U @ Rio Magazine by Rio Salado College Online

Summer/Fall 2011 Vol. 3 Issue #2

Predicting Student Success

Meet Our 2011 Graduates

A Change Will Do You Good

Rio Salado Class Listings

Reading is an Act of Love

“When we approach the unknown, we sometimes have to dig deep to find the motivation to keep moving toward the horizon to achieve our ultimate success in life. Make the most of the talents you’ve been given. Find your passion. Move forward with confidence, spirit and determination, and reach out for your dreams.” – Dr. Chris Bustamante, addressing the Class of 2011

Chris Bustamante Rio Salado College President

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Table of Contents Reaching New Horizons and Beginnings........................... 2 Predictive Research Improves Student Success............. 3 Reading is an Act of Love............................................................. 4 Change is Good for your Career............................................... 5 Tuition Comparison......................................................................... 6 Enter the 2011 Sustainability Contest.................................. 6 Math Success Award Saves You Money.............................. 6 Rio Salado Student Spotlight..................................................... 7 National Online Teacher Prep Program................................ 9 Student Graduates College Before High School..........10 Rio Salado College Graduation 2011...................................11 Degree Leads Student to a New Life...................................14 GED Gives Second Chance at Education..........................15 KJZZ Listeners Help Shape the News.................................16 Programs @ Rio Salado College..............................................17 Classes @ Rio Salado College...................................................18 Do You Know Your Trivia.............................................................24 Rio Salado Locations......................................................................25

U @ Rio Magazine, launched in the fall of 2009, is published 3 times a year by the Institutional Advancement Office at Rio Salado College. Contributing writers: Delynn Bodine, Patricia Moore & Mira Radovich Designed by: Yousin Smith

Reaching

New Horizons & Beginnings By Mira Radovich

Rio Salado College wants to help all our current and future students realize their full potential. That is why we offer a full range of educational programs and services tailored to student success.

Here are a few examples of the programs we offer:

The New York Times Knowledge Network has joined Rio Salado College’s postbaccalaureate Teacher Preparation Program. The online program is designed for those who have a bachelor’s degree and are seeking teacher certification in elementary, secondary or special education. This new collaboration provides access to The Times content repository and the opportunity to network with other students across the nation.

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IBEST

Arizona Integrated Basic Education Skills Training (IBEST), teaches students basic electrical fundamentals such as blueprints, codes and safety. The program is offered free of charge to students age 16 and older who do not have a high school diploma. The IBEST program runs for six months. Classes are held Monday through Friday from either 1-4 p.m. or 5-8 p.m.

RioPASS – An accelerated 2-year associate degree track for students who have a high school diploma or GED. The program is offered as an online cohort. Students take two classes at a time, and many assignments count for credit in both classes.

Continual Improvement Rio Salado is constantly reviewing our program offerings to ensure we provide our students with high-quality educational options to meet their professional needs. For example, this semester we offer new certificates in early childhood and family education and language studies.

Rio Salado continually looks for ways to better serve students. We recently moved our Paradise Valley Mall location to a new facility at 1715 W. Northern Avenue in Phoenix. The new facility features a testing center, computer lab, ABE classes and WestMEC’s clinical dental assisting program. We also want to help high school students get a head start on their college careers through dual and concurrent enrollment programs. Once students are enrolled at Rio Salado, we take steps to ensure academic success. An innovative program, RioPACE, analyzes a student’s online behaviors to predict with 70% accuracy those students who are at high risk of not being successful in a course. The course instructors can then intervene, which ultimately promotes student success in online learning. These are just a few of the many programs and initiatives that Rio Salado believes will lead our students to new educational horizons.

Predictive Research Improves

Student Success By Patricia Moore

Frequent web users will notice when sites like Pandora, Netflix and Amazon make recommendations and offer product suggestions. And many times, the suggestions are surprisingly relevant. That is because web sites are using data collection and analysis to predict the types of music and movies a user might enjoy.

In addition to supporting individual students, the pilot program is also being used in course design.

Now, Rio Salado College is using similar technology in the RioPACE pilot program to increase completion and success rates in the school’s online courses.

For example, brief introductory assignments require students to log in early, and smaller and more frequent assignments encourage habitual site engagement.

“The program makes predictions based on student habits in a course, such as site engagement and pace,” said Shannon Corona, Rio Salado physical science faculty chair. “This is then compared to historical data against other students.”

“We determined the factors that contribute to success in an online course and made changes to encourage these behaviors,” Felix said.

Angela Felix, Rio Salado languages faculty chair, said that courses used in the pilot program promoted the actions modeled by successful students.

Using methods similar to those employed by consumer web sites, data is gathered and analyzed without a noticeable impact on the user experience. Rio Salado is one of six institutions participating in the collaborative Predictive Analytics Reporting (PAR) Framework project. PAR is funded through a $1 million grant from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. The program will pool anonymous data collected from participating colleges to create a more accurate model of successful behavior.

Corona said RioPACE allows instructors to predict with 70% accuracy those students who are at risk to not be successful in a course, and helps them take steps to intervene. “The program provides instructors with an additional tool to aid students,” Corona said. “Traditional techniques only look at a student’s grade. An instructor now has both tools, the student’s grade and their site engagement.”

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READING as an Act of Love By Heidi Capriotti, Sun Sounds of Arizona Marketing Coordinator

Frank Williams’ love of reading was cemented at a young age. Late in the evenings, after he’d gone to bed, he would listen through the walls of his boyhood home as his father read aloud to Frank’s mother. “I’ve come to see that as a tremendous act of love - to read aloud to someone,” Williams said. Today Williams, a Tempe resident, shares that act of love with thousands of Arizonans statewide, who hear him read aloud each week at Sun Sounds of Arizona, a reading service for people who cannot use print. Last May, Williams received the Gold Mic Award, given to the Sun Sounds Volunteer of the Year for outstanding service. He accepted the award in his typical passionate yet humble style. “I’m embarrassed to receive praise for doing what I feel is reward enough in itself,” Williams said.

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Williams began his volunteer work at Sun Sounds in 2008, reading the Arizona Republic live each week, and pre-recording other magazine programs. In three years he has recorded more than 10 novels for the nightly book programs “A Good Book” and “Bookworld.” He also serves as an ambassador at monthly speaking engagements, educating the public and potential listeners about the service. Williams cites an incident of temporary blindness as a young adult which solidified for him the importance of reading. As a Green Beret stationed in Okinawa, he suffered a cerebral hemorrhage which resulted in spending a week in a darkened room, unable to see. “I was most scared by the fact that I wouldn’t be able to read, something I’d cherished all my life,” he said. Once his vision returned he promised that sharing the gift of reading would be part of his life’s work.

“Reading to those who cannot is an act of love, mercy, and kindness – ‘holy work’ that I am deeply honored to share with the volunteers of Sun Sounds,” Williams said. Sun Sounds of Arizona salutes Williams and the 200 volunteers who give more than 22,000 hours annually to provide access to information for print-disabled people. A service of Rio Salado College, Sun Sounds of Arizona broadcasts from the Tempe campus, as well as from affiliates in Flagstaff, Tucson and Yuma. More than 49,000 people in Arizona hear six daily local and national newspapers, nearly 200 magazines, books, circulars and newsletters read aloud over radio, cable systems, telephone and the Internet. For more information visit: www.sunsounds.org

CHANGE

is Good for Your Career

By Delynn Bodine

Can people really find happiness and a sense of fulfillment in their career? According to Jacque Beale they can. “When people discover what fits their personality and interests and then prepare themselves for a career in those areas, they can find a high level of satisfaction,” said Beale, career counselor for the Career Center at Rio Salado College. Over the past few years, Beale has seen an increase of students accessing the Career Center. Many have experienced cut backs and layoffs and are looking to re-career. “Students often come in feeling very, very low, even distressed,” Beale said. “They are undecided about what direction to go. Sometimes it helps them to dig deep for the passion to change their lives. To identify what they really will need to make them happy at this point in their life.”

