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Passion for Learning Helps Student Overcome Addictions

Artist, painter, writer, advocate: Marielena Aguirre is a woman of many hats. Inspired by her firsthand experience with recovery to pursue a degree in addictions counseling and social work, this…
March 19, 2024

Celebrate Women’s History Month at Rio Salado College

March is Women’s History Month! Celebrate the reasons behind the season by checking out our library guide, attending an upcoming event at Rio, and expanding your viewing habits with some of our WHM…
March 18, 2024

Where are they now alumni profile – Meet Shawn Campbell

When Employers Offer Education, the Sky’s the Limit
March 14, 2024

Rio Salado College Celebrates 30th National Adult Education Honor Society Ceremony

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…
March 8, 2024

Rio Alum Cordero Holmes Delivers All-AZ Keynote Address

Cordero Holmes, outstanding Rio Salado College alum and 2022 commencement speaker, delivered the keynote address at the 2024 All-Arizona Academic Team recognition ceremony.
March 7, 2024

Blow Off Some STEAM at Geeks Night Out

Get your STEAM on on March 27 when Tempe hosts the 11th annual Geeks Night Out festival! More than 60 community partners (including Rio Salado) will be presenting science, technology, engineering,…
March 6, 2024

How to Survive & Thrive Between Jobs

Are you between jobs? Unemployment can be a stressful time but there are things you can do to weather this difficult period & grow both personally and professionally. For this month's Career…
March 5, 2024

Small Business Pitch @ Rio Salado College

Earn funds to help your small business! Join the Small Business Pitch!
March 2, 2024

Dr. Kate Smith to Receive Shirley B. Gordon Award of Distinction

Rio Salado College President Kate Smith is one of 18 community college administrators nationwide to be honored with Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Honor Society’s Shirley B. Gordon Award of Distinction.
March 1, 2024

Fall 2024 MCCCD Foundation Scholarships Are Now Open

Looking for help in paying for college? Applications are now open for the Maricopa Community Colleges Foundation’s Fall 2024 scholarships. Apply by April 30! Find out more about eligibility…
March 1, 2024

Job Loss Leads Student to New Calling as a Teacher

While losing his long-term retail leadership position during the pandemic was traumatic, Matthew Priskorn didn’t let the set-back define him. In fact, the adversity inspired Priskorn to reevaluate…
February 29, 2024

Wellness Wednesday: Be Alert For Allergens

Springtime is here! And with it comes allergens. Protect yourself from the springtime sniffles by following our Wellness Wednesday tips on shielding yourself from allergens.
February 28, 2024