Saguaro Speaks Fall 2025 Edition Showcases CAC Student Writing Excellence
Saguaro Speaks Fall 2025 Edition Showcases CAC Student Writing Excellence By Maggie Almquist, Associate Director Public Relations and Marketing PINAL COUNTY, Ariz. – The Central Arizona College Language and Literary Arts Division proudly announces the release of the Fall 2025 edition of Saguaro Speaks, CAC’s student literary magazine. Now available digitally on the college website, this fourth issue features outstanding works of fiction, poetry, and personal and academic essays by CAC students. The
Central Arizona College Implements New Scholarship Management System
October 6, 2025 Central Arizona College Implements New Scholarship Management System By Angela Askey, Executive Director Public Relations and Marketing PINAL COUNTY, Ariz. – Central Arizona College recently implemented a new scholarship management system to streamline the scholarship application process. In partnership with AwardSpring, CAC students can be matched with multiple scholarships through one application. Jose Dagnino, Director of Financial Aid explained, “The number of
Central Arizona College Receives Approval to Offer Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education
October 8, 2025 Central Arizona College Receives Approval to Offer Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education By Angela Askey, Executive Director Public Relations and Marketing PINAL COUNTY, Ariz. – Central Arizona College (CAC) recently received full approval from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), its regional accreditor, to offer a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education (BSEE) degree. This 120-credit hour degree is slated to begin in Fall 2026. Patrick Moyer, Academic
CAC Foundation Golf Tournament Fundraiser
PINAL COUNTY, Ariz. – The Central Arizona College Foundation is hosting a golf tournament on Thurs., November 6, 2025. All proceeds raised will support the George Young Memorial Scholarship. The tournament, sponsored by Chasse Building Team and End Solution Communications, the 2025 Vaquero Corporate Sponsors, will kick off with an 8:30 a.m. shotgun start at Mission Royale Golf Club (11 Mission Parkway, Casa Grande, AZ 85194.) The cost to participate is $125 per person or $500 for a team of four.
Central Arizona College Vaquero Awards Tickets Now on Sale
Central Arizona College Vaquero Awards Tickets Now on Sale By Angela Askey, Executive Director Public Relations and Marketing PINAL COUNTY, Ariz. – Central Arizona College will recognize outstanding alumni and Athletic Hall of Fame awardees at the annual Vaquero Awards on Saturday, November 22, 2025, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Signal Peak Campus, Everingham Student Union Building (Building I Room 400 - 8470 N Overfield Road, Coolidge, AZ 85128). Michael Parillo, class of 1983, will be recognized as the
Central Arizona-Latest Economic Impact Study Shows Central Arizona College Provides Economic Impact of $195.1 Million
September 29, 2025 Latest Economic Impact Study Shows Central Arizona College Provides Economic Impact of $195.1 Million By Angela Askey, Executive Director Public Relations and Marketing PINAL COUNTY, Ariz. – Central Arizona College (CAC) plays a significant role in Pinal County’s economy, according to a study conducted by Lightcast, a leading provider of economic impact studies and labor market data. Overall, Lightcast’s findings state that CAC “creates a positive net impact on the county
CAC Community Events Announces 2025-26 Season
September 8, 2025 CENTRAL ARIZONA COLLEGE COMMUNITY EVENTS ANNOUNCES 2025-26 SEASON By Stacey Seaman, Pence Director PINAL COUNTY, Ariz. – Central Arizona College (CAC) Community Events proudly announces its 2025-2026 season. The 2025-26 Season will once again highlight smaller local events that will be distributed between four of CAC’s campuses: Signal Peak (SPC) in Coolidge, Maricopa (MAR), San Tan (STC) and Superstition Mountain (SMC) in Apache Junction. Additionally, some events will be
CAC Phi Theta Kappa to Hold Blood Drive at Signal Peak Campus
August 21, 2025 Central Arizona College Phi Theta Kappa to Hold Blood Drive at Signal Peak Campus By Angela Askey, Executive Director Public Relations and Marketing PINAL COUNTY, Ariz. – Central Arizona College’s Phi Theta Kappa chapter will hold a blood drive at the Signal Peak Campus (8470 N. Overfield Rd., Coolidge, AZ 85128) on Thursday, Sept. 25. The event, sponsored by Vitalant and Phi Theta Kappa (PTK), will begin at 9 a.m. and run until 1 p.m. The Vitalant Bloodmobile will be located
Central Arizona College SBDC Welcomes Aaron Blau, EA, CPA, as New Business Counselor
July 3, 2025 Central Arizona College SBDC Welcomes Aaron Blau, EA, CPA, as New Business Counselor By Kevin M. Connors, Central Arizona College Small Business Development Center Director Pinal County, Az. – The Central Arizona College Small Business Development Center (CAC SBDC) is pleased to announce the addition of Aaron Blau, EA, CPA, as its newest Business Counselor. With more than 20 years of experience as a small business owner, business consultant, educator, and licensed tax professional, Aaron
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CAC Small Business Development Center Launches ''The Entrepreneur Experience''
June 11, 2025 The Central Arizona College Small Business Development Center Launches ‘The Entrepreneur Experience’ to Help Entrepreneurs Start Right and Succeed By Kevin M. Connors, Central Arizona College Small Business Development Center Director Pinal County, Az. – The CAC Small Business Development Center (CAC SBDC) has launched a groundbreaking new program, "The Entrepreneur Experience” (TEE), designed to help aspiring entrepreneurs start their businesses right and greatly improve their chances
CAC Partners with USI to Launch New Drone Training Programs
Central Arizona College Partners with USI to Launch New Drone Training Programs Pinal County, Az. – Central Arizona College (CAC) is excited to announce a new partnership with Unmanned Safety Institute (USI) to offer three robust training opportunities in drone aviation. These programs aim to equip students with FAA certification preparation, hands-on flight training, industry-recognized credentials, and are aligned with international ASTM standards that support career entry and advancement in unmanned
Central Arizona College Becomes Exclusive Arizona Partner with Niel Asher Education
By Angela Askey, Executive Director Public Relations and Marketing Pinal County, Az. – Central Arizona College (CAC), through its Workforce and Economic Development Division, is proud to announce a new contract with internationally recognized Niel Asher Education (NAE) to offer NCBTMB-approved Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for massage therapists, rehabilitation specialists, and allied health professionals. CAC is the only educational partner in the state of Arizona selected to deliver these courses.
