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Top Tips to Finding a New Career Path After the Military

After serving in the military, reentering the workforce can be intimidating for former service members and their families. Although transitioning seems challenging, it doesn’t have to be.
January 20, 2021
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5 Ways Arizona Can Put People Back to Work and Transform Higher Education

An OpEd by Dr. Jackie Elliott, Central Arizona College President/CEO; Dr. Steven R. Gonzales, the Maricopa County Community College District Interim Chancellor; and Dr. Lee Lambert, Pima Community…
January 6, 2021
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Paying for College

Paying for college can be a challenge. Almost everyone, regardless of income, can qualify for some form of financial aid. The Maricopa Community Colleges offer various resources to support you in…
January 4, 2021
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Highest Paying Associate Degree Career Paths

There are plenty of two-year associate degrees for those seeking a higher-paying career. Associate degrees cost less, have a short completion time, and still afford high-paying job opportunities. 
December 9, 2020
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The Ultimate Guide to Prepare Students for a Successful Academic School Year

Your success at Maricopa is important to us. These tips and tools can help you no matter where you are at Maricopa.
August 27, 2020
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The Maricopa County Community College District Receives Healthy Arizona Worksites Award

MCCCD has been named a 2020 Healthy Arizona Worksites Program (HAWP) recipient.
July 15, 2020
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The Maricopa Community Colleges, Arizona Commerce Authority Announce Collaboration with Microsoft to Help Valley Veterans Launch New Careers Through Micro-certs

July 13, 2020
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The Maricopa Community Colleges and Intel Launch First Artificial Intelligence Associate Degree Program

MCCCD announced a collaboration with Intel and the Arizona Commerce Authority to create Arizona’s first Artificial Intelligence certificate and degree program enabling tens of thousands of students…
June 25, 2020
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The Maricopa Community Colleges to Invest Millions to Help Students Stay on Track

On June 9, 2020, the MCCCD Governing Board voted on measures designed to ease the financial burden on students and families in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
June 10, 2020
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MCCCD Partners with National Governor’s Association to Reskill Workers During Pandemic

National Governors Association, American Association of Community Colleges Launch Reskilling and Recovery Network.
June 4, 2020
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The Maricopa Community Colleges Are 3D Printing PPE For Medical Workers

The Maricopa Community Colleges in collaboration with the Healthcare Education Department and the Maricopa Community Colleges Foundation, are using 3D printers for manufacturing and donating Personal…
May 6, 2020
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The Maricopa Community Colleges Extend Spring Break an Additional Week for In-person Classes

As of Tuesday, March 11, Governor Doug Ducey announced a state of emergency in Arizona regarding COVID-19. All student activities and College events will also be postponed during this time.
March 13, 2020