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A promotional banner for Rio Salado College's Insurance Studies Virtual Summer Camp. The image features a blue overlay with a smiling young woman on the left and blurred students in the background. On the right, white and yellow text reads: “Rio Salado College, A Maricopa Community College — Insurance Studies Virtual Summer Camp.”

Scholarships Available for Risk Management & Insurance Virtual Summer Camp 2025

Interested in a career in insurance? Rio Salado College is offering two hybrid courses—INS100 and INS200—plus 10 full scholarships for each class! Courses start June 2 and include expert guest…
May 14, 2025
A large, energetic group of dual enrollment students from Rio Salado College cheer and smile during commencement. They are dressed in bright blue graduation gowns and caps, some holding diplomas and raising their hands in celebration. The diverse group of young graduates stands close together, radiating excitement and pride as they mark this academic milestone.

400+ High School Students on Track to Earn College Degrees: Rio Salado Celebrates Record Dual Enrollment Success

Learn how these students are accelerating their futures and reshaping what’s possible in high school education.
May 13, 2025
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How to Improve Problem Solving Skills

Problem-solving is one of several "soft skills" you can master to make yourself a more well-rounded person at home, in the office, and in the classroom. In this blog, we're breaking…
May 12, 2025
Illustration of a beach scene with ocean waves at the top, tan sand, a palm tree shadow, and a colorful beach ball in the bottom right corner. Bold navy text in the center reads “Summer Hours.”

Rio Salado College Summer Schedule Starts May 12

Rio Salado College’s summer schedule begins May 12 with limited services on Fridays through August 4. Learn which departments remain open and when to access key resources.
May 9, 2025
A congratulatory graphic for Rio Salado College’s Class of 2025 features two graduates: a smiling man on the left wearing a blue button-up shirt and name badge, and a smiling woman on the right in a black top. The background includes blue and green gradient tones with illustrated graduation caps flying in the air. Text in the center reads: “Congratulations Rio Salado College Class of 2025 – Hailey Canella & Gabriel Relf.”

From Student to Teacher: Education Grads Make History at Rio Salado Commencement

Five pioneering graduates will make history at Rio Salado College’s 2025 commencement as the first to earn a bachelor’s degree in education—helping lead the charge to address Arizona’s teacher…
May 8, 2025
A group of individuals in blue graduation gowns and orange pants are seated in a row, clapping. The focus is on their hands and laps, with one person holding a colorful program booklet and folded orange fabric. The scene is part of a graduation ceremony taking place at Arizona State Prison Complex-Perryville

Perryville Students Make History with Online Learning Pilot

Six women at Perryville Prison made history as the first cohort to complete Rio Salado College’s Level I Addiction and Substance Use Disorder Certificate using laptops through the Second Chance Pell…
May 6, 2025
Rachel Romero, wearing a royal blue graduation cap and gown, smiles in front of a colorful background with graduation caps flying in the air. Text above her reads, “Congratulations Rio Salado College Class of 2025,” with a label below that says, “Rachel Romero Commencement Speaker.”

Out of the Darkness and Into the Cap and Gown

From high school dropout to college graduate and commencement speaker—Rachel Romero’s journey is one of resilience, motherhood, and second chances.
May 5, 2025
A large, diverse group of students and staff pose together on a stage at a Rio Salado College event, celebrating achievements. Several individuals proudly hold certificates, while others smile toward the camera. A woman in a sparkling green gown stands near the center. Behind the group, a projection screen displays a photo and testimonial from a student named Karen “Kiki” along with her written message.

Rio Salado’s ACE Program Celebrates Student Completion

More than 50 students were celebrated at Rio Salado College’s ACE Completion Ceremony, honoring the achievements of high school and adult learners taking bold steps toward their educational and…
May 2, 2025
Melissa Scriver, wearing a royal blue graduation cap and gown, smiles in front of a background filled with floating graduation caps. Text above her reads, “Congratulations Rio Salado College Class of 2025” with her name, “Melissa Scriver,” displayed in a white button-style box below.

Rewriting Her Story: A Rio Grad’s Journey to Academic Triumph

After 20 years of challenges, Melissa Scriver turned her life around and earned her degree from Rio Salado College. Now working in addiction recovery and pursuing her bachelor’s, she’s proof that it’…
May 1, 2025
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Ready for a Promotion? Here’s How to Ask for One

You’ve put in the work and you want to enjoy the sweet fruits of your labor. Are you getting what you think you deserve? Or is it time to ask for a raise? For our latest Career Corner blog, we give…
April 30, 2025
Group of eight people standing and smiling in front of a step-and-repeat banner featuring multiple company logos, including TSMC and Arizona@Work. The group includes both men and women dressed in business or business-casual attire. An American flag is visible on the right side of the image.

Rio Salado, NAU Welcome New TSMC Apprentices

From building computers at home to working inside one of the world’s largest semiconductor plants, Nolan Cottingham is living his dream thanks to a new apprenticeship partnership between TSMC, Rio…
April 28, 2025
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Smiles & Scholarships: Dental Students Aim High with 2025 Awards

Two Rio Salado College dental hygiene students are reaching new heights with the help of 2025 scholarships. Learn how Arazu Rivera and Brianna Aguilar-Garcia are turning their passion for patient…
April 25, 2025