College News

Figuratively Speaking: The Sculptures of Madeline Sam Hodges is on display in the Chandler-Gilbert Community College Library Gallery at Pecos Campus.

Do you dream of being your own boss and starting your own business? If so, our new Small Business Start-Up certificate is the first step in your journey! The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Small Business Start-Up program is designed to meet the needs of students who wish to become entrepreneurs. Courses provide a background in marketing, management, finance, and a capstone course in which students complete a business plan. The goal of the Small Business Start-Up certificate is to create a foundation for prospective small business owners and contribute to the long-term success of the business community.

Join us for online sessions and hear from experts about voting, civic engagement, and the most influential document in American history—our Constitution! 

CGCC, part of the Maricopa County Community College District, is known to bring the fun to their events, but there was much more to it than that. “The event’s goal was to provide community and connections to the college for increased student success and retention for 2022-2023,” said Dr. Anne Suzuki, Dean of Student Development.

As the beginning of another semester begins soon, so will our Fall sports seasons. Our Coyote student athletes are eager to get started and we can't wait to see all of you at some sporting events this year!

If you can’t make it during the work week to enroll for classes, don’t worry, we’ve got it covered. Chandler-Gilbert Community College is holding two Saturday enrollment options for fall semester <a href="https://www.cgc.edu/student-resources/academic-advisement">academic advisement</a>.

The desert is a surprising place. For those unfamiliar with the environment, it can feel like it’s nothing more than just hot and, well, brown. But if you look closely, the desert ecosystem is quite impressive. Kendra Stanger, Environmental Technology Center (ETC) Coordinator at Chandler-Gilbert Community College (CGCC), helps students learn about Arizona through programs that bring environmental lessons to life.

At Chandler-Gilbert Community College (CGCC) we may be one pack, but we are made up of a diverse group of coyotes—and that is something to celebrate! One important way for students to express themselves is to get involved in campus organizations that support their interests.

Over the past few years, daily numbered reports have typically not been welcome or pleasant news. But this week, Chandler-Gilbert Community College (CGCC) is excited to report some very positive figures—and they are certainly worth sharing.

Take a step into history by taking virtual tour of Auschwitz. The Auschwitz Virtual Tour entails regular online sessions about the former Auschwitz-Birkenau death camp. This is not a regular webinar or seminar. In fact, it is the most faithful representation of a physical visit to the Auschwitz memorial site. The delivery is significantly augmented by historical footage, histories of former prisoners, visualizations, aerial overviews, and contemporary filming.

November is Native American Heritage Month. This is a time to celebrate cultures, traditions, and histories. It’s also a time to recognize the contributions and accomplishments of Native people. We also prioritize an education for the general community on tribes and the hardships that they have and still face. We encourage you to listen and uplift the voices of our Native student-athletes.

You’re invited to join us in November for the Williams 25th Anniversary Celebration Series! Save the date for these exciting events!