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CCC students selected for All-Arizona Academic Team Scholarship
FLAGSTAFF — Two Coconino Community College students have been recognized for the prestigious 2019 All-Arizona Academic Team Scholarship. The scholarship provides free tuition for 60 credit hours at the recipient’s choice of one of the three state universities – Arizona…
April 26 — Palette to Palate fundraiser for arts at CCC
FLAGSTAFF — Time to sharpen the taste buds and hone an appreciation for fine art. The annual Palette to Palate fundraiser that supports the Fine Arts Department at Coconino Community College begins at 5:30 p.m. on Friday, April 26, at the…
CCC Faculty Art Exhibit opens with reception
FLAGSTAFF — Coconino Community College student Daniel Wendt decided to put his art-appreciation skills to the test. He’s in a course on art appreciation, and his instructor suggested critiquing actual pieces of art to determine their impact on him. So, he…
City of Flagstaff Snow Operations. See related regional snow storm information here
FLAGSTAFF — With significant snow forecast for northern Arizona in the coming days, the city of Flagstaff would like to remind the public of our snow delay or cancellation notifications and a few snow operations updates. In the event of…
United Way of Northern Arizona update for Feb. 21 — President/CEO Steve Peru to join Coconino Community College
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Leadership Transition Dear Friends, Change is never easy. I have served as the President and CEO of the United Way of Northern Arizona for the past four years and it has been one…
Coconino Community College’s Stellar Newsletter Feb. 5 update
Coconino Community College’s Stellar Newsletter Sharing the news throughout northern Arizona about what’s happening at your Community College. Coconino Community College: Education that works for you. Visit our website A quick word from the President Why do we use the term…
Rook takes knight for science at CCC
FLAGSTAFF — Shantia Nez, 12, seventh-grader from Kaibeto Boarding School, concentrated on her opponent’s move. Bishop overpowered pawn. “I like the curiosity of what’s going to happen next,” Nez said. Nez was one of more than 70 players at the…
April 11 — Lunar Dreams exhibit at CCC part of Flagstaff Lunar Legacy celebration
Public reception set for 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 10 FLAGSTAFF — Flagstaff resident Delmy Payne, a student at Coconino Community College, is studying graphic and web design. As part of the requirements for an art class she took last semester,…
CCC receives $1 million grant from Del E. Webb Foundation to upgrade construction facility, programs
FLAGSTAFF — Thanks to a $1 million grant awarded last week from the Del E. Webb Foundation, Coconino Community College’s Construction Technology Management program will be getting a makeover to help the College meet construction industry demands in the county for…
CCC students explore interests at Clubs and Organizations Fair
FLAGSTAFF — Students like Lacey Bienz flocked to the Clubs and Organizations Fair Wednesday, Jan. 23, held every semester at Coconino Community College. The fair helps students connect to their interests with 13 different groups. Among the Clubs and Organizations…
Bringing the fire truck to CCC students
FLAGSTAFF — Everything on the device shines fire-engine red and chrome. The pumps, gauges and hose fixtures seem real enough. It’s like having a real fire engine in the classroom – except better in many aspects. Coconino Community College now has…
From CCC to the workforce in Page
PAGE — Clogged sink. Refrigerator on the fritz. Heating units acting up. Bathtubs misbehaving. It’s all in a day’s work for Page resident Johnsie Judy. Judy is a maintenance technician at seven motel properties in Page – all owned by the…
Lloyd Hammonds continues as CCC District Governing Board member for Page District
FLAGSTAFF — Lloyd Hammonds has been elected for another term to the Coconino Community College District Governing Board. Hammonds was sworn in during a small ceremony Tuesday, Dec. 11, at CCC in Page. Coconino Superintendent of Schools Risha VanderWey officiated,…
Feb. 19 — CCC to present ‘A Brief History of African American’s in Northern Arizona; the hidden revealed’
FLAGSTAFF — Coconino Community College to present “A Brief History of African American’s in Northern Arizona; the hidden revealed’ from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 19 at Coconino Community College LT Commons: 2800 S Lone Tree Rd, Flagstaff. Keynote Speaker: Margaret Hangan,…
