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Maricopa Community Colleges Honors Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week

The largest postsecondary educator of Latinos in Arizona reflects on systemwide success and the path forward.
September 12, 2024

With Continued Enrollment Growth, Maricopa Community Colleges Welcomes Back Over 40,000 First-Generation Students

As the Fall 2024 semester gets underway, enrollment at the 10 Maricopa Community Colleges is expected to exceed 100,000 students, including more than 40,000 new and returning students who are the first in their families to attend college.
August 21, 2024

MCCCD Receives $1 Million Grant to Support Construction Trades

Funding from the Lowe’s Foundation will enhance skilled trades programming at three colleges
July 23, 2024

U.S. Secretary of Education Visit to SMCC Highlights MCCCD’s Expansion of Behavioral Health Programs

The U.S. Secretary of Education Dr. Miguel A. Cardona and Assistant Secretary for Special Education and Rehabilitative Services Glenna Wright-Gallo visit SMCC to learn more about MCCCD's expansion of behavioral health programs.
May 31, 2024

MCCCD Celebrates Historic 2024 Commencement Season with First Bachelor’s Degrees Awarded, Keynote Address by Dr. Jill Biden

MCCCD awards Arizona’s first-ever community college four-year Baccalaureate Degrees. Dr. Jill Biden delivers keynote remarks during Mesa Community College's commencement ceremony.
May 11, 2024

South Mountain Community College to Award Four Bachelor’s Degrees at Historic Commencement Ceremony

South Mountain Community College is proud to award its first-ever Baccalaureate Degrees in Behavioral Sciences.
May 7, 2024

Special Guest Dr. Jill Biden to Speak at Mesa Community College 2023-2024 Commencement Ceremony

The First Lady of the United States, Jill Biden, Ed.D., will deliver remarks as special guest speaker at Mesa Community College’s commencement ceremony.
April 30, 2024

Governor Hobbs Joins AC4, MCCCD to Announce the Arizona Community College Workforce Scholarship Program

The Arizona Community College Workforce Scholarship Program offers students the opportunity to earn a certificate, a two-year associate degree, a four-year bachelor’s degree, or non-credit training for high-demand, high-wage industries.
April 25, 2024

NXP Semiconductors Establishes Scholarships for Students at Two Valley Community Colleges

NXP Semiconductors donates $100,000 to provide scholarships and establish an endowment for Automated Industrial Technology students at Mesa Community College and Estrella Mountain Community College.
April 18, 2024

MCCCD, NPC Join Forces to Foster Healthy Environments and Support Mental Health

MCCCD and NPC announce a new joint initiative to promote mental health awareness and create supportive environments for behavioral health HCBS students, faculty, staff, and workforce.
April 17, 2024