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March 6, 2025

• College Updates
  • Help Us Amplify Student Voices
  • OSHA Form 300A Posting: 2024 Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses Summary
  • Tucson Festival of Books
  • Endpoint Management Upgrade
  • Leadership Dialogues: ALTS and Dual Enrollment Year-End Discussion
  • East Campus Library Book Sale
  • National Adult Education Honor Society Induction Ceremony
  • Fast-Track Disability Claims Clinic for Veterans
  • Annual Benefits Open Enrollment April 14-28
  • Get Help with Your Community Engagement
  • PCC Affinity Group Upcoming Event
  • Northwest Campus Massage Clinic Offering Services
  • Nominations for Faculty Professional Enrichment Recognition Awards Due by March 7
  • Call for Proposals: AZ-NOSS 9th Annual Conference
  • Jorgensen Brooks Mental Health Presentation
  • Pima Students Honored with Scholarships
  • Federal Work Study Supervisor Training Sessions
  • Web Intelligence Interactive Reports Training
  • Sign Up to Table at Student Employment Week Events
• 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 evolving — we’re 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.

OSHA Form 300A Posting: 2024 Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses Summary
In compliance with federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration regulations, the OSHA Form 300A Summary of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses for incidents that occurred at the College in 2024 is posted at all campus locations and on the Mandatory Postings page in MyPima.

Tucson Festival of Books
Join us at the Tucson Festival of Books 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., March 15-16 at the University of Arizona Mall. Volunteer as a subject matter expert to share information about your program with the community or participate as a PCC community writer to showcase your published work. Sign up or explore additional Collegewide volunteer opportunities here. If you have questions, contact Joi Stirrup.

Endpoint Management Upgrade
Beginning March 17, IT is doing a phased migration to update the endpoint management solution for college staff using Windows, Mac and iPad devices. This upgrade will improve the management and security of our college systems. The week before the migration, each location will receive an email with additional details. IT staff will be onsite during the upgrade to provide assistance.

A frequently asked questions (FAQ) document is available to guide you through the process. It includes instructions on what to expect and how to log in after your device has been migrated. Separate FAQs are available for Windows, macOS and iOS devices.

Leadership Dialogues: ALTS and Dual Enrollment Year-End Discussion
As a follow-up to the Fall 2024 training, the upcoming Leadership Dialogues with Department Heads session will focus on year-end ALTS course procedures, specifically the dual enrollment wrap-up, compliance and student success. This virtual session will be 11 a.m. on March 7.

The session will include a Q&A segment to revisit key topics from past training, share dual enrollment experiences and explore strategies that apply to all teaching sites, including non-dual enrollment courses. The discussion will be facilitated by Emily Halvorson, AnnMarie Condes and Jordan Clarke. To join, visit Google Meet.

East Campus Library Book Sale
The East Campus Library is hosting a used book sale 9 a.m.-4 p.m. March 10-13 in the East Campus LSC Building. The sale offers hundreds of fiction and non-fiction books, all priced at $1 each.

National Adult Education Honor Society Induction Ceremony
Pima’s Adult Basic Education for College and Career is hosting its 24th Annual National Adult Education Honor Society (NAEHS) Induction Ceremony 2-3:30 p.m. on March 11 at El Pueblo Liberty Adult Learning Center. Sixteen adult learners will be honored for their academic achievements and commitment to excellence. A representative from U.S. Rep. Raúl Grijalva’s office will be present to recognize the inductees’ accomplishments. These students have all demonstrated a strong work ethic, self-reliance, leadership and perseverance.

Fast-Track Disability Claims Clinic for Veterans
The College, in collaboration with the Department of Veterans Health Administration, Phoenix Veteran Benefits Administration Regional Office, Arizona Air National Guard, American Legion and U.S. Customs and Border Protection, invites veterans to attend a Fast-Track Disability Claims Clinic from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., March 6-8, at Pima's Aviation Technology Center. This event provides veterans with the opportunity to receive expedited assistance with disability claims. No appointments are necessary.

Annual Benefits Open Enrollment April 14-28
Open enrollment for the 2025-2026 benefits plan year is April 14-28. Starting April 14, benefits-eligible employees who want to update their current benefits elections may do so through the Online Enrollment Portal in MyPima by selecting @Work, Benefits Enrollment. Early submissions will not be accepted. Any changes made during this period will take effect July 1.

This year’s open enrollment will be conducted virtually, with one-on-one virtual appointments available throughout the two-week enrollment period.

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

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.

PCC Affinity Group Upcoming Event
In recognition of United Nations International Women’s Day, a PCC affinity group is hosting an in-person networking event 8:30-10 a.m., March 7 in Room LB153 at the Downtown Campus Library. Connect with colleagues and allies over coffee and light refreshments as we celebrate this year’s theme, “March Forward: From Promises to Progress.” All are welcome.

Northwest Campus Massage Clinic Offering Services
The Northwest Campus Massage Clinic offers quality Swedish massage services to students, staff and members of the public. Pima employees and students with a Pima A# can enjoy a 50-minute massage for $20 ($30, public). The clinic is in Room A211 and appointments are available at 10:30 and 11:35 a.m. Fridays through March 14. 

