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March 5, 2026

  • College Updates
    • Help Us Amplify Student Voices
    • Media Production Extends Turnaround Times
    • First of Two ACES-sponsored Red Cross Blood Drives Is Today
    • New Women in Higher Ed Chapter Mixer March 9
    • Market on the Move Distribution March 12
    • Pima Employees and Family Passport Day March 20
    • New Digital Accessibility Federal Standards Effective April 24
    • New Enterprise Risk Management Page on MyPima
    • Compliance and Ethics Webpage, Award Launched
    • Library Newsletter: VRcade Sneak Peak, More
    • 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.

First of Two ACES-sponsored Red Cross Blood Drives Is Today
Make your appointment or head to West Campus today to the American Red Cross blood drive sponsored by Pima’s Association of Classified Exempt Staff (ACES). The drive is 9 a.m.-2 p.m., in HG10 (Saguaro Room).

Can’t make this one? ACES also is sponsoring one 9 a.m.-2 p.m., March 10 in the Amethyst Room at Downtown Campus. Make your appointment here.

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.

New Women in Higher Ed Chapter Mixer March 9
Learn about the new Arizona Women in Higher Education chapter at Pima Community College by attending its kick-off mixer. RSVP for this International Women’s Day event.

  • What: AWHE Kick-Off Mixer
  • When: 4:30-5:30 p.m., March 9 (RSVP here!)
  • Where: Azurite Room, M390, Downtown Campus
  • Details: Free; snacks and light activities; RSVP

AWHE supports higher education professionals through leadership development, networking, mentorship and advocacy.  ALL Pima employees are eligible for free chapter membership (check the box for Chapter Membership; discount code, pimachapter2026).

Market on the Move Distribution March 12
Pima employees can get fresh produce at affordable prices at Market on the Move March 12. Use the drive-thru west of the Downtown Campus Advanced Manufacturing Building, and pay $10 for a box of fresh produce.

  • What: Market on the Move (MOM)
  • When: 9-11 a.m., March 12
  • Where: Downtown Campus, 1255 N. Stone Ave., west parking lot and sidewalk by ST East
  • 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.

Pima Employees and Family Passport Day March 20
Passport Day for Pima employees and their family members is March 20 at Passport Services at East Campus.

New Digital Accessibility Federal Standards Effective April 24
New federal regulations require all of Pima’s digital content to meet WCAG 2.1, Level AA standards by April 24. This affects all College websites, apps and online learning platforms. For information on the new law and updated AP 2.01.02, watch this 11-minute video overview or review this document. Please contact your leadership if you have questions about how this applies within your department.

New Enterprise Risk Management Page on MyPima
The College’s Enterprise Risk Management page, which provides risk assessment and management information and resources to inform decision-making and planning, is live on MyPima.

ERM is a proactive way to help you identify, understand and manage risks and associated impacts that could affect Pima achieving its mission and objectives. For more information about Pima’s ERM program, email PCC-ERM@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.

Library Newsletter: VRcade Sneak Peak, More
Check out the latest issue of the Library newsletter, which includes a sneak peek at the Downtown Campus Library’s VRcade, resources on Black History Month, upcoming events and more.

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 College’s Compliance and Ethics office has named Angela Hughes, Accessible Technology Analyst for Access and Disability Resources, as its Compliance Superstar for February. She helps keep the College ADA compliant by vetting technology, developing resources for employees, and going above and beyond to ensure equitable access for students. Read her story on the new MyPima Compliance Superstars page. Any employee can nominate a colleague for the Compliance Superstar award.

Pima Arts News

Here are ongoing and upcoming Pima Arts events:

  • Ends tomorrow (March 6): “Artes Gráficas de Oaxaca” exhibition, Louis Carlos Bernal Gallery, West Campus Center for the Arts, dandres@pima.edu
  • Ends March 8: “Urinetown” theater production; 7 p.m., Thu.-Sat., 2 p.m., Sun.; a satirical musical set in a future dystopia where public toilets are privatized; Tickets: $15, $10 Students/Seniors/Military/Groups, PCC students get one free ticket; ASL Night: 7 p.m., March 6; Proscenium Theatre, West Campus CFA
  • March 28: Piano Day, with faculty, students and alums performing a range of piano works; 3 p.m.; Recital Hall, West Campus CFA, rryder@pima.edu
  • March 29: Fall and Spring Music Showcase, with performances by Chorale, Jazz Band, Orchestra, Mariachi, Guitar, Percussion and Musical Theater Workshop (new this year); 1-5 p.m.; West Campus CFA, centerforthearts@pima.edu
  • Through April 3: “Umbral/Threshold” exhibition; 2-4 p.m.,; five artists explore transformation and transition through varied media, Visual Arts Gallery, Second Floor, Santa Rita Building, West Campus; 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

The Women’s and Men’s Basketball teams each are hosting their respective NJCAA Region 1, Division II semifinals and finals through the weekend:

  • Today: Men’s Basketball Region I, Division II Semifinal: Pima (No. 1 seed) vs. Glendale Community College (No. 4 seed), 7 p.m., West Campus Aztec Gymnasium
  • March 6: Women’s Basketball Region I, Division II Final: Teams TBA, 7 p.m., West Campus Aztec Gymnasium
  • March 7: Men’s Basketball Region I, Division II Final: Teams TBA, 7 p.m., West Campus Aztec Gymnasium

To see the latest winter sports playoff results, plus spring sports scores, news and more, 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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