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CCC Black History Month uses the past to influence the future

Tuesday, 14^th February 2017

Flagstaff, Ariz. – Students and employees will celebrate Black History Month at Coconino Community College on Monday, Feb. 27 with a special presentation by Flagstaff Mayor Coral Evans. This year’s celebration theme is “Honoring the Past and Inspiring the Future,” which focuses on unity and inclusion. Speakers will include current CCC students and CCC alumni, a singing performance by a current CCC student, and a keynote speech by Mayor Evans. Derik Yellowhair, Coconino Community [...]

CCC President wins Goodwill Ambassador Award

Tuesday, 7^th February 2017

FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. -- It's time for Coconino Community College future and current students to apply for scholarships for the 2017-18 academic year, and to get students ready, there will be two seminars to help. Learn about scholarship opportunities at CCC from Financial Aid and CCC Foundation staff. Both seminars will be on Wednesday, Feb. 8. The first seminar will be 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. The second seminar will be 4 to 5:15 p.m. At the seminars, scholarship applicants will receive guidance in writing [...]

CCC to host guest ceramics artist

Monday, 6^th February 2017

FLAGSTAFF, Ariz.— Coconino Community College will host a guest ceramics artist who will give a free public presentation and lecture on Friday, Feb. 17. Joseph Bennion is a distinguished potter who will be traveling from Spring City, Utah to visit CCC. He will be demonstrating his skills as a potter to give guests deeper knowledge and to offer tips about art and pottery. As an instructor, Bennion has held lectures and workshops throughout the United States as well as around the world. Various museums and universities from [...]

Seminars help CCC students apply for scholarships

Tuesday, 24^th January 2017 12:00 AM

FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. -- It's time for Coconino Community College future and current students to apply for scholarships for the 2017-18 academic year, and to get students ready, there will be two seminars to help. Learn about scholarship opportunities at CCC from Financial Aid and CCC Foundation staff. Both seminars will be on Wednesday, Feb. 8. The first seminar will be 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. The second seminar will be 4 to 5:15 p.m. At the seminars, scholarship applicants will receive guidance in writing [...]

Flag Chamber recognizes CCC's 25 years of membership

Monday, 9^th January 2017

Coconino Community College President Colleen A. Smith (center) and Executive Director of Institutional Advancement Scott Talboom (right) accept a certificate of appreciation for 25 years of serving the community as a Chamber member from the Chamber's Vice President of Investor Relations Kat Ross (left). FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. -- The Greater Flagstaff Chamber of Commerce awarded Coconino Community College with a certificate of appreciation in honor of 25 years of serving the community as a Chamber member. “We at Coconino Community College are very proud to be recognized by the Camber of Commerce for our 25 years of membership,” said CCC President Colleen A. Smith. “That membership reflects how important it is to us that we are active partners with business and industry. We are grateful for everything the Chamber does to support our community and are proud to be a part of the team.” [...]

CCC Foundation funds project to benefit Page students

Monday, 31^st October 2016

FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. -- The improvements will take place at the Flagstaff Lone Tree Campus, but they will benefit the student experience in Page. Multiple student complaints about audio cutting out on the live televised broadcasts from Flagstaff to Page when instructors walked around lecturing led to a solution; state-of-the art microphones that pick up the instructors voice clearly no matter how much they move while lecturing. The Director of the Page Instructional Site, Jim Hunter and the Information Technology [...]

CCC brings adult education to Havasupai Tribe

Monday, 3^rd October 2016

Angela Hastings, a Head Start teacher on the Havasupai Reservation, stands in front of the Head Start office, where CCC will now provide Adult Education classes via computer to tribal members. FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. -- Coconino Community College will begin offering Adult Education courses to the Havasupai Tribe in the Grand Canyon so tribal members can receive GEDs. The CCC District Governing Board unanimously approved an agreement with the tribe Wednesday, Sept. 28, during their regular meeting. The agreement specifies that CCC will offer the Havasupai Tribe adult [...]

NAU President Emeritus Hughes to receive CCC Distinguished Service Award

Monday, 12^th September 2016

Former NAU President Dr. Eugene Hughes has been selected to receive the Coconino Community College Distinguished Service Award for 2016. FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. -- 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 was selected for his outstanding contribution to the mission of Coconino Community College. "Dr. Hughes' strong sense of service to the community and his steadfast belief in the power of [...]

Mountain Line/CCC partner in free bus pass program

Thursday, 25^th August 2016

Coconino Community College student worker Kadie Radics shows off her new free NAIPTA bus pass. For a video explaining the program, visit CCC's YouTube page here. FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. – The Northern Arizona Intergovernmental Public Transportation Authority (NAIPTA) and Coconino Community College (CCC) boards of directors have entered into a one-year agreement to provide Mountain Line transit passes to all CCC students and employees. This pilot program, which will end on August 31, 2017, is the innovative solution that arose out of discussions between the two organizations about CCC’s parking [...]