Governor of Arizona Proclaims April Community College Month
April 10, 2025 April 2025 Proclaimed Community College Month By Angela Askey, Executive Director Public Relations and MarketingPinal County, AZ – Katie Hobbs, Governor of Arizona, proclaimed support for the ten Arizona Community College Districts, recognizing April 2025 as Arizona Community College Month. The proclamation coincides with National Community College Month in April and celebrates the contributions that Arizona Community Colleges make daily to shaping the future of Arizona and its
Central Arizona College Launches New Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program
February 11, 2025 Central Arizona College Launches New Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program By Angela Askey, Executive Director Public Relations and MarketingPinal County, AZ –Central Arizona College is excited to announce the launch of its new Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program, beginning in Fall 2025 with introductory courses. Classes and programming will be located in the new Allied Health (AH) building at the Superstition Mountain Campus (805 S. Idaho Rd., Apache Junction, AZ.)TheDiagnostic
CAC, Big Interview Now Accessible to Students, Faculty, and Staff
February 3, 2025 Big Interview Now Accessible to Students, Faculty, and Staff at Central Arizona College By Erika Aguirre, Career Support Coordinator PINAL COUNTY, Ariz. – Central Arizona College’s Workforce and Economic Development is excited to announce that the cutting-edge interview preparation tool, Big Interview, is now available to all students, faculty, and staff. This powerful resource provides users with the tools they need to master interview skills, boost confidence, and succeed in
CAC, Jan 28, 2025, Bridge Program Launch
January 28, 2025 Central Arizona College - Bridge Program Launch PINAL COUNTY, Ariz. – Activating student career inspiration and exploration into program enrollment is a critical part of connecting our workforce ecosystem. Central Arizona College is excited to partner with Pipeline AZ to launch the college Bridge program with My Future AZ. Pipeline AZ built My Future AZ in partnership with the Arizona Department of Education, Center for the Future of Arizona and Arizona Business and
January 2025 Membership Luncheon Presentation
January 2025 Membership Luncheon PresentationWorkforce Programs at Central Arizona College - What's here and what's coming to CAC
CAC Foundation to Hold A Night of Stars in February
December 16, 2024 Central Arizona College Foundation to Hold A Night of Stars in February By Angela Askey, Executive Director Public Relations and MarketingPinal County, AZ – The Central Arizona College Foundation will host the annual A Night of Stars event on Friday, February 21, 2025, at Ak-Chin Elements Event Center at Ak-Chin Circle (16000 N Maricopa Rd., #200, Maricopa, AZ) to raise money for CAC’s scholarship programs, including Pinal Promise, that provide a high quality and affordable
CAC Partners with Epcor to Offer Wastewater Career Exploration Course
December 18, 2024 Central Arizona College Partners with Epcor to Offer Wastewater Career Exploration Course By EmmaLea Bittner, Coordinator Community & Continuing Education PINAL COUNTY, Ariz. – Central Arizona College (CAC) is proud to announce a new partnership with Epcor to launch an innovative Wastewater Career Exploration course, designed to introduce participants to the dynamic field of wastewater treatment and management. This eight-week course, sponsored by CAC in collaboration with
CAC Dual Enrollment Offers Opportunities for High School Students
November 14, 2024 Central Arizona College Dual Enrollment Offers Opportunities for High School Students By Angela Askey, Executive Director Public Relations and Marketing PINAL COUNTY, Ariz. – Central Arizona College offers various opportunities for high school students to earn college credits while still in high school, saving them both time and money. One of these is Dual Enrollment. During the spring and fall 2024 semesters, more than 130 Dual Enrollment classes were offered in 14 high
CAC Foundation Receives Sizeable Donation From Cypress Creek Renewable
October 31, 2024 Central Arizona College Foundation Receives Sizeable Donation From Cypress Creek Renewables By Angela Askey, Executive Director Public Relations and MarketingPINAL COUNTY, Ariz. – The Central Arizona College Foundation recently received a donation of $10,000 for Pinal Promise from Cypress Creek Renewables."We are delighted to provide this donation to the Pinal Promise program so that they can continue their good work providing scholarships to Pinal County students," said Stacy Gramazio,
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