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Mark C. Keever: 2023 Hero of Education
Phoenix College is honored to celebrate Mark C. Keever, the College’s 2023 Hero of Education. Mark generously donated more than half a million dollars – the entirety of his estate – to support PC…
October 9, 2023
US Spanish Language Premier of Esa Nena Rie, Esa Nena Llora, Esa Nena No Hace Nada at the PC’s John Paul Theatre
"I speak Spanish every day," said Phoenix College (PC) student Aylen Gutierrez, who plays the oldest of three sisters in the the US Spanish Language Premier of Esa Nena Rie, Esa Nena Llora…
October 2, 2023
A Mindful Collaboration: Taiko Drumming and Drawing
How often are we really able to slow down these days? How often do we give ourselves permission to take a few deep breaths and just sit and observe what is happening around us? These are some of the…
October 2, 2023
JC Supercars Give-away Provides Reliable Transportation for PC Nursing Student and Her Daughter
Jacquelina Reyes worked in corrections for 16 years, but her heart has always been to serve the Hispanic population in the medical field. With support from Arizona Career Pathways, Jacquelina is a…
September 21, 2023
Transitioning Learners to College (TLC) Offers Students with Disabilities a Diverse College Experience and a Circle of Support
Donna Gammage and Bryan Heckler are the fairy godparents many of us wished for as teenagers. Except they don't have a magic wand or indulge in fantasy. Their work as Job Developer and Lead…
September 20, 2023
How Ivonne Estrella Dominguez Found Her Voice at PC
Ivonne Estrella Dominguez attended college to step out of her comfort zone. "If you had met me a few years ago, I wouldn't speak to people," she said. "I was really quiet and shy…
September 14, 2023
Mariachi: Mexican Pride and a Cultural Bridge for many PC Hispanic Students
The sound of mariachi brings romping rhythms, lyrics of love and land, and respect for Mexico's natural and cultural heritage. The music celebrates the joys, struggles, and growth of the people…
September 6, 2023
Signs of Success: A Phoenix College Alumna’s Journey to Interpreting Alongside Taylor Swift
Jillian Deaton, a Phoenix College alumna and ASL interpreter, was asked to interpret at Taylor Swift’s Seattle Eras Tour shows. “Interpreting for the Eras Tour was a blast. My team and I thoroughly…
August 30, 2023
From ESL Student to Medical Laboratory Science Graduate: A Story of Persistence
Determined and ready to achieve her next goal, Maysam enrolled in Level II ESL courses at Phoenix College. However, her first day was a little more than she expected.
August 25, 2023