Category: Press Release

Mohave College Foundation welcomes Laura Mata-Fondevila as executive director and Michael Cawley to its board

MOHAVE COUNTY – The Mohave College Foundation welcomes Laura Mata-Fondevila as its new Executive Director of Advancement, and Michael Cawley as the newest member of its Board of Directors. Their experience in community service, education and relationship building will support the Foundation’s work to expand opportunities for Mohave College students. Mata-Fondevila joined the Foundation Oct. […]

Posted on October 29, 2026October 29, 2026 in Press Release.

Mohave College helps alumni with career change

MOHAVE COUNTY – Mohave College helps students build the skills needed to enter the workforce, advance professionally or pursue an entirely new career. For Michelle Oeltjenbruns, the college served as the foundation for a successful career transition, providing the knowledge, experience and support needed to move from one profession to another. She already has a […]

Posted on August 18, 2026October 29, 2026 in Press Release.

Foothills Bank donates $10,000 to support College career and technical education students

MOHAVE COUNTY – The Mohave College Foundation announced a $10,000 donation from Foothills Bank, a division of Glacier Bank, Member FDIC, to support student success through the Foothills Bank Scholarship Fund. The gift will provide scholarships for students enrolled in the College’s career and technical education certificate programs, helping reduce financial barriers while preparing students […]

Posted on June 23, 2026 in Press Release.

Mohave College Lake Havasu student named Kathy Hodel Most Outstanding Student

MOHAVE COUNTY – Mohave College is proud to announce that Jade Mitchell has been named the 2026 recipient of the Kathy Hodel Most Outstanding Student Award. The award recognizes a student for exceptional academic achievement, leadership, service and perseverance. Along with the honor, Mitchell will receive a $10,000 cash award, which she plans to use […]

Posted on May 21, 2026May 27, 2026 in Press Release.

Mohave College Foundation announces board leadership members

MOHAVE COUNTY – The Mohave College Foundation elected three new members to its board of directors and elected a new Foundation Chair at its February meeting. These changes further strengthen the Foundation’s commitment to Mohave College’s student success across Mohave County. The Foundation welcomes Dr. Laura Dohner, Derrick Voss and Ted Knisely as its newest […]

Posted on April 7, 2026April 8, 2026 in Press Release.

Ride Smart, Ride Safe: Mohave College Bike Rodeo

Download and share the official event flyer. Use the QR code on the flyer to donate. Ride Smart, Ride Safe: Mohave College Bike Rodeo The Mohave College Foundation is excited to support Mohave College’s first Bike Rodeo, a free, community-wide event focused on bicycle and e-bike safety education for riders of all ages. This fun, […]

Posted on February 5, 2026April 10, 2026 in Press Release.

2026 Q’s and Brews Bighorn BBQ Competition

Q’s & Brews Bighorn BBQ Competition The Mohave College Foundation invites the community to attend the Q’s & Brews Bighorn BBQ Competition, a family-friendly barbecue event bringing together pit masters, local vendors, and community partners in Lake Havasu City. Event Details What: Q’s & Brews Bighorn BBQ Competition When: Friday, March 27, 2026, 5:00 PM–8:00 […]

Posted on January 6, 2026February 5, 2026 in Events, Press Release.

Support the AMTC Campaign

Help Us Power the Future of Manufacturing in Mohave County! The Mohave College Foundation has officially launched a capital campaign to equip our new Advanced Manufacturing Training Center (AMTC), a cutting-edge, 36,000-square-foot facility at the Kingman Airport Industrial Park. This isn’t just another campus building. The AMTC is designed to train students for high-demand careers […]

Posted on August 13, 2025August 21, 2026 in Press Release.

MCC instructor honored for lowering cost of college for students

MOHAVE COUNTY – Mohave Community College faculty have a goal to help students lower the cost of college by eliminating the high-cost of textbooks and course materials. They are doing this by finding or creating Open Educational Resources, commonly called OER in higher education circles. OER are free or low-cost learning materials and MCC […]

Posted on March 9, 2023 in Press Release.

Press Release: 3 MCC workforce students selected for All-Arizona Academic Team and to compete for Phi Theta Kappa scholarships

3 MCC workforce students selected for All-Arizona Academic Team and to compete for Phi Theta Kappa scholarships. MOHAVE COUNTY – Three Mohave Community College students have been selected to be a part of the All-Arizona Academic team in the workforce category. Students selected are Justine Melendrez (Bullhead Campus), Jacquelyn Ann Mycek Romero (Online) and July […]

Posted on March 3, 2023March 3, 2023 in Press Release.

3 MCC students awarded All-Arizona Academic Team scholarship.

MOHAVE COUNTY – Mohave Community College would like to congratulate three students, Ian Fleming (Bullhead Campus), Christopher Hadley (Bullhead Campus) and Erin Kirksey (Lake Havasu Campus), who have been selected to be part of the All-Arizona Academic Team. All-Arizona Academic Team members in the transfer category receive a full tuition scholarship to any public […]

Posted on March 1, 2023March 1, 2023 in Press Release.

DOT Foods Presents MCCF with a Check

DOT Foods presented the Mohave Community College Foundation with a check on February 13th, 2023. DOT Foods will be sponsoring the Beer Garden as part of the Colorado River Food Truck Friendzy.

Posted on February 16, 2023 in Press Release.

Colorado River Food Truck Friendzy

Event Sponsors Anderson Ford – Main Sponsor Baron Services – Kids Zone DOT Foods – Beer Garden Desert Palms Medical Associates – Entertainment Event Details Join us for this inaugural event the Colorado River Food Truck Friendzy on Saturday, April 15th from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM at Community Park. There will be games, […]

Posted on January 19, 2023February 28, 2023 in Press Release.

Trivia Challenge

MCCF Trivia Challenge – Hosted by the Lake Havasu City Chapter Mohave Community College Foundation is bringing back the Trivia Challenge. Saturday, February 11 from 1 pm – 5 pm we are hosting a rousing game of trivia to determine who in Lake Havasu City has the most trivia knowledge. A new twist this time […]

Posted on January 11, 2023January 27, 2023 in Press Release.

MCC Nursing alumni back in the classroom as instructors teaching future nurses

MCC Nursing alumni back in the classroom as instructors teaching future nurses MOHAVE COUNTY – Mohave Community College prepares students to further their education at a four-year university or enter the workforce after completing their degree. Many students go to work in their desired fields and then come back to teach […]

Posted on December 13, 2022 in Press Release.