Category: Governing board

Newsroom

Mohave College Expands Pathways to Success, Adding Degrees and Certificates with More Planned

Mohave College has added a slate of new and expanded degree and certificate options aligned with regional workforce needs and community partner input. The initiatives strengthen career pathways for students across the district and support in-demand fields including healthcare, public safety, construction, and technology. New and Expanded Programs Computer Aided Design (CAD) Computer Technician Ce...
Posted on in Governing board, Press Release.

Bighorn Blast Newscast | October 2025

The October edition of the Bighorn Blast Newscast is here. It's packed with terrific stories and events at Mohave College from the past month.  The Bighorn Blast is a quick, easy way to stay up to date on what's happening at the College. Missed a previous episode? You can view past newscasts on the Mohave College YouTube Channel. Have a College story idea? Email it to OCC-Staff@Mohave.edu.For Media:...
Posted on in Athletics, Events, Governing board, Press Release, Student Life, Student Success.

Governor Hobbs & Community Leaders Celebrate Grand Opening of Mohave College Advanced Manufacturing Training Center

Today, Governor Katie Hobbs joined Mohave College, community leaders, business leaders and elected officials from throughout Mohave County to celebrate the grand opening and ribbon cutting of the Advanced Manufacturing Training Center (AMTC). The Mohave College AMTC is a Future48 Workforce Accelerator at the Kingman Airport Industrial Park – just 15 minutes from the college's Neal Campus-Kingman. Th...
Posted on in Events, Governing board, Leadership.

Mohave College Bachelor’s Degree Proposals Await Final Accreditation Approval

Mohave College is a step closer to offering its first bachelor's degrees, as Interim College President Dr. Tim Culver announced during the September 19 Board meeting that the Higher Learning Commission's peer review team will recommend approval, and that recommendation will be forwarded to the HLC decision-making body for final action. A final decision is not expected until early November, and it is r...
Posted on in Governing board, Leadership, Press Release.

Mohave College Board Approves Cosmetology Program, Next Step – Accreditation Approval Needed

The Mohave College District Governing Board approved during its September 19 meeting the launch of a new Cosmetology Certificate program.  Pending approval from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), the College is prepared to launch the 40-credit certificate program as early as February 2026. Mohave College would train students in hair, nail and skin care services, while also incorporating business a...
Posted on in Governing board, Leadership, Press Release.

Mohave College Presidential Search Underway, Community Invited to Public Forums

MOHAVE COUNTY - Mohave College board members have officially launched the search for the next President of Mohave College. To assist with this important process, the Board has engaged the Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT), a nationally recognized leader in executive searches for higher education. ACCT will guide the College and Board through all phases of the search, including developm...
Posted on in Governing board, Press Release.

Bighorn Blast Newscast | September 2025

The September edition of the Bighorn Blast Newscast is here — and it's packed with inspiring stories about our amazing students, dedicated employees, and exciting events happening at Mohave College. The Office of College Communications produces the Bighorn Blast each month to share news, events, and stories from across our four campuses. It's a quick, easy way to stay updated on what's happening at ...
Posted on in Athletics, Events, Governing board, Leadership, Press Release.

Bighorn Blast Newscast – August 2025

The August edition of the Bighorn Blast Newscast is here — and it's packed with inspiring stories about our amazing students, dedicated employees, and exciting events happening at Mohave College. If you can't view YouTube without a Google account, just scroll down for the Vimeo version. The Office of College Communications produces the Bighorn Blast each month to share news, events, and stories fro...
Posted on in Events, Governing board, Leadership, Press Release.

Dr. Tim Culver begins role as College interim president

Mohave County - Mohave Community College (Mohave College beginning August 2025) proudly welcomed Dr. Tim Culver as Interim President on Tuesday, July 1. He has more than 35 years of experience in higher education, and was hired as Executive Vice President in 2020 by outgoing President Dr. Stacy Klippenstein, whose final day at the College was Monday, June 30. Dr. Klippenstein has accepted a new positio...
Posted on in Governing board, Leadership, Press Release.

Bighorn Blast Newscast – June 2025

📢🎥 The June edition of the Bighorn Blast is HERE! 🎥📢 Get ready to be inspired! This month's Bighorn Blast Newscast is packed with wonderful stories about our incredible students, dedicated employees, and exciting events happening at the College. If you cannot view YouTube videos without a Google account, just scroll down to the Vimeo version. The Office of College Communications s...
Posted on in Events, Governing board, Press Release.

Bighorn Blast Newscast – May 2025

📢🎥 The May edition of the Bighorn Blast is HERE! 🎥📢 Get ready to be inspired! This month's Bighorn Blast Newscast is packed with wonderful stories about our incredible students, dedicated employees, and exciting events happening at the College. If you cannot view YouTube videos without a Google account, just scroll down to the Vimeo version. The Office of College Communications sh...
Posted on in Events, Governing board, Press Release, Student Life, Student Success.

College Board Approves Emeritus Honor for Shawn Bristle

MOHAVE COUNTY – In its April meeting, the District Governing Board unanimously approved a recommendation to grant Emeritus status to Shawn Bristle, honoring his distinguished service and lasting contributions to the College and the communities it serves. The recommendation, submitted by College President Dr. Stacy Klippenstein, recognizes Bristle's nearly two decades of leadership at the College, in...
Posted on in Governing board, Leadership, Press Release.

Students look forward to bachelor’s degree offerings after board approval

MOHAVE COUNTY – Mohave Community College is making historic strides in its mission to expand access to higher education by bringing four-year baccalaureate degrees to Mohave County. During its February meeting, the MCC Board of Governors officially voted to approve the College's proposed bachelor's degree programs, marking a significant milestone in the institution's evolution into a more comprehensi...
Posted on in Governing board, Press Release, Student Success.

Bighorn Blast Newscast – March 2025

The Office of College Communications shares news and events, along with student and employee stories from the College each month via online, email listserv, social media, radio, streaming services, podcast, and the Bighorn Blast Newscast.  The newscast is a quick source of information to keep you updated on what's happening at the college's four campuses.  If you have a College story idea, please ema...
Posted on in Events, Governing board, Leadership, Press Release, Student Life, Student Success.

Mohave Community College Board Accepts Dr. Klippenstein’s Resignation, Appoints Dr. Tim Culver as Interim President

MOHAVE COUNTY– Mohave Community College (Mohave College beginning August 2025) Board of Governors officially accepted the resignation of Dr. Stacy Klippenstein, effective June 30, 2025, following his recent appointment as the new President of the College of Southern Nevada.  The board also appointed Dr. Tim Culver as the Interim President. The announcements were made during the board meeting on Fr...
Posted on in Governing board, Leadership, Press Release.