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Annual Report
Central Arizona College
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DIRECTORS
Board of Central Arizona College
Governing Board (2014)
Mr. Richard Gibson
President
Mrs. Gladys Christensen
Vice President/Secretary
Dr. Debra Banks
Mrs. Rita Nader
Mr. JackYarrington
Central Arizona College Foundation
Board of Directors
Sandie Smith, President	
Pinal Partnership
Evelyn Casuga, Past President	
Arizona Public Service
Janeen Rohovit, Vice-President	
Salt River Project
Jackie L. Guthrie, Secretary/Treasurer
EPS Group
L.S.“Jake”Jacobson, Member-at-Large
Copper Basin Railway
Brent Murphree, Member-at-Large
The Cotton Board
Doris Helmich, Ed.D	
President, Central Arizona College
Cindy M. Bowers
Global Water
Stacy Brimhall
Langley Properties
Harold Christ
Pyramid Community Developers
Robert Flatley
City of Coolidge
Jim Garrett	
Garrett Motors
Shirley Ann Hartman
Hartman Ranch
Adam P. Hawkins
Veridus LLC
Melissa Rabago
Resolution Copper Co.
Jordan R. Rose
Rose Law Group PC
Jack Stonebraker
Edward Jones
Joan Wuertz
Community Volunteer
Mark Zeibak	
TransCanada
Emeriti Members
Mel Anderson
Kay Benedict
Chuck McHugh
Central Arizona College
8470 N. Overfield Rd.
Coolidge AZ 85128
1-800-237-9814 ext. 5111
www.centralaz.edu
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MESSAGE
PresidentsOver the past year, Central
Arizona College has celebrated
many accomplishments. I
extend my appreciation to our
donors, faculty and staff who
so generously assisted students
in the achievement of their
dreams. Within this report
you will read about the success
of our students, faculty, staff and alumni, our newly
implemented initiatives and academic programs; our
student demographics; our highly valued grant
projects, and our college foundation activities.
I believe that CAC produces some of the best scholars
and leaders in the state and in the nation. In May we
awarded 892 certificates and degrees to 846 graduates
during a district-wide ceremony held at the Signal
Peak Campus. Then, in November we dedicated the
Wall of Success. Fourteen new inductees were
recognized for their notable accomplishments and
joined 75 alumni who have been inducted over the
past six years. The Wall’s permanent home is located
in the lobby of the Don P. Pence Center. I invite you
to view the Wall of Success next time you are on
campus and hope you can join us each November as
we recognize new alums for achieving greatness, both
personally and professionally.
The Higher Learning Commission, our accrediting
body, recognized the college’s commitment to quality
and excellence. CAC has received a recommendation
for renewal from the HLC through the 2022-2023
academic year. This action demonstrates the ongoing
dedication of our employees and support of our
community members. Several new academic
programs were offered to prepare Pinal County
residents for high paying jobs. They include
Communications Studies, Logistics – Organization
Management, and Manufacturing Engineering.
From time to time, CAC conducts an economic
impact study to best understand the economic
contributions of the college. The EMSI (Economic
Modeling Specialists Intl.) study includes an
investment analysis and economic growth analysis.
Contributions of the college are categorized into
three impact areas; student perspective, social
perspective and taxpayer perspective. CAC plays
a vital role in promoting economic development,
enhancing students’ careers and improving quality of
life for Pinal County and the State of Arizona. In fact,
the total impact created by CAC to the county was
$212.7 million. CAC remains dedicated to providing
educational, economic, cultural, and personal growth
opportunities for the citizens of Pinal County and the
State of Arizona.
On behalf of CAC, I extend my deepest gratitude for
your generous support and friendship.
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Highlights
ExcellenceLearning
All-Arizona and All-USA Academic Teams
Six of CAC’s outstanding students were selected to the Phi Theta Kappa
International Honor Society All-Arizona Academic Team for their outstanding
academic performance and service to the college and community.
The 2014 CAC All-Arizona Academic Team members include:
First Team: 	 Sean Kolder (Signal Peak Campus), Aline Kraus (Superstition 	
	 Mountain Campus) and Lorena Villanueva (Aravaipa Campus)
Second Team: 	 Steven Shedd (Signal Peak Campus) and Carly Thalman 	
	 (Superstition Mountain Campus)
Third Team: 	 Kandace Kelly (Aravaipa Campus)
All-Arizona Academic Team members receive special recognition,
including medallions, certificates and scholarships. First Team
members receive a $1,000 check, while Second Team members are
presented with $750 and Third Team members are granted $500.
They are also eligible for full tuition scholarships to any of Arizona’s
three public universities.
Following her selection to the All-Arizona team Lorena Villanueva was one
of 20 two-year college students nationwide named to the 24th annual
All-USA Community College Academic Team. She received an additional
$2,500 scholarship, furnished by Follett Higher Education Group, for her
outstanding intellectual achievement and leadership.