Community steps up to help CCC Food Pantry
FLAGSTAFF — When the word went out that the food pantry for students at Coconino Community College was running a little low on supplies, community members got busy. In no time, the pantry was full, and staff had to find more…
Loven Contracting creates scholarship for CCC construction students
Loven Contracting presents the CCC Foundation $2,000 to support scholarships at the College. From left to right are Ian Fryer, Loven Intern and CCC alum, CCC President Colleen A. Smith, Ph.D., Jennifer Del Giorgio, Chief Financial Officer for Loven Contracting,…
CCC Clay Club sponsors holiday sale
FLAGSTAFF — A great deal of work goes on behind the scenes of making something as simple as a ceramic mug or bowl. First you throw the piece, then trim it, let it dry, dip it into glaze, and then there…
The Comet — Coconino Community College’s Steller Newsletter update for December
December 1, 2018 Coconino Community College’s Stellar Newsletter Sharing the news throughout northern Arizona about what’s happening at your Community College. Coconino Community College: Education that works for you. Visit our website A quick word from the President I sometimes think that…
Cadets graduate from Basic Detention Officer Academy at CCC
By Larry Hendricks FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. – The cadets stood at attention and the lieutenant made his inspection. He marched quietly among the cadets and checked their uniforms, their boots, their gear. They passed muster. Ten cadets from the Coconino County…
CCC offers quick course (Nov. 16-17) in Page on solar applications
PAGE — Thanks to the Sun, residents in remote locations, and even not-so-remote locations, don’t always have to rely on a power company. Energy from the sun can be used to power and heat homes on cold winter nights. It’s…
CCC holds events honoring veterans
FLAGSTAFF — The U.S. flag has a different meaning to veterans than it does to the rest of us. “Unfortunately, I’ve seen so many bodies on that flag that I will never see it as a sign like you guys…
The Comet — Coconino Community College’s Steller Newsletter
Coconino Community College’s Stellar Newsletter Sharing the news throughout northern Arizona about what’s happening at your Community College. Coconino Community College: Education that works for you. Visit our website A quick word from the President The final push is here. The big…
CCC: PTK Honor Society stresses community service
FLAGSTAFF — It’s not just about academic scholarship, fellowship and leadership; it’s about service to the community. And the officers of the Coconino Community College chapter of the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society are looking to drum up membership among CCC…
CCC donates computers to The Literacy Center
FLAGSTAFF — Coconino Community College donated six computers to The Literacy Center to help the organization continue its mission of “literacy for all.” Doug King, CCC’s Assistant Director of Client Services, said that over the past six years, CCC has…
CCC Associated Student Body gaining momentum
FLAGSTAFF — The Associated Student Body at Coconino Community College, after being inactive for a number of years, is up and running and gaining momentum. And the new officers are looking for all students to become aware of the ASB and…
Oct. 25 — Coconino Community College to present ‘Ofrenda 101’ with Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces
FLAGSTAFF — Coconino Community College will present “Ofrenda 101,” featuring a display and discussion of an altar as part of upcoming Día de los Muertos celebrations, from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 25 at the Lone Tree campus Commons…
CCC Volunteer program at Grand Canyon begins Sept. 21
FLAGSTAFF — The National Park Service and Coconino Community College have partnered for a Volunteer Training Program at Grand Canyon National Park. The program, which exposes volunteers to many aspects of the work by the National Park Service in the Grand…
CCC Clubs and Organizations Fair helps students plug in
FLAGSTAFF — Alex Ellinwood, first semester Nursing student at Coconino Community College, wants to plug into student life. So, he decided to show up at the Clubs and Organizations Fair at the Lone Tree campus on Wednesday, Sept. 5. “I really…
Putting hands-on into online at CCC
COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Community College Biology Faculty Melinda McKinney checks off the items she puts into the cardboard box. There is a scale, a microscope, pH test strips, seeds, rulers, soil and more. After the boxes are packed, many of…
Putting hands-on into online at CCC
