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Jason Mohlenbrock's passion was music, and PC helped make it his profession

Musician Jason Mohlenbrock started taking piano lessons at the age of five. He could play by ear but couldn't read music. He attended Phoenix College, where he found the confidence to not give…
December 17, 2024

It’s Never Too Late to Chase Your Dreams

Julie Augustine, a mother of five, returned to school after years of balancing work and family. Now pursuing a bachelor’s in Information Technology at Phoenix College, she proves that determination…
December 17, 2024

Launch of EmpowerED for Student Success Campaign

Today, Phoenix College (PC) is proud to join the Maricopa Community Colleges Foundation (MCCF) and Maricopa Community Colleges in launching EmpowerED for Student Success, a three-year, $20 million…
December 4, 2024

Sally Alsigab Explores Career Pathways with Support from PC’s Disability Resources and Services

Sally Alsigab was born in Baghdad, Iraq. She and her dad are Deaf and learned Arabic Sign Language. When they were granted asylum in the US, both Sally and her father had to learn American Sign…
December 3, 2024

An Enduring Legacy: The Gail & William Jamieson Scholarship

How did a trailblazing artist-educator duo leave an enduring legacy at Phoenix College that will shape the future of aspiring artists for generations? Discover the inspiring story behind the Gail…
November 27, 2024

PC International Education Connects Students to Global Experiences

Governor Katie Hobbs proclaimed November 18 - 22, 2024 as Arizona International Education Week. Phoenix College celebrated our international community on campus with a range of cultural activities.
November 21, 2024

Phoenix College Recognized as a 2024 ALL IN Most Engaged Campus

Phoenix College is one of 471 colleges and universities recognized for outstanding efforts to increase nonpartisan student voter participation in the 2024 election and was recognized by the All IN…
November 19, 2024

Veterans Gather in PC's Veteran Services Student Center to Reflect on their Service, Return to Civilian Life, and Educational Pursuits

Military veterans John Burgess (Army), Joseph Laffoon (Marines) and Jayden Quickbear (Army) gather in Phoenix College's Veteran Services Student Center and share their thoughts on the return to…
November 11, 2024

First-Generation PC Student Aryanaz Besharatlou Has the Resources and Time to Get Involved

Seven years ago, Aryanaz Besharatlou left her hometown in northwestern Iran, stepping into an unknown world in the United States. Her journey, filled with obstacles and triumphs, has transformed her…
November 5, 2024

Max Sweet's Journey: From Skeptic to Advocate

Maxwell Sweet once thought that his academic journey would follow a traditional path—graduate high school, attend a prestigious university, and begin a professional career in a well-defined field.…
November 1, 2024