Guistwhite and Coca-Cola Scholar Honors
Aline Kraus (Superstition Mountain Campus) was one of 20 students nation-
wide selected to receive the 2014 Guistwhite Scholarship. Guistwhite Scholars
are chosen based on academic achievement, leadership accomplishment, and
engagement in Phi Theta Kappa programs. Each Guistwhite Scholar received a
$5,000 scholarship for baccalaureate studies and a commemorative medallion.
The 2014 recipients were selected by a panel of indepen-
dent judges from more than 1,700 applicants to receive this
scholarship, the second-highest offered by Phi Theta Kappa.
Sean Kolder (Signal Peak Campus), was named a 2014
Coca-Cola Community College Academic Team Gold
Scholar. The Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation sponsors the
Coca-Cola Community College Academic Team program
by recognizing 50 Gold, 50 Silver and 50 Bronze Scholars.
Each Gold Scholar received a $1,500 scholarship
and a special medallion.
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Highlights
Excellence
Learning
CAC’s PTK Chapter Earns Distinguished Chapter OfficerTeam Award
The Alpha Theta Delta Chapter Officer Team of Phi Theta Kappa at CAC was
among 30 Phi Theta Kappa officer teams internationally honored with the 2014
Distinguished Chapter Officer Team Award, presented by Phi Theta Kappa
Honor Society.
CAC’s officer team received commemorative medallions during the Hallmark
Awards Gala held during NerdNation 2014, Phi Theta Kappa’s annual
convention in Orlando, FL.
“Phi Theta Kappa is an institution that challenges our best students to become
leaders on- and off-campus,” said Professor Carol Johnson, director of the
honors program at CAC. “Our PTK officers have embraced that challenge with
enthusiasm and have been rewarded for the impact they have made in
our community.”
Distinguished Chapter Officer Teams are chosen based on the team’s
demonstration of an exceptional atmosphere of teamwork, leadership abilities,
promotion of Honors in Action, other engagement in the Society, and
enthusiasm for the Hallmarks of the Society (Scholarship, Leadership, Service
and Fellowship). They were selected by a panel of judges from over 200
nominees worldwide.
Annual DECA International Career Conference
The CAC Business Club sent seven students to the Collegiate DECA Inter-
national Career Development Conference. Students engaged in two days of
competition, enjoyed the sites around Washington DC and formed lasting
friendships with other Arizona DECA members and delegates from across the
country and around the globe.
The CAC students who traveled and participated in the conference included:
Mark Creech, Luis Calderon, Sierra Evans, Sean Kolder, Emily Mathieson,
Amanda Morrison, Timothy Wickert
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Highlights
ExcellenceinTeaching
George Fridell Excellence in Teaching Award
Formerly known as the President’s Award, the George Fridell Excellence in
Teaching Award is presented annually in memory of Fridell, who passed
away several years ago. Winners are chosen based upon their willingness
to further their own knowledge; engage and support students and student
knowledge; use a variety of new concepts and teaching methods; and
participate in the college’s community activities.
Dr. Derrick Span, professor of sociology and philosophy and
Kristen Benedict, professor of agriculture were named the college’s 2014
George Fridell Excellence in Teaching Award recipients.
Span has taught at CAC for the last six years. Prior to joining the college, he
served the Community Action Partnership, the nation’s largest anti-poverty
network, as its president.
“I am honored to be a recipient of this prestigious teaching award,” Span
said. “In many ways, it is a validation of the need to introduce important and
critical issues on race, ethnicity, poverty and power into the classroom and
helping students to develop ideas through critical thinking.”
A 1997 graduate of CAC, Benedict has been employed with the college
since 2003.
“It is a humbling experience to be selected for this tremendous honor,”
Benedict said. “As a college student I was lucky enough to know and work
with George Fridell. His love of teaching and his impact upon his students
is still felt to this day. I am truly excited to be added to the list of honorees.
Their excellent track records and dedication to quality education reveal the
true significance of this award.”
Center forTeaching and Learning
In fall 2014 the College implemented the Center for Teaching and Learning
(CTL). Under the leadership of Tracey Powers, professor of faculty
development, an initial needs assessment was conducted with faculty, a CTL
advisory group was formed and a professional development funding program
was instituted.
Services provided by the CTL include:
• Extensive online resources via Blackboard site with all full-time and adjunct 	
faculty having access • Hot Topic sessions each week
• Scheduled workshops like instructional design and screencasting
• Individual consultations conducted in person, phone, and via Blackboard IM
• Customized training • Enhanced adjunct faculty orientation
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Highlights
Champion
Athletics
Learning Begins Day One
The Learning Begins Day One initiative, known as On Time Registration
(OTR) was implemented in Fall 2013 to assist students in being better
prepared and more successful in the classroom.
