This past year was a landmark year for Yavapai College (YC), filled with outstanding accomplishments, partnerships and exciting things to come. As president of YC, I can assure you that where we are today did not happen overnight. Our faculty, staff and administrators have worked tirelessly through the last several years to transform the institution’s collective approach into one that is forward-thinking, innovative and student-centered. Please, make no mistake, rebounding from the … [Read more...] about Yavapai College Positions for the Future
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Yavapai College Training Nurses as High Demand Continues
As the extraordinary burden on healthcare systems continues, Yavapai County Community Health Services Director Leslie Horton is praising Yavapai College for its strong nursing program. “Because of recent strains on health care, due to the pandemic, and the shortage of healthcare workers nationally, it is more important than ever to provide a quality nursing program that not only educates and equips our local residents who want a nursing degree, it also attracts those seeking the degree to come … [Read more...] about Yavapai College Training Nurses as High Demand Continues
YC Considering Four-Year Degrees
Yavapai College (YC) leaders are taking advantage of an opportunity made available when the Arizona Legislature passed Senate Bill 1453 and House Bill 2523 allowing Arizona community colleges to offer four-year degrees. Gov. Doug Ducey signed the legislation in May, which offers state community colleges the option to consider such degree programs. YC president Lisa Rhine has formed a group that is exploring the possible launching of such degrees. However, the group must first fulfill … [Read more...] about YC Considering Four-Year Degrees
Elinski Named Yavapai College Program Director for SBDC
Longtime Cottonwood resident Ruth-Ellen Elinski has been named program director for the Yavapai College (YC) Small Business Development Center (SBDC). Elinski moved into that position in early August. She earlier had been a certified business analyst at YC, according to a college news release. In her new role, Elinski will help provide no-cost business consulting services and counsel to help small businesses start, grow or, if necessary, exit their businesses. She will have a support staff of … [Read more...] about Elinski Named Yavapai College Program Director for SBDC
Job Future Looking Bright at CP Technologies
During the official ribbon-cutting of the CP Technologies (CP Tech) manufacturing complex, local, national and international leaders predicted a significant increase in high-tech jobs in the immediate Prescott region. CP Tech personnel greeted industry and business leaders and invited guests at the Wednesday, June 9, event at 2620 Deep Well Road on the north edge of Prescott. The program was planned by the Prescott Chamber of Commerce and moderated by long-time Chamber member Sanford Cohen. … [Read more...] about Job Future Looking Bright at CP Technologies
Computer Experts Warn of Increasing Security Threats
Two Prescott-based computer authorities are in absolute agreement about the need for exceptional caution about computer protections. One – Edward Fisher, owner of Fisher PC Help – said this: “Be absolutely paranoid about your computer security.” The second – Theo Soumilas, who owns Northern Arizona IT – put it this way: “We are at the point it’s no matter a question of ‘if’ but of ‘when’ your computer is hacked. It’s getting worse daily.” Both Fisher and Soumilas are adamant that … [Read more...] about Computer Experts Warn of Increasing Security Threats
Yavapai College reverts to ‘Red Phase’ of COVID-19 re-entry plan beginning 11/30
Yavapai College has announced that the College will revert to the ‘red phase’ of its COVID-19 re-entry plan when the College returns from Thanksgiving break on Monday, November 30 through Sunday, December 6. College leadership will meet each Friday through the remainder of the fall semester to determine which phase the College will operate in during the following week. The red phase is the first of the five-phase plan that the College implemented over the … [Read more...] about Yavapai College reverts to ‘Red Phase’ of COVID-19 re-entry plan beginning 11/30
Printing Out a House
Imagine standing with your architect and building contractor on a building lot on a Monday morning as they begin construction of your 1,500-square-foot, single-story home. You leave just as the three-man crew goes to work turning on a machine. Three days later, when you return, you’re staring at several walls of your home in the exterior you chose, built with a 3D printing process. Plumbing, electrical work and other infrastructure have yet to be installed, along with windows, doors and … [Read more...] about Printing Out a House
The Southwest Wine Center at Yavapai College Wins Environmental Excellence Award of Distinction
Yavapai College’s Southwest Wine Center, located on the Verde Valley campus in Clarkdale, won the Award of Distinction at the Arizona Forward 39th Annual Environmental Excellence Awards Gala on Sept. 21. The honor recognizes the Southwest Wine Center as a leader in adopting environmentally sustainable practices for a better Arizona. The Arizona Forward Environmental Excellence awards, presented in partnership with the Salt River Project, recognize projects, businesses, and individuals that … [Read more...] about The Southwest Wine Center at Yavapai College Wins Environmental Excellence Award of Distinction
Pursuing an Interest, Advancing a Career
At the start of the spring term at Yavapai College, the convocation keynote address was given by the incoming college president Dr. Lisa Rhine. During her talk, she made mention of the ratio 1:2:7 in today’s job market and how that impacts education. The 1: 2: 7 ratio means: one job will be available with a master’s degree or higher, two jobs will be available with a bachelor’s degree, and seven jobs will be available with an associate degree or certificate. “Success in the New Economy,” a … [Read more...] about Pursuing an Interest, Advancing a Career