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El Tour de Tucson is just around the corner, and I have to admit, when I signed up for the 32-mile ride, I knew I was taking on a big challenge for myself. I wouldn’t call myself a cyclist in any way shape or form, and training for this race has definitely pushed me outside […]

When we talk about the future of Pima Community College, we’re really talking about the future of the students and communities the College serves. Early voting has begun and Pima County voters have the opportunity to consider Proposition 430, a $250 million General Obligation Bond proposed by Pima Community College. The measure will appear on […]

We plan for vacations, new jobs, birthdays, anniversaries and many other milestones we hope to share with the people we love. Estate planning is another way of planning for the future, but it can be one of those things that is easy to put off. National Estate Planning Awareness Week, October 19–25, is a reminder […]

Indigenous Peoples Day is a time to recognize and celebrate the histories, cultures, contributions and continued presence of Indigenous peoples. Here in Southern Arizona, that recognition hits close to home. Pima Community College is located on the homelands of the Tohono O’odham and Pascua Yaqui peoples. The College’s land acknowledgment encourages our community to learn […]

Within a team, each person brings their own experience, perspective and ideas and with them, new opportunities to grow and build on the work already underway. This fall, we’re excited to welcome four new members to Pima Foundation’s team: Ashlynn Barron, Marketing Coordinator; Jade Simms, Executive Assistant; Justine Stone, Philanthropy Coordinator; and Rosy Pedroza, Accountant. […]

September 28 is International Podcast Day, a day to celebrate the way podcasts bring people together, give us new perspectives and sometimes, simply give someone a chance to tell their story. For us at the Pima Foundation, it’s also a chance to celebrate a project that has become an important part of how we share […]

There are some conversations that are bigger than one classroom, one campus or even one generation of students. Proposition 430 is one of those conversations. On November 3, voters in Pima County will have the opportunity to consider a $250 million General Obligation Bond for Pima Community College. The proposed bond would provide funding to […]

Every year, Hispanic Heritage Month gives us an opportunity to celebrate the cultures, traditions, histories and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities. This year’s theme, “Unidos, Somos Más,” or “Together, We Are More,” is a reminder of what becomes possible when we come together. And when I personally think about my Hispanic heritage, I think […]

Labor Day is often thought of as the unofficial end of summer. A long weekend, a final trip to the pool, maybe one last barbecue before the season changes, but at its heart, Labor Day is about something much bigger, which is the people who make our communities work. We see finished products all around […]

September is Workforce Development Month and at Pima Community College, workforce education gives students opportunities to build practical, job-ready skills through short-term courses and accelerated training programs. Students can explore fields ranging from information technology and healthcare to construction, transportation, advanced manufacturing and business, all while choosing flexible options that fit around work and life. […]