Welcome Alumni
The Arizona Western College Alumni Association will work to develop pride in Arizona Western College and promote the educational, professional, and personal development of alumni and friends of AWC. The Alumni Association operates to increase resources by raising funds for scholarships and creating partnerships that support the mission of AWC.
Featured Alum
Lisa Males
Owner, The Artsy Fartsy Studio
Education:
Associates in Business, Aizona Western College, 2005
Bachelor's in Business Management, Northern Arizona University, 2007
Lisa is the proud owner and creativity coach at The Artsy Fartsy Studio in Yuma, AZ. She loves teaching art and seeing people tap into their creative side. Her studio offers kids classes, private parties, and much more.
Giber Becerra
Athletic Trainer
Education:
Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training/Sports Medicine, Grand Canyon University
Associates degree, Arizona Western College
Giber Becerra, who has been a trainer for the Mexican national soccer team and for "Club America", a professional soccer team. Giber is from San Luis, Arizona, graduated from Kofa High School, earned his associate's degree from AWC while playing for AWC soccer as a student athlete,and finished his Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training/Sports Medicine at Grand Canyon University.
Thu Pham
Student
Thu Pham attained her Associate of Science in Biology in 2013 from AWC. She has been accepted to a dual degree program, Doctor of Pharmacy and Master of Public Health. She is enrolled in the Master of Public Health program at the College of Public Health, University of Arizona and is seeking a master degree in Health Policy and Management.
She will start her first semester at the College of Pharmacy this coming Fall at the University of Arizona, in order to pursue the Doctor of Pharmacy degree.
AWC Distinguished Alumni
Felipe Covarrubias & Eva Aviles
Felipe currently works at AWC with the AccessABILITY and Health & Wellness. He graduated at the top of his class HUMINT Interrogation Military Intelligence. As a fellow veteran, he has helped many students at AWC by being a peer mentor.
Eva has been working for the KEYS Program for over a decade. She is a great advisor who continuously motivates students to reach their maximum potential. Eva has volunteered with the Arizona chapter of WESTOP, a non-profit dedicated to educational equity, as chair of their statewide Student Leadership Conference.
Charlene Fernandez
Democratic Leader of the Arizona House of Representatives
Education:
Northern Arizona University
Arizona Western College
State Representative Charlene Fernandez currently serves Legislative District 4 -- which includes parts of Yuma, Maricopa, Pima, and Pinal Counties -- in the Arizona legislature, and is the Democratic Caucus Leader of the House of Representatives.
Charlene is one of the legislature's strongest advocates for public education, frequently pushing for more school funding from her position on the appropriations committee.
Prior to being elected to the legislature, Charlene worked in a variety of policy and constituent service roles for Congressman Ed Pastor, Governor Janet Napolitano and Congressman Raúl Grijalva. Charlene also served for more than 12 years on the Yuma Union High School Board.
Charlene was born and raised in Yuma, Arizona. She attended Yuma High School where she graduated, and went on to attend Arizona Western College before transferring to Northern Arizona University earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Education. We are proud to say that she got her start at AWC! Once a Matador, always a Matador!!
Alumni Activities
Alumni Perks
20% off threading services
10% off food purchases
15% off salon services
5% discount on membership
Membership (Single $29, Joint $47, Family $57)
Free admission to sporting events
10% off purchase
Interested in joining the Alumni Association?
Frequently Asked Questions
To obtain a new copy of your diploma, visit the College's Student Records and Registration Department to fill out a back order diploma form.
AWC has authorized the National Student Clearinghouse to provide transcript ordering online. You can order transcripts using any major credit card. Your card will only be charged after your order has been completed. Visit Student Records to request your transcript.
The College's Student Records department handles degree verification. AWC has authorized the National Student Clearinghouse to provide enrollment and degree verifications to employers and student loan servicers. If you have a specific form that needs verification of enrollment, you will need to contact the Admissions and Registration office to obtain verification.
If you are an employer or background screening firm requesting this information, visit www.degreeverify.org.
Contact Info Email: records@azwestern.edu
Phone: (928) 344-7550
Fax: (928) 344-7543
Location: 3C - Top Floor
Hours: Monday - Thursday: 7:00am - 5:00pm
Make a gift online or visit our website for more information about ways to give.
Call the AWC Foundation Office at 928-344-1720 for information about Named Scholarships, Gifts of Stock and Planned Giving.
Email the following contact information to awc.alumni@azwestern.edu
Name, Address, Date of Birth, Program of Study, Years attended
The AWC Alumni Association (AWCAA) works to develop pride in AWC and promote the educational, professional, and personal development of alumni and friends. AWCAA operates to increase resources by raising funds for scholarships and creating partnerships that support the mission of AWC.
An AWC alumnus is a graduate or former student of Arizona Western College.
Go to foundation.azwestern.edu and click on Alumni. Complete the online registration form and pay $20 fee for the Alumni Perks Card. We’re thrilled to welcome former students and recent graduates alike into our AWC Alumni Association. Get excited, because you’re a part of a BIG community with amazing accomplishments. Expect to receive various discounts on goods and services, Constant Contact newsletter with networking and upcoming events, and involvement opportunities that will keep you connected. Be sure to submit your current contact information, and update it if you move. With your support of $20 a year, keep your pride and appreciation for the College alive by sharing your story with others.