Masking is required for both student-therapists and clients. Therapeutic massage is not recommended for anyone with serious or uncontrolled medical conditions, contagious illnesses or fever, or for women who are pregnant. To schedule an appointment, call 520-206-2062. Prepayment is required.

Nominations for Faculty Professional Enrichment Recognition Awards Due by March 7
The Faculty Professional Development and Sabbatical Standing Committee is accepting nominations for the Professional Enrichment Recognition Awards, which recognize innovative and outstanding faculty activities that positively impact students, the College and/or community. Recipients receive $500 and a certificate. Two awards are available annually, subject to funding. All faculty members, including full-time, adjunct and staff instructors, are eligible for nomination. Nominations may be submitted by students, staff, colleagues, administrators or community members. Faculty may also self-nominate. Nomination forms are due by March 7 to the Faculty Professional Development and Sabbatical Standing Committee. Awards will be presented at a future Governing Board meeting. For details, refer to page 7 of the PCC Employee Handbook, under Faculty Professional Enrichment Recognition Award.

Call for Proposals: AZ-NOSS 9th Annual Conference
The Arizona Chapter of the National Organization for Student Success (AZ-NOSS) invites professionals to submit proposals for the 9th Annual Conference, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. on April 11, at Glendale Community College. This year’s theme is “Embracing the Radical: Cultivating Care and Compassion Across Turbulent Waters and Looming Uncertainty.” The deadline to submit a proposal is March 14. For questions, contact Jacqie Allen or Gustavo Miranda.

Jorgensen Brooks Mental Health Presentation
Join us 12-1 p.m., on March 14 for a Jorgensen Brooks Mental Health presentation covering practical strategies for creating a mentally healthy work environment and guidance on how to lead with empathy and understanding. This virtual workshop qualifies for two Pima Wellness Activity points towards the Healthy Rewards Program. Sign up online to attend.

Pima Students Honored with Scholarships
Phi Theta Kappa student Morgan Kolenovsky has been selected as a 2025 Coca-Cola Academic Team Silver Scholar and will receive a $1,250 scholarship. As Coca-Cola Academic Team Scholar, Morgan will receive a scholarship for fall 2025. Funding for the scholarship is provided by the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation.

Morgan also made the All-Arizona Academic Team from Pima, as did Joann Serrone, Sriya Siddhamalli, Ellysandra Johnson, Malyssa Shaw and Rebecca Ursule. Community college students from around the state are selected each year for academic achievement, leadership and service to the  community. All Pima team members receive scholarships from Pima Community College and two-year Arizona Board of Regents tuition waivers for any Arizona public university.

Federal Work Study Supervisor Training Sessions
The College’s Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships hosts virtual Federal Work Study (FWS) supervisor training sessions this spring. The trainings are in March, April and May. If you are or want to be a supervisor of a FWS student, sign up here for the virtual training. 

Web Intelligence Interactive Reports Training
Learn how to find and customize reports using the Web Intelligence (WebI) Interactive software. To enroll in the training:

• Log into MyPima/MyCareer Center
• Input the name of the training in the search bar 
• Click “request” to the right of the session you want to attend.

For questions or assistance, email Organizational Effectiveness and Development, opd@pima.edu, or Özlem Kacira, okacira@pima.edu. 

Sign Up to Table at Student Employment Week Events
The College’s Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships seeks employees and instructors to table at one of its National Student Employment Week events April 14-17.

The events offer opportunities to meet current and future student workers, and share College information and resources.

Anyone interested should fill out this form. You can sign up to table on more than one day.

These are the event details:

• April 14, 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m.: Downtown Campus 
• April 15, 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m.: East Campus
• April 16, 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m.: West Campus
• April 17, 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m.: Desert Vista Campus

Pima Arts News

Here are some ongoing and upcoming Pima Arts events:

• Through March 7: “Reprieve — Dana Roes Paintings,” Louis Carlos Bernal Gallery, West Campus Center for the Arts
• Through Aug. 20: “Night Skies: Astrophotography, Michael Cox,” Desert Vista Art Gallery, Desert Vista Campus
• Through March 28: “Never Don’t Pay Attention — Louise Serpa: Rodeo Photography,” West Campus Visual Arts Gallery 
• Through March 9: “The Wedding Singer — The Musical Comedy,” Proscenium Theatre, West Campus CFA, 7 p.m., Thursdays-Saturdays; 2 p.m., Sundays; ASL Night: March 7; tickets: $15, $10 Students/Seniors/Military/Groups 

Unless noted otherwise, Pima Arts programs and exhibitions are free to the public.

Stay up-to-date on upcoming Pima Arts events by checking the Pima Arts Calendar. For questions, contact 520-206-6986 or centerforthearts@pima.edu.

Pima Athletics News

Pima Men’s Basketball and Women’s Basketball both host Region I, Division II playoffs today and Friday. Here is the schedule:

• Today: No. 2-seed Women’s Basketball vs. No. 3-seed Scottsdale Community College, West Campus, Aztec Gymnasium, 7 p.m.
• March 7: Softball vs. Miles Community College (doubleheader), West Campus Aztec Softball Field, 10 a.m.
• March 7: No. 1-seed Men’s Basketball vs. TBA, Region I, Division II Finals, West Campus Aztec Gym, 7 p.m.

Keep up with Pima Athletics at 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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