This scholarship covers tuition, fees, books, a $3,200 annual living allowance-- and provides students with an academic advisor mentor. It is one of the dozens of scholarships available from the Maricopa Community Colleges Foundation.
ENJOY AWARDS & PRIZES! All participants will receive a custom medal and t-shirt. The race is chip timed with age group awards in 14 categories and includes a free raffle drawing. Water, snacks and popsicles will be provided. Note: Shirt sizes are not guaranteed for registrations received after March 8.
Soap Making for Beginners I
Thu, February 28, 2019
5:30 - 8 p.m.
Are you trying to live a more natural life? Do you find yourself wary of commercial products and gravitate toward organic products? This hands-on class will teach you the art and science behind soapmaking. You'll learn about natural colorants, soap additives, basic soap recipes and how to choose the right oils and rich butters for your skin type.
You'll also get a chance to make your own orange and lavender soaps to take home, along with recipes you can make on your own.
Our workshops are designed for life-long learners-- who find joy in learning something new and meeting new people. No tests, no grades-- just good old fashion fun!
Save the date for our follow-up, Soap Making for Beginners II workshop, Tues., Apr 30.
Look for exclusive opportunities for Rio Waves like the James P. Hornburg Memorial Scholarship for students majoring in Law Enforcement and Corrections and the Dr. Linda M. Thor Scholarship, which is geared toward helping single moms. Veterans, there are also exclusive scholarships for you.
Do the Math! The streamlined process, which only requires one general application, will make it well worth your time! Don't discount those small scholarships. The few hours you spend on a scholarship application will be a good investment. At the very least, you'll gain valuable practice in mastering the application process.
We are truly honored by NASA Engineer Dr. Christine Mann Darden's visit-- and the panelists and guests who joined us for our Feb. 14 Black History Month celebration!
Enjoy photos from our memorable visit on Facebook. Watch the event now on YouTube.
A special thank you to our featured guest, event moderator and panelists!
Featured Guest Dr. Christine Mann Darden: Dr. Darden began her career with NASA in 1967 alongside other pioneering black women, as portrayed in the book, Hidden Figures, which inspired the blockbuster movie. She would go on to serve NASA for 40 years as a mathematician, data analyst, aeronautical engineer, and one of the world’s leading experts in sonic boom prediction, sonic boom minimization, and supersonic wing design. She was the first African-American woman at NASA's Langley Research Center to be promoted into the Senior Executive Service, the top rank in the federal civil service. Dr. Darden has a Master of Science in Mathematics from Virginia State University and a Ph.D. in Engineering from George Washington University.
Moderator Valerie Churchwell, City of Phoenix Aviation Department Small Business Engagement Manager: Ms. Churchwell is responsible for the development and implementation of educational programs and services designed to increase competitiveness, capacity, and awareness of small, disadvantaged, minority, and women-owned businesses at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and two regional airports. She began her career as an electrical engineer in the nuclear aircraft and submarine industry. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from the University of Alabama and a Certificate of Project Management from George Washington University.
Panelist Selisa Rollins, Bonneville Power Administration General Engineer: Ms. Rollins is a general engineer/operations research analyst at the U.S. Department of Energy’s Bonneville Power Administration (BPA) in Portland, Oregon. She is responsible for developing scientific techniques and applying mathematical models to simulate the operation of the Federal Columbia River Power System. She received a Bachelor of Science and Master of Science in Chemical Engineering from Arizona State University, where she is currently completing a doctoral degree. Ms. Rollins also serves as an adjunct faculty member in the Engineering & Applied Technology Department at Rio Salado College.
Panelist Darnika Riley, Platform Management & Customer Engineer and Intel Corporation Internet of Things Group: Ms. Riley has more than 18 years of professional experience in the technology industry and holds a Bachelor of Science in Information Systems with a concentration in Application Development from California State University - Long Beach, and a Master of Science in Information Management from Arizona State University. She currently works at Intel Corporation as an Operations Manager within the Internet of Things (IOTG) organization. Ms. Riley is also very active in the local community and is passionate about helping to increase the pipeline of students interested in pursuing STEM fields.
Panelist Nicole Dent, Salt River Project Rotational Engineer: Ms. Dent holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from the University of Akron. Her interest in engineering was sparked in high school by participating in a program called Project Lead the Way. As an SRP engineer, she focuses on power generation and distribution. Ms. Dent established a nonprofit organization called the Legaci Foundation in 2018, which provides scholarships to high school students pursuing higher learning in Akron, Ohio. Ms. Dent also spends time mentoring and helping youth with their personal development.
Our Block Calendar System will be offline for maintenance beginning 10 a.m. today until 5 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 17.
We appreciate your patience as we update our systems to improve our service to you.
Our academic calendar is divided into 16 blocks each term. Each block is 16 weeks long and has a fixed start and end date. When registering for classes, you select a start date for your classes. Your start date will determine your block for that term, and all coursework for that term must be completed within your block's start and end date. Learn more: www.riosalado.edu/calendar/Pages/default.aspx
“Throughout high school, I took over 24+ credit hours of education coursework that set me up on a pathway to becoming a teacher,” said Audrain. “By January 2017, I had earned both my associate in arts degree and my associate in arts in elementary education degree from Rio Salado - five months five months before I graduated from high school Brophy.”
Attention, dual enrollment Rio Waves—it’s time to pay for spring 2019 classes! Payment is due today, Feb. 11 by 5 p.m.
Here are your payment options.
Online: Log into your Student Center and go to the “Finance” section. Click on “My Payment Options/Manage My Payment Plan." Pay by debit/credit card, check or set up a payment plan.
By Phone: Using a credit card, call 480-517-8330.
In-Person: Visit the Rio Salado cashier’s office at our Tempe headquarters. Pay by credit card, check, cash or money order.
Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to prepare for in-demand careers like manufacturing, construction or information technology.
Dual Enrollment CTE
Are you a Valley high school student thinking about our dual enrollment program? Take advantage of our CTE classes! They'll help you gain real-world experience and foundational skills in a field you love! CTE pathways include early childhood, business and #computer technology-- depending on your high school’s program offering. Learn more about our dual enrollment CTE program
Teacher Education CTE Professional Growth
Are you a teacher interested in CTE professional development? Check out these class options from our teacher ed program.
Submit your entry before the Feb. 12 deadline and save the date for the big show at Phoenix Art Museum on April 4.
The 3rd Annual Elemental Cultural Arts Festival brings together a diverse group of student and community artists, along with faculty scholars, to expand the depth of cultural/multicultural artistic expression through the arts at Maricopa Community Colleges. For more information about the festival, please contact the Maricopa Center for Learning and Innovation via email at mcli@domail.maricopa.edu.
The Rio Salado Library is proud to honor Black History Month by highlighting targeted library and web resources that can help you learn about the lives, contributions and legacies of Black Americans. Check it out now!
Pictured above is Dr. Christine Darden, a NASA mathematician, data analyst, aeronautical and sonic boom specialist who will be visiting Rio Salado College on Feb. 14 to engage our community in a conversation about science, Black history and the power of innovation and determination. Join us!
Reservations are required. There are only a few seats left! Limited to the first 250 people who reserve their tickets by Feb. 7.
02/06/2018 UPDATE: The 4 p.m. discussion with Dr. Darden is full. Please join us for a 2 p.m. discussion. Reserve your seats at riosalado.edu/darden3
Dr. Darden began her career with NASA in 1967 alongside other pioneering black women, as portrayed in the book, Hidden Figures, which inspired the 2017 Academy Award-nominated movie.