The OTR Taskforce, led by Debbie Foster, Assistant Dean, was instrumental
in developing this new policy to promote positive learning experiences for
CAC students.
“When our students register on time,” Foster explained, “they are more likely
to be successful in their classes, get into the classes they want, complete their
degrees on time, and avoid last-minute hassles.”
OTR means that students are only permitted to enroll in a class that has not
already met. The last day to enroll in an online class is the official start date
for that class.
CAC’s athletic teams continue to excel. The Vaqueros and Vaqueras have been
a dominant force on the national two-year college scene, posting 38 National
Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) and Arizona Community
College Athletic conference (ACCAC) championships and numerous
second-and third-place finishes over the past four decades.
During this past year the Women’s Basketball Team, Men’s Cross Country
along with the Men and Women’s Rodeo Teams celebrated regional wins. The
Men’s Cross Country team brought home the NJCAA national championship.
The Women’s Rodeo Team was named 2014 National Intercollegiate Rodeo
Association champions.
For athletic schedules and additional team information
visit vaquerosports.com.
Highlights
Excellence
CollegeSupport
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Highlights
AcademicInitiatives
CAC is dedicated to providing quality learning experiences. The college
has implemented several new academic initiatives to provide educational
opportunities for Pinal County citizens. Some of these include:
New Communication Studies Program: Coursework in this new program focuses
on basic communication principles, public speaking and group dynamics. Students
explore how to use electronic and social media effectively, improve speaking and
listening skills, apply communication theory, and how to appropriately communicate
in various settings. Additional course options include Fundamentals of Human
Communication, Interpersonal Communication, Small Group Communication,
Public Speaking, Professional Communication and
Intercultural Communication.
Culinary Arts Program Expanded toThree Campuses:
Students may elect to begin their culinary arts journey at the
Maricopa Campus, Signal Peak Campus and now, the San
Tan Campus. The Culinary Arts program at Central
Arizona College offers several degrees and certificates that
can enhance job skills and increase employment
possibilities. Students may enroll for one class or follow a
certificate or degree path: Baking Certificate; Culinary Arts
Certificate I; and Culinary Arts Certificate II; or Culinary
Arts Associate of Applied Science degree.
New Fundamentals of Logistics-Organization
Management (BUS292) course: In this three credit class,
students are introduced to the fundamentals of logistics;
including procurement, inventory, transportation,
warehousing, materials handling, packaging, information
management, sustainability and international logistics of supply chain management.
The course provides a foundation for job skills to support possible employment
opportunities within Pinal County for major industries such as Ross Laboratory, Frito
Lay, Franklin Foods, Ehrmann Arizona Dairy LLC and PhoenixMart.
Manufacturing Engineering Program: Students can choose the training to best
meet their educational goals and needs, including online training. Certificates
include; Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Labview Programming, and
Manufacturing Electronics. Two associate of applied science (A.A.S.) degrees are also
offered: Manufacturing Engineering and Nanofabrication Technology. Students may
choose to specialize in automated manufacturing, semiconductor, or both, providing
them with experience in programmable logic controllers (PLCs). Similar to the
manufacturing certificate option, those presently employed in the industry can enroll
in the AAS degree to upgrade their skills.
The manufacturing program currently partners with several industries including
Daisy, Frito Lay, Abbott and Hexal to ensure the current methodologies and processes
are being taught. As new industry arrives in Pinal County, the college’s partnerships
are bound to expand.
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2013-2014 Student District Demograpghics
Highlights
Student
Demographics
Male
59.4%
Not Recorded
0.4%
Female
40.3%
Part Time
9,643
Full Time
2,103
Median Age
24
Average Age
28
Pinal County
77.4%
Out-of-County
16.4%
Out-of-State
4.2%
Foreign
0.2%
Unknown
1.8%
Oldest Graduate
74 yrs Graduates
846
Men
388
Women
458
5 Students received both a
high school diploma and
an associate’s degree
Youngest Graduate
16 yrs
Class of 2014 Degrees & Certificates Awarded
n CERTIFICATES n DEGREES
0
200
400
600
800
1000
1200
2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
559 534 513
563
360
356 440 518
317
532
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Highlights
CollegeGrants
CAC Receives Largest Grant in History of College
CAC was awarded a $10 million Trade Adjustment Assistance Community College
and Career Training Grants initiative (TAACCCT). In partnership with consortium
members; Eastern Arizona College (Thatcher, AZ), GateWay Community College -
Maricopa Skills Center (Phoenix, AZ), and Estrella Mountain Community College
- Southwest Skill Center (Avondale, AZ) CAC will share the funds to establish the
Arizona Regional Advanced Manufacturing Professional Upgrade
project (AZ RAMP Up).
AZ RAMP Up will be financed 100% with the funding provided through the
Department of Labor’s Employment Training Administration. It will be designed to
accelerate student learning and strengthen student success in advanced
manufacturing. Strategies include competency based education, prior learning
assessments, and engagement with industry. Additionally, academic and industry
recognized certificates that transfer to other degree programs within the state and
those that lead to skilled manufacturing jobs in Arizona will be established.