Tempe resident Tim Henning was seeking a career change when he moved here from California to be closer to his aging father. He had previously worked for a non-profit ministry and is planning to enroll in Rio Salado College’s Teacher Preparation Program. “I wanted to have a career with meaning and value,” said Henning. “One that would be a contribution to the community and that I could derive personal satisfaction from.” Students can access career and personality assessments through the Career Center. If needed, a counselor can then meet with them to evaluate the results. Once possible careers have been identified, students are directed to online resources where they can research current job outlooks. “Jacque helped me solidify my desire to become a teacher. Listening to her, I came to believe that it really is possible,” said Henning. “She became my advocate and negoti-

ated several roadblocks which helped me continue on with my education.” Rio student Elizabeth Farnell also accessed the resources of the Career Center. She had worked for 20 years as a registered nurse and then a massage therapist. She is seeking a degree in chemical dependency and wants to be a counselor. “I felt a need to move in a new direction in my life,” said Farnell. “This career incorporates all my past experience. It’s a good fit.” Beale gains satisfaction when she sees that students understand what the possibilities are and what their potential for the future is. She tells students, “You’ve made it this far. You can succeed.” Students can access Rio’s Career Center resources in person, online or by phone. More information can be found at www.riosalado.edu/counseling.

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Dwindling Footprint Sustainability Contest 2011

Math Can Save You Money!

Put your creativity to use and earn money for college! Rio Salado students are invited to enter the 2011 Dwindling Footprint Sustainability Contest.

Get rewarded for being a good student! Rio Salado College students can receive up to $228 toward a math class at Rio Salado College by:

Contest submissions should embrace the concept of decreasing human impact on the environment. Start with this question: “What steps or practices can I put in place to decrease my personal impact on the Earth?” Students can submit entries the following formats: • Comics • Games • Video • Graphic Art • Original Art • Interactive Multi-Media • Creative Writing Winning entries will be awarded up to $1,000 in scholarship money to be used at Rio Salado College. The deadline to enter is September 30, 2011. For contest guidelines and application visit www.riosalado.edu/contest.

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1. Taking “MAT092: Introductory Algebra” and either “CPD115: Creating College Success” or “CPD150: Strategies for College.” 2. Achieving a grade of a “B” or better in MAT 092 and a “C” or better in the CPD course. 3. Receive a Student Success Award of up to $228 toward a math class at Rio Salado College.* The CPD classes can be used as electives in AA, ABUS, AS and AGS degrees that allow for electives. *This is a limited offer and is only available to the first 250 interested students who are eligible for in-state tuition and are Maricopa County residents. The award of $76 for 1 credit or $228 for 3 credits (depending on which CPD course is taken) is good toward your next 100 level math course at Rio Salado College. For more information contact Advisement at 480-517-8580 or visit www.riosalado.edu/counseling and select “Math Success Award.”

Student

Spotlight Quaid Wilson Hometown: La Habra, California Childhood hero: Earl Campbell

Success is: Knowing you gave your maximum effort regardless of the task at hand.

Motivation: Fear of failure. I chose Rio Salado because: Online classes Proudest moment: Being present for that I can take at my leisure. the birth of my baby. Advice for Rio students: Do your homework. Say your prayers. Eat your vitamins!

José Bojorquez Hometown: Esperanza, Sonora, Mexico Dream job: To work for a big company. I chose Rio Salado because: I like to take classes online and these classes are open to my work hours. Advice for Rio students: If you don’t understand something, Rio has a great tutoring center.

Motivation: To improve my skills since I would like to provide a better future for my wife who is pregnant. Biggest challenge: Speaking English as a second language. Proudest moment: I’m really close to getting my AAS degree at Rio.

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Serving Our Nation’s Heroes The East Valley Veterans Education Center (EVVEC) offers educational outreach and college advisement services to veterans and their family members -- at no cost! Veterans Services Offered • Assistance with VA educational benefits • Employment and workforce development workshops • Tutoring and academic skill-building • Cultural events to ease the transition to college life • Referrals to community resources Let us help you with your next mission – a college education.

A New Way

to Go To School!

At the Communiversity @ Surprise you can: • Go to college close to home • Take online, in-person and hybrid classes • Earn an associate, bachelor’s or master’s degree • Benefit from multiple education providers • Enjoy a state of the art facility All under one roof! Learn more today! 480-384-9000 www.azcommuniversity.com

Learn more today! 480-384-9850 www.evvec.org

Located in the Surprise Civic Center Complex 15950 N. Civic Center Plaza, Surprise, AZ, 85374 The Communiversity is hosted by Rio Salado College in partnership with the City of Surprise, Glendale Community College, Phoenix College, Northern Arizona University, Ottawa University and West-MEC.

The EVVEC is hosted by Rio Salado College in partnership with Chandler-Gilbert, GateWay, Mesa and Scottsdale Community Colleges; all part of the Maricopa Community College District.

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Rio Partners in

National Online Teacher Prep Program By Delynn Bodine

Rio Salado College, part of the Maricopa Community College District, and The New York Times Knowledge Network have joined together to provide an online post-baccalaureate teacher preparation program. This program is designed for those who have a bachelor’s degree and are seeking teacher certification in elementary, secondary or special education.

“Rio Salado College and The New York Times Knowledge Network are both innovators in higher education,” said Dr. Chris Bustamante, president of Rio Salado College. “It is an exciting opportunity to work together to offer students the advantage of Rio Salado’s proven teacher preparation program and the Knowledge Network’s depth of content resources.”

The online course delivery system offers flexibility for working adults. It also provides opportunity for residents in rural communities with limited educational resources. Enrollment options include 48 start dates throughout the year, which is an added benefit for students who may be changing careers.

“By weaving online course content together with ‘real world’ application, teacher preparation students are very prepared to enter their own classrooms upon program completion,” said Janet Johnson, faculty chair of education for Rio Salado College.

According to the Bureau of Labor and Statistics, demand for qualified teachers is expected to increase nearly 12 percent over the next five to six years with an even higher need for math, science and bilingual teachers.

More information about the program can be found at discoverteaching.net.

Initial outreach efforts will be piloted in Arizona with plans to expand to the national market.

The courses are taught by Rio Salado faculty and students can network with online classmates across the nation.

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Student Graduates College Before High School By Delynn Bodine

Rio Salado’s Dual Enrollment program enables students to receive high school and college credit at the same time. Graduating from college before high school wasn’t exactly part of Anngela Adams’ plan, at least not at first. In May she received her Associate of Arts degree from Rio Salado College three weeks before graduating as a valedictorian from Mountain Pointe High School. The summer before Anngela’s freshman year, she took algebra and German courses from Rio Salado College in order to take advanced high school classes and free up her schedule. She then took advantage of Rio Salado’s Dual Enrollment program which enables students to receive high school and college credit at the same time. “I’m just a driven person,” said Anngela. “Why not get classes out of the way? It made a lot of sense to be earning college credit while going to high school.” Anngela brought home information about Dual Enrollment while still in middle school. Her parents were supportive of the concept.

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“We thought that with college tuition prices going up that this would be a good idea,” said Christa Adams, Anngela’s mother. “She was going to have to master these upper level classes such as calculus, so why not just get serious about it.” Anngela also banked college credits through participation in Concurrent Enrollment during the summer. In her senior year, she discovered that she was just two courses short of an associate degree. She decided that even with a busy schedule, if she gave some extra effort and managed her time wisely she could do it. “Being dual enrolled helped Anngela to focus and gave her the incentive to work harder,” said Christa. Anngela has plans to attend ASU this fall and has already taken the majority of her required general education classes which will free her up to concentrate on her major in biomedical engineering.

