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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

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 George 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

A large, energetic group of dual enrollment students from Rio Salado College cheer and smile during commencement. They are dressed in bright blue graduation gowns and caps, some holding diplomas and raising their hands in celebration. The diverse group of young graduates stands close together, radiating excitement and pride as they mark this academic milestone.

400+ High School Students on Track to Earn College Degrees: Rio Salado Celebrates Record Dual Enrollment Success

Learn how these students are accelerating their futures and reshaping what’s possible in high school education.

May 13, 2025

How to Improve Problem Solving Skills

Problem-solving is one of several "soft skills" you can master to make yourself a more well-rounded person at home, in the office, and in the classroom. In this blog, we're breaking…

May 12, 2025

Illustration of a beach scene with ocean waves at the top, tan sand, a palm tree shadow, and a colorful beach ball in the bottom right corner. Bold navy text in the center reads “Summer Hours.”

Rio Salado College Summer Schedule Starts May 12

Rio Salado College’s summer schedule begins May 12 with limited services on Fridays through August 4. Learn which departments remain open and when to access key resources.

May 9, 2025