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Joliet Junior College Established
Joliet Junior College in Illinois, was the first community college ever established in the United States. It was created as an extension of high school - 5th and 6th years of cirriculum were added. Source: "The changing role of community college," by Henry T. Kasper. Occupational Outlook Weekly, WInter 2002-03. -
Joliet Junior College Accredited
The North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, which was a regional accreditor within the United States' HIgher Learning Commission, accredits Joliet Junior College. -
Phoenix Junior College in Arizona
In 1920, Phoenix, Arizona also took the extended high school approach to college, by joining the educational forces of Phoenix Union HIgh School and the Junior College District. Phoenix Junior College was the result. The picture is one of Phoenix Union High School (source: http://www.phoenixunion.org/Page/194) Source: https://www.maricopa.edu/about-us/our-history -
The Great Depression
Enrollment at community colleges began to increase during the years of the Great Depression, because these institutions provided programs related to job training. These programs were aimed at reducing the large unemployment rate that occurred during this time period. The image is one of unemployed men sitting outside their makeshift huts during the Great Depression. Source: "The changing role of community college," by Henry T. Kasper. Occupational Outlook Quarterly, Winter 2002-03. -
AZ HB238 Bill Passed
HB238 was a bill introduced and approved in the Arizona legislature that increased state aid to Phoenix Junior College and Eastern Arizona Junior College from $100,000 annually, to $150,000 annually (pending requirements were met). Screenshot image from: http://azmemory.azlibrary.gov/cdm/singleitem/collection/azsession/id/23/rec/39 Source: https://www.maricopa.edu/about-us/our-history and
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Baby Boomers Go To College
During the 1960's, enrollment at community colleges dramatically increased, due to the demand created by college-age baby boomers. Source: "The changing role of community college," by Henry T. Kasper. Occupational Outlook Quarterly, Winter 2002-03. -
New Junior College District Formed
Maricopa County residents voted in the establishment of the Maricopa County Junior College District (MCJCD). Phoenix College joins this district. Source: https://www.maricopa.edu/about-us/our-history -
Full Time Students at Phoenix College
The number of full-time equivalent students attending Phoenix College in the second semester of 1964 reached 3,453. Source: https://www.maricopa.edu/about-us/our-history -
Enrollment Numbers 1
Enrollment at community colleges nationwide reached 1 million students. Source: "The changing role of community college," by Henry T. Kasper. Occupational Outlook Quarterly, Winter 2002-03. -
18,199 Students in Maricopa Colleges
By the end of canendar year 1966, the Maricopa Community College District had 18,199 students enrolled. Source: https://www.maricopa.edu/about-us/our-history -
Maricopa Colleges Recieve Accreditation
Phoenix College, Mesa Community College, and Glendale Community College recieve accreditation from North Central Association. Source: https://www.maricopa.edu/about-us/our-history -
Enrollment Numbers 2
Enrollment at community colleges nationwide reached 2.2 million students. Source: "The changing role of community college," by Henry T. Kasper. Occupational Outlook Quarterly, Winter 2002-03. -
Night Classes Popular at Maricopa Colleges
Night classes become increasingly popular; enrollement for night courses exceeds that for day classes (19.864 versus 17,229, respectively). Source: https://www.maricopa.edu/about-us/our-history -
Phoenix College Continues to Expand
At this point in time, PC has 18 permanent buildings located on 55 acres. Source: https://www.maricopa.edu/about-us/our-history -
Enrollment Numbers 3
Enrollment at community colleges nationwide reached 4.3 million students, approximately double the numbers from 1970. This dramatic increase is thought to be due to several factors, including people wishing to avoid going to the Vietnam War, as well as parents desiring their children obtain postsecondary education. Source: "The changing role of community college," by Henry T. Kasper. Occupational Outlook Quarterly, Winter 2002-03. -
Maricopa College Offers Job Training Classes
Rio Salado offers classes to people working for businesses including Honeywell and General Motors. Source: https://www.maricopa.edu/about-us/our-history -
Maricopa College Trains Air Force Personnel for Jobs
