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Video: Welcome Back, Students!

Hello, and welcome to the fall 2026 semester!  We hope your semester is off to a great start. Please watch the welcome back video below for important information from Mohave College President Dr. Chrissy Holliday and Vice President of Student and Community Engagement Dr. Tramaine Rausaw.   (Note: If accessing internet via a college server, you may need to be logged into a Google/YouTube account ...
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Mohave College Bighorn Blast Newscast | Aug 2026

The August edition of the Bighorn Blast Newscast is here, packed with terrific stories and events from Mohave College. If you're a member of the media and would like more information or need photos, audio or video from one of the stories, please contact: James Jarman, Executive Director of Communications, jjarman@mohave.edu  Have a College story idea? Email OCC-Staff@Mohave.edu. (Note: If accessin...
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Mohave College Board Member Nicole Bratley to resign, replacement candidates encouraged to contact County Schools Supt.

Mohave College District 1 Board Member and 2026 Board Secretary Nicole Bratley has announced she will resign from the Mohave College Governing Board.  Her final scheduled Board meeting will be in October. Bratley has emphasized workforce education, expanded training in the trades, health care and technology, investment in College facilities and stronger connections between education and regional econ...
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Southern Roots, Mohave Future: Dr. Holliday Featured by Former Hometown Newspaper

From the People-Sentinel of South Carolina: Former People-Sentinel editor Dr. Chrissy Holliday has made history after being named the first woman president of Mohave College in Arizona. Holliday spent several years living and working in the Barnwell and Allendale communities before beginning her career in higher education. She said her time in the area helped shape who she is today and prepared her f...
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Mohave College, Lake Havasu High School and WAVE partnership creates direct pathway from high school to healthcare careers

Lake Havasu High School students can now begin preparing for a health care career without leaving their high school campus through a new Nursing Assistant Program created in partnership with Mohave College and the Western Arizona Vocational Education Joint Technical Education District. The Arizona State Board of Nursing recently approved the program, clearing the way for students to earn college credi...
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CTE Dean Jason Gee Highlights Advanced Manufacturing Training Center at County Supervisors Meeting

Great things are happening at the Advanced Manufacturing Training Center! Jason Gee, the College's dean of Career and Technical Education, updated the Mohave County Board of Supervisors, Monday 7-20-26, on how the AMTC is expanding workforce training and preparing students for in-demand careers throughout the region. Watch the presentation and help spread the word about this incredible resource for Mo...
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Havasu Campus Dean Dr. Jenna Lowder published in national education technology magazine

Dr. Jenna Lowder, the College's dean of Student Life and Community Engagement, recently contributed a leadership article to Education Technology Insights, a national print and digital trade publication featuring perspectives, trends and technology strategies for education professionals and institutional leaders. In The Mismatch Between Online Course Design and Learner Reality, Dr. Lowder examines how ...
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Dr. Chrissy Holliday makes history as first woman president of Mohave College

Mohave College President Dr. Christin (Chrissy) Holliday has completed her first week leading the College, marking a historic milestone as the first woman to serve as president of the institution. Dr. Holliday, the seventh president of Mohave College, officially began her presidency on July 6, after being selected by the Mohave College Board of Governors following a national search. She arrives at a p...
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Historic Day! Dr. Chrissy Holliday begins first day as Mohave College president

The College welcomed Dr. Chrissy Holliday on Monday, July 6, as she officially began her first day as president. Dr. Holliday spent part of the day meeting employees, learning more about College initiatives and getting settled into her new role. She joins the College following a national search and was selected to serve as the institution's seventh president.  She brings experience in enrollment man...
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President’s Annual Report FY 25/26

Each July 1 marks the start of the College's new fiscal year and the release of the President's Annual Report, which highlights accomplishments, milestones and progress from the past year. As the College enters FY 2026-27, take a look back at the President's Annual Report for FY 2025-26. The report is available to view, share or download as a PDF on a desktop or mobile device. Please note: Depending ...
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Mohave College receives accreditation approval for new nursing bachelor’s degree

Mohave College has received accreditation approval from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) to offer a new Bachelor of Science in Nursing, RN-BSN, giving registered nurses an affordable, flexible pathway to complete a bachelor's degree through the College. The HLC's Institutional Actions Council approved the College request during its June 22 meeting. The College received formal notification of the a...
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Mohave College Bighorn Blast Newscast | June 2026

The June edition of the Bighorn Blast Newscast is here, packed with terrific stories and events from Mohave College. If you're a member of the media and would like more information or need photos, audio or video from one of the stories, please contact: James Jarman, Executive Director of Communications, jjarman@mohave.edu  Have a College story idea? Email OCC-Staff@Mohave.edu. (Note: If accessing ...
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She’s on her way! Dr. Holliday Video Message | June 1, 2026

Hello Bighorns! Summer semester starts today, June 1, kicking off new classes, new goals, and a message from our incoming president. Dr. Chrissy Holliday officially begins leading the College in July.  Even with a full schedule as she prepares for the move, she wanted to personally reach out and share how much she and her family are looking forward to meeting everyone and making northwestern Arizona...
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Mohave College invites public to attend budget information sessions and annual budget hearing

Mohave College is inviting the public to attend upcoming budget information sessions to learn more about the college's budget, public funding and how resources support students and communities across Mohave County. The public information sessions will be held at 5:30 p.m. Monday, June 8, with locations available at each Mohave College campus and an option to participate by Zoom.  The sessions are des...
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Mohave College honors Board President Dr. Julie Bare with Founder’s Award

Mohave College recognized Board President Dr. Julie Bare with Founder's Award during the college's 55th annual commencement ceremony Friday, May 15, at Anderson Fieldhouse in Bullhead City. The Founder's Award is a special recognition presented to an individual whose distinguished service and exceptional contributions have significantly advanced the growth, vitality and mission of Mohave College. Dr....
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