Media Coverage

National University and the Maricopa County Community College District Reaffirm Transformative Partnership

Published Thursday, November 2, 2023

National University announces the educational partnership between MCCCD and National University. National University President and MCC alumnus Dr. Mark D. Milliron discusses the partnership. National University and the Maricopa County Community College District Reaffirm Transformative Partnership _ National University.pdf

How a university bolstered Phoenix’s rise as US chip capital

Published Thursday, November 2, 2023

Industry News quotes MCC President Dr. Tammy Robinson in an article about the semiconductor industry and the Quick Start program. Note: The original article, picked up by Industry News, appeared in Financial Times which is available only to subscribers.

All ages can learn, explore, and have fun at MCC Red Mountain Campus

Published Wednesday, November 1, 2023

This edition of Las Sendas Up Close includes an advertorial featuring New Frontiers for Lifelong Learning and fall events at the MCC Red Mountain Campus. Nov23-LS-UpClose.pdf

U.S. Department of State Recognizes U.S. Colleges and Universities as ‘Top Producers’ for Benjamin A. Gilman Scholarship

Published Wednesday, November 1, 2023

The U.S. Department of State recognized MCC as one of the top producers of the Benjamin A. Gilman Scholarship for the 2021-2022 academic year. U.S. Department of State Recognizes U.S. Colleges and Universities as ‘Top Producers’ for Benjamin A. Gilman Scholarship - United States Department of State.pdf

Halloween Extravaganza

Published Tuesday, October 31, 2023

The East Valley Tribune showcased the MCC Red Mountain Campus Halloween Extravaganza event. East Valley Tribune Events - Halloween Extravaganza.pdf

STEM Students Recognized for their Research and Presentation Skills at 2023 National Diversity in STEM Conference

Published Monday, October 30, 2023

The Society for the Advancement of Chicanos/Hispanics and Native Americans in Science (SACNAS) awarded the Engineering Award to MCC student Darian Rosales at the 2023 National Diversity in STEM Conference Presentation. STEM Students Recognized for their Research and Presentation Skills at #2023NDiSTEM.pdf

MCC marks rare art library anniversary

Published Saturday, October 28, 2023

MCC Art Department Chair Gingher Leyendecker, MCC faculty member Lindsey Pedersen, and Dr. Carole Drachler were interviewed by The Mesa Tribune about the fifth anniversary of the opening of the Dr. Carole Drachler Library of Art History. MCC marks rare art library anniversary _ News _ themesatribune.com_.pdf

I attended a 10-day crash course on how to be a semiconductor technician. It has a 300-person waitlist and is being called the job of the future — but the protective 'bunny suit' is a drawback.

Published Saturday, October 28, 2023

Business Insider conducted interviews with Leah Palmer, the director of the Arizona Advanced Manufacturing Institute at MCC, Dan Dangelo, an MCC faculty member, Collin Gardner, and Paul Rojas MCC students, regarding the Quick Start program at MCC. This article was also featured in Business Insider Spanish edition. How to Get a Job in the Semiconductor Industry Without a Degree.pdf

Mesa pursues digital equity and literacy

Published Friday, October 27, 2023

Google Fiber Blog announced its $25,000 donation to the Mesa College Promise program toaid STEM students and promote digital equity. Google Fiber Blog_ Mesa pursues digital equity and literacy.pdf

Mesa Community College student ceramic piece recognized at Arizona State Fair

Published Wednesday, October 25, 2023

Mesa Legend interviewed MCC faculty Guillermo Gutierrez and MCC student Gayle Belshe. Belshe's ceramic art piece was featured at the Arizona State Fair. Mesa Community College student ceramic piece recognized at Arizona State Fair – Mesa Legend.pdf

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