Rio Salado offers classes and civilian job training for Air Force personnel. Source: https://www.maricopa.edu/about-us/our-history -
Women Enrollment at Maricopa Colleges
Women's enrollment in traditionally male-dominated occupational programs grew from 14% tn 1972 to 35% in 1982. Source: https://www.maricopa.edu/about-us/our-history Image source: Hoodr original work, found at https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cañada_College -
Job Training Partnership Enacted
President Reagan signs the Job Training Partnership Act, which helps bring together education and local industry/businesses. Source: https://www.maricopa.edu/about-us/our-history -
Maricopa Colleges Enrollment Surges
Enrollment for credit-courses at Maricopa Community Colleges surges to 63,000 students. Source: https://www.maricopa.edu/about-us/our-history -
Community Colleges Attract Adults
The avereage age of students attending community colleges in 29 years. In addition, 75% of students attend just part-time. These stats indicate working adults are attending community colleges. Source: https://www.maricopa.edu/about-us/our-history -
Online Services Begin in Maricopa
Rio Salado offers online services for the first time, instead of phone-only. Source: https://www.maricopa.edu/about-us/our-history -
Maricopa College Enrollment Surges Again
Enrollment at the Maricopa Community Colleges grows beyond 125,000 students taking classes for credit, as well as 25,000 studnets taking non-credit courses. Source: https://www.maricopa.edu/about-us/our-history -
Maricopa Establishes Home-Based Learning
Rio Salado starts a home-based learning program in conjunction with local businesses, such as Motorola and Apple. Source: https://www.maricopa.edu/about-us/our-history Image source: Alexander Schaelss: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Macintosh_classic.jpg -
MCCCD Nationally Recognized
The U.S. News and World Report recognizes the excellence of the Maricopa County Community College District as a "model of community involvement." Source: https://www.maricopa.edu/about-us/our-history -
Maricopa Colleges Continue to Deliver Quality
Two Maricopa Colleges, EMCC and GCC, are highlighted as providing high-quality education in Western Maricopa. These colleges offered courses helping grow the high-tech businesses in the area. Source: https://www.maricopa.edu/about-us/our-history -
Maricopa Colleges Becomes Largest District
Maricopa Community College District become the largest in the nation, with over 220,000 students enrolled. Source: https://www.maricopa.edu/about-us/our-history Image source: Photo taken by Emily Johnson KJZZ found at http://kjzz.org/content/3468/maricopa-county-community-college-district-responds-discrimination-complaint -
Maricopa College a "Model"
Mesa Community College is hailed by President Bush as a model of how education can impact the local workforce. Source: https://www.maricopa.edu/about-us/our-history Image source of President Bush at MCC: http://georgewbush-whitehouse.archives.gov/infocus/economy/photoessay/05.html -
Maricopa College Helps Train More Military Personnel
Rio Salado creates a program called "Troops to Teachers," with the aim of helping military troops train for civilian teaching jobs. Source: https://www.maricopa.edu/about-us/our-history Image source: http://www.riosalado.edu/programs/education/pages/troops-to-teachers.aspx -
Maricopa Colleges and ASU Sign Transfer Deal
Maricopa Colleges and Arizona State University sign an agreement that helps students transfer some of their community college credits to ASU. Source: https://www.maricopa.edu/about-us/our-history -
Another Maricopa and ASU Partnership
Phonix College and Arizona State University create a joint bachelors program in science where students can complete 90 credits at PC, and the other 30 at ASU. Source: https://www.maricopa.edu/about-us/our-history -
Maricopa Colleges and NSF Provide Math and Science Training
Scottsdale Community College recieves 8.7 million dollars to fund a project that will provide middle school teachers education in teaching math. Source: https://www.maricopa.edu/about-us/our-history Image in the Public Domain -
More Local Maricopa Partnerships Formed
Maricopa Colleges and the University of Phoenix partner to bring educational opportunities in a variety of fields. Source: https://www.maricopa.edu/about-us/our-history -
Maricopa Colleges and U of A Sign Transfer Deal
Just like with ASU, Maricopa Colleges works with University of Arizona to make credit transfer for students easier. Source: https://www.maricopa.edu/about-us/our-history -
PC Still Expanding
Phoenix College expands and opens its Nursing Building. Source: https://www.maricopa.edu/about-us/our-history