CAC received an additional state appropriation of $750,000 in Science,Technology,
Engineering and Math (STEM) andWorkforce Development funding. This
brings the total STEM state dollars received by the college to $1,009,300. These new
funds will be used for the following:
• Upgrading science labs and providing equipment for all labs throughout the district.
• Implementation of a Culinary Arts program at the San Tan Campus.
• Construction of a fabrication laboratory (fab lab) at the Signal Peak Campus that
will integrate digital manufacturing system competencies. Students will learn how to
design, create, and fabricate products quickly, accurately, and inexpensively. Students
in advanced manufacturing, welding, and machining will be able to connect with
students in other fab labs around the country and the world.
Plus 50 Encore Completion Program
CAC was chosen to join the Plus 50 Encore Completion Program, a national effort to
train 10,000 baby boomers for new jobs in health care, education and social services.
The college will assist adults age 50 and over in completing degrees or certificates in
high-demand occupations that give back to the community. The program is sponsored
by the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC).
Science Foundation Arizona
As a sub-grantee under Science Foundation Arizona, CAC will conduct summer
workshops in biotechnology instrumentation for high school science teachers and
student teachers in teacher education programs. The workshops will be open to
participants from both Pinal County and neighboring counties. CAC received $25,000
for the first year of the grant and will receive $25,000 for the next two consecutive
years as well.
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Highlights
College
CACContributions
CAC Creates Value
CAC plays a significant role in Pinal County’s economy, according to a study conducted
by Economic Modeling Specialist International (EMSI). Education funding is an
investment for students, taxpayers and society as a whole. The report indicates that CAC
contributed $212.7 million to the county during fiscal year 2013-2014.
CAC’s major stakeholders are grouped into students, society and taxpayers. As shown
below, students receive a cumulative return of $6 in higher future wages. At the same
time, investments made by local taxpayers create a wide range of benefits to society.
Ultimately, returning more to government budgets. For every dollar of support,
taxpayers see a return of $1.30 in the form of higher tax revenues and avoided costs.
Students who attend CAC during the study year are expected to contribute to a safer,
healthier county and state. This produces more tax revenue and reduces taxpayer costs
associated with health, crime and unemployment.
CAC plays a key role in helping students increase their employability and achieve their
individual potential. As shown in Figure 1, income levels increase as people achieve
higher levels of education. Students who complete an associate’s degree from CAC will
see an increase in earnings of $8,500 compared to those who have received only a high
school diploma. Over a working lifetime, this increase amounts to an undiscounted
value of approximately $340,000 in higher income.
The full report can be found at www.centralaz.edu/socioeconomic.
$49,400
$36,700
$28,200
$16,600
Figure 1. Annual Income by Education Level
at Career Midpointin Pinal County
$33.5 million
Operations spending impact
$67.9 thousand
Impact of student spending
$179.2 million
Alumni impact
$212.7 million
Total impact
Income created by CAC in FY
2013-14 (Added income)
Source: EMSI complete employment data
STUDENTS
$6.00
Gained in lifetime income for
STUDENTS
SOCIETY
$6.90
Gained in added state income and
social savings for SOCIETY
TAXPAYERS
$1.30
Gained in added taxes and public
sector savings for TAXPAYERS
For every $1 spent by ...
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Highlights
DedicatedWallofSuccess
Highlights
Promise
fortheFuture
Wall of Success
CAC dedicated the Wall of Success and welcomed 14 new members to this
honor on November 22, 2014 during a special ceremony at the Don P. Pence
Center for Visual & Performing Arts.
The CAC Wall of Success is designed to recognize outstanding alumni for their
personal and professional accomplishments. Many factors go into
selecting Wall of Success members, including but not limited to volunteerism
in the community; professional, local, regional, national or international
recognition; and accomplishment in their field of expertise.
The 2014 Wall of Success inductees include; Mary Helen Alvarez, Robert G.
Brisbin, Deborah Buie, JoAnne Galindo, Jacqueline Hendrie-Henry, Amanda
Hernandez, Dr. Kenneth Jeffers, Cathy J. Kenyon, Danna Kreckler, Ann
Mitchell, Aurora Belarde Nevarez, Charles T. Reinebold, Josh Spence, and
Louis Teel.
Promise for the Future
Promise was conceived as an educational initiative in a dropout
prevention project in 2001 – to encourage students to stay in
high school and graduate. The program continues to have a vital
role in this capacity; the Pinal County dropout in 2001-02 when
the program began was 10.2%. The dropout rate for the period
2013/14 is 5.5%. We believe the Promise for the Future
scholarship program has contributed to this decline.
