Website: https://centralaz.edu/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/centralarizonacollege/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CentralAZNews Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CentralAZCollege/---------------- Equal Opportunity Statement CAC is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding equal employment opportunity and anti‐discrimination. CAC strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination on the basis of the following protected classes and/or characteristics, in all of its operations, programs and activities, including but not limited to employment, promotion, admissions and access to all career and technical programs: race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. For more information contact: Laura Shepherd, Title IX Coordinator at 520-494-5106 or titleix@centralaz.edu; Section 504/ADA Coordinator at studentaccessibility@centralaz.edu or Human Resources at human.resources@centralaz.edu.

Learn more at centralaz.edu/libraryWebsite: https://centralaz.edu/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/centralarizonacollege/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CentralAZNews Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CentralAZCollege/---------------- Equal Opportunity Statement CAC is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding equal employment opportunity and anti‐discrimination. CAC strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination on the basis of the following protected classes and/or characteristics, in all of its operations, programs and activities, including but not limited to employment, promotion, admissions and access to all career and technical programs: race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. For more information contact: Laura Shepherd, Title IX Coordinator at 520-494-5106 or titleix@centralaz.edu; Section 504/ADA Coordinator at studentaccessibility@centralaz.edu or Human Resources at human.resources@centralaz.edu.

Website: https://centralaz.edu/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/centralarizonacollege/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CentralAZNews Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CentralAZCollege/---------------- Equal Opportunity Statement CAC is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding equal employment opportunity and anti‐discrimination. CAC strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination on the basis of the following protected classes and/or characteristics, in all of its operations, programs and activities, including but not limited to employment, promotion, admissions and access to all career and technical programs: race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. For more information contact: Laura Shepherd, Title IX Coordinator at 520-494-5106 or titleix@centralaz.edu; Section 504/ADA Coordinator at studentaccessibility@centralaz.edu or Human Resources at human.resources@centralaz.edu.

The impact we have on our students matters. Which is why Central Arizona College is celebrating the efforts of faculty and staff across the district to support our students, day by day, semester by semester. Here are stories of real students.Website: https://centralaz.edu/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/centralarizonacollege/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CentralAZNews Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CentralAZCollege/This project was completed as part of CAC's 4DX goal of raising student retention to 70% by 2027. ---------------- Equal Opportunity Statement CAC is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding equal employment opportunity and anti‐discrimination. CAC strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination on the basis of the following protected classes and/or characteristics, in all of its operations, programs and activities, including but not limited to employment, promotion, admissions and access to all career and technical programs: race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. For more information contact: Laura Shepherd, Title IX Coordinator at 520-494-5106 or titleix@centralaz.edu; Section 504/ADA Coordinator at studentaccessibility@centralaz.edu or Human Resources at human.resources@centralaz.edu.

To honor all the memories our community has made at this center, here’s a look back at the life, art, & memories of the Pence Performing Arts Center.In the fall of 2023, the roof of the Pence Center collapsed. In the spring of this year, demolition began after construction of the new performing arts center began.This commemoration video is just one part of a larger project. More is coming. Until then, thank you for watching and thank you for the memories.Website: https://centralaz.edu/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/centralarizonacollege/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CentralAZNews Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CentralAZCollege/---------------- Equal Opportunity Statement CAC is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding equal employment opportunity and anti‐discrimination. CAC strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination on the basis of the following protected classes and/or characteristics, in all of its operations, programs and activities, including but not limited to employment, promotion, admissions and access to all career and technical programs: race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. For more information contact: Laura Shepherd, Title IX Coordinator at 520-494-5106 or titleix@centralaz.edu; Section 504/ADA Coordinator at studentaccessibility@centralaz.edu or Human Resources at human.resources@centralaz.edu.

Did you know we have this program at our Superstition Mountain Campus?Website: https://centralaz.edu/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/centralarizonacollege/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CentralAZNews Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CentralAZCollege/---------------- Equal Opportunity Statement CAC is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding equal employment opportunity and anti‐discrimination. CAC strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination on the basis of the following protected classes and/or characteristics, in all of its operations, programs and activities, including but not limited to employment, promotion, admissions and access to all career and technical programs: race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. For more information contact: Laura Shepherd, Title IX Coordinator at 520-494-5106 or titleix@centralaz.edu; Section 504/ADA Coordinator at studentaccessibility@centralaz.edu or Human Resources at human.resources@centralaz.edu.

