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Wellness Wednesday: The Imperfect Art of Wabi-Sabi

Things fall apart but that doesn’t mean we have to. Maintaining a healthy philosophy about life through its many changes and tribulations can help keep us together. For this week’s Wellness Wednesday, we’re embracing our imperfections through the venerable practice of wabi-sabi.
August 9, 2023

Going Back to School Without Backing Out of Your Commitments

A new semester is just around the corner for students of all ages! Whether you’re going back to school yourself or looking for tips on how to help your children or partner get ready to go back to class, we’ve got some pointers on how to put your best foot forward and walk a straight line toward graduation.
August 3, 2023

Wellness Wednesday: Sparkling Or Still?

Sparkling waters and seltzers are more popular than ever, but do they hydrate as well as still water? For this week’s Wellness Wednesday, we look at the pros and cons of beating the heat with fizzy water.
August 2, 2023

Make Learning & Working Easier By Improving Your Critical Thinking Skills

Critical thinking is one of the most important soft skills you can develop. Being able to observe, analyze, and problem solve using logic and reason should be in everyone’s toolkit. For our latest blog we look at what critical thinking is and how you can refine it.
July 31, 2023

Wellness Wednesday: Keep Your Pets Cool During a Heat Wave

Temperatures are running high so it's important to make sure you keep your pets cool. For this week's Wellness Wednesday, we look at things you can do to help your furry friends ride out a heat wave.
July 26, 2023

Celebrate the 33rd Anniversary of the ADA

Today is the 33rd anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)! Celebrate this historic occasion by checking out our informative library guide and learning more about this landmark piece of civil rights & accessibility legislation.
July 26, 2023

Erica Martinez Holds Rio Salado Accountable for her Love of Business Law

For Mesa’s Erica Martinez, Rio Salado’s online classes helped her balance her work and family obligations with her ambitions to further her studies. Find out more about how going to Rio helped her discover a passion for business law on our blog.
July 25, 2023

Veterans Invited to Apply for Free Microelectronic Nanotech Training Program

Rio Salado College debuted a new idea this past spring that connects Valley veterans with the thriving semiconductor business that began in Phoenix in 1949. This fall, veterans will have another opportunity to take part.
July 20, 2023

Wellness Wednesday: Make Time For Naptime

A little shut-eye during the day could be just the thing you need to stay fresh and alert. For this week’s Wellness Wednesday we look at the rejuvenating power of naptime.
July 19, 2023

Not Sure of Your College Major? Start with a Gen Ed Degree

Younger students may not yet know the answer to “What do you want to be when you grow up.” And older or returning students may want a career change without knowing which direction to go.
July 17, 2023

Special Saturday Registration Hours Aug. 19

Are you thinking of going back to school? Or are having trouble carving out time to register for classes during a busy week of work and personal obligations? Rio Salado College is holding Special Saturday Registration Hours.
July 13, 2023

Wellness Wednesday: Should We All Scream for Ice Cream?

Ice cream is a cold and sweet treat, but will it put your health on ice? Read on as we break down the surprising health benefits of ice cream on this week’s ice-cold Wellness Wednesday.
July 12, 2023