College Announcements & Events

Announcements

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EXCITING NEWS!

Exciting news! 🚀

PCC Libraries will start checking out laptops & tech gear to students beginning

August 17, 2026!

Don't miss out on getting the tools you need for a successful Fall 2026.

Call any campus library today to check your eligibility: https://bit.ly/3TEiomN 💻✨

INTRODUCING OUR NEW PIMAONLINE CAMPUS HUB!

This is your spot for accessing all your essential online resources and support - PimaOnline Campus Hub. Our team is here to guide you every step of the way, and we’ve designed this space to enhance your online experience at Pima. Take a moment to explore the tools and resources available.

JOIN OUR ONLINE COMMUNITY:

C2L (CONNECT2LEARN)!

Welcome to C2L (Connect2Learn) is your PimaOnline community space designed to help you connect with other students and access resources.

Please note that this space is for peer interaction and is not moderated by your instructor. For class discussions that count toward your grade, you must post in the designated discussion boards in D2L to receive points. Enjoy connecting and sharing ideas here, but make sure to participate in D2L for graded activities!

To enroll and start connecting, simply click the link to enroll: https://inscribe.education/main/pima/6754110229506506/home

In-Person Events

QUANTUM QUE RETRIT

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NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION

Peer-Led Review 2026

How to Stay on a Path When You Don’t Even Know Where it is:

Navigating the University of Arizona as a STEM Student.

HOPE TO MEET YOU SOON!

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NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2026

10:00 A.M. - 4:30 P.M.

UA - ECE BUILDING 556Q

In-Person Space is Limited-RSVP today, here

QUESTIONS: anieto8@pima.edu

NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION

flyer: https://infograph.venngage.com/view/243bbd3b-3f86-4af3-a7c9-f24477ae098a

TENTATIVE AGENDA

9:45 - 9:55 - CHECK-IN

10:00 AM - WELCOME & Icebreaker

10:30 AM - 12:20 PM

+INDUSTRY LEADER/PROFESSORS Panel

- Dr. Nick Valverde: Applied Quantum Computing, Machine Learning,

Risk Analytics & Optimization (PCC)

- Dr. Hite: Specializes in Quantum Computing, Lattice Gauge Theory,

and High Energy Physics (UA)

- Dr. Mike Pajkos: Computational Physicist, Quantum Device

Theorist, High-Performance Computing (IMEC)

- IBM (pending)

LUNCH

12:30 - 1:00 PM

+ Security/IoT/AI

- Dr. Soheil Salehi (UA)

1:15 - 2:00 PM

+ Life as a Grad Student

- Rohan Bali

2:00 - 2:50 PM

+ Transferring, Grad School, & Building a Strong Community

- Ms. Cassandra Bennett, Graduate Research Assistant at USDA/MS

Graduate Student Department of Entomology, UA

- UA ASEMS TEAM

3:00 - 4:30 PM

+ PCC QUANTUM QUE PARTICIPANTS - Summer Research Program

- Xennia Hernandez

- Casper Hon

- William Huber

- Rachel King

- Jesus Mercado

SCHOLARSHIP FAIR

Join us for Pima Community College's 4th Annual Scholarship Fair!

This event is your chance to meet our scholarship donors and community partners who support your education. You can learn about helpful campus resources and enter for a chance to win exciting prizes!

NOV. 10, 2026

10 A.M.–1 P.M.

WEST CAMPUS

2205 W. Anklam Road

B Building (GYM)

Virtual Events

MONEY MATTERS: CREDIT SCORES

Money Matters is a series of free financial literacy webinars for everyone. Money Matters is a collaboration between OneAZ Credit Union and Pima Community College’s First Year Experience initiative, and the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships. Learn about a variety of financial topics. Access additional resources and information available to PCC students, faculty, and staff at OneAZ Credit Union.

To register, visit: https://events.pima.edu/events/money-matters-credit-scores-2?date=2026-10-22

D2L NAVIGATION SESSIONS

Join us at one of our upcoming live sessions to learn about D2L basics. D2L Brightspace is PCC’s learning management system and is used in all classes. We are happy to help you navigate the system! Sessions will be scheduled for 30 minutes but may extend longer if there are any questions.

Please RSVP on PimaEngage page.