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Nov. 6, 2025

  • College Updates
    • Help Us Amplify Student Voices
    • Our Values in Focus: Compliance & Ethics Week (Through Nov. 8)
    • ARC Seeks Donations for Winter Wonder Bags
    • Apply Now for Spring 2026 LWAC Fellowships
    • 21-day Comment Period for AERC Proposed Employee Handbook Revisions
    • Market on the Move Event Nov. 13
    • Cababi Art & Literary Magazine Accepting Submissions
    • Policy Review
    • New PimaConnect Is Live
    • 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
    • Pedal with Purpose: Join Pima Foundation in El Tour de Tucson
    • New Archive for Committees and Working Groups
    • 2025 Asset Inventory Deadline Nov. 26
    • Share Your Suggestions with ODR
    • Get Help with Your Community Engagement
  • 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.

Our Values in Focus: Compliance & Ethics Week (Through Nov. 8)
Compliance and ethics are part of Pima’s DNA — guiding us to be fair, safe and trustworthy. This week, take a few minutes to refresh your commitment to integrity.

Your Three-part Refresh

  • Review: Revisit the Employee Code of Conduct to stay aligned with College expectations.
  • Reflect: How do you show integrity in everyday decisions? Small actions build a strong culture.
  • Speak Up: Notice a policy concern, fraud, or abuse? Report it confidentially:

Coming in January: Compliance Superstar Awards
Know someone who models integrity daily? Nominations open in January — one Superstar will be chosen each month!

ARC Seeks Donations for Winter Wonder Bags
The ARC Resource Center and Food Pantry, which each month hands out 500 food bags to PCC students, is seeking donations to provide 200 Winter Wonder Bags to Pima students experiencing financial, housing and/or food insecurity.

The Winter Wonder Bags are to help students over Pima’s Winter Break, when ARC is closed. Each bag will include a $15 turkey/ham/veggie platter voucher, as well as mashed potatoes, stuffing, gravy, canned fruit, biscuit mix and canned vegetables. Additional items also will be available for students to “shop” for their holiday meal.

Here are the ways Pima employees can support this ARC campaign:

For details, see the Nov. 5 Pima-All email or email pcc-arcpantry@pima.edu.

Apply Now for Spring 2026 LWAC Fellowships
Liberatory Writing Across the Curriculum (LWAC) is offering two Spring 2026 Fellowships – one in Equitable Assessment, the other in Social Justice. LWAC’s goal is the advancement of justice and empowerment through liberatory writing, language and research practices. Apply by Dec. 1.

  • Who: All faculty (full-time and adjunct) across disciplines
  • Where: Virtual
  • When: Equitable Assessment fellows meet Mondays; Social Justice fellows meet Fridays.
  • Commitment: 30 hours total (six meetings, readings and a final project)
  • Compensation: $990

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.

Market on the Move Event Nov. 13
Get fresh produce at affordable prices! The public, along with Pima staff and students, can pay $10 for a box of fresh produce during Market on the Move by using the drive-thru west of the Advanced Manufacturing building at Downtown Campus. Market on the Move runs monthly, except in January.

  • What: Market on the Move (MOM)
  • When: Nov. 13, 9-11 a.m.
  • Where: Pima Community College, Downtown Campus, 1255 N. Stone Ave.
  • Details: Find more information or volunteer for a Pima MOM here.

If Pima students and employees prefer a smaller, more student-focused box, they can pay $5 at the walk-up station near the ST Building. The $5 boxes are not available to the public.

Due to the recent MOM Warehouse fire in October, Pima Community College is donating its portion of the event proceeds to support them during this difficult time.

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.

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

New PimaConnect Is Live
An enhanced PimaConnect experience has launched. The new system, powered by ConexEd, streamlines appointment scheduling for student services and improves information sharing across divisions. This upgrade means easier access to support student needs and allows smoother information sharing between units. 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.

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.

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 Arts News

Here are ongoing and upcoming Pima Arts events:

  • 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:

  • Nov. 7: Pima Men’s Basketball vs. Benedictine University JV, 4 p.m., West Campus Aztec Gymnasium

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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