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Rio Salado Launches EmpowerED for Student Success
Rio Salado College launches the EmpowerED for Student Success campaign, aiming to raise $20M by 2026 to remove barriers to education and empower Arizona's workforce.
December 6, 2024
President Smith Reports on Arizona Mexico Commission Education Successes
President Kate Smith highlighted workforce partnerships and cross-border educational initiatives at the Arizona-Mexico Commission Membership Reception.
December 2, 2024
Rio Named Most Engaged Campus for Student Voting
Rio Salado College has been honored as a 2024 ALL IN Most Engaged Campus for efforts to boost nonpartisan student voter participation.
November 21, 2024
President Smith Reports: Arizona Mexico Cross-Border Partnerships Remove Educational Barriers
President Kate Smith of Rio Salado College joined Arizona-Mexico leaders at the 65th Annual Plenary Meeting to advance cross-border education initiatives that strengthen Arizona and Sonora's workforce and cultural exchange opportunities.
November 8, 2024
You Can Be the Star Attraction at the Next Job Fair
Job fairs may not have fried food or Ferris wheels but they could change your life if you talk to the right person. For our latest Career Corner blog we’re offering you tips on how to make the best first impression at the next job fair.
November 4, 2024
From the Classroom to TikTok: How a Rio Salado Student is Making Waves
Rio Salado student Irma Montiel's TikTok video inspired thousands, sharing her journey of learning English and encouraging others to pursue their education.
October 24, 2024
Rio Salado's Southern Celebrates 10 Years of Serving Students
Rio Salado College's Southern location celebrates its 10th anniversary, honoring a decade of service to students and the community with heartfelt reflections and recognition.
October 16, 2024
Compassion into Action: A Rio Student’s Mission to Support Vulnerable Youth
From personal challenges to community impact, follow Ed Boler's inspiring journey as he leverages Rio Salado's flexible education to build a meaningful career in health services.
August 22, 2024
Learning at Maricopa Community Colleges is a Family Affair
Meet the Rouns family, where perseverance and education go hand in hand. Shawna Rouns and her daughter Kamryn exemplify lifelong learning and dedication, both achieving significant academic milestones at Rio Salado College.
July 9, 2024
Congratulations to the 2024 HSE Graduates!
It was a night of happy tears and joyful cheers as Rio Salado College honored students who earned High School Equivalency (HSE) diplomas at the annual graduation ceremony.
June 27, 2024
Against All Odds: Dual Student Earns 2 Degrees Despite Formidable Health Woes
Alondra Ordonez, who attended Heritage Academy in Laveen, AZ, finished two Rio Salado degrees while in high school thanks to dual enrollment, taking many classes while in ICU.
June 25, 2024
Single Mom Realizes Dream to Finish High School Diploma
Single mother Adriana Franco faced many obstacles while returning to school for her high school equivalency (HSE) diploma, but thanks to her unwavering determination, she has realized her dreams.
June 18, 2024