Nothing says “we appreciate you” like a stack of awards, certificates and letters of commendation. The Civil Air Patrol (CAP) has sent that message loud and clear to Yavapai College Health Science Associate Dean Jason Ebersole, a U.S. Air Force veteran who gives his free time, emergency medical skills and military experience to the CAP, a non-profit auxiliary of the U.S. Air Force. On paper, in frames and in engraved plaques, CAP awards compete for space with four computer monitors and … [Read more...] about Distinguished Civil Air Patrol Service Earns YC’s Jason Ebersole Commendations
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Yavapai College Announces Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing
Yavapai College has announced the launch of a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, RN-BSN. The announcement was made at an October press conference on the YC Prescott Campus featuring college faculty, staff, students, Yavapai County healthcare leaders and industry partners. The new degree program is designed for RN professionals seeking career advancement in leadership roles. Application for the program and registration is open for classes starting Jan. 13. This degree will change the … [Read more...] about Yavapai College Announces Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing
Carmen Frederic Receives ATHENA Leadership Award
An invisible, yet powerful, thread of overcoming adversity to achieve long-held dreams wove its way through the audience of more than 100 attendees during the 4th Annual Quad Cities Leadership Awards as women came together to honor and celebrate each other Sunday, Sept. 24, at Starting Point in the Prescott Gateway Mall. As Yavapai College President Dr. Lisa Rhine and Prescott College President Dr. Barbara Morris shared deeply personal stories of their own challenges, women could empathize … [Read more...] about Carmen Frederic Receives ATHENA Leadership Award
Yavapai College Leaps into Virtual Reality, the Future of Education
Yavapai College took a giant leap into next-generation learning earlier this month, with its first class taught in a virtual reality space. Dr. Brandelyn Andres’s ART 201 students journeyed to a museum to analyze the compositional details within Renaissance and modern artworks. They discussed implied lines and biomorphic shapes long enough to make you forget that the museum was digital; the students were still in the classroom; and the entire lesson was conducted on their headsets and in … [Read more...] about Yavapai College Leaps into Virtual Reality, the Future of Education
Yavapai College Eyes Future Baccalaureate Expansion
On Jan. 10, 2023, Yavapai College announced that it would offer a Bachelor of Science degree in business, with a concentration in organizational management and leadership. Since that time, it has added concentrations in accounting and entrepreneurship. It is the first baccalaureate degree to be offered at Yavapai College and the first baccalaureate to be offered by any rural community college in Arizona. Since the launch of the degree, our faculty and staff have worked feverishly to ensure … [Read more...] about Yavapai College Eyes Future Baccalaureate Expansion
Dr. Rhine Discusses Resilience as a Key Characteristic for Women in Leadership
Women in leadership positions may hold various titles in our organizations and community. The concept of women in leadership acknowledges and addresses the historical underrepresentation of women in positions of influence. It recognizes women’s unique perspectives, skills and contributions to leadership roles and highlights the importance of gender equality and the need for greater representation of women in decision-making positions. Being a woman in leadership requires a combination of … [Read more...] about Dr. Rhine Discusses Resilience as a Key Characteristic for Women in Leadership
YC Legendary Basketball Coach, Director of Athletics Brad Clifford Resigns
The Yavapai College Athletics Department has announced the resignation of Hall of Fame Director of Athletics Brad Clifford. Clifford leaves YC after spending 35-plus years at the college. “I couldn’t be more grateful for my time as a Roughrider,” said Clifford. “I bleed green and gold and Yavapai will always have a special place in my heart. This is the correct move for me, personally and professionally; however, YC will always receive my unwavering support in all endeavors.” Clifford’s … [Read more...] about YC Legendary Basketball Coach, Director of Athletics Brad Clifford Resigns
YC Creates New Workforce, Innovation Division to Connect Local Businesses to Education
One of Yavapai College’s priorities, which is given to the college president from the District Governing Board, states that: “Communities in Yavapai County are supported in their efforts to lead economic development, with emphasis on generating and sustaining economic base jobs.” The college has previously met this priority through the work of its Regional Economic Development Center and Small Business Development Center. These two departments within the College have served as leaders in … [Read more...] about YC Creates New Workforce, Innovation Division to Connect Local Businesses to Education
Yavapai College Commencement Ceremonies Celebrate Achievements of More than One Thousand Students
As a college president, there isn’t any other day that is more special, more exhilarating or more fulfilling than Commencement Day. For those of us in higher education, this is the biggest event of the year! It’s where we see the fruits of our labor and our mission fulfilled. And for our students and those who love them, it’s a day where hard work, perseverance and sacrifice have paid off. Commencement is about dreams realized for our graduates. Never let it be said that dreaming is a waste … [Read more...] about Yavapai College Commencement Ceremonies Celebrate Achievements of More than One Thousand Students
YC Celebrates National Recognition for Leadership, Student Success Initiative
Yavapai College was recently recognized on the national level by the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC). Deb McCasland, Yavapai College District Governing Board chair, was named the National Trustee of the Year, a tremendous honor and one that is so well deserved. In addition, the college Promise Program and I were finalists for Outstanding Student Success Initiative and CEO of the Year. McCasland, a YC alumna who has served on the District Governing Board for eight years, the … [Read more...] about YC Celebrates National Recognition for Leadership, Student Success Initiative