“I want to be a doctor and I have a lot of school ahead of me. Dual Enrollment really helped me get a head start on my education,” said Anngela. For more than 24 years Rio Salado College has provided a Dual Enrollment program. During the recent 2010-11 academic year, 53 high schools partnered with Rio Salado College to serve nearly 8,500 students across the Valley. “I would strongly recommend Dual Enrollment to others,” said Christa. “Students have to take some initiative and meet the deadlines. With follow-up and hard work, they can succeed.” For more information about Dual Enrollment visit www.riosalado.edu/earlycollege.

Rio Salado College

Commencement

Snapshot ASSOCIATE DEGREES.................................................. 431 Associate in Arts.......................................................... 88 Associate in Arts in Elementary Education........ 6 Associate in General Studies.................................. 59 Associate in Business â&#x20AC;&#x201C; ............................................ 18 General Requirements Associate in Science.. ................................................... 5 Associate in Applied Science in: Computer Technology......................................... 67 Law Enforcement Technology.......................... 43 Dental Hygiene....................................................... 29 Nursing....................................................................... 26 Organizational Management.. ........................... 22 Chemical Dependency........................................ 21 Public Administration........................................... 14 Military Leadership.. ............................................... 11 Workforce Development and Community Re-Entry................................................................... 8 Accounting................................................................. 3 Corrections.. ................................................................ 3 General Business. . ..................................................... 3 Quality Customer Service. . ................................... 2 Clinical Dental Assisting......................................... 1 Early Childhood Education................................... 1 Paralegal.. ..................................................................... 1

ACADEMIC CERTIFICATES..............................................4 Early Childhood Education....................................... 4 RECOGNITION OF ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT POST-BACCALAUREATE CERTIFICATION PROGRAMS TOTAL:.................................................................................... 275 Secondary Education............................................... 96 Elementary Education. . ............................................. 82 Teacher-In-Residence: Special Education. . ........ 29 Special Education..................................................... 21 Teacher-in-Residence: Secondary........................ 20 Teacher-in-Residence: Elementary. . ..................... 13 Early Childhood Education....................................... 8 Arts Education.. .............................................................. 4 Teacher-in-Residence: Art. . ....................................... 2

ACADEMIC HONORS................................................... 333 Distinction..................................................................... 92 High Distinction.......................................................... 92 Highest Distinction.................................................... 38 Phi Theta Kappa.......................................................... 73 Honors Program. . ........................................................ 38

CERTIFICATES OF COMPLETION.....................2,434 Basic Corrections. . ................................................. 1,082 Computer Usage and Applications.................. 294 Automobile Insurance: Customer Service. . ..... 142 Broadband Telecommunications: Account Services.......................................................................... 111 Law Enforcement Technology.. ........................... 105 Airline Operations: Reservations........................... 99 Utilities: Customer Service. . ..................................... 86 Chemical Dependency Level I. . ............................. 65 Detention Services..................................................... 58 Credit Counseling: Customer Service................. 49 Automobile Policy: Customer Service................ 45 Chemical Dependency Level II. . ............................ 38 Organizational Leadership...................................... 35 Public Administration. . .............................................. 31 Human Services-Specialist: Customer Service.27 Web Design. . ................................................................. 22 Insurance: Customer Service.................................. 19 Networking................................................................... 13 Programming............................................................... 13 Human Services-Unemployment Insurance: .. 11 Customer Service Community Dental Health Coordination.......... 10 Clinical Dental Assisting............................................. 9 Airline Operations: Passenger Services.. ............... 7 General Business........................................................... 6 Networking: Design and System Support.......... 6 Web Design: User Interface. . .................................... 6 Accounting. . .................................................................... 5 Advanced Computer Usage and Applications.. 5 Professional Addictions Counseling...................... 5 Human Services-Assistance: Customer Service.4 Military Leadership....................................................... 4 Paralegal........................................................................... 4

Advanced Corrections................................................ 3 Broadband Telecommunications: Communications: Field Operations.. ................. 3 Desktop Publishing...................................................... 3 Quality Customer Service.......................................... 3 Child and Family Organizations Management and Administration.................... 2 Adolescent Development........................................ 1 Airline Operations: Ground Operations.............. 1 Technology Helpdesk Support.............................. 1 Technology Troubleshooting and. . ....................... 1 A+ Preparation Certificate of Completion In Workforce Development ........................... 375 Graphic Arts Level I.................................................. 122 Automotive Technology Level I............................ 83 Graphic Arts Level II................................................... 50 Automotive Technology Level II........................... 34 Furniture Construction/Refinishing Level I....... 32 Horticulture. . ................................................................. 21 Electrical Level I........................................................... 19 Carpentry Level I......................................................... 10 Culinary Arts.. ................................................................. 3 Electrical Level II............................................................ 1 Workforce Development and community re-entry........................................ 4 Community Re-Entry.. ................................................. 4

Grand Total. . .......................................................... 3,523

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graduation mean to you? What does

“Graduation means the start of a better life for me and my family. It is also a stepping stone on my path to success.”

Lisa Yanders

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Lorraine Fletcher

“Graduation was a lifetime acheivement for me, due to years of addictions. I now have 17 years of recovery and a new career to look forward to.”

“Success on achieving my academic goals to better my future endeavors.”

Lance Schulze

“Graduation is a celebration of accomplishments, and an opening of many new doors!”

Kathleen Kellenberger

“Graduation has felt like finding a key to a locked door. I am excited to go in and see where the next room takes me.”

“Graduation to me means moving on to the next chapter of my life.”

Debra Keough

“At 51 years of age, and having been out of school for about 35 years, I was uncertain if I even knew how to be a student again. To me, graduation means I’ve accomplished something important in my life.”

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“For me, personally, I learned a lot about my true self and what I’m looking to accomplish in life.”

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education, Degree Lead Student to a new Life By Mira Radovich

Catherine

Hendrickson celebrated at Rio Salado College’s graduation in May along with hundreds of other students. She worked hard the last few years as a full-time student, even making the Phi Theta Kappa honor society. She earned an Associate in Applied Science in Chemical Dependency, and yet, that was only half the battle.

However, incarceration may have led Hendrickson on the road to a better life. “I did not want prison to be an end, but a new beginning,” Hendrickson said. “I began my journey by enrolling in computer technology classes held at the prison, through Rio Salado College. To my amazement, I completed my first class with an A. That was all it took.”

“I was sentenced to prison, and used it as an opportunity to change my life,” said Hendrickson, detailing the adversity she has had to overcome to reach her educational goals.

Hendrickson set about taking all the classes toward a computer technology degree. But yet she found something was missing.

Hendrickson lost her parents at an early age, and had a turbulent upbringing – at one point she was forced to live on the streets which eventually led to her incarceration.

“I came to realize that the motivation behind this field of study was financial security,” said Hendrickson. “I knew that if prison was truly a new beginning, I needed to make the right choice and follow the passion of my heart.”

“I was driven to make terrible choices in my past, which in turn led to the consequences of criminal activity,” Hendrickson said.

Hendrickson changed her major to chemical dependency, and has never looked back. “I was released from prison a year ago, and clung to my graduation goal with fervor,” Hendrickson said.

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She credits Rio Salado’s online instructors, her family, friends, pastor, and her own determination for her success.

“…follow the

Passion of

My heart”

“I have finally become the person I was created to be,” Hendrickson said. “My life now is about giving back to others. If I can even help one person, then I will have touched the lives of countless others throughout the community.” In the future, Hendrickson hopes to work with incarcerated women, to help them overcome the obstacles associated with drug addiction. She has been accepted into a bachelor’s degree program in counseling, and hopes to ultimately earn a doctorate in behavioral health.

geD gives Second chance at education By Patricia Moore

When Rio Salado College’s 2011 GED Gradu-

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ation speaker Jordan looks toward the future, he is certain that even when the odds are stacked against him, he is in control of his own fate. “Getting my GED has made me feel like I can start all over again. I have gotten a second chance,” said Jordan. “It has helped me learn what it takes to have a career and made me realize that I love education and will continue on to college.” Jordan was 29 when he re-entered the classroom and discovered that returning as an adult student wasn’t easy. “When I started at Rio, I can’t tell you that I was confident because the fact is, I wasn’t,” Jordan said. He went on to explain that through the support of his grandparents, the examples of strength and perseverance set by his mother, and the miracle of his daughter’s birth, he was able to overcome his fears. “There was a time when I wasn’t concerned about doing the right thing,” Jordan said. “I thank my grandparents and my mom for helping me get my GED and getting my life turned around. They never gave up on me doing the right thing.”

