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March 26, 2026

  • College Updates
    • Pima Women’s Basketball Wins National Title
    • Give Feedback on Proposed Tuition Waiver Revisions
    • Help Us Amplify Student Voices
    • Media Production Extends Turnaround Times
    • Procurement Services Moves to eCatalog-Purchase
    • Support Students at NC3 Signing Day/Focus on Your Future
    • 3D Mammograms April 9; Schedule Biometric Screenings
    • TLC Hosts 2nd Annual Teaching and Learning Symposium
    • TSRA Car Show at Downtown Campus April 11
    • 2026-2027 Benefits Open Enrollment Set for April 13-27
    • Digital Accessibility Federal Standards Effective April 24
    • Enterprise Risk Management Page Now on MyPima
    • Commencement Regalia on Sale for Faculty
    • Find Career Opportunities on Pima’s Jobs Webpages
    • Pima Foundation Golf Tourney, May 30
    • Share Your Suggestions with ODR
    • Get Help with Your Community Engagement
  • Pima Arts News
  • Pima Athletics News
  • Employee Wellness
    • Sign Up for Virtual Workshops and Challenges

College Updates

Pima Women’s Basketball Wins National Title
Pima’s women’s basketball team won its first NJCAA Division II National Championship March 21, beating No. 6 Kirkwood Community College (IA) 64-58 in Hickory, North Carolina.

Read all about the championship game here on pimaaztecs.com.

Also on Saturday, the men’s basketball team finished fifth in the national tournament in Danville, Illinois, beating No. 1 Des Moines Area Community College.

Give Feedback on Proposed Tuition Waiver Revisions
Based on employee input, the All Employee Representative Council (AERC) proposes these revisions to the College’s Employee Handbook:

The revised policy will be posted for review and feedback through April 17 on the Employee Page in MyPima. Employees are encouraged to provide feedback using the Feedback Form, linked in the “Draft to Review” section.

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.

Procurement Services Moves to eCatalog-Purchase
Procurement Services is transitioning to eCatalog-Purchase, a more modern and efficient web-based ordering platform designed specifically for Pima staff and faculty.

Use of the current ESM Ellucian PCC e-Procure Dashboard ends March 31.

The new catalogs will be accessible on the soon-to-be-released Procurement MyPima page. A link will be provided when this page is live.

Support Students at NC3 Signing Day/Focus on Your Future
Faculty and staff are encouraged to attend and show their support for students at the annual NC3 Letter of Intent Signing Day/Focus on Your Future. The event celebrates students as they commit to their programs.

  • What: NC3 Letter of Intent Signing Day/Focus on Your Future
  • When: April 9
    • 8 a.m.: Student check-in and Focus on Your Future
    • 9:30 a.m.: Letter of Intent student signing
  • Where: Aviation Technology Center, 7211 S. Park Ave.

3D Mammograms April 9; Schedule Biometric Screenings
Employees in the Pima Healthy Rewards Program have these opportunities for Onsite 3D Mammograms and Biometric Screenings to earn Pima Healthy Rewards points:

  • Onsite 3D Mammograms: 9 a.m.-5 p.m., April 9, Downtown Campus; details, including links to schedule appointments, in the flyer (English and Spanish versions).
  • Biometric Screenings: Now through May 15, you may request a biometric screening at-home test kit or a voucher to visit a local lab. The flyer has details. You can register here.

If you have questions, contact the Employee Service Center Benefits Team, esc-benefits@pima.edu or 520-206-4945.

TLC Hosts 2nd Annual Teaching and Learning Symposium
Pima’s Teaching and Learning Center hosts its 2nd Annual Teaching and Learning Symposium April 10. The day is dedicated to collaboration, learning and teaching innovation. This event is an opportunity for instructors to learn from one another and build our teaching and learning community. Lunch will be provided for in-person attendees. Learn more here.

  • What: TLC 2nd Annual Teaching and Learning Symposium
  • When: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., April 10
  • Where: Downtown Campus, Advanced Manufacturing Building / Virtually on Zoom
  • Details: Tentative schedule, compensation information and registration form are here; pcc-tlc@pima.edu

TSRA Car Show at Downtown Campus April 11
For one Saturday each spring, Downtown Campus transforms into a showcase of chrome, craftsmanship and classic cool. This year, the Tucson Street Rod Association (TSRA) 51st Anniversary Rodders Days Car Show is 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m., April 11.

The show features pre-1996 vehicles, including street rods, trucks, muscle cars, rat rods and customs, race cars, special interest and electric vehicles. Attendees can also enjoy a variety of attractions such as antique engines, tractors and mining equipment and vintage campers, as well as food vendors.

Pima Dean of Applied Technology Greg Wilson and his team will offer tours of the Advanced Manufacturing, Automotive Technology and Construction learning centers. Guests can learn more about the College’s hands-on career programs and see state-of-the-art classrooms.

Admission and parking are free, and spectators of all ages are welcome. Vehicle participants, please register in advance online. Please note: No day-of-show registration.

2026-2027 Benefits Open Enrollment Set for April 13-27
This year, Pima’s annual benefits open enrollment will be conducted virtually, with one-on-one virtual appointments available a few days each week. Changes will be effective July 1. Details to come.

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. To learn more, email PCC-ERM@pima.edu.

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.

Find Career Opportunities on Pima’s Jobs Webpages
If you are looking to expand your career with the College, check out our recently posted positions on the Internal Careers Jobs Page.

FYI: Regarding Promotional (Non-Lateral) Internal Competitive Selection – An employee is placed on the appropriate step resulting in a 7.5% increase in their base pay, adjusted to the next higher step, or Step 1 of the appropriate salary range, whichever is greater, subject to the maximum of the pay range.

If you know someone who may be interested in working at Pima, you can share the External Jobs Page.

Pima Foundation Golf Tourney, May 30
Register today for Pima Foundation’s 30th Annual Golf Tournament at Skyline Country Club. 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 Arts News
Here are ongoing and upcoming Pima Arts events:

  • 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
  • April 6-May 8: Annual Juried Student Art Exhibition, featuring top juried-selected student works; April 15: reception, 3-5 p.m., awards ceremony, 4 p.m.; Louis Carlos Bernal Gallery, West Campus CFA
  • April 11, 7 p.m.: Guitar Orchestra Festival, featuring guitarists from Pima, Tucson Guitar Society; open mic 6:15 p.m.; West Campus CFA
  • April 20-Sept. 4: “Marietta Bernstorff: PatchWork Women from Oaxaca, Mexico” exhibition, uniting women artists, curators, educators and community leaders from Mexico and the U.S. to address violence against women, children and Mother Earth; April 23: reception 3-5 p.m.; West Campus Visual Arts Gallery
  • April 23-May 3: Pima Theater’s “Fairview,” a Pulitzer Prize-winning play that challenges perspectives on race and privilege; Proscenium Theatre, West Campus CFA; Thu.-Sat., 7 p.m.; Sun., 2 p.m. Tickets: $15, $10 Students/Seniors/Military/Groups, PCC students receive one free ticket
  • April 27: Percussion Ensemble, directed by Trevor Barroero, D.M.A., featuring performances on more than two dozen instruments; 7 p.m.; West Campus CFA. Tickets: $15, $10 Students/Seniors/Military/Groups, PCC students receive one free ticket
  • 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
Cheer on the softball team in its home doubleheader Saturday:

  • March 28: Pima Softball vs. Monroe University (doubleheader), 12 p.m., West Campus Aztec Softball Field

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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