College News

Carolyn Shack has long felt a deep empathy for the homeless and felt compelled to do something to help them. It was while studying at Rio Salado that Shack decided to take action. Find out more about her initiative to help the unhoused.

Driven with a desire to be a voice for others, Rio Salado’s Student Senator Aiyana Churcher looks to bring together her goals and new role to serve her fellow Rio Waves.

That old folk saying “laughter is the best medicine” may be overstating it a bit but the fact is that laughter DOES have a very real and tangible impact on our health.

Vera Batista Cespedes studied radiology in her native Cuba and worked her way up to become an X-ray technician. When she came to the United States, she decided to supplement her knowledge in the field. Find out more about Vera and her Rio success story.

Rio Salado College’s Faculty Chair of Dental Programs Monica Nenad made a splash this year in the pages of the Journal of Dental Hygiene. The April issue included her paper about her research into the “Effects of a Radiography Checklist on Reducing Retake Exposures.”

Kristi Kroeger’s dream was to become a teacher. Find out how her time at Rio Salado helped her make it come true.

America's workforce now has greater access to Rio Salado College classes, micro-credentials and degree programs through a new partnership with Guild, a Career Opportunity Platform.

Taking care of your feet takes more than a good pair of shoes. Find out what you can do to protect yourself from foot pain.

Aryana Altaha is many things: a sophomore at Paradise Valley High School, a dual enrollment student at Rio Salado College, a boxer, K-drama fan, and, like a typical teen, an avid social media user. But unlike a typical teen, Altaha focuses her social media use on promoting mental health awareness.

Last month marked 32 years since the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) became law. To celebrate the anniversary, Rio Salado’s Disability Resources and Services (DRS) Center hosted a tour and demonstrations in their new office location.

Students who are new to Rio Salado College and the Maricopa Community Colleges as of Fall 2022, and are pursuing a degree, will be required to take one of two first-year experience (FYE) courses as part of their degree program.

Studying doesn’t have to be stressful! Keep these rules of thumb in mind the next time you hit the books to keep yourself on an even keel.