Students, who are Pinal County residents, graduate from a Pinal
County high school with a 2.75 or better grade point average, and
participate in twenty hours of community service are eligible for a Promise for
the Future scholarship that pays for four consecutive semesters of tuition to any
of the Central Arizona College campuses, a scholarship value of nearly $4,000.
The Promise for the Future Scholarship Program opens a door for families to
begin thinking about college at an earlier age, becoming an incentive for
completing high school, and providing knowledge that college will be affordable.
Students, who work toward a goal and are successful, are rewarded for their effort
with the opportunity to attend Central Arizona College at no cost for tuition.
During the 2014 academic year, 506 students (first and second year) enrolled
at CAC for a total of $871,838 in Promise scholarships, an increase of nearly
$200,000 from the previous year. Support was far reaching through many
individual, corporate and foundation gifts.
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Central Arizona College Foundation
Central Arizona College Foundation, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, is
dedicated to increasing resources, raising funds, and creating friends and
partnerships to support the mission of Central Arizona College.
Since its formation in 1968, the Central Arizona College Foundation has grown
to address the many opportunities and challenges of Central Arizona
College and its students. The Foundation has an engaged and committed
volunteer Board of Directors, representing the diverse Pinal County
community, who are responsible for managing the Foundation portfolio of
$4.9 million including a scholarship endowment of $3.9 million.
The Foundation has contributed to the Central Arizona College community in
the following ways:
• Provided more than $4.1 million in funding to students and the College for
student scholarships, grants to enhance academic achievement and special
projects that improve the quality of educational programs;
• Founded the Promise for the Future Scholarship program to help increase
the high school graduate rate in Pinal County along with access to higher
education.
• Assisted many individuals, families and organizations in setting up
scholarships to support students and specific programs;
• Hosted and participated in numerous events in communities across Pinal
County to build and foster relations with the communities and agencies that
the College serves; and
• Provided recognition of students, college staff, Foundation and community
members for outstanding service or contributions to Central Arizona College.
THANK YOU to our many alumni and friends for your support and service.
An annual gift provides the critical flexible means by which the Foundation is
able to offer scholarships, initiate events, and maintain the good works of the
Foundation. Regardless of the amount of your gift, your gift makes an
immediate and lasting impact in the life of our students, staff and faculty.
We encourage you to learn more about the Central Arizona College
Foundation and get involved in growing our College community
and resources.
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College
Foundation
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Financial
Central Arizona College Foundation	
Statement of Activities	
Year Ended June 30, 2014							
		Temporarily	Permanently		
	 Unrestricted	Restricted	 Restricted	 Total	
Revenues, gains and other support
Contributions	 $	 22,518 	 $	 103,639 	 $	 36,120 	 $	 162,277
Contributions - donated services and space		 84,192 	 - 		 - 		 	 84,192
Investment Income	 -	 		 122,621 	 -	 		 122,621
Net realized and unrealized gain on investments	 -	 		 592,217 	 -	 		 592,217
Net assets released from restrictions		 409,293 		 (409,293)	 -	 	 -
Total revenues, gains, and other support	 $	 516,003 	 $	 409,184 	 $	 36,120 	 $	 961,307
									
Expenses and losses
Scholarships	 $	 354,762 	 $ -	 	$ -	 	$	 354,762
Fundraising	 - - - -
Public relations		 1,000 	 -		 -			 1,000
Office operation expenses		 97,322 	 -	 	 -	 		 97,322
Total expenses and losses		 453,084 	 - 	 	 -	 		 453,084
Change in net assets		 62,919 		 409,184 		 36,120 		 508,223
Net assets, beginning of year		 76,391		 685,382 		 3,380,646 		 4,142,419
Net assets, end of year	 $	 139,310 	 $	 1,094,566 	 $	 3,416,766 	 $	 4,650,642
									
	 								
Central Arizona College Foundation			
Statement of Financial Position
Year Ended June 30, 2014			
			
ASSETS
Current Assets
Cash and cash equivalents	 $	 231,549	
Certificate of deposit – current		 63,796	
Promises to give		 50,000
Total Currant assets	 $	345,345
Noncurrent Assets
Promises to give, net of current portion	 $ -
Certificate of deposit 		 438,382
Investments		4,038,508
Total noncurrent assets	 $	4,476,890
Total assets	 $	4,822,235
Liabilities
Accounts payable	 $	 171,593
Total liabilities	 $	171,593
Net assets
Unrestricted		139,310
Temporarily restricted		 1,094,566	
Permanently restricted		 3,416,766
Total Net Assets	 $	 4,650,642
Total liabilities and net assets	 $	 4,822,235
	
Central
Arizona
College
Foundation
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DONORS
Giving Clubs
Your name or the name of your business is listed in
the Giving Club that summarizes your total support
to the Central Arizona College Foundation from July
1, 2013 to June 30, 2014.