In this podcast, produced by Student Accessibility Services, CAC student Wayne Tempos shares his story.Website: https://centralaz.edu/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/centralarizonacollege/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CentralAZNews Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CentralAZCollege/Recorded on April 30th, 2026---------------- Equal Opportunity Statement CAC is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding equal employment opportunity and anti‐discrimination. CAC strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination on the basis of the following protected classes and/or characteristics, in all of its operations, programs and activities, including but not limited to employment, promotion, admissions and access to all career and technical programs: race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. For more information contact: Laura Shepherd, Title IX Coordinator at 520-494-5106 or titleix@centralaz.edu; Section 504/ADA Coordinator at studentaccessibility@centralaz.edu or Human Resources at human.resources@centralaz.edu.

Central Arizona College has 5 campuses across Pinal County. Get a tour of all five campuses plus our Florence Center and see what CAC can offer you. A variety of programs and services are available at every campus!Learn more: https://centralaz.edu/find-your-path/Website: https://centralaz.edu/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/centralarizonacollege/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CentralAZNews Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CentralAZCollege/---------------- Equal Opportunity Statement CAC is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding equal employment opportunity and anti‐discrimination. CAC strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination on the basis of the following protected classes and/or characteristics, in all of its operations, programs and activities, including but not limited to employment, promotion, admissions and access to all career and technical programs: race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. For more information contact: Laura Shepherd, Title IX Coordinator at 520-494-5106 or titleix@centralaz.edu; Section 504/ADA Coordinator at studentaccessibility@centralaz.edu or Human Resources at human.resources@centralaz.edu.

There will be two Graduation Ceremonies on May 15th. The first will start at 8am, the second at 10:30am, Arizona Time. The May 2026 Commencement includes Graduates of December 2025, Potential Graduates of May 2026 and Potential Graduates of August 2026. Congratulations graduates!Program Schedule: 8:00am - Associate of Applied Sciences Associate of General Studies Certificate Programs10:30am - Associate of Arts Associate of Business Associate of SciencesChapters/Timestamps - Faculty head towards their seats - Graduates enter and head towards their seats - First ceremony begins - Land Acknowledgement - Posting of Colors, National Anthem, & the Pledge of Allegiance - Welcome and Introductions - Student speaker - Thomas E. Sosa - History of Candidates - Dr. Jackie Elliott, President/CEO - Presentation of Candidates - Mr. Peter Kotrodimos, Faculty Senate President - Awarding of Degrees and Certificates - Mr. Gilbert Lopez, Board President - Roll Call - Ms. Laura Shepherd, Director of Student Life - Closing Remarks - Transfer of the Tassels - Recessional- Intermission Begins - Intermission Ends- Faculty head towards their seats - Graduates enter and head towards their seats - Second ceremony begins - Land Acknowledgement - Posting of Colors, National Anthem, & the Pledge of Allegiance - Welcome and Introductions - Student speaker - Jasmine Martinez - History of Candidates - Dr. Jackie Elliott, President/CEO - Presentation of Candidates - Mr. Peter Kotrodimos, Faculty Senate President - Awarding of Degrees and Certificates - Mr. Gilbert Lopez, Board President - Roll Call - Ms. Laura Shepherd, Director of Student Life - Closing Remarks - Transfer of the Tassels - RecessionalAdditional Information about the Graduation Program: - Posting of Colors by [pending] - National Anthem performed by [pending] - Pledge of Allegiance Lead by [pending]Website: https://centralaz.edu/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/centralarizonacollege/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CentralAZNews Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CentralAZCollege/---- Equal Opportunity Statement CAC is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding equal employment opportunity and anti‐discrimination. CAC strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination on the basis of the following protected classes and/or characteristics, in all of its operations, programs and activities, including but not limited to employment, promotion, admissions and access to all career and technical programs: race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. For more information contact: Laura Shepherd, Title IX Coordinator at 520-494-5106 or titleix@centralaz.edu; Section 504/ADA Coordinator at studentaccessibility@centralaz.edu or Human Resources at human.resources@centralaz.edu.

To the class of 2026, your professors and support staff would like to wish you well and congratulate you on this momentous occasion. Go Vaqueros!Website: https://centralaz.edu/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/centralarizonacollege/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CentralAZNews Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CentralAZCollege/---------------- Equal Opportunity Statement CAC is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding equal employment opportunity and anti‐discrimination. CAC strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination on the basis of the following protected classes and/or characteristics, in all of its operations, programs and activities, including but not limited to employment, promotion, admissions and access to all career and technical programs: race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. For more information contact: Laura Shepherd, Title IX Coordinator at 520-494-5106 or titleix@centralaz.edu; Section 504/ADA Coordinator at studentaccessibility@centralaz.edu or Human Resources at human.resources@centralaz.edu.