Commitment to Indigenous Community

Maricopa Community Colleges is committed to supporting and empowering Indigenous students and communities of Arizona through promoting opportunities for cultural and academic support, engagement, and advocacy. We recognize the importance of working with Indigenous communities and organizations across the state. By making positive changes to reduce barriers to education and educational supports, we can, and will, empower Indigenous students to succeed in their academic endeavors. We are committed to further strengthening our partnerships with Arizona’s 22 tribal nations through ongoing collaboration.

It is important to remember and acknowledge that our campuses are located on the ancestral lands and within the boundaries of many of Arizona’s tribal nations. We appreciate and value the opportunity we have to share in the significance and beauty of these lands that mean so much to so many.

Steven Gonzales, Ed.D.
Chancellor, Maricopa Community Colleges