Keith said she is proud of Jordan for the positive example he has been to his family. “It means everything to us,” Keith said, “By doing this he’s an example to his cousins. He has inspired them to go back to college.”

Jordan said he found the Adult ACE course, “Strategies for College Success” to be essential. “I believe every student in the nation should be required to take this course,” he said. “This course teaches you how you can be a more positive and more successful you by taking advantage of your inner creator and overcoming your inner victim.”

Jordan is currently seeking partial custody of his 6-year-old daughter and believes that continuing his education will help him secure a stable life for them both. “She’s my biggest motivation,” Jordan said. “I want to do everything in my power to make sure I have my ducks in a row and can prove that I am worthy of having my daughter in my life.”

Jordan is studying to begin his career as a pharmacy technician and plans to continue his education and eventually become a pharmacist.

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Scan with your smartphone to hear Jean-Pierre’s GED graduation speech.

Jordan’s grandmother, Arianna Keith, has encouraged Jordan to keep pushing forward. “The sky is the limit,” she reminds him. “Let’s not look back, let’s look forward.”

While Jordan was working toward his GED, he also took courses through the Adult ACE program. Adult ACE, which stands for Adults Achieving a College Education, is a scholarship-based college preparation program. It offers at-risk, financially disadvantaged and first-generation students an opportunity to complete their GED and transition to higher education.

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KJZZ Listeners

Help Shape the News By Annette Flores, KJZZ Public Relations Coordinator

ot a great idea for an interesting news story? Share it! Listeners of the Valley’s public radio station, KJZZ 91.5, can now help shape the news by sharing stories and sources with Nick Blumberg, the newest addition to KJZZ’s “Fronteras: Changing America Desk.”

The network already has 100,000 sources who have contributed to national shows such as “Marketplace,” “American RadioWorks” and KJZZ’s “Fronteras: Changing America Desk.”

Blumberg will collect listener tips, resources, expert analysis and personal stories, and add them to a national database created by American Public Media’s Public Insight Network. The database allows public radio reporters, producers and editors across the country to find and share news resources.

“We need the help of our listeners, to be our eyes and ears, to help us shed light and insight on stories that aren’t being told,” Paluzzi said.

“Journalists aren’t much without an audience, and this new project provides KJZZ listeners and reporters an opportunity to connect in new ways,” said Blumberg. “This gives listeners a chance to lead reporters to stories and sources that have been overlooked or out of reach.”

KJZZ General Manager Jim Paluzzi realizes the importance of listener contributions.

KJZZ Associate General Manager Mark Moran agrees. “If you think about it, we’re all experts in something or another,” Moran said. “More importantly, we’re living in an age where people are clamoring to be heard, which is why I think you’re seeing a huge spike in social media. This new initiative gives our community a voice, a means of sharing information and news about issues that are important to them.” If you have an untold story or resource to share, please visit the “Fronteras: Changing America Desk” web page at fronterasdesk.org/publicinsight or contact Nick Blumberg at nblumberg@rioradio.org, 480-774-8231.

KJZZ is a listener-supported public broadcasting station licensed to the Maricopa Community College District, and a community service of Rio Salado College’s Division of Public Service. Scan with your smartphone to learn more about Rio’s Division of Public Service

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Start Your career at Rio Salado Rio Salado College oďŹ&#x20AC;ers certificate and degrees in more than 60 programs through a combination of 500+ online and hybrid classes. So if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re deciding what career to choose, here are some educational options to consider.

Programs, Certificates & Degrees: Accounting Associate in Arts, RioPASS Behavioral Health/Chemical Dependency Computer Technology Creative Writing* Dental Assisting Dental Hygiene (In-Person) Early Childhood & Human Development eLearning Design General Business Language/Literary Culture of the USA*

Language Studies* Law Enforcement Technology Military Leadership Organizational Management Paralegal Public Administration Quality Customer Service Retail Management Sustainability and Ecological Literacy* Sustainable Food Systems Teacher Education

* Academic certificate

For a complete list of all programs and transfer degree options, go to: riosalado.edu/programs

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500 Classes +

Rio Salado College is an accredited institution. Online classes may have in-person and testing requirements. Payment plan options and financial aid are available to those who qualify. For program details, such as estimated costs and graduation rates, please visit www.riosalado.edu/programs.

Available to You @ Rio Salado College The listing below represents a majority of the 500+ online and hybrid classes offered by Rio Salado College. (The number of classes offered each term varies. Classes start on Mondays â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 48 times a year!) For a complete list of offerings, visit: www.riosalado.edu/schedule

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Allied Health HCC109 HCC130 HCC130AA HCC130AB HCC130AC HCC130AD HCC130AE HCC130AF HCC145 HCC145AA HCC145AB HCC145AC HCC146 HCR210 HCR230 HCR240 HES100 HES105 HES106 HES154 PED115 PHT104 PHT120

CPR for Health Care Provider Fundamentals in Health Care Health Care Today Workplace Behaviors in Health Care Personal Wellness and Safety Communication and Teamwork in Health Care Organizations Legal Issues in Health Care Decision Making in the Health Care Setting Medical Terminology for Health Care Workers Medical Terminology for Health Care Workers I Medical Terminology for Health Care Workers II Medical Terminology for Health Care Workers III Common Medical Terminology for Health Care Workers Clinical Health Care Ethics Culture and Health Human Pathophysiology Healthful Living Finding Health Information Online Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/Automated External Defibrillator (AED) First Aid/Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Lifetime Fitness Pharmacology for Pharmacy Technicians Pharmacy Technician Responsibilities

Biology BIO100 Biology Concepts BIO105 Environmental Biology BIO145 Marine Biology BIO156 Introductory Biology for Allied Health BIO160 Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology BIO162 Microbiology Concepts For Allied Health BIO201 Human Anatomy and Physiology I BIO202 Human Anatomy and Physiology II BIO205 Microbiology

Business and Management ACC105 ACC111 ACC112 ACC115 ACC221 ACC230 ACC240 ACC260 ACC262

Payroll, Sales and Property Tax Accounting Principles I Accounting Principles II Computerized Accounting Tax Accounting Uses of Accounting Information I Uses of Accounting Information II Certified Bookkeeper (CB) Preparation Seminar I Certified Bookkeeper (CB) Preparation Seminar II

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CLASS TITLE GBS131 Business Calculations GBS151 Introduction to Business GBS175 Professional Development GBS205 Legal, Ethical, and Regulatory Issues in Business GBS220 Quantitative Methods in Business GBS221 Business Statistics GBS233 Business Communication GBS258 Principles of Property and Liability Insurance GBS263 Personal Insurance GBS264 Commercial Insurance MGT175 Business Organization and Management MGT229 Management and Leadership I MGT251 Human Relations in Business MGT253 Owning and Operating a Small Business MGT276 Personnel/Human Resource Management MGT289 Professional in Human Resources Test Preparation MKT268 Merchandising MKT271 Principles of Marketing PAD101 Survey of Public Administration PAD107 Public Finance Administration PAD122 Public Sector Human Resources Management PAD170 Public Sector Organizational Behavior PRM110 Legal Aspects for Property Management PRM112 Property Management Procedures PRM114 Property Risk Management PRM116 Property Valuation and Market Analysis PRM120 Apartment Property Leasing PRM130 Apartment Appliances PRM134 Apartment Plumbing Systems PRM138 Apartment Home Electrical Systems PRM142 Apartment Maintenance: Basic HVAC PRM146 Apartment Interior/Exterior Maintenance SBU200 Society and Business TQM101 Quality Customer Service TQM230 Teamwork Dynamics

