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Oct. 30, 2025

  • College Updates
    • Help Us Amplify Student Voices
    • Cababi Art & Literary Magazine Accepting Submissions
    • 21-day Comment Period for AERC Proposed Employee Handbook Revisions
    • Pledge to Support United Way During Months of Caring
    • Policy Review
    • Internal Audit Newsletter
    • New PimaConnect Goes Live Nov. 3
    • October Is National Retirement Security Month
    • Faculty, Staff and Student Volunteers Needed for Arizona STEM Adventure Nov. 21
    • Reminder: Additional Location Visit Reporting Form
    • Southern Arizona Technology and Entrepreneurship Center (SATEC) Events
    • Employer Engagement and Career Services Events
    • Upcoming Title VI Workshop Nov. 5
    • Pedal with Purpose: Join Pima Foundation in El Tour de Tucson
    • New Archive for Committees and Working Groups
    • 2025 Asset Inventory Deadline Nov. 26
    • Training for Federal Work Study Supervisors and Potential Supervisors
    • Share Your Suggestions with ODR
    • Get Help with Your Community Engagement
  • Pima People
  • 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.

Cababi Art & Literary Magazine Accepting Submissions
Cababi Art & Literary Magazine is accepting art and literary submissions for the 2025-2026 issue through Jan. 15. Cababi is the official Pima publication that features art, literature, and special projects by full-time and part-time faculty, staff and administrators. Cababi is seeking submissions in fiction, nonfiction, poetry, all visual arts and live performances.

21-day Comment Period for AERC Proposed Employee Handbook Revisions
Based on employee input, the All Employee Representative Council (AERC) proposes these revisions to the College’s Employee Handbook.

The revised policies are available for a 21-day comment period through the Employee Page in MyPima. Employees are encouraged to provide feedback via this Feedback Form, linked in the “Draft to Review” section.

Pledge to Support United Way During Months of Caring
Pima’s 2025 United Way Months of Caring campaign promotion runs through today. Employees who pledge a minimum of $5 per pay period for 26 pay periods through payroll deduction or at least $130 total via the online pledge form are eligible to receive an upright, washable beach tote. The Oct. 15 Pima-All email with the subject “REMINDER: United Way Months of Caring Campaign” has details. There is one remaining Campaign Kickoff Drop-Off:

Today, 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. – Maintenance and Security (also for Aviation Technology Center) – In front of Administration doors (northeast corner of building)

For accommodation to participate in this activity, contact the Employee Service Center, 520-206-4945 or esc@pima.edu. For questions about the event, email collegeevents@pima.edu.

Policy Review
The following items are available for the 21-day review and comment period through Nov. 12: 

Internal Audit Newsletter
Internal Audit has released its latest newsletter. The featured articles for this semester’s publication are “Artificial Intelligence: Benefits and Risks” and “IIA’s Three Lines Model and Interrelated Roles.” The newsletter is posted in the Internal Audit — PCC Intranet.

New PimaConnect Goes Live Nov. 3
An enhanced PimaConnect experience launches Nov. 3. The new system, powered by ConexEd, will streamline appointment scheduling for student services and improve information sharing across divisions. This upgrade means easier access to the support students need and smoother information sharing amongst employees. Stay tuned for more details on navigating the improved platform and making the most of these new features! Please direct any questions to pima-connect@pima.edu.

October is National Retirement Security Month
This is a great time to check on your retirement savings and review your goals (or set new ones).

Questions? Email esc-benefits@pima.edu or call 520-206-4945.

Faculty, Staff and Student Volunteers Needed for Arizona STEM Adventure Nov. 21
Volunteers are needed for the Arizona STEM Adventure, 7:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Nov. 21. Please sign up by Nov. 7 here (scroll to the bottom of the page for the sign-up form).

Approximately 1,000 fourth- to eighth-grade students will attend and be engaged in hands-on science and engineering activities. Volunteers assist with parking, exhibitors, providing directions, setup and cleanup.

If you have issues with the sign-up link or have questions, contact Susan Kramer, Teleia Taumanu or Dani Wright.

Reminder: Additional Location Visit Reporting Form
For all 2025-2026 site visits to additional locations, please use the Additional Location Visit Reporting Form. This centralized documentation is crucial for tracking visits made by Pima staff, administrators and faculty, and it serves as supporting evidence for the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).

Southern Arizona Technology and Entrepreneurship Center (SATEC) Events
Pima’s Southern Arizona Technology and Entrepreneurship Center (SATEC) is bringing the community together this fall with events highlighting entrepreneurship, creativity and innovation.

Fireside Chat with Johanna O’Dell
Nov. 12, 4-5 p.m., Downtown Campus, Building M, Room 370
Be part of an inspiring conversation about the journey from military service to successful entrepreneurship.
All students, faculty and community members are welcome to attend.