FLAGSTAFF — Coconino Community College Biology Faculty Melinda McKinney checks off the items she puts into the cardboard box. There is a scale, a microscope, pH test strips, seeds, rulers, soil and more. After the boxes are packed, many of them…
SBDC gives form to dreams at CCC
FLAGSTAFF — The concept part was easy, said Flagstaff resident Cecilia “Ceci” Findley. She envisioned that her “Beauty Enhancing Studio” would have a row of cosmetology stations. The studio would have an art gallery for artists to display their latest work.…
Page CCC alum takes next step to physician
PAGE — Page resident Melody Billy started her classes at Coconino Community College while getting treatment for cancer. “My classes at CCC really got my mind off being sick,” she said. “It was my saving grace.” Her cancer is in remission.…
CCC alum Richard Ramirez reaches for goal of impacting lives
FLAGSTAFF — Richard Ramirez had a good career with a structural engineering group, making good money and having room for advancement. Still, he wasn’t satisfied. “Looking toward my future, I didn’t see a personal satisfaction in that job,” Ramirez said, adding…
New café opens at CCC this fall
FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino Community College Café, or the 4Cs, will be open for business starting the first day of Fall semester classes. “We want to go fresh,” said owner Nabil Chadi of the new name. And a new menu of…
CCC grad selected for prestigious Goldwater scholarship
Flagstaff, Ariz. – He went from being a high school dropout to being selected for one of the country’s most prestigious scholarships. “I, more or less, got my GED because it seemed like a good idea,” said Coconino Community College graduate…
CCC students become payroll professionals
FLAGSTAFF — Coconino Community College student Evelyn Kerley Little said it was a “grueling” 10 weeks, but she made it. And now she’s certified to handle the payroll needs of the roofing business she and her husband run. “I do my…
CCC helps fill coming building inspector gap
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. – Coconino Community College graduate Brad Lawry did an internship with the City of Flagstaff inspecting mostly residential buildings. After his internship, he spoke with CCC Construction and Technology Management Instructor Ken Myers about his experience. “Ken told me…
July 16 — Dr. Colleen A. Smith, president of Coconino Community College, to speak at next Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth monthly board meeting
FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth will hold its next monthly board meeting from noon to 1:30 p.m. Monday, July 16 at the County Health and Community Services Building, 2625 N. King St., Ponderosa Room, Flagstaff. Dr. Colleen A. Smith, president of…
July 16 — CCC offers science adventure for teens
FLAGSTAFF — Fresh air. Colorado mountain views. Time away from social media – and lots of time for science. Teens ages 13 to 16 have the chance for a non-credit, science-based adventure camp offered through Coconino Community College beginning July 16.…
CCC seeks nominations for Distinguished Service Award 2018
FLAGSTAFF — Coconino Community College is seeking nominations for its prestigious Distinguished Service Award. The award recognizes outstanding service, leadership and support to the College and to the educational enrichment of Coconino County. Nominees must be a resident of Coconino County…
Retiring CCC professors receive emeritus status
FLAGSTAFF — Two retiring professors at Coconino Community College, with nearly 50 years of service to the College, received the honor of Professor Emeritus Monday. Monica Baker and David Bowman were honored with plaques during the April 23 meeting of the…
Learning autos in high school, getting college credit from CCC
FLAGSTAFF — Kami Lawrence is a senior at Coconino High School. She has taken Auto 1, 2 and 3, and she has received college credit from CCC for each class through the Coconino Association for Vocations, Industry and Technology (CAVIAT) program.…
CCC scholarship recipient has passion for business
FLAGSTAFF — He’s a two-time cancer survivor, and his mother has survived her own bout with cancer. That’s why Coconino Community College student Paul Bearchell, who is also in the CCC2NAU program, isn’t wasting any time working toward his associate degree…
CCC apartment maintenance program growing
Flagstaff, Ariz. – William Gonzales, 24, recently applied for a job as an apartment maintenance technician in Flagstaff. He’d worked in that capacity before, and he had some general knowledge about the job. But he didn’t have the “title,” he said,…
