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ACE Student Sets Sights on Medical Career, Inspiring Change in Community
Meet Helen Nguyen, a remarkable student from Mountain Pointe High School, who is on a mission to shape her future and make a positive impact on her community!
July 6, 2023
Wellness Wednesday: Energize With Iron
You don’t have to be Popeye to get a power-up from spinach! Spinach is high in iron, an essential nutrient for optimal health. For our latest Wellness Wednesday, we look at how you can energize with iron.
July 5, 2023
How Working and Learning Abroad Can Open Up a World of Opportunities
Living abroad can open up a world of opportunities. Whether you’re traveling to learn or to work, the potential for personal growth and professional development could be life-altering. For our latest career blog, we look at the benefits of going abroad.
July 3, 2023
College Closed July 4
Rio Salado College will be closed Tuesday, July 4, 2023, in observance of Independence Day.
June 30, 2023
Rio Salado College's College-wide Planning Day: Harnessing the Force of 4DX
Rio Salado College held its Collegewide Planning Day - centered around the 4 Disciplines of Execution (4DX) - earlier this spring to align staff goals with the college's mission.
June 29, 2023
Wellness Wednesday: Keep An Eye On Your Health
It’s important to keep an eye on your eyes! Taking care of your vision is a key part of overall good health. For today’s Wellness Wednesday, we look at what you can do to keep your eye health 20/20.
June 28, 2023
WGU, Fierce Education Put Spotlight on Rio’s Student Digital Experience Work
Rio Salado staff continue to show innovation and focus on the needs of students, as featured recently by WGU Labs and Fierce Education.
June 28, 2023
High School Graduates Excel with Early Childhood Education: Paving the Way for Future Success
Thanks to the support of their teachers, Rio Salado College, and the partnership with the American Family Insurance Institute for Corporate and Social Impact, these students were able to receive their certificates of completion in early childhood education alongside their high school diplomas.
June 27, 2023
Shooting for the Stars: Police Employee Completes Degree Nearly 30 Years After High School
Meet Stephanie Shapiro, an inspiration to all! Nearly three decades after completing high school, this dedicated Tempe Police Department employee decided to pursue higher education and recently completed her associates degree.
June 27, 2023
Celebrate Pride Month With These Classic Sights & Sounds
Pride Month may be ending in a few days, but you can celebrate Pride year-round by enjoying some of these LGBTQ+ books and films.
June 26, 2023
He’s Digging It! High School Volleyball Star Heads to NAU as a College Junior
Volleyball player Tegan Bernard recently graduated from Mountain Ridge High School AND Rio Salado College. The dual enrollment student earned an Associate in Arts degree from Rio while juggling his high school and athletic obligations.
June 23, 2023
Get Ready To Run A Classroom With Rio’s Educator Preparation Programs
Are you interested in becoming a teacher? Rio Salado offers educator preparation programs and degree programs that can help you achieve your degree of leading a classroom. Learn more about our educator programs on our blog.
June 22, 2023