MCCCD and NAU Partnership Creates Easy Path from Associate to Bachelor’s
The Connection is an important partnership between the Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) and Northern Arizona University (NAU), designed to streamline the transfer process. The program is convenient and flexible. It allows students to continue their education at a Maricopa Community College campus that is familiar to the student and close to home. The possibilities are endless with the variety of programs NAU offers in person or online.
This partnership was created by Dr. Rufus Glasper, chancellor of the Maricopa Community Colleges, and Dr. John Haeger, president of NAU. With visibility on all MCCCD campuses, the partnership has created a stronger NAU presence throughout the Valley.
Earning an associate and bachelor’s degree through the Maricopa/NAU Connection is a smart strategy. Students save thousands of dollars by staying close to home and earning an associate degree before transferring to a local NAU program. NAU’s tuition is one of the lowest of the state’s public four-year universities. Students also enjoy the convenience of a flexible schedule, all while earning a quality education from two institutions with a national reputation. To explore more about the Connection Partnership, visit http://www.maricopa.edu/connection/index.php
Connection Days
NAU is sponsoring “Connection Days” from February 23rd - 25th on each Maricopa campus, to promote transfer opportunities into NAU programs offered at the Maricopa Community Colleges, online or through the NAU Flagstaff campus. Check the Connection website in early spring for more information about dates, times and locations.
What’s New?
NAU established three new undergraduate programs that will be available starting this fall and spring. Students can pursue a Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) in Administration, BAS in Technology Management or a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA). All programs are available online... more
AAS to BAS – Your Path to Success
Students earning an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree are one step closer to earning a Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) degree from Northern Arizona University. The BAS curriculum is ideal for students who want to be competitive in today’s market place by advancing their general knowledge of: communication; management; technical skills; and organizational values, ethics and policies. In addition, students learn how to analyze complex information, develop their leadership and decision making abilities, and strengthen their writing and speaking skills...more
NAU/MCCCD Transfer Scholarship
Honors Student Successes
Northern Arizona University Extended Campuses is again offering a $1,000 transfer scholarship to a newly admitted Maricopa Community College transfer student. Applications for the 2010-2011 academic year will be accepted beginning on March 1. The deadline is July 1, 2010.
Get additional information on the NAU/MCCCD Transfer Scholarship at
www.maricopa.edu/connection/apply/scholarship.php
Scholarship Honors CGCC Student’s Commitment to Service
Adrienne Bernal was recently selected as the recipient of a $1,000 NAU/MCCCD Transfer Scholarship for the 2009-2010 academic school year... more
Student Profile
Elaine Bradford, BS Interdisciplinary Studies, Public Management (90/30)
I was a director of a preschool when I interviewed a prospective teacher who was enrolled at NAU but lived in the Valley. I wanted to go back to school but was not sure how to get started. I looked into a private for-profit provider, but between you and me, I felt like I was paying for a degree, not earning one.... more
Faculty Profile
Susan Kay Olson, Ph.D.
Dr. Susan Olson is a full-time faculty member for Mesa Community College, but also finds the time to teach for NAU through the Connection partnership. Susan’s focus is expanding educational and career connection opportunities for students in two- and four-year public and private colleges and universities... more
NAU Expands Its Presence at
Scottsdale Community College
At the beginning of the spring 2009 semester, seven NAU faculty and staff members moved into the new University Center Building (UC) on the campus of Scottsdale Community College. Classes began shortly thereafter with both schools scheduling courses in the facility.
The two institutions have a long-standing association that dates back more than twenty years. With the growth in enrollment and partnership programs, both schools agreed to expand NAU’s presence on the Scottsdale campus. ... more
Creating Peaceful Space
Northern Arizona University staff from Phoenix and Tucson are gathering on October 16th at the NAU North Valley campus to conduct a retreat to recharge, motivate and celebrate their achievements from the past academic year. NAU is fortunate to have Umar Sharif, MA, Sociology instructor at Paradise Valley Community College, conduct a workshop titled, Creating Peaceful Space.
Creating Peaceful Space will help NAU employees distinguish between a peaceful place and a Peaceful Space... more