Chemical Dependency BHS205 CHD100 CHD102 CHD110 CHD120 CHD145 CHD150 CHD161 CHD165 CHD220 CHD226 CHD236 CHD245 CHD250

Therapeutic Intervention Models Foundations of Chemical Dependency Communication Skills in Chemical Dependency Pharmacology of Substances of Abuse and Dependency Professional Ethics in Counseling the Chemically Dependent AIDS and Chemical Dependency Principles of Self-Help Groups Beginning Clinical Documentation Skills Theory and Techniques in the Treatment of the Chemically Dependent Family Dynamics and Chemical Dependency Counseling Multicultural and Diverse Populations Recovery and Relapse of the Chemically Dependent Co-Occurring Disorders/Dual Diagnosis Group Interventions with the Chemically Dependent

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Chemical Dependency continued CHD275 Advanced Theory and Techniques in the Treatment of the Chemically Dependent CHD280 Chemical Dependency Practicum CHD285 Chemical Dependency Seminar CHD285AA Treatment for Stimulant Use Disorders Seminar CHD285BB Adolescent Substance Abuse Treatment Seminar CHD285CC Addiction Review Seminar CHD285DD Motivation for Change in Substance Abuse Treatment Seminar CHD285EE Domestic Violence and Substance Abuse Seminar CHD285FF Street Drugs Seminar CHD285GG Addictive and Medical Plants Seminar CHD285HH Intervention and Treatment for Chemical Dependency Seminar CHD285II Multicultural Aspects CHD285JJ Clinical Supervision Training of Supervisors CHD294 Advanced Foundations: Review for Chemical Dependency Counselor Licensing and/or Certification Exams

CIS250 CIS259 CIS262AD CIS263AA CIS280 CIS288

Communication COM100 COM110 COM225 COM230 COM259 COM263

Introduction to Human Communication Interpersonal Communication Public Speaking Small Group Communication Communication in Business and Professions Elements of Intercultural Communication

Computers BPC110 Computer Usage and Applications BPC125 Microcomputer Setup and Maintenance BPC135DK Word: Level I BPC138AA Windows Desktop Design and Publishing BPC170 Computer Maintenance I: A+ Essentials Prep BPC225 Computer Configuration and Enhancement BPC235DK Word: Level II BPC278 Software Installation-MS Windows CIS105 Survey of Computer Information Systems CIS114DE Excel Spreadsheet CIS117DM Microsoft Access: Database Management CIS118AB PowerPoint: Level I CIS118BB PowerPoint: Level II CIS120DB Computer Graphics: Adobe Illustrator CIS120DC Flash: Digital Animation CIS120DF Computer Graphics: Adobe Photoshop CIS121AE Windows Operating System: Level I CIS122AE Windows Operating System: Level II CIS124AA Project Management Software: Level I CIS124BA Project Management Software Level II CIS133DA Internet/Web Development Level I CIS138DA Desktop Design and Publishing Using Adobe InDesign CIS140 Survey of Multimedia Technology CIS150 Programming Fundamentals CIS159 Visual Basic Programming I CIS162AD C#: Level I CIS163AA Java Programming: Level I CIS190 Introduction to Local Area Networks CIS214DE Advanced Excel Spreadsheet: Level II CIS217AM Advanced Microsoft Access: Database Management CIS220DF Advanced Photoshop CIS225 Business Systems Analysis and Design CIS233DA Internet/Web Development Level II CIS233DC Internet Web Development: Dreamweaver CIS235 e-Commerce CIS240 Local Area Network Planning and Design

Management of Information Systems Visual Basic Programing II C# Level II Java Programming: Level II Current Topics in Computing (Second Life) Digital Design Portfolio

Counseling and Personal Development CPD102AB CPD102AC CPD115 CPD150

Career Exploration Creative Job Hunting Creating College Success Strategies for College Success

Creative Writing CRW150 Introduction to Creative Writing CRW160 Introduction to Writing Poetry CRW170 Introduction to Writing Fiction CRW180 Introduction to Writing Nonfiction CRW190 Introduction to Screenwriting CRW200 Readings for Writers CRW201 Portfolio CRW271 Topics in Writing: Fiction CRW272 Planning and Structuring the Novel CRW273 Writing the Novel

Dental Assisting CDA105 CDA110 CDA115 CDA120 CDA125 CDA240 CDA242 CDA245 CDA252 CDA285 CDA292

Introduction to Clinical Dental Assisting and Infection Control and Hazard Communication Dental Anatomy and Pathology Dental Practice Emergencies and Patient Management Dental Materials Dental Radiographic Imaging Clinical Dental Assisting I: Basic Skills Fundamentals of Basic Clinical Skills Clinical Dental Assisting II: Advanced Skills Clinical Dental Assisting Seminar Dental Specialties

Early Childhood and Human Development CFS 120 CFS123 CFS125 CFS157 CFS159 CFS163 CFS164AA CFS164AB CFS 164AC CFS176 CFS181 CFS183 CFS190 CFS192 CFS194AA CFS195 CFS196

Contemporary Issues in Early Childhood Health and Nutrition in Early Childhood Settings Safety in Early Childhood Settings Marriage and Family Life The Modern Family Family Child Care: Introduction to Business Management Family Child Care: The Environment Family Child Care: Programming, Guidance and Observation Family Child Care: Family Partnerships and Professionalism Child Development Enhancing Infant and Toddler Development Contemporary Issues in Adolescence Home-Based Visitation Child Care Center Staff Development Early Childhood Program Management: Staffing and Managing Early Childhood Personnel Supervision Ethics and the Early Childhood Educator

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Early Childhood Education continued CFS205 Human Development CFS206 Child and Family Organizations: Management and Administration CFS207 Organization and Community Leadership in Child and Family Organizations CFS208 Child and Family Organizations: Fiscal Management and Grant Writing CFS210 Family Life Education CFS220 Introduction to Parenting and Family Development CFS225 Foundations of Parent Education CFS235 Developing Child: Theory into Practice, Prenatal - Age 8 CFS240 Human Behavior in Context CFS243 Cross-Cultural Parenting CFS247 Family Ties and Aging CFS249 Transition to Adulthood CFS250 Social Policy and Families CFS251 Transitions: Work to Retirement CFS252 Contemporary Issues in Aging CFS259 Sexuality Over the Life Span CFS269 Child Care Seminar CFS 277 Adult-Adolescent Interaction CFS285AA Family-School Interaction: Preschool ECH128 Early Learning: Play and the Arts ECH236 Learning Materials for Young Children ECH270 Observing Young Children ECH271 Arranging the Environment ECH280 Food Experiences with Young Children ECH282 Discipline/Guidance of Child Groups EED200 Foundations of Early Childhood Education EED205 The Developing Child: Prenatal to Age Eight EED210 Creative and Cognitive Play EED212 Guidance, Management and the Environment EED215 Early Learning: Health, Safety, Nutrition and Fitness EED220 Child, Family, Community and Culture EED222 Introduction to the Exceptional Young Child: Birth to Age Eight EED245 Early Learning: Language Acquisition and Literacy Development EED250 Early Literacy Development EED255 Portfolio Development and Writing for the Profession EED260 Early Childhood Infant/Toddler Internship EED261 Early Childhood Preschool Internship EED262 Early Childhood Internship: Infant/Toddler EED263 Early Childhood Internship: Preschool EED270 Early Learning Development: Birth to Age Eight EED272 Early Childhood Educational Psychology EED278 Early Learning: Curriculum and Instructionâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Birth/Preschool EED280 Standards, Observation and Assessment of Typical/Atypical Behaviors of Young Children Birth to Age Eight FCS250 Portfolio Development and Professional Writing FCS260 Family and Consumer Science Internship ITD200 The Physical Child: Birth to Age Three

