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Rio Salado alum and staff member Veronica Gutierrez has turned her own experience as an adult learner into a passion for helping other students succeed.

Rio Salado College has earned national recognition from the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge for its innovative, nonpartisan efforts to promote civic engagement, voter participation, and democratic leadership among students.

Rio Salado College celebrates honors scholarship recipients and Chancellor’s Medallion winners for their academic dedication, community service and commitment to their future goals.

From healthcare innovation to sweet treats and youth entrepreneurship, Rio Salado student entrepreneurs are turning creative ideas into growing businesses.

Rio Salado College Community Development students Esteban Salinas and Ángel Gaytan Betancourt received recognition in April for their perseverance, academic growth and commitment to lifelong learning.

Two Rio Salado students are earning statewide recognition for academic excellence, leadership, and their commitment to making a difference.

From overcoming adversity to earning national recognition, one Rio Salado student is proving the transformative power of education.

A Rio Salado College faculty leader is earning national recognition for transforming math education and expanding access for students.

President Kate Smith was named the first-place recipient of the Terry O’Banion Provocateur Award from the League of innovation during the annual Innovations Conference.

Three remarkable students are recognized for resilience, leadership, and academic excellence at Rio Salado College.

Meet Amber Struthers, Arizona Technology Council’s STEM Teacher of the Year, and learn how her passion for science and dual enrollment is shaping the future of automation education.

Creativity, purpose, and big ideas were on full display as Rio Salado student entrepreneurs took center stage in the 2025 Small Business Pitch Competition—earning funding, recognition, and momentum to grow their ventures.