 

Employer Engagement and Career Services Events
The Employer Engagement and Career Services (EECS) team is available to support employees as they guide students in connecting their learning to future career success. Check out upcoming events that are open to the entire Pima community.

  • Virtual Office Hours
    Drop in during EECS Virtual Office Hours to get help with résumés, job searches, interviewing techniques and more. Open to all students — no appointment needed.
  • Events and Workshops
    Stay up to date with EECS events through its Google Calendar, where you’ll find campus tabling events, workshops and other opportunities to connect. Subscribe to the calendar or learn more.
  • AI Workshops
    Check out our fall virtual workshops created in partnership with PCC Library and the Communications Division.
    • AI-Enhanced Résumé Lab (recorded session available on the EECS Career Hub)
    • Interview with Confidence – 6-7 p.m., Nov. 12
    • Explore recordings, resources, and upcoming opportunities on the EECS Career Hub.
  • Customized Support
    Faculty and staff who want tailored student support can connect with EECS.

Upcoming Title VI Workshop Nov. 5
The College’s Office of the Provost and Office of General Counsel are offering an interactive workshop called Hot Topics: Scared of Title VI? Spooky Stories of Slashed Budgets, Gutted Grants and Ghastly Litigation to Haunt Your Higher-Ed Nightmares 9-10:30 a.m., Nov. 5. Add it to your calendar.

Pedal with Purpose: Join Pima Foundation in El Tour de Tucson
Support education while cycling or running in the Nov. 22 El Tour de Tucson with Team Pima Foundation. Your involvement helps provide resources that open doors for students across Tucson. Register today. Team jerseys are available. For more information, contact Savannah Franco.

New Archive for Committees and Working Groups
The new StAR Committee and Working Group Archive is now available to all Pima employees. This resource brings meeting notes together in one place, helping everyone stay informed and connected to the work happening across the College. Later this year, information on each committee’s purpose and membership will be available in MyPima. If you have questions, contact Gayle Bell, gbell1@pima.edu.

2025 Asset Inventory Deadline Nov. 26
The 2025 Asset Inventory must be completed by Nov. 26 — inventory is not considered complete until submitted in Banner > Inventory Self-Service.

Share Your Suggestions with ODR
The Office of Dispute Resources (ODR) welcomes your ideas and feedback. If you have suggestions that are not formal complaints, email pcc-suggestions@pima.edu. ODR staff will review and share it with the appropriate department. Learn more on the ODR page in MyPima or call 520-206-4686.

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.

Pima People

Pima Adult Education Instructor/Lecturer Alexander Greengaard has just released “The Elephant in the Ivy,” a new hit novel, originally published by the Pima Open Digital Press. The book has debuted in the Amazon Top 100 best sellers for Young Adult Coming of Age Fiction and has reached No. 1 in the Young Adult Careers Fiction category. You can order it in paperback on Amazon or get it for free on Pima Open Digital Press.

Pima Arts News

Here are ongoing and upcoming Pima Arts events:

  • Through Oct. 31: “Gary Goldberg – Pareidolia” Exhibition, West Campus Visual Arts Gallery; dandres@pima.edu
  • Through Dec. 12: “The Skin We Live In: Paintings, Prints, Photography, Drawings” Exhibition, Louis Carlos Bernal Gallery, West Campus Center for the Arts. Reception: 5-7 p.m. (6 p.m. lecture), Nov. 6; dandres@pima.edu
  • Through May 27, 2026: “Adam Gilliland – Osculation” Exhibition, Desert Vista Campus Art Gallery; dandres@pima.edu
  • Through Aug. 30, 2026: “Many Truths” student art exhibition, The Art Gallery@Downtown Campus; mcarreras@pima.edu
  • Through Oct. 31, 2026: “Michael Cajero – Dying Is an Integral Part of Life: Father” Exhibition, West Campus Health Science Art Gallery; dandres@pima.edu

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

Stay up to date on Pima Arts events and get more details on individual events by checking the Pima Arts Calendar. If you have questions, contact 520-206-6986 or centerforthearts@pima.edu.

Pima Athletics News

Cheer on Pima’s women’s and men’s soccer teams this week when they host Region I, Division II Semifinal matches:

  • Oct. 30: Pima Women’s Soccer vs. TBA (Region I, Division II Semifinal), 6 p.m., West Campus Aztec Field
  • Oct. 31: Pima Men’s Soccer vs. Glendale Community College (Region I, Division II Semifinal), 6 p.m., West Campus Aztec Field

For the latest updates and news for all Pima sports, visit 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.

@PimaNews is an electronic newsletter for employee news of Pima Community College. The Marketing Office publishes this e-newsletter every Thursday, except when the College is closed for a holiday or break, during the semester and every other week during the summer. Please send announcements and news items – 75 words or fewer – to pimanews@pima.edu by noon on Monday. Check any links before sending your item. Back issues are available on the @PimaNews webpage. The newsletter also accepts submissions about Pima employee accomplishments.

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