CCC ITV classes at Fredonia library

Thursday, 4^th August 2016

FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. -- Coconino Community College Interactive Television classes are now available at the Fredonia Public Library. “The library now gives residents of Fredonia access to a variety of classes available at Coconino Community College,” said Jim Hunter, Director of CCC’s Page Instructional Site. “We would encourage any interested citizens to give us a call and let us help them get started.” Among those classes are: Administration of Justice, Mathematics of Business, Personal [...]

CCC governing board wants to expand jobs programs

Wednesday, 29^th June 2016

FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. -- The District Governing Board of Coconino Community College plans to ask voters if they choose to expand education and job training programs that could lead to better jobs for local high school graduates, workers and veterans transitioning to civilian life. District Governing Board Chairwoman Patricia Garcia said, “We are constantly hearing that the key to improving our county’s economy is improving our workforce. We have been listening to our community. They like what we are [...]

Retiring professor receives emeritus status at CCC

Monday, 13^th June 2016

Science Professor Bryan Bates congratulates new graduates during the 2016 Commencement at Coconino Community College. FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. -- After nearly 25 years of service to student success, Science Professor Bryan Bates received emeritus status at Coconino Community College. Bates was honored with a plaque during the May 27 meeting of the CCC District Governing Board. The Board voted unanimously to bestow the honor of Professor Emeritus to Bates. "Professor Bates contributed greatly to the College with his commitment to [...]

Commencement, nurse pinning, student awards at CCC this week

Monday, 9^th May 2016

FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. -- More than 120 student graduates will attend commencement, 18 new nurses will take the Florence Nightingale Pledge and dozens of students will be honored for their achievements this week at Coconino Community College. Events begin Wednesday, May 11, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., with a Student Awards Ceremony. More than 50 students will be recognized for their achievements. Among the awards will be: Academic awards, Student of the Year awards, veteran student recognitions, Successful [...]

CCC Foundation selects new board members

Tuesday, 19^th April 2016

FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. -- The Coconino Community College Foundation selected four new board members during its regular monthly meeting April 12 in Flagstaff. The CCC Foundation Board of Directors comprises selected residents of Coconino County who represent leadership and community influence and who have expressed an interest and desire to support the Foundation's mission which is to promote the purpose and goals of Coconino Community College and to enhance the opportunities of Coconino County residents. [...]

Citizens' Review Panel convenes for CCC

Tuesday, 12^th April 2016

FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. -- A panel of community representatives will convene to offer input to Coconino Community College about its finances and budget. The meeting of the Citizens' Review Panel will be Wednesday, April 13, noon to 2 p.m., at the CCC Lone Tree Campus, 2800 S. Lone Tree Road. Subsequent meetings are scheduled for April 20, April 27, and May 4 at the same time and location. The panel, made up of a wide array of community leaders and residents, will serve as an advisory group to CCC President [...]

CCC Nursing program receives 4-year reapproval

Thursday, 7^th April 2016

FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. -- The Coconino Community College Nursing program received a four-year reapproval from the Arizona State Board of Nursing during its regular meeting Friday, March 27, in Phoenix. Coconino County continues to have a growing need for professionals in a changing medical field environment, and CCC strives to meet the needs in spite of austerity measures that have been implemented to offset state cuts that have been ongoing since 2006. Dr. Colleen Smith, President of Coconino Community College, [...]

CCC Nursing program receives 4-year reapproval

Thursday, 7^th April 2016

FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. -- The Coconino Community College Nursing program received a four-year reapproval from the Arizona State Board of Nursing during its regular meeting Friday, March 27, in Phoenix. Coconino County continues to have a growing need for professionals in a changing medical field environment, and CCC strives to meet the needs in spite of austerity measures that have been implemented to offset state cuts that have been ongoing since 2006. Dr. Colleen Smith, President of Coconino Community College, [...]

Two CCC students selected for All-Arizona Academic Team Scholarships

Wednesday, 6^th April 2016 12:00 AM

CCC Students Rachel Soumokil, left and Alexa Greer show off their All-Arizona Academic Team awards with members of the CCC District Governing Board, from left to right, Nat White, Marie Peoples, Patrick Hurley and Patricia Garcia. FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. -- Two Coconino Community College students have been recognized for the prestigious 2016 All-Arizona Academic Team Scholarship. This scholarship provides free tuition for 60 credit hours at the recipient's choice of one of three state universities: University of Arizona, Arizona State University, and Northern Arizona University. [...]

CCC seeks nominations for Distinguished Service Award

Tuesday, 23^rd February 2016

FLAGSTAFF Ariz. -- Coconino Community College is seeking nominations for its prestigious Distinguished Service Award. The award recognizes outstanding service, leadership and support to the College and to the educational enrichment of Coconino County. Nominees must be a resident of Coconino County at the time of nomination, and they must have affected or substantially contributed a major accomplishment for the benefit of CCC and to the educational enrichment of district residents. The award is normally [...]

Tell us your CCC success story

Monday, 8^th February 2016

FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. -- Coconino Community College will celebrate 25 years starting the fall semester of 2016. Festivities will be scheduled all year long. During this 25th anniversary celebration, we will be collecting stories to illustrate how CCC has had an impact on former students and our community. We’d like to share those stories with the community throughout the year. When did you attend? What was the experience like? What did you study? Which faculty inspired you the most? What did the education at CCC help you [...]