College News

Reading and learning more efficiently can help take the stress out of your studies because you’re working smarter instead of harder. Read on as we explore some of the strategies you can use to streamline and strengthen your reading and learning habits.

As a reminder, most Rio Salado College services will be closed for spring break from Monday, March 13 through Sunday, March 19, 2023.

On Thursday, February 9, Rio Salado College celebrated Black History Month with a live event at the Rio conference center featuring Dr. Wanda Tucker's experiences with The 1619 Project.

Join us for this year’s commencement ceremony, May 9 at Arizona Financial Theatre in Downtown Phoenix to honor Rio Salado graduates and their accomplishments.

Spring is around the corner but that doesn’t mean the cold is gone! Winter fatigue is a struggle, but this week’s Wellness Wednesday offers you the pointers you’ll need to stay energized and active during cold weather.

The 2023 All-Arizona Academic Team Celebration takes place Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2023, from noon-2 p.m. at the Doubletree Hotel in Tempe. The public is invited to attend the event virtually!

Rio Salado College honored the legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., at its fifth annual MLK celebration, “Honoring the Legacy: Love in Action,” on Friday, Jan. 27, 2023.

Rio Salado and the Maricopa Community Colleges will be closed Monday, Feb. 20, 2023, in honor of Presidents' Day.

The Higher Learning Commission approved Rio Salado College to offer two Bachelor degree programs. Find out more about our new four-year degree programs.

Rio Salado College is excited to offer INS100 and INS200, two unique hybrid courses that give students the opportunity to learn about the growing insurance industry and career paths available in this field.

Celebrate Valentine’s Day week with our latest Wellness Wednesday piece as we play matchmaker with our favorite neurochemical: Oxytocin, the “love hormone.”

Rio Salado College’s Dr. Greg Pereira has been named a 2022 PTK Distinguished College Administrator. Find out more about Dr. Pereira, Phi Theta Kappa and this prestigious award on our blog.