Success News

Rio Salado College hosted the 30th annual National Adult Education Honor Society (NAEHS) induction ceremony on Thursday, March 7, 2024, commemorating the accomplishments of its 24 newest student inductees.

Meet Kesha Shelton, a single mother of three, excelling with a 4.0 GPA at Rio Salado College, and one of Rio Salado’s new All AZ Scholars. Juggling work, motherhood, and studies, she shares her inspiring journey and future plans.

Wells successfully earned her HSE at Rio in 2019. The positive experience motivated her to continue her studies through Rio’s Adult ACE (Achieving a College Education) program.

Rio Salado students Beka Namachanja and Kesha Shelton are the Rio Salado College’s representatives to the 2024 All-Arizona Academic Team and will join honorees at a recognition ceremony on Feb. 28.

Army veteran Jimmie Booze made use of his military education benefits, attending Rio Salado College to reach his degree potential.

In 2023, Rio Salado College celebrated many milestones while serving our students, alumni, partners and communities.

Rio Salado College Avondale is turning 15! Join us in celebrating a decade and a half of empowering lives through education and community support.

Since completing her first associate degree in November 2022, Rio Salado graduate Tara Lopez has embarked on a journey marked by academic pursuits, business growth, and an unwavering commitment to her passions.

When Alyssa Bickle attended a presentation about the Achieving a College Education (ACE) program at her high school, the budding journalist put on her inquisitive hat.

The recent Rio Salado College High School Equivalency (HSE) graduation celebration recognized the achievements of 244 students who earned their HSE diplomas during the past academic year.

HR Employee First to Complete Rio Degree with Pilgrim’s Better Futures Program

Growing up in an active political family led recent Rio Salado graduate Emma Harlow to take part in political marches and rallies, volunteer work in her community and leadership roles in high school and college.