CCC students inducted into PTK honor society
Flagstaff, Ariz. – Coconino Community College graduate Kevin Scholler talked about his experience about arriving at CCC that first day when he decided he wanted an education. “I remember that first day of school, I had a lot of fear in…
CCC represents at city’s STEM celebration
FLAGSTAFF — Little hands reached for living plants, replica human skulls and firefighter helmets. A child peered into a microscope to see bugs crawling through compost. Exclamations of “wow,” and “ooh,” carried over the noise, and all faces, children and adults…
CCC student selected for All-Arizona Academic Team Scholarship
FLAGSTAFF — A Coconino Community College student has been recognized for the prestigious, 2018 All-Arizona Academic Team Scholarship. The scholarship provides free tuition for 60 credit hours at the recipient’s choice of one of the three state universities – Arizona State…
Peaks Senior Living establishes scholarship at CCC
FLAGSTAFF — Coconino Community College students who want to become Certified Nursing Assistants or Licensed Nursing Assistants now have another scholarship opportunity. Thanks to The Peaks Health & Rehabilitation in Flagstaff, CCC now has $5,000 to create scholarships for five CNA…
CCC alum credits Educational Opportunity Center for success
FLAGSTAFF — Gordon Isaac initially started college in 1993. While he was in school, he took a job with the city of Flagstaff and he started a family. He set his college education on the back burner, and the years passed.…
April 7 — Greater Northern Arizona Expo comes to CCC
FLAGSTAFF — Join Coconino Community College and the Greater Flagstaff Chamber of Commerce for northern Arizona’s largest community career expo. The Greater Northern Arizona Career Expo will be Saturday, April 7, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the CCC Lone Tree…
April 27 — Coconino Community College to Celebrate Palette to Palate 2018
FLAGSTAFF — Palette to Palate, a popular event to support arts education, is bringing fine art, fine dining and entertainment together at Coconino Community College on April 27. The event, sponsored by CCC and Findlay Toyota of Flagstaff, begins at…
CCC student spreads love – one quilt at a time
FLAGSTAFF — Coconino Community College has some of the most captivating students. Each of them has something special to bring to the College. One student in particular, Marsha Monestersky, has an extraordinary passion for helping others. The warmth in her heart—and…
New scholarship helps students ‘re-boot’ at CCC
FLAGSTAFF — Coconino Community College students who may have had difficulties with the rigors of college in the past now have a chance to “re-boot” their college careers. A new Re-Boot scholarship is now being offered at CCC through the CCC…
CCC student aims for change in criminal justice system
FLAGSTAFF — Robin Hebert had gone to college previously, but she fell into the world of addiction and got in trouble with the law. Now, she has her life on track, has a career, and is back in school at Coconino…
Page CCC student receives new Spring to Success scholarship
PAGE — A student at Coconino Community College in Page will be springing to success after receiving a newly created scholarship. Marissa Tsinnajinnie of Bitter Springs received the first-ever Spring to Success scholarship to attend classes at CCC in Page. The…
Jan. 20 — Coconino Community College to hold Financial Aid & Scholarship Fair
By Coconino Community College Coconino Community College will present a Financial Aid & Scholarship Fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 20 at its Lone Tree Campus, 2800 E. Lone Tree Road, Flagstaff. Come learn about dozens of financial…
Antelope Point Marina gives another $20,000 for scholarships at CCC
FLAGSTAFF — Antelope Point Marina has donated another $20,000 to the Coconino Community College Foundation to support scholarships for CCC students. The funds will be split between two pots. About $10,000 of the donation will be applied to scholarships for the…
Dec. 15 — ‘Get the Scoop’ about CCC Page
CCC Science Instructors Dr. Aaron Tabor (left) and Andrew Allen will be traveling to Page beginning in January to teach chemistry, biology and math classes. FLAGSTAFF — Coconino Community College in Page will be rolling out the red carpet, complete with…
CCC student thrives at Victim Witness Services internship
FLAGSTAFF — It was a tough house call to make – she had to notify a family that their loved one had died. “You have to focus more on the people than on what actually happened,” said Azurrae Martinez. “You have…