
Kate Smith
@riosalado_pres
Official account of the Office of the President, Rio Salado College @RioSaladoOnline, one of the ten Maricopa Community Colleges @mcccd.
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https://www.riosalado.edu/ 17-05-2021 16:59:32
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Thank you The EdUp Experience for sharing the positive and innovative work happening at colleges! I loved the opportunity to discuss student goals attainment, programs for incarcerated students and how we can make a difference in students’ lives, families and communities. #HigherEd

I am honored to join leaders from Arizona and Sonora at the 65th Arizona-Mexico Commission Plenary! As co-chair of the education committee, it’s rewarding to collaborate with Froylán Gámez Gamboa on initiatives that expand student exchanges and teacher training across borders. riosalado.edu/news/2024/pres…


Honored to join 200+ education leaders at the The White House for #RaisetheBar Summit! President Donald J. Trump & First Lady Melania Trump shared how community colleges & career training strengthen communities. Proud of Rio Salado College & Maricopa Community Colleges’s work building pathways to good jobs! #CollegeForAll


Thank you to the National Council for Workforce Excellence for recognizing our DEIB efforts. Grateful to our DEIB Council for advancing our strategic vision of inclusion for all students and employees! riosalado.edu/news/2024/rio-… comm_college Maricopa Community Colleges #DEIB #HigherEd

Thank you Governor Katie Hobbs and Arizona-Mexico Commission leadership for a fabulous membership reception! Education bridges divides & builds shared success. Through the AMC, we’re driving innovation in workforce development & global learning. riosalado.edu/news/2024/pres… #WorkforceDevelopment


I am delighted to share this video highlighting the amazing things our Rio Salado College community accomplished in 2024. Thank you for making Rio Salado a happy and joyful place to learn and grow. We look forward to doing more great things with you in 2025! Way to go #RioWaves!

On Jan 7, City of Tempe, AZ & Rio Salado College launched the Tempe Promise Program! A game-changer for adult learners to access higher ed & achieve their dreams. Thanks to City of Tempe, AZ, Corey Woods & the Rio team for making it possible. Learn more: riosalado.edu/tempepromise #TempePromise


Congratulations Sarah and Angelo! Both of you show amazing commitment and tenacity in reaching your goals. I am looking forward to celebrating your accomplishment. Maricopa Community Colleges AZ DEPT OF CORRECTIONS, REHABILITATION & REENTRY Education Forward Arizona Arizona Department of Education


Thank you Liesl Folks University of Arizona vice president for Semiconductor Strategy and @presidentsforum Wesley Smith for a fantastic conversation regarding the growing opportunities in the semiconductor industry and workforce needs in our community. Maricopa Community Colleges #WorkforceDevelopment


Arizona just joined #Reentry2030, expanding opportunity for those reentering our communities after incarceration. At Rio Salado College, we stand ready to support with education & hope. Proud to partner with Governor Katie Hobbs to transform lives. #SecondChances #AZLeads