Friends - Up to $249
Santos Apocada
Sarah Armstrong
Joel Beck
Diane Beecroft
Wendy L. Britt
Deanna Lyn Broking
Cara Bryant
Kenneth Cook
Elissa Craig
Chris Demaline
Ronita Douglass
Jamie Ferguson
Debra Foster
Cheryl Foster
Evelyn Friend
Debra Galvan
Stella Garcia
Karen Geldmacher
Jennifer	Gonzales
Angela Greensweight
Joey A. Gutierrez
Alyson K. Hanson
Tressie Hanson
Gayle Haro
Debra Headley
Jon Heiden
Mary Lou Hernandez
Veronica Joaquin
Lisa Koehring
Susan Ledenican
Cholla Club - $250 to $499
Aravaipa Property Owners Association
Arizona Public Service
Delta Kappa Gamma
Thomas DiCamillo
Florence Copper Inc.
Frank Gibson
Richard Gibson
Valerie Jensen
Robin Morris
Marilyn	Ramirez
San Tan Regional Chamber
Susan Shaw
Town of Winkelman
Wells Fargo Foundation
Saguaro Club - $500 to $749
Arizona Nurses Foundation
Gladys S. Christensen
Brent Murphree
Eugenia Slater
Hugo Steincamp
PaloVerde Club - $750 to $999
L.S. (Jake”) Jacobson
Ocotillo Club - $1,000 to $2,499	
Terri Ackland
William (Bill) Brown
Evelyn Casuga
Robert Flatley
Jim Garrett - Garrett Motors
Cindy M. Bower -Global Water, LLC
Jackie L. Guthrie - EPS Group, Inc.
Shirley Ann Hartman
Adam Hawkins - Polsinelli
James R. Kimsey
Richard	King
Tim O’Dowd - DLR Group
Melissa Rabago - Resolution Copper Mining
Resolution Copper Mining
Janeen Rohovit - Salt River Project
Jordan Rose - Rose Law Group PC
Salt River Project
Sandie Smith
Jack Stonebraker - Print & Pack Express
Joan Wuertz
Mark Zeibak – TransCanada
Pence Club - $2,500 to $4,999
Dr. Doris Helmich
Winkelman Resource Management Center
Schoen Circle - $5,000-$9,999	
Saddle Brooke Community Outreach
President’s Club - $10,000 or more
Anonymous
Arizona Community Foundation
Fire Chiefs Association of Pinal County
Office of the Pinal County Attorney
Pinal County Federal Credit Union
Saddle Notes, Inc.
Sodexo, Inc. & Affiliates
We have made every effort to make this report
accurate. However, we do recognize that
mistakes can be made. If your name has been
misspelled, listed incorrectly, or omitted, please
accept our apology and notify the
Foundation at 520-494-5216 or
email pamela.welle@centralaz.edu.
James Lee
Verl Long
Luis Martinez
Debra Maurer
Mary J. Menzel-Germanson
Merle’s Automotive Supply, Inc.
Judy Miller
DeLois Mitchell
Lorrie K. Pena
Susan Phillips
Paula Prock
Rosemary Ramirez
Beverly Robinette
San Manuel Rotary Club
San Pedro River Farms
Charles Schnoor
Thomas C. Scholz
Monira Shelton
Sherrie Soria
Denise Spisak
Bernita Thompson
Dora Tompkins
Phil Tompkins
Town of Kearny
Janice Vermiglio-Smith
Monica Vogan
Wells Fargo Community
Support Campaign
Maren Wilson
Central Arizona College
Signal Peak Campus	 Superstition Mountain Campus	 Aravaipa Campus	 Maricopa Campus	 SanTan Campus
8470 N. Overfield Rd.	 805 S. Idaho Road		 80440 E. Aravaipa Rd.	 17945 N. Regent Drive	 3736 E. BellaVista Road
Coolidge, AZ 85128	 Apache Junction, AZ 85119		 Winkelman, AZ 85192	 Maricopa, AZ 85138	 SanTanValley, AZ 85143
520-494-5444		480-677-7700			520-357-2800		520-494-6400		480-677-7825
800-237-9814					866-869-6507				520-494-6725
Casa Grande Center	 Corporate Center	 Florence Center
1015 E. Florence Blvd. 	 (Interstate 10 & Florence Blvd.)	 P.O. Box 707
Casa Grande, AZ 85122	 540 N. Camino Mercado	 800 E. Butte Avenue
520-494-6050		 Casa Grande, AZ 85122	 Florence, AZ 85132
		520-494-6600		 520-494-6801
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CAC 2014 Annual Report Highlights Excellence

  • 1. 2 0 1 4 Annual Report Central Arizona College
  • 2. 1 DIRECTORS Board of Central Arizona College Governing Board (2014) Mr. Richard Gibson President Mrs. Gladys Christensen Vice President/Secretary Dr. Debra Banks Mrs. Rita Nader Mr. JackYarrington Central Arizona College Foundation Board of Directors Sandie Smith, President Pinal Partnership Evelyn Casuga, Past President Arizona Public Service Janeen Rohovit, Vice-President Salt River Project Jackie L. Guthrie, Secretary/Treasurer EPS Group L.S.“Jake”Jacobson, Member-at-Large Copper Basin Railway Brent Murphree, Member-at-Large The Cotton Board Doris Helmich, Ed.D President, Central Arizona College Cindy M. Bowers Global Water Stacy Brimhall Langley Properties Harold Christ Pyramid Community Developers Robert Flatley City of Coolidge Jim Garrett Garrett Motors Shirley Ann Hartman Hartman Ranch Adam P. Hawkins Veridus LLC Melissa Rabago Resolution Copper Co. Jordan R. Rose Rose Law Group PC Jack Stonebraker Edward Jones Joan Wuertz Community Volunteer Mark Zeibak TransCanada Emeriti Members Mel Anderson Kay Benedict Chuck McHugh Central Arizona College 8470 N. Overfield Rd. Coolidge AZ 85128 1-800-237-9814 ext. 5111 www.centralaz.edu
