The smell of freshly-cut hardwood drifts through the lab and classroom space. A saw whines. Hammers bang. “Measure twice. Cut once.” More than 40 people, students of the construction trades, are busily work on projects in the space – building an Adirondack chair, a nightstand and installing a water heater in a nearby section. The space is limited and barely adequate. But now, thanks to a $1 million grant from the Del E. Webb Foundation, Coconino Community College’s Construction Technology … [Read more...] about Del Webb Grants $1 Million to CCC Construction Program
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CCC: Coconino County’s Best-Kept Secret
I sometimes think that community colleges are one of Arizona’s best-kept secrets, and they shouldn’t be. According to a recent report in The Arizona Republic, more than two-thirds of new jobs in the state will require some sort of post-secondary education. Additionally, getting a post-secondary credential or degree is worth it, considering higher earnings over a lifetime. For example, according to a report from the Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce, a person … [Read more...] about CCC: Coconino County’s Best-Kept Secret
CCC: A Place for the Learner in All of Us
I have always found that the beginning of each new academic semester brings with it a wonderful energy and excitement — and so it was with Coconino Community College on Monday, Aug. 26. Students were here bright and early to find their classrooms, and faculty and staff were at the door of the college to greet them. Amid the rush and the nervous giggles of a few, I could see the anticipation of things to come. Our students, and, indeed, our entire college community, have a new opportunity to … [Read more...] about CCC: A Place for the Learner in All of Us
Putting Education to Work
We have been listening to our communities throughout Coconino County and the message is clear: We need education and training that leads to jobs and helps improve lives and communities. We are proud of the “Community” in the name of our College, and the mission that goes along with being part of the community. Our mission, in addition to providing a variety of educational opportunities, includes providing certification training in relevant industries based on community needs and focuses on … [Read more...] about Putting Education to Work
Staying Competitive in IT
CCC graduate Evan Burris landed work in his field of information technology even before he finished his studies. “The first IT classes I ever took were the Cisco [computer networking] classes at Fourth Street, and they really sparked a fire in me and made me realize it was something I wanted to do,” Burris said. Now, even though Burris has a bachelor’s degree in Technology Management from Northern Arizona University and a full-time job in CCC’s IT department, he is going back to … [Read more...] about Staying Competitive in IT
CCC Supporting Community
The Coconino Community College Fourth Street campus is now being branded the Fourth Street Innovation Center to demonstrate CCC’s commitment to contemporary needs of career and technical education and to share innovative educational offerings on that campus. Additionally, the campus has a new lineup of courses to fill the roster and help students working on associate degrees to meet many of the general education criteria, including composition, math, social and behavioral sciences, arts and … [Read more...] about CCC Supporting Community
NAU President Emeritus Dr. Eugene Hughes receives CCC Distinguished Service Award
Northern Arizona University President Emeritus Dr. Eugene Hughes has been selected as the 2016 recipient of the prestigious Distinguished Service Award at Coconino Community College. "Dr. Hughes' strong sense of service to the community and his steadfast belief in the power of education encouraged the founding of CCC and helped make the College what it is today," said CCC President Colleen A. Smith, Ph.D. "I am honored and proud to be able to present the CCC Distinguished Service Award to … [Read more...] about NAU President Emeritus Dr. Eugene Hughes receives CCC Distinguished Service Award
Coconino County Celebrating 125 Years
Every now and then it is good to pause, look back and reflect on how far we’ve come – as we did recently when we kicked off Coconino County’s 125th anniversary year of celebration. Last month, the Coconino County Board of Supervisors and the County Manager’s Office had a special presentation that highlighted moments in the history of the county since its creation on Feb. 18, 1891. That was the first of several events to commemorate our “Proud Past, Promising Future” throughout the year, … [Read more...] about Coconino County Celebrating 125 Years
Smith Begins CCC Presidency
Colleen A. Smith, Ph.D, the new permanent president of Coconino Community College, begins her tenure this month. Dr. Smith recently took the opportunity to answer a few questions about her new position in Flagstaff. What attracted you to the presidency of CCC? “Stories online about CCC students and the values expressed by the college and the community were the first things that attracted me to CCC. The word ‘compassion’ was used in the description of the president’s … [Read more...] about Smith Begins CCC Presidency
CCC Evaluating Options for the Future
A combination of state budget cuts, and limited revenue sources has prompted Coconino Community College's President Dr. Leah L. Bornstein to enlist community leaders to examine its finances and make recommendations to address the College future financial plans. The Citizens' Review Panel has been studying CCC's finances in a series of meetings to fully understand the College's financial situation. Beginning in 2008, the College identified more than 100 cost-savings initiatives designed to … [Read more...] about CCC Evaluating Options for the Future