EDU209AC EDU209AD EDU209AF EDU215 EDU215AA EDU215AB EDU215AC EDU215AD EDU215AE EDU217 EDU219 EDU220 EDU221 EDU222 EDU223AA EDU223AB EDU223AC EDU223AD EDU223AF EDU226 EDU227 EDU229 EDU230 EDU231 EDU234 EDU250 EDU251 EDU255AA EDU255AB EDU255AC EDU255AD EDU255AE EDU255AF EDU256AA EDU256AB EDU256AC EDU256AD EDU256AE EDU256AF EDU257AA EDU257AB EDU257AC EDU257AD EDU257AE EDU257AF EDU260AA EDU260AB EDU262AA EDU262AB EDU263AA EDU263AB EDU268 EDU270 EDU270AA EDU270AB EDU271 EDU272 EDU274 EDU276 EDU277AA EDU277AB

Education CTE200 CTE210 CTE220 EDA220 EDA250 EDU204 EDU207 EDU208 EDU209AA EDU209AB

Career and Technical Education: Principles, Philosophy and Student Organizations Career and Technical Education: Teaching Methods and Curriculum Development Career and Technical Education: Classroom Management and Lab Safety Introduction to the Adult Learner Mentoring the Adult Learner Fine Arts in Educational Settings Teaching Adolescents Introduction to Structured English Immersion Teaching Students with Emotional Disabilities Teaching Students with Learning Disabilities

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Teaching Students with Mild and Moderate Mental Retardation Teaching Students with Physical and Other Health Impairments Assessment of Exceptional Learners Methods and Curriculum Development in Secondary Education Methods and Curriculum Development in Secondary Social Studies Methods and Curriculum Development in Secondary Mathematics Methods and Curriculum Development in Secondary Science Methods and Curriculum Development in Secondary English Methods and Curriculum Development in Secondary Education - Special Topics Methods for the Structured English Immersion (SEI)/ESL Student Special Education Techniques and Methods Introduction to Serving English Language Learners (ELL) Introduction to Education Introduction to the Exceptional Learner Emotional Disabilities in the Classroom Learning Disabilities in the Classroom Mild and Moderate Mental Retardation in the Classroom Physical and Other Health Impairments in the Classroom Assessment in Special Education Methods in Special Education Social Studies Techniques and Methods Science Techniques and Methods Cultural Diversity in Education Mathematic Techniques and Methods Role and Function of the Paraprofessional Teaching and Learning in the Community College Methods for Teaching Structured English Immersion (SEI)/English as a Second Language Intern Certificate Student Teaching Lab Elementary Education Intern Certificate Student Teaching Lab Elementary Education Intern Certificate Student Teaching Lab - Elementary Education I Intern Certificate Student Teaching Lab - Elementary Education II Intern Certificate Student Teaching Lab - Elementary Education III Intern Certificate Student Teaching Lab - Elementary Education IV Intern Certificate Student Teaching Lab Secondary Education Intern Certificate Student Teaching Lab Secondary Education Intern Certificate Student Teaching Lab - Secondary Education I Intern Certificate Student Teaching Lab - Secondary Education II Intern Certificate Student Teaching Lab - Secondary Education III Intern Certificate Student Teaching Lab - Secondary Education IV Intern Certificate Student Teaching Lab Special Education Intern Certificate Student Teaching Lab Special Education Intern Certificate Student Teaching Lab - Special Education I Intern Certificate Student Teaching Lab - Special Education II Intern Certificate Student Teaching Lab - Special Education III Intern Certificate Student Teaching Lab - Special Education IV Art Methods and Curriculum Development for Elementary Art Methods and Curriculum Development for Secondary Dramatic Arts Methods and Curriculum Development for Elementary Dramatic Arts Methods and Curriculum Development for Secondary Music Methods and Curriculum Development for Elementary Music Method and Curriculum Development for Secondary Secondary School Dynamic Instruction Learning and the Brain Elementary Reading and Decoding Secondary Reading and Decoding Phonics-Based Reading and Decoding Educational Psychology Understanding Adolescent Behavior in the Classroom Classroom Management Elementary Student Teaching Secondary Student Teaching

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Education continued EDU277AC Special Education Student Teaching EDU278 Educational Assessment and Evaluation EDU284 Dynamic Teaching in the Secondary School EDU285 Education Seminar EDU285AA Education Program Seminar EDU285AB Current Perspectives in Education EDU285AC Education Perspectives EDU287AA Master Teacher Seminar I EDU287AB Master Teacher Seminar II EDU287AC Master Teacher Seminar III EDU288AA Student Teaching Lab-Elementary EDU288AB Student Teaching Lab-Secondary EDU288AC Student Teach Lab-Special Education EDU289 Secondary Methods and Curriculum Development EDU289AA Secondary Social Studies Methods and Curriculum Development EDU289AB Secondary Math Methods and Curriculum Development EDU289AC Secondary Science Methods and Curriculum Development EDU289AD Secondary English Methods and Curriculum Development EDU289AE Secondary Methods and Curriculum Development in Special Topics EDU290 Science Methods and Curriculum Development EDU291 Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Literature EDU293 Mathematics Methods and Curriculum Development EDU295 Social Studies Methods and Curriculum Development EEC200 Early Learning Foundations EEC201 Early Learning Guidance and Management EEC202 Early Learning Introduction to the Exceptional Young Child EEC203 Early Learning Culture, Community, Family and the Child EEC204 Early Learning Language and Literacy Development EEC205 Early Learning: Instructional Methodologies of Language, Math, Science, Social Studies and the Arts EEC206 Standards, Observation and Assessment of Typical and Atypical Behaviors EEC222 Early Learning: The Developing Child: Prenatal to Age Eight EEC295 Early Learning: Infant/Toddler/Preschool Internship EEC297 Early Learning: Student Teaching Lab EEP218 Early Learning: Health and Nutrition EEP224 Child Development: Prenatal to Age Eight EEP240 Early Childhood Foundations EEP242 Early Childhood Guidance and Management EEP244 Early Childhood Introduction to the Exceptional Young Child EEP246 Early Learning Culture, Community, Family and the Child EEP250 Early Childhood Language and Literacy Development EEP260 Early Childhood Curriculum and Methods of Math Birth to Age Eight EEP262 Early Childhood Curriculum and Methods of Science Birth to Age Eight EEP264 Early Childhood Curriculum and Methods of Social Studies Birth to Age Eight EEP266 Early Childhood Curriculum and Methods of Language Arts Birth to Age Eight EEP268 Early Childhood Curriculum and Methods in the Arts Birth to Age Eight EEP276 Standards, Observation and Assessment Typical and Atypical Behaviors Birth to Age Eight EEP288 Student Teaching Lab- Early Childhood EEP289 Internship: Early Childhood Infant, Toddler, Preschool EPD212AA Elementary Art Methods and Curriculum Development EPD212AB Secondary Art Methods and Curriculum Development EPD214AA Elementary Dramatic Arts Methods and Curriculum Development EPD214AB Secondary Dramatic Arts Methods and Curriculum Development EPD215AA Elementary Music Methods and Curriculum Development EPD215AB Secondary Music Methods and Curriculum Development EPD216AA Elementary Physical Education Methods and Curriculum Development EPD216AB Secondary Physical Education Methods and Curriculum Development EPD220 Introduction to Serving the English Language Learner for Certified Teachers EPD224 Teaching in the Middle School