  • 3. 2 MESSAGE PresidentsOver the past year, Central Arizona College has celebrated many accomplishments. I extend my appreciation to our donors, faculty and staff who so generously assisted students in the achievement of their dreams. Within this report you will read about the success of our students, faculty, staff and alumni, our newly implemented initiatives and academic programs; our student demographics; our highly valued grant projects, and our college foundation activities. I believe that CAC produces some of the best scholars and leaders in the state and in the nation. In May we awarded 892 certificates and degrees to 846 graduates during a district-wide ceremony held at the Signal Peak Campus. Then, in November we dedicated the Wall of Success. Fourteen new inductees were recognized for their notable accomplishments and joined 75 alumni who have been inducted over the past six years. The Wall’s permanent home is located in the lobby of the Don P. Pence Center. I invite you to view the Wall of Success next time you are on campus and hope you can join us each November as we recognize new alums for achieving greatness, both personally and professionally. The Higher Learning Commission, our accrediting body, recognized the college’s commitment to quality and excellence. CAC has received a recommendation for renewal from the HLC through the 2022-2023 academic year. This action demonstrates the ongoing dedication of our employees and support of our community members. Several new academic programs were offered to prepare Pinal County residents for high paying jobs. They include Communications Studies, Logistics – Organization Management, and Manufacturing Engineering. From time to time, CAC conducts an economic impact study to best understand the economic contributions of the college. The EMSI (Economic Modeling Specialists Intl.) study includes an investment analysis and economic growth analysis. Contributions of the college are categorized into three impact areas; student perspective, social perspective and taxpayer perspective. CAC plays a vital role in promoting economic development, enhancing students’ careers and improving quality of life for Pinal County and the State of Arizona. In fact, the total impact created by CAC to the county was $212.7 million. CAC remains dedicated to providing educational, economic, cultural, and personal growth opportunities for the citizens of Pinal County and the State of Arizona. On behalf of CAC, I extend my deepest gratitude for your generous support and friendship.
  • 4. 3 Highlights ExcellenceLearning All-Arizona and All-USA Academic Teams Six of CAC’s outstanding students were selected to the Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society All-Arizona Academic Team for their outstanding academic performance and service to the college and community. The 2014 CAC All-Arizona Academic Team members include: First Team: Sean Kolder (Signal Peak Campus), Aline Kraus (Superstition Mountain Campus) and Lorena Villanueva (Aravaipa Campus) Second Team: Steven Shedd (Signal Peak Campus) and Carly Thalman (Superstition Mountain Campus) Third Team: Kandace Kelly (Aravaipa Campus) All-Arizona Academic Team members receive special recognition, including medallions, certificates and scholarships. First Team members receive a $1,000 check, while Second Team members are presented with $750 and Third Team members are granted $500. They are also eligible for full tuition scholarships to any of Arizona’s three public universities. Following her selection to the All-Arizona team Lorena Villanueva was one of 20 two-year college students nationwide named to the 24th annual All-USA Community College Academic Team. She received an additional $2,500 scholarship, furnished by Follett Higher Education Group, for her outstanding intellectual achievement and leadership. Guistwhite and Coca-Cola Scholar Honors Aline Kraus (Superstition Mountain Campus) was one of 20 students nation- wide selected to receive the 2014 Guistwhite Scholarship. Guistwhite Scholars are chosen based on academic achievement, leadership accomplishment, and engagement in Phi Theta Kappa programs. Each Guistwhite Scholar received a $5,000 scholarship for baccalaureate studies and a commemorative medallion. The 2014 recipients were selected by a panel of indepen- dent judges from more than 1,700 applicants to receive this scholarship, the second-highest offered by Phi Theta Kappa. Sean Kolder (Signal Peak Campus), was named a 2014 Coca-Cola Community College Academic Team Gold Scholar. The Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation sponsors the Coca-Cola Community College Academic Team program by recognizing 50 Gold, 50 Silver and 50 Bronze Scholars. Each Gold Scholar received a $1,500 scholarship and a special medallion.
