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Learn About Pima Community College’s Aztec Resource Center and Food Pantry
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Learn About Pima Community College’s Aztec Resource Center and Food Pantry

By Rebecca Ursule Photo courtesy of the Aztec Resource Center and Food Pantry Pima Community College has a food pantry open to all students. The Aztec Resource Center and Food Pantry (ARC) at PCC play a crucial role in supporting students, faculty and staff by addressing campus food insecurity and offering a range of services and initiatives aimed at holistic student well-being. Its services include: Food and Hygiene Assistance  The ARC offers food bags containing essential pantry items, hygiene products and referrals to external resources as needed. These bags, weighing between 8-10 pounds, are available weekly and comprise non-perishable items such as pasta, canned goods, proteins and hygiene supplies like shampoo and conditioner. Special Events and Initiatives...
Empowering Students with PCC’s Adulting 101 & 201 Series
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Empowering Students with PCC’s Adulting 101 & 201 Series

Photo courtesy of Pima Community College's First Year Experience Program's Instagram. Flyer of past Adulting 101 event. By Rebecca Ursule Pima Community College offers a program that goes beyond the conventional academic curriculum, aiming to equip students with essential life skills crucial for navigating the complexities of college successfully. This program, known as the Adulting 101 & 201 Series, is designed to empower students with practical knowledge and resources to thrive both on and off campus. Mission of the Series Adulting 101 & 201's mission is to empower students to navigate adulthood with autonomy, independence and confidence. The series recognizes that college life extends beyond classrooms and textbooks; it encompasses the development of skills...
Sweet Tomatoes Exclusively Returns to Tucson
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Sweet Tomatoes Exclusively Returns to Tucson

By Steve Forrester Between 2023 and 2024, over twenty different Tucson-area restaurants closed their doors. We’re happy to see that one restaurant has returned with their doors wide open, and not just returned to Tucson, but exclusively returned to our fair city. This restaurant is Sweet Tomatoes, which had its grand re-opening at Broadway and Wilmot on April 1st, 2024. At 11:00 a.m. on that drizzly Monday morning, a long line of guests showed up (the first in line arrived at least an hour early), and all applauded when the doors opened and the line began to slowly step inside the renovated restaurant. Everyone in line gave a sigh of relief because finally, a lost institution had been resurrected, just after Easter Sunday. The hostess and management gave everyone a warm, welcoming sm...
Enjoy A Night of Dance with Pima Arts
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Enjoy A Night of Dance with Pima Arts

Photo courtesy of Pima Arts By Rebecca Ursule Don't forget to mark your calendars for an exhilarating evening of dance as Pima Community Collegepresents its highly anticipated Spring Performance with two showings: Friday, May 3rd, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. and Saturday, May 4th at 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. The event will be held at the prestigious Proscenium Theatre at West Campus and promises to be a celebration of diverse dance styles and exceptional talent. The performance is under the expert direction of Nolan Kubota. Pima Dance will enchant audiences with acaptivating array of faculty and student choreography. From Contemporary and Jazz to Modernand Hip-Hop, the routines will showcase the versatility and artistry of our dancers. This is an opportunity for the students ...
J.A.D.E. Retreat Looking for Social Justice Leaders
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J.A.D.E. Retreat Looking for Social Justice Leaders

By Mike Korchmaros and Pima Leadership Institute Image courtesy of Pima Leadership Institute Are you interested in leadership? Social Justice? Want to grow as an equitable leader? Apply to be a participant at this year's J.A.D.E. (Justice, Advocacy, Dialogue, and Empowerment) retreat! The J.A.D.E. program, by the Pima Leadership Institute, is a one-day social justice-focused event. They're hosting its once a semester workshop on Friday, March 29, 2024 at the PCC East Campus' Community Room from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.. It includes lunch, a graduation cord and other goodies. At the end of attending J.A.D.E., participants will: - Understand social justice, activism and allyship and develop introductory knowledge and skills that can be applied to navigate effectively in higher ed...
Engage and Empower: Spring 2024 Student Senate Town Hall at Pima Community College
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Engage and Empower: Spring 2024 Student Senate Town Hall at Pima Community College

By Rebecca Ursule, Student Governing Board Representative Image courtesy of Pima Community College Student Senate Are you curious about the Student Senate's endeavors during the Spring 2024 term? Eager to have your questions answered or voice your thoughts on matters close to your heart? Look no further! Join us at the Spring 2024 Town Hall hosted by the Student Senate, where transparency meets student engagement. The Student Senate is excited to invite all PCC students to this enlightening event. It serves as a unique platform for students to gain insights into the Senate's ongoing initiatives, ask questions and actively participate in shaping the student experience. The Town Hall is not just an assembly; it's a dynamic exchange of ideas and perspectives. Date, Time and How to...
Unlock Your Leadership Potential: Join the Pima Community College Student Senate
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Unlock Your Leadership Potential: Join the Pima Community College Student Senate

Student Governing Board Representative Rebecca Ursule (center) with members of the Student Senate By Rebecca Ursule, Student Governing Board Representative Image courtesy of Pima Community College Student Senate Are you passionate about making a difference in the Pima Community College (PCC) experience? Do you want to be a voice for your fellow students, representing their concerns and advocating for positive change? If so, the PCC Student Senate might be the perfect avenue for you to channel your enthusiasm and drive for student advocacy. A Diverse Representation The PCC Student Senate is composed of up to two elected student representatives from various campuses, ensuring a diverse and inclusive representation. These campuses include Desert Vista, Downtown, East, Northwest...
Learn About La Fiesta de los Vaqueros
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Learn About La Fiesta de los Vaqueros

By Lynessa Corrales & Mike Korchmaros Image courtesy of Mike Korchmaros Okay, buckaroos and buckarettes. Get ready for this year's Tucson Rodeo. The La Fiesta de los Vaqueros (Festival of the Cowboy) is celebrating its 99th year here in the Old Pueblo. It runs from Feb. 17-25. This year’s parade will follow a new route. The new route will begin at South 12th Avenue and West Drexel Road. The route will head east on Drexel to South Nogales Highway. Then it will head north until it reaches East Irvington Road, just before reaching the rodeo grounds. The parade starts at 9 a.m. on Thursday, Feb. 22. It is free for everyone. but grandstand seats are available to purchase. There is also a parking charge. La Fiesta de los Vaqueros (or the Tucson Rodeo) has been a long-loved eve...
Tucson Meet Yourself Celebrates 50th Anniversary
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Tucson Meet Yourself Celebrates 50th Anniversary

October 13 marks the beginning of Tucson's 50th annual Tucson Meet Yourself event, a free festival which celebrates traditional folk arts by those from the wide variety of cultures that call Tucson home. Participants can experience local music and dance, arts and crafts, and of course, food. Aside from ethnic food from dozens of cultures and other treats such as homemade frybread and foods with native Sonoran desert plants, one of the culinary options this year will be Tucson Meet Yourself’s first ever heritage beer garden, honoring the ancient art of beer brewing and providing samples of heritage brews. The festival isn't just limited to showcasing food and multicultural events; as this is the festival's 50th anniversary,  this year's Memory Tent will be "The Way We Were", comm...