trusted Learner Network provides opportunities for Rio Salado learners to aggregate credentials from multiple sources.
October 15, 2026
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What You Need to Know About Financial Aid and FAFSA

Need help paying for school? There are financial aid options available that could give you the boost you need to get over a financial hurdle. Learn more about applying for financial aid and the…
October 14, 2026
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Rio Salado Recognizes the 2026 Outstanding Adjunct Faculty Honorees

Rio Salado College celebrates 35 outstanding instructors recognized for their excellence in teaching, dedication to student success and meaningful contributions to learning.
October 14, 2026
Rio Salado College alumna Diana Loya smiles while wearing a blue graduation cap and gown with honor cords at a commencement ceremony. Graduates and audience members are visible in the background. A blue overlay reads, "Meet Our Alumni, Diana Loya, Associate in Applied Science, Early Childhood Education."

One Class at a Time: Rio Salado Graduate Completes a Years-Long Journey to Associate Degree

After more than a decade of balancing work, motherhood and college, Rio Salado graduate Diana Loya earned her associate degree in 2026, proving that educational success doesn't have to follow a…
October 13, 2026
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Rio Salado, Maricopa Community Colleges, Receive HLC Approval for New Bachelor's Degrees

Rio Salado College's new Bachelor of Applied Science in Law and Legal Studies has received HLC approval, creating new opportunities for students pursuing careers in the legal field.
October 13, 2026
Rio Salado College alumni spotlight graphic featuring Eric Sartori, a smiling man with short gray hair and a beard wearing a navy blue shirt. A blue panel with gold and white text reads, "Meet Our Alumni, Eric Sartori, Transfer Student."

Sometimes One Class Is All You Need

For Eric Sartori, one online chemistry class at Rio Salado College helped him balance family, work and education while pursuing a new career in nursing.
October 8, 2026
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Wellness Wednesday: Swim Good, Feel Great

Thinking about dipping a toe in the water? Wondering if swimming is the right exercise for you? Dive in with us for our latest Wellness Wednesday as we wade through the health benefits of swimming.
October 7, 2026
A close-up selfie portrait of Tee Adams, a Black woman with long straight brown hair and black framed glasses, wearing a blue floral top. A dark blue graphic overlay in the bottom-right corner features white and yellow text stating: "Meet Our Students | Tee Adams | Associate in Organizational Management".

Three Kids, Two Jobs and a Dream

Discover how busy mother of three Tee Adams balances two jobs and online classes at Rio Salado College to build her future in business with help from a Maricopa Foundation scholarship
October 6, 2026
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What Benefits to Look for at Your Next Job

If you're on the hunt for a new job, keep an eye out for good benefits. A strong salary is important, of course, but a good payday isn't the only perk that comes from being employed. For…
October 5, 2026
Allyson Hurtado Fernandez works on an assignment at her desk at Tempe High School as part of her day as a Dual Enrollment student.

A Day in the Life as a Dual Enrollment Student

Get a look at a day in the life of Tempe High School junior Allyson Hurtado Fernandez as she balances high school classes, college-level coursework and earning college credits through Dual Enrollment.
October 1, 2026
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Student Parents Share Their Experiences During Panel Discussion at Rio Salado

Rio Salado students, alumni and staff gathered together on Sep. 24 for a panel discussion for Student Parent Month. The panel talked about how they balanced their education with their personal and…
September 30, 2026
Portrait of Rio Salado College student Dani Hernandez beside a graphic that reads, “Meet Our Students: Dani Hernandez, Bachelor’s in Elementary/Special Education.”

Making Room for College, Family and the Future

For Rio Salado student Dani Hernandez, making room for college means balancing family, work and a goal inspired by her own journey as a mother and advocate.
September 29, 2026

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