  • 5. 4 Highlights Excellence Learning CAC’s PTK Chapter Earns Distinguished Chapter OfficerTeam Award The Alpha Theta Delta Chapter Officer Team of Phi Theta Kappa at CAC was among 30 Phi Theta Kappa officer teams internationally honored with the 2014 Distinguished Chapter Officer Team Award, presented by Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society. CAC’s officer team received commemorative medallions during the Hallmark Awards Gala held during NerdNation 2014, Phi Theta Kappa’s annual convention in Orlando, FL. “Phi Theta Kappa is an institution that challenges our best students to become leaders on- and off-campus,” said Professor Carol Johnson, director of the honors program at CAC. “Our PTK officers have embraced that challenge with enthusiasm and have been rewarded for the impact they have made in our community.” Distinguished Chapter Officer Teams are chosen based on the team’s demonstration of an exceptional atmosphere of teamwork, leadership abilities, promotion of Honors in Action, other engagement in the Society, and enthusiasm for the Hallmarks of the Society (Scholarship, Leadership, Service and Fellowship). They were selected by a panel of judges from over 200 nominees worldwide. Annual DECA International Career Conference The CAC Business Club sent seven students to the Collegiate DECA Inter- national Career Development Conference. Students engaged in two days of competition, enjoyed the sites around Washington DC and formed lasting friendships with other Arizona DECA members and delegates from across the country and around the globe. The CAC students who traveled and participated in the conference included: Mark Creech, Luis Calderon, Sierra Evans, Sean Kolder, Emily Mathieson, Amanda Morrison, Timothy Wickert
  • 6. 5 Highlights ExcellenceinTeaching George Fridell Excellence in Teaching Award Formerly known as the President’s Award, the George Fridell Excellence in Teaching Award is presented annually in memory of Fridell, who passed away several years ago. Winners are chosen based upon their willingness to further their own knowledge; engage and support students and student knowledge; use a variety of new concepts and teaching methods; and participate in the college’s community activities. Dr. Derrick Span, professor of sociology and philosophy and Kristen Benedict, professor of agriculture were named the college’s 2014 George Fridell Excellence in Teaching Award recipients. Span has taught at CAC for the last six years. Prior to joining the college, he served the Community Action Partnership, the nation’s largest anti-poverty network, as its president. “I am honored to be a recipient of this prestigious teaching award,” Span said. “In many ways, it is a validation of the need to introduce important and critical issues on race, ethnicity, poverty and power into the classroom and helping students to develop ideas through critical thinking.” A 1997 graduate of CAC, Benedict has been employed with the college since 2003. “It is a humbling experience to be selected for this tremendous honor,” Benedict said. “As a college student I was lucky enough to know and work with George Fridell. His love of teaching and his impact upon his students is still felt to this day. I am truly excited to be added to the list of honorees. Their excellent track records and dedication to quality education reveal the true significance of this award.” Center forTeaching and Learning In fall 2014 the College implemented the Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL). Under the leadership of Tracey Powers, professor of faculty development, an initial needs assessment was conducted with faculty, a CTL advisory group was formed and a professional development funding program was instituted. Services provided by the CTL include: • Extensive online resources via Blackboard site with all full-time and adjunct faculty having access • Hot Topic sessions each week • Scheduled workshops like instructional design and screencasting • Individual consultations conducted in person, phone, and via Blackboard IM • Customized training • Enhanced adjunct faculty orientation
  • 7. 6 Highlights Champion Athletics Learning Begins Day One The Learning Begins Day One initiative, known as On Time Registration (OTR) was implemented in Fall 2013 to assist students in being better prepared and more successful in the classroom. The OTR Taskforce, led by Debbie Foster, Assistant Dean, was instrumental in developing this new policy to promote positive learning experiences for CAC students. “When our students register on time,” Foster explained, “they are more likely to be successful in their classes, get into the classes they want, complete their degrees on time, and avoid last-minute hassles.” OTR means that students are only permitted to enroll in a class that has not already met. The last day to enroll in an online class is the official start date for that class. CAC’s athletic teams continue to excel. The Vaqueros and Vaqueras have been a dominant force on the national two-year college scene, posting 38 National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) and Arizona Community College Athletic conference (ACCAC) championships and numerous second-and third-place finishes over the past four decades. During this past year the Women’s Basketball Team, Men’s Cross Country along with the Men and Women’s Rodeo Teams celebrated regional wins. The Men’s Cross Country team brought home the NJCAA national championship. The Women’s Rodeo Team was named 2014 National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association champions. For athletic schedules and additional team information visit vaquerosports.com. Highlights Excellence CollegeSupport
  • 8. 7 Highