@PimaNews
Feb. 12, 2026
- College Updates
- Help Us Amplify Student Voices
- Media Production Extends Turnaround Times
- Take a Summer Course, Study in Germany
- List of Policies and Procedures Open for Comment Updated
- Market On the Move Distribution Feb. 12
- Deadline Feb. 12 for New Community of Practice for Supervisors
- First in EGTSS Brown Bag Series Feb. 19
- Compliance and Ethics Webpage, Award Launched
- Revised Academic Integrity Code, Guide Available Now
- ACES Sponsoring Two Red Cross Blood Drives in March
- Commencement Regalia on Sale for Faculty
- 30th Annual Golf Tourney Is May 30
- Share Your Suggestions with ODR
- Get Help with Your Community Engagement
- Pima People
- Pima Arts News
- Pima Athletics News
- Employee Wellness
- Sign Up for Virtual Workshops and Challenges
College Updates
Help Us Amplify Student Voices
Pima’s marketing is putting real students front and center to showcase their unique Pima journeys and let their voices shine. Know a student or alum who’d be a great fit? Encourage them to fill out this short form! They can share as much about themselves as they’d like and let us know which marketing projects interest them. With your help, we can feature more students and highlight the wide range of academic paths, interests and goals that make our Pima community so diverse. If you have questions, contact marketing@pima.edu.
Media Production Extends Turnaround Times
The College’s Media Production team is currently managing a high volume of requests during a period of staffing transition. As a result, turnaround times for new projects may be longer than usual, typically three weeks or more.
The team will make every effort to accommodate time-sensitive needs; however, expedited or rush requests cannot be guaranteed at this time. To help ensure the best possible support, we encourage you to submit detailed project requests as early as possible when planning upcoming work with specific deadlines.
If you have questions or would like guidance on timing or project planning, please email marketing@pima.edu.
Take a Summer Course, Study in Germany
Ready for an unforgettable summer adventure? Enroll in a Pima Political Science course featuring study abroad in Germany, including Berlin, its capital and urban center. Students will visit government and cultural institutions, historic sites, such as the Berlin Wall and Sachsenhausen concentration camp, and the Hanseatic League city of Bremen. Also, take a high-speed ferry to Helgoland, get briefings from policymakers and scholars, and experience the country’s diverse cuisines. Sign up by Feb. 15.
List of Policies and Procedures Open for Comment Updated
These items are available for 21-day review and comment, most ending Feb. 13:
Market On the Move Distribution Feb. 12
Pima employees can get fresh produce at affordable prices at Market on the Move Feb. 12. Use the drive-thru west of the Downtown Campus Advanced Manufacturing Building at, and pay $10 for a box of fresh produce.
- What: Market on the Move (MOM)
- When: 9-11 a.m., Feb. 12
- Where: Downtown Campus, 1255 N. Stone Ave.
- Details: For Pima employees and students, with limited public availability; or volunteer for a Pima MOM here.
If you prefer a smaller, more student-focused box, you can pay $5 at the walk-up station near the ST Building.
Deadline Feb. 12 for New Community of Practice for Supervisors
The deadline to tell Human Resources that you are interested in being part of the new Community of Practice for Supervisors has been extended to Feb. 12.
This will be a cohort of approximately 15 supervisors who share their past and current leadership challenges and explore possible solutions. If you are interested, email employeerelations@pima.edu and share your preferred day to meet and whether morning or afternoon is best.
The CoP will meet virtually each month to encourage reflection on areas of opportunity, strengthening of leadership skills and exploration of new approaches to resolving challenges. You must have your camera and microphone on and active engagement is expected.
First in EGTSS Brown Bag Series Feb. 19
Pima’s Ethnic, Gender, Transborder Studies and Sociology Department kicks off its inaugural EGTSS Brown Bag Series Feb. 19, when Elizabeth Gaxiola, Ph.D., faculty in Mexican American as well as Native American studies, speaks about her 2024 and 2025 study trips to Bolivia, where she visited indigenous regions and groups:
- What: EGTSS Brown Bag Series
- When: 12-1 p.m., Feb. 19
- Where: Desert Vista Campus, Room A109
- Details: Limited space; RSVP to Gaxiola by email, egaxiolajaramillo@pima.edu
Compliance and Ethics Webpage, Award Launched
The College’s new Compliance and Ethics webpage makes it easier than ever to learn more about PCC’s commitment to integrity. The page is designed to help our community stay easily informed on College policies and ethical standards.
In addition, we encourage employees to nominate their colleagues for the new Compliance Superstar Award. Know a colleague who leads by example? Help us celebrate the people who truly champion our culture of excellence by submitting a nomination.
Revised Academic Integrity Code, Guide Available Now
The revised Academic Integrity Code is posted. A Faculty Guide to the Pima Academic Integrity Code also is available. Check the Teaching and Learning Center Calendar to find information sessions about the Code. If you have any questions, email academic-integrity@pima.edu.
ACES Sponsoring Two Red Cross Blood Drives in March
The Association of Classified Exempt Staff is sponsoring two American Red Cross blood drives on Pima campuses. Here are details for these ACES events:
- March 5: 9 a.m.- 2 p.m., HG10 - Saguaro Room, West Campus; make your appointment
- March 10: 9 a.m.- 2 p.m., Amethyst Room, Downtown Campus; make your appointment
Nationwide, someone needs a unit of blood every 2 to 3 seconds, and most people need a blood donation in their lifetime, according to Red Cross.
Commencement Regalia on Sale for Faculty
Pima faculty can place 2026 Commencement cap and gown orders at any Pima Bookstore or online. Prices range from $100 to $162.
If you have questions about availability or ordering, email sm8471@bncollege.com.
Commencement Day 2026 is May 20, with ceremonies at 10:30 a.m., and 4 p.m., at the Tucson Convention Center Arena. Ceremonies will be organized by academic programs. Details will be announced soon.
30th Annual Golf Tourney Is May 30
Mark your calendars for May 30, when the College hosts its 30th Annual Golf Tournament at Skyline Country Club. Enjoy a day on the greens while supporting programs that enrich the student experience. Register today to secure your spot. For details, call 520-206-4809 or email golf@pimafoundation.org.
Share Your Suggestions with ODR
The Office of Dispute Resources welcomes your ideas and feedback. If you have suggestions that are not formal complaints, email pcc-suggestions@pima.edu. ODR staff will review and share it with the appropriate department. Learn more on the ODR page in MyPima or call 520-206-4686.
Get Help with Your Community Engagement
The Community Engagement dashboard is accessible on MyPima. There you can:
- Learn more about Pima’s collegewide community engagement and the resources available to you.
- Report your community engagement for posting to the collegewide calendar.
- Sign up for volunteer opportunities to share your subject-matter expertise.
- Share your volunteer opportunities and outreach photos.
If you have questions, contact Joi Stirrup, jstirrup@pima.edu.
Pima People
The Coalition on Adult Basic Education has named Wendy Scheder Black, Adult Basic Education for College and Career’s Director of Teaching and Learning, as one of its 2026 State Advocates for Adult Education Fellows. “As a SAAEF fellow, she will have the opportunity to strengthen those skills and to raise awareness about Adult Ed at the local, state and national levels,” says Laurie Kierstead-Joseph, ABECC Assistant Vice Chancellor. The news release details the fellowship.
Pima Arts News
Here are ongoing and upcoming Pima Arts events:
- Through March 6: “Artes Gráficas de Oaxaca” exhibition, featuring works by influential artists from Oaxaca, Mexico, celebrating the region’s long-standing and active printmaking tradition, Louis Carlos Bernal Gallery, dandres@pima.edu
- Through May 27: “Adam Gilliland – Osculation” exhibition, Desert Vista Campus Art Gallery, dandres@pima.edu
- Through Aug. 30: “Many Truths” student art exhibition, The Art Gallery@Downtown Campus, mcarreras@pima.edu
- Through Oct. 31: “Michael Cajero – Dying Is an Integral Part of Life: Father” Exhibition, West Campus Health Science Art Gallery, dandres@pima.edu
Unless noted, Pima Arts programs and exhibitions are free to the public.
Stay up to date on Pima Arts events and get more details on individual events by checking the Pima Arts Calendar of Events. If you have questions, contact 520-206-6986 or centerforthearts@pima.edu.
Pima Athletics News
Pima Women's and Men's basketball are at home on Saturday:
- Feb. 14: Women’s Basketball vs. Chandler-Gilbert Community College, 2 p.m., West Campus Aztec Gymnasium
- Feb. 14: Men’s Basketball vs. Chandler-Gilbert Community College, 4 p.m., West Campus Aztec Gymnasium
To see the latest scores, news and more for all Pima sports, visit pimaaztecs.com.
Employee Wellness
Sign Up for Virtual Workshops and Challenges
Sign up online for Employee Wellness virtual workshops and challenges.
Visit the Employee Wellness Intranet page to access free resources and tools. Employees also are encouraged to visit the Employee Wellness website for additional resources, news and information on the Pima Healthy Rewards Program and wellness-related activities that qualify for Pima Wellness Activity points.
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