EPD233 EPD244 EPD246 EPD247 EPD248 EPD249 EPD260 EPD269AA EPD269AB EPD273 EPD279 EPD286

Structured English Immersion and English as a Second Language EI/ESL Teaching Method for Certified Teachers Reading and Writing in SEI/ESL/Bilingual Settings Teaching and Assessment of English Language Learners (ELL) Practicum for English as a Second Language (ESL)/Bilingual Teachers Adolescent Behavior Methods and Curriculum Development for Mathematics Teacher Technology in Education Overview Methods of Using Technology in the K-6 Classroom Methods of Using Technology in the 7-12 Classroom Phonics Based K-12 Reading Diagnosis and Remediation Reading Practicum K-12 Middle Grade Practicum

eLearning Design ELN100 ELN101 ELN102 ELN103 ELN104 ELN105 ELN106 ELN107 ELN108 ELN109 ELN110 ELN111 ELN112 ELN113 ELN114 ELN115 ELN116 ELN117 ELN118 ELN120 ELN121 ELN122 ELN123 ELN202 ELN204 ELN290AA ELN290AB ELN290AC

Foundations of eLearning Design for K-12 eLearning Design Level I eLearning Media Level I K-12 eLearning Technology and Media Web 2.0 in eLearning Classroom Management in K-12 eLearning Discipline and Behavior in K-12 eLearning Parent Communication and Involvement in K-12 eLearning Legal Issues in K-12 eLearning Engaging K-12 eLearners Introduction to eLearning Environments K-12 eLearning Environments Methods of Building and Facilitating eLearning: 9-12 Methods of Building and Facilitating eLearning: K-8 Building Community with Online Learners eLearning for Multiple Generation Mobile Devices as Learning Tools Interactions in eLearning Motivation and the Online Learner Organizing and Evaluating eLearning Projects Evaluating K-12 eLearning K-12 eLearning Assessment Creation Assessment of Online Learning eLearning Media Level II eLearning Design Level II eLearning Design Internship eLearning Design Internship eLearning Design Internship

English and English Humanities ENG081 Basic Writing Skills ENG091 Fundamentals of Writing ENG101 First-Year Composition ENG102 First-Year Composition ENG107 First-Year Composition for ESL ENG108 First-Year Composition for ESL ENG111 Technical and Professional Writing ENG213 Introduction to the Study of Language ENG235 Magazine Article Writing ENH222 Survey of English Literature After 1800 ENH230 Introduction to Shakespeare ENH241 American Literature Before 1860 ENH251 Mythology ENH275 Modern Fiction ENH291 Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Literature ENH292 Literature for Adolescents

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English as a Second Language (ESL)

Interior Design

ESL010 ESL011 ESL013 ESL014 ESL020 ESL021 ESL030 ESL031 ESL040 ESL041 ESL054AA

INT105 INT150

English as a Second Language I: Grammar English as a Second Language I: Listening and Speaking Basic Vocabulary for ESL I Idiomatic English for ESL I English as a Second Language II: Grammar English as a Second Language II: Listening and Speaking English as a Second Language III: Grammar English as a Second Language III: Listening and Speaking English a Second Language IV: Grammar English a Second Language IV: Listening and Speaking American Culture: History

Food and Nutrition FON100 FON100LL FON104 FON118 FON122 FON143 FON160 FON161 FON162 FON163 FON180 FON241 FON241LL

Introductory Nutrition Introductory Nutrition Laboratory Certification in Food Service Safety and Sanitation Commercial Baking Techniques Principles of Food and Beverage Service Food and Culture Modern Food Systems Sustainable Food Production Systems Organic Foods Production Sustainable Restaurant Practices Principles and Skills for Professional Cooking Principles of Human Nutrition Laboratory Human Nutrition Lab

History HIS100 HIS101 HIS102 HIS103 HIS104 HIS105 HIS145 HIS277 HIS282AC

History of Western Civilization to Middle Ages History of Western Civilization Middle Ages to 1789 History of Western Civilization 1789 to Present United States History to 1865 United States History 1865 to Present Arizona History History of Mexico The Modern Middle East Volunteerism for History: A Service Learning Experience

Humanities ARH100 ARH101 ARH102 ART112 HUM201 HUM205 HUM210 HUM225 HUM250 HUM251 MHL140 MHL143 MHL145 MHL153 THE111 THE205 THE210

Introduction to Art Prehistoric Through Gothic Art Renaissance Through Contemporary Art Two-Dimensional Design Humanities: Universal Themes Introduction to Cinema Contemporary Cinema Introduction to Popular Culture Ideas and Values in the Humanities Ideas and Values in the Humanities Survey of Music History Music in World Cultures American Jazz and Popular Music Rock Music and Culture Introduction to Theatre Introduction to Cinema Contemporary Cinema

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Introduction to Interior Design Color and Design

Languages ARB101 ARB102 ARB201 ARB202 CHI101 CHI102 CHI201 CHI202 FRE101 FRE102 FRE201 FRE202 GER101 GER102 GER201 GER202 JPN101 JPN102 JPN201 JPN202 SLC201 SLG101 SLG102 SLG201 SLG202 SPA101 SPA102 SPA115 SPA116 SPA117 SPA118 SPA119 SPA120 SPA201 SPA202 SPA205 SPA206 SPA225 SPA226 SPH245

Elementary Arabic I Elementary Arabic II Intermediate Arabic I Intermediate Arabic II Elementary Chinese (Mandarin) I Elementary Chinese (Mandarin) II Intermediate Chinese I Intermediate Chinese II Elementary French I Elementary French II Intermediate French I Intermediate French II Elementary German I Elementary German II Intermediate German I Intermediate German II Elementary Japanese I Elementary Japanese II Intermediate Japanese I Intermediate Japanese II Introduction to Linguistics American Sign Language I American Sign Language II American Sign Language III American Sign Language IV Elementary Spanish I Elementary Spanish II Beginning Spanish Conversation I Beginning Spanish Conversation II Health Care Spanish I Health Care Spanish II Spanish for Educational Settings I Spanish for Educational Settings II Intermediate Spanish I Intermediate Spanish II Spanish for Medical Interpretation I Spanish for Medical Interpretation II Intermediate Spanish Conversation I Intermediate Spanish Conversation II Hispanic Heritage in the Southwest

Library Science IFS101 IFS105 LBS101

Information Skills in the Digital Age Finding Health Information Online Library Resource Concepts and Skills

Mathematics MAT082 MAT092 MAT102 MAT122 MAT142 MAT151 MAT156 MAT157

Basic Arithmetic Introductory Algebra Mathematical Concepts and Applications Intermediate Algebra College Mathematics College Algebra/Functions Mathematics for Elementary Teachers I Mathematics for Elementary Teachers II

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Mathematics continued MAT172 Finite Mathematics MAT182 Plane Trigonometry MAT187 Precalculus MAT206 Elements of Statistics MAT212 Brief Calculus MAT221 Calculus with Analytic Geometry I MAT231 Calculus with Analytic Geometry II MAT241 Calculus with Analytic Geometry III

PSY260 PSY266 PSY290AB REL243

Paralegal PAR102 PAR104 PAR106 PAR112 PAR114 PAR206 PAR208 PAR220 PAR222 PAR224 PAR230 PAR231 PAR232 PAR233 PAR234 PAR235 PAR236

Foundations of the Paralegal Profession Ethics for the Paralegal Legal Foundations for Paralegals Paralegal Fundamentals of Litigation Paralegal Litigation Paralegal Business Law Introduction to Tort Law Paralegal Writing Paralegal Research Law Office Technology for the Paralegal Family Law for the Paralegal Elder Law for the Paralegal Bankruptcy Law for the Paralegal Real Estate Law for the Paralegal Administrative Law for the Paralegal Corporate Law for the Paralegal Estate Law for the Paralegal

Physical Science AGS182 AST101 AST102 CHM107 CHM107LL CHM130 CHM130LL CHM138 CHM138LL CHM151 CHM151LL CHM152 CHM152LL GLG101 GLG102 GLG103 GLG104 GLG110 GLG111 GLG140 PHS110 PHS120 PHY101 SSH111 SUS110

