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A congratulatory graphic featuring four portraits of students who received the 2025 Chancellor's Civic Leadership Medallion. The winners—Elsir Ahmed, Anira Bermudez, Kelly Sukkha, and Marielena Aguirre—are shown smiling, with three wearing medallions. The background transitions from blue to green with the text: “2025 Chancellor's Civic Leadership Medallion Recipients – WINNERS – Elsir Ahmed, Anira Bermudez, Kelly Sukkha and Marielena Aguirre.”

Four Rio Salado Students Honored With 2025 Chancellor’s Civic Leadership Medallion

Four Rio Salado College students have been honored with the 2025 Chancellor’s Civic Leadership Medallion for their outstanding commitment to public service, leadership, and advocacy. From mentoring…
May 30, 2025
A congratulatory graphic for Rio Salado College Class of 2025 graduate Alexandria Woodruff. She is smiling and wearing a white halter top against a colorful background with blue, green, and yellow gradients and floating graduation caps. Text reads: “Congratulations Rio Salado College Class of 2025 – Alexandria Woodruff.”

From High School to Triple College Degree Graduate: Alexandria Woodruff’s Dual Enrollment Story

From high school senior to triple associate degree graduate—Alexandria Woodruff did it all before crossing the stage at Desert Vista. See how this ACE student, biotech-certified intern, and future…
May 29, 2025
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Wellness Wednesday: The Super Science of Strawberries

Strawberries aren't just sweet treats: they're packed with healthy vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants! Find out more about the health benefits of this brilliant red fruit in this week…
May 28, 2025
Eleven attendees of the small business networking event pose together for a group photo in front of a Rio Salado College podium. They are dressed in a mix of business and casual attire, smiling warmly at the camera in a spacious event room with wood-paneled doors in the background.

Small Business Week Networking Event Empowers Student Entrepreneurs

Big ideas, bold connections! During Small Business Week, student entrepreneurs gathered at Rio Salado for speed networking, real-time coaching, and pitch-perfect feedback.
May 28, 2025
A smiling graduate, Samantha Donofrio, stands in her cap and gown in front of a blue and green background with floating graduation caps. Text reads: “Congratulations Rio Salado College Class of 2025 – Samantha Donofrio.” She wears a royal blue cap and gown with gold and blue honor cords and a gold stole.

More than a Job: Teaching as a Calling and a Craft

Samantha Donofrio, a Rio Salado College Post-Baccalaureate graduate, shares how teaching special education while completing her certification transformed her into a more intuitive, passionate…
May 27, 2025
A row of graduates in royal blue caps and gowns sit side by side during a commencement ceremony. Most are looking forward, while one young woman near the front smiles at the camera. The lighting highlights the graduates against a dark background, emphasizing the celebratory moment.

Relive the Excitement of Commencement 2025

Rio Salado College celebrated the Class of 2025 on May 8 at Arizona Financial Theatre. With more than 4,100 awards conferred— our graduates shared powerful stories of triumph and transformation.
May 22, 2025
Congratulations Rio Salado Class of 2025 Melissa Siaotong

Class of 2025 Graduate Melissa Siaotong Plans to Make Big Moves in Transportation

Rio Salado Class of 2025 graduate Melissa Siaotong plans to make big moves in the future. Find out more about what drew this long-time Arizona Department of Transportation worker to Rio and what she…
May 22, 2025
A promotional graphic introduces the Spring 2025 Democracy Fellows from Rio Salado College. Three individuals are shown in circular photo frames on a blue geometric background. From left to right: Angelo Lopez, a man with a shaved head and beard wearing a medal and dark suit; Marielena Aguirre, a woman with straight dark hair and red lipstick wearing a black top; and Lucero Arciniega, a smiling woman with long hair and glasses. Below their portraits, text reads: “Meet the Spring 2025 Democracy Fellows.”

Empowering Civic Engagement: Meet Our Spring 2025 Democracy Fellows

Rio Salado College introduces the Spring 2025 Democracy Fellows! In partnership with the Campus Vote Project, these student leaders are focusing on voter rights restoration through a civic engagement…
May 21, 2025
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Rio Funds Like The Jo C. Bennett Fund Help Students Stay In The Race By Clearing Education Hurdles

Scholarships, grants, and funds can help students overcome sudden financial setbacks so they're able to continue their studies. One emergency fund that Rio Salado offers is the Jo C. Bennett…
May 19, 2025
ASU’s Middle East Music Ensemble, Layali Al-Sham, pose together on a stage in front of a black curtain. Three women hold traditional Middle Eastern instruments, including a ney (flute) and a darbuka (goblet drum), while a man on the left holds an oud (lute). The seated woman in front smiles while resting her hands on the darbuka.

Rio Salado College hosts live performance by Arizona State University’s Middle East Music Ensemble: Layali Al-Sham

ASU’s Middle East Music Ensemble, Layali Al-Sham, brought the beauty and complexity of Arab music to Rio Salado College this April in honor of Arab American Heritage Month. Their live performance…
May 16, 2025
A congratulatory graphic for Rio Salado College’s Class of 2025 features graduate George Nolan. He is dressed in a sharp blue suit with a patterned tie, smiling confidently against a backdrop of flying graduation caps. The text reads: “Congratulations Rio Salado College Class of 2025 – George Nolan.”

Lost and Found in Arizona

From incarceration to inspiration: Marine Corps veteran Greg Nolan found purpose and a path forward through Rio Salado College’s Incarcerated Reentry Program. His journey from addiction to advocacy…
May 15, 2025
A promotional banner for Rio Salado College's Insurance Studies Virtual Summer Camp. The image features a blue overlay with a smiling young woman on the left and blurred students in the background. On the right, white and yellow text reads: “Rio Salado College, A Maricopa Community College — Insurance Studies Virtual Summer Camp.”

Scholarships Available for Risk Management & Insurance Virtual Summer Camp 2025

Interested in a career in insurance? Rio Salado College is offering two hybrid courses—INS100 and INS200—plus 10 full scholarships for each class! Courses start June 2 and include expert guest…
May 14, 2025