Central Arizona College is closed today in observance of Juneteenth. This is a day to celebrate freedom and honor Black history, resilience, and achievements.Website: https://centralaz.edu/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/centralarizonacollege/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CentralAZNews Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CentralAZCollege/Animated and designed by Kendall Zires. ---------------- 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.

Expecting a refund or stipend? CAC disburses funds through BankMobile. To select your refund preference or learn more, visit: https://www.refundselection.comWebsite: 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.

CAC replaced the Vaqueras' softball field with turf to help conserve Arizona's water supply. This project was made possible through Arizona's Water Conservation Grant.Website: https://centralaz.edu/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/centralarizonacollege/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CentralAZNews Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CentralAZCollege/This video was edited and animated by our video production assistant, Kendall Zires.---------------- 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 Arizona heat can be dangerous if you're not prepared. Central Arizona College wants to remind you to stay hydrated this summer by drinking plenty of water throughout the day, especially when you're spending time outdoors or walking around campus.Website: https://centralaz.edu/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/centralarizonacollege/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CentralAZNews Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CentralAZCollege/This video was edited and animated by our video production assistant, Kendall Zires. Videography was done by our video production specialist Julie Tjalas.---------------- 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.

You did it! Congratulations to the spring graduating Class of 2025! Here is a message from your Faculty here at Central Arizona College. You've worked so hard to get here, and we are proud of you. Go Vaqueros! Celebrate! You've earned it!Website: https://centralaz.edu/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/centralarizonacollege/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CentralAZNews Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CentralAZCollege/Shot and edited by Julie Tjalas Additional b-roll footage shot by Kendall Zires Thumbnail designed by Kendall Zires Background photo in thumbnail by Greg Mastorakos ---------------- 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 16th. The first will start at 8am, the second at 10:30am, Arizona Time. Congratulations graduates!Chapters/Timestamps 0:04:39 - Faculty head towards their seats 0:06:01 - Graduates enter and head towards their seats 0:10:26 - First ceremony begins 0:10:38 - Land Acknowledgement 0:11:55 - Posting of Colors, National Anthem, & the Pledge of Allegiance 0:16:50 - Welcome and Introductions 0:19:28 - Student speaker - Thomas E. Sosa 0:25:54 - History of Candidates - Dr. Jackie Elliott, President/CEO 0:29:31 - Presentation of Candidates - Mr. Peter Kotrodimos, Faculty Senate President 0:30:17 - Awarding of Degrees and Certificates - Mr. Gilbert Lopez, Board President 0:31:22 - Roll Call - Ms. Laura Shepherd, Director of Student Life 1:04:51 - Closing Remarks 1:06:05 - Transfer of the Tassels 1:06:35 - Recessional1:08:30 - Intermission Begins 2:32:30 - Intermission Ends2:33:09 - Faculty head towards their seats 2:33:44 - Graduates enter and head towards their seats 2:36:54 - Second ceremony begins 2:37:10 - Land Acknowledgement 2:38:26 - Posting of Colors, National Anthem, & the Pledge of Allegiance 2:42:22 - Welcome and Introductions 2:45:30 - Student speaker - Jasmine Martinez 2:57:33 - History of Candidates - Dr. Jackie Elliott, President/CEO 3:00:48 - Presentation of Candidates - Mr. Peter Kotrodimos, Faculty Senate President 3:01:38 - Awarding of Degrees and Certificates - Mr. Gilbert Lopez, Board President 3:02:58 - Roll Call - Ms. Laura Shepherd, Director of Student Life 3:22:50 - Closing Remarks 3:23:32 - Transfer of the Tassels 3:23:51 - RecessionalProgram Schedule: 8:00am – Associate of Applied Sciences Associate of General Studies Certificate Programs10:30am – Associate of Arts Associate of Business Associate of SciencesAdditional Information about the Graduation Program: - Posting of Colors by Gila River EMS Honor Guard - National Anthem performed by Mr. Chayne Davis - Pledge of Allegiance Lead by CAC Governing Board President, Gilbert LopezWebsite: 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.