Gardening Practices and Techniques Survey of Astronomy Survey of Astronomy Laboratory Chemistry and Society Chemistry and Society Laboratory Fundamental Chemistry Fundamental Chemistry Laboratory Chemistry for Allied Health Chemistry for Allied Health Laboratory General Chemistry I General Chemistry I Laboratory General Chemistry II General Chemistry II Laboratory Introduction to Geology I-Physical Lecture Introduction to Geology II-Historical Lecture Introduction to Geology I-Physical Lab Introduction to Geology II-Historical Lab Geological Disasters and the Environment Geological Disasters and the Environment Lab Introduction to Oceanography Fundamentals of Physical Science Introduction to Physical Science: Astronomy, Meteorology, Geology and Oceanography Introduction to Physics Sustainable Cities Sustainable World

Psychology, Philosophy, and Religion Studies PHI101 PHI216 PSY101 PSY230 PSY240

Introduction to Philosophy Environmental Ethics Introduction to Psychology Introduction to Statistics Developmental Psychology

Psychology of Personality Abnormal Psychology Research Methods World Religions

Public Safety Programs LET106 Patrol Procedures LET109 Criminal Law LET110 Fundamentals of Law Enforcement LET125 Legal Aspects of Law Enforcement LET127 Field Problems LET146 Officer Survival LET156 First Aid LET202 Traffic Procedures LET203 Report Writing LET211 Criminalistics LET223 Search and Seizure LET224 Crime Scene Investigations LET282 Police Roles and Responsibilities LET284 Professionalism within Policing LET285BA Current Issues in Law Enforcement Technology LET286 Modern Policing Strategies

Reading CRE101 RDG030 RDG040 RDG091

College Critical Reading Reading English as a Second Language III Reading English as a Second Language IV College Preparatory Reading

Recreation REC150AB

Outdoor Adventure Skills

Social Sciences ASB102 ASB202 ASB222 ASB245 ECN211 ECN212 GCU121 GPH111 GPH194 GPH240 POS110 POS220 POS221 POS222 SOC101 SOC140 SOC157 SOC212

Introduction to Cultural and Social Anthropology Ethnic Relations in the United States Buried Cities and Lost Tribes: Old World Indians of the Southwest Macroeconomic Principles Microeconomic Principles World Geography I: Eastern Hemisphere Introduction to Physical Geography Special Topics in Physical Geography Natural Hazards, Disasters, and Catastrophes American National Government U.S and Arizona Constitution Arizona Constitution U.S. Constitution Introduction to Sociology Racial and Ethnic Minorities Sociology of Marriage and Family Gender and Society

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trivia? Do you know your

The following trivia questions contain references to the two prominent words in this issue’s theme: Horizons and Beginnings.

1. The 2008 film “Batman Begins” stars this actor as the caped crusader. 2. Emerson, Lake and Palmer song from their 1972 album “Trilogy.” 3. What president said this quote:

“We have always held to the hope, the belief, the conviction that there is a better life, a better world, beyond the horizon.”

4. Sci-fi thriller from 1997 starring Sam Neill and Laurence Fishburne. 5. What T.S. Eliot poem contains these lines: “I have been wondering frequently of late/ (But our beginnings never know our ends!)/Why we have not developed into friends?”

6. In 2006, NASA launched the New Horizons spacecraft on a mission to where? 7.

song

These lyrics are from what Disney movie? “A With new horizons to pursue.”

whole new world/Every turn a surprise/

8. Tracy Chapman album that spawned the hit “Give Me One Reason.” 9. “Keep a weather eye on the horizon,” is said by which Pirates of the Caribbean character?

8. New Beginning 9. Will Turner Roosevelt 4. Event Horizon 5. Portrait of a Lady 6. Pluto 7. Aladdin Answers: 1. Christian Bale 2. From the Beginning 3. Franklin D. 24

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Rio Salado College Locations Rio Salado College

Administrative Headquarters 480-517-8000 or 1-800-729-1197 2323 W. 14th Street Tempe, AZ 85281 (west of 52nd Street between University & Broadway) • All student-related services • Bookstore & Library • KJZZ/KBAQ Radio Stations 480-834-5627 • Sun Sounds of Arizona 480-774-8300

Rio Salado College Ann Ott Adult Learning Center 480-377-4300 1801 S. 12th Street Phoenix, AZ 85034 (south of Buckeye Road) • ABE/GED/ELAA classes

Rio Salado College @ Avondale

480-377-4400 420 N. Central Avenue Avondale, AZ 85323 • ABE/GED/ELAA classes • Testing Center & Computer lab

Rio Salado College @ East Valley

480-377-4150 1455 S. Stapley Drive, Suite 15 Mesa, AZ 85204 (north of Highway 60) • ABE/GED/ELAA classes • Testing Center & Computer Lab

Rio Salado College Green Learning Campus

480-377-4050 619 N. 7th Avenue Phoenix, AZ 85007 (south of I-10 on 7th Ave.) • ABE/GED/ELAA classes • Future site for new high school

* New location openings are subject to construction timelines and other factors. For the most up to date information, please visit www.riosalado.edu/locations

Rio Salado College Lifelong Learning Center

East Valley Veterans Education Center

Rio Salado College @ Luke AFB

COMMUNIVERISTY ____________________________

480-377-4250 12535 Smokey Drive Surprise, AZ 85378 (south of Bell Road) • ABE/GED/ELAA classes • RISE Learning for Life • Testing Center & Computer lab

480-377-4010 56th Mission Support Center, Room 3138 7383 N. Litchfield Road Glendale, AZ 85309 (two blocks north of Glendale Avenue on Luke Air Force Base) • Restricted access • Testing Center

Rio Salado College @ Northern 480-377-4200 1715 W. Northern Avenue Phoenix, AZ 85021 • ABE/GED/ELAA classes • Testing Center & Computer lab

Rio Salado College School of Dental Hygiene

www.evvec.org 480-384-9850 2055 S. Cottonwood Drive Tempe, AZ 85282 • One stop resource for veterans and their families

Communiversity @ Surprise

www.azcommuniversity.com 480-384-9000 or 866-330-6892 15950 W. Civic Center Plaza Surprise, AZ 85374 • Certificates through master’s degrees

INCARCERATED PROGRAMS ____________________________ Rio Salado College Incarcerated Re-Entry Perryville & Lewis Prisons

COMING SOON* ____________________________

Communiversity @ Queen Creek Ellsworth Loop & Ocotillo Road Queen Creek, AZ

480-377-4100 1150 E. Washington Street Phoenix, AZ 85034

Rio Salado College @ Southern

Rio Salado College Scottsdale Adult Learning Center

Rio Salado College @ Thomas

480-941-5166 1170 N. 86th Way Scottsdale, AZ 85257 • ABE/GED/ELAA classes

3302 S. Price Road Tempe, AZ 85282

Thomas Road & 37th Avenue Phoenix, AZ • Testing center, computer lab, & ABE/ GED/ELAA classes

Spot 127: The Youth Media Project Thomas Road & 37th Avenue Phoenix, AZ

ABE - Adult Basic Education GED - General Education Development (high school diploma equivalency) ELAA - English Language Acquisition for Adults

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What’s new at Rio? Rio Salado @ Northern

Certificates of Completion

Rio Salado College’s Paradise Valley Mall location has moved to a new facility at 1715 W. Northern Avenue in Phoenix to better serve students. The new facility features a testing center, computer lab, ABE classes and

• Family Child Care Management • Infant and Toddler Development • Small Business Start-Up

WestMEC’s clinical dental assisting program.

Academic Certificates

NY Times Partnership

• Child and Family Professional Development • Language Studies

The New York Times Knowledge Network has joined Rio Salado College’s post-baccalaureate Teacher Preparation Program. The online program is designed for those who have a bachelor’s degree and are seeking teacher certification in elementary, secondary or special education. This new collaboration provides access to The Times content repository and the opportunity to network with other students across the nation.

Associate in Applied Science • Dental Oﬃce Management

Book Advances Book Advances replace Book Vouchers, and allow students to use a portion of their anticipated financial aid to purchase textbooks and supplies from any business. The Book Advance is a one-time only advance of funds to eligible students. For more visit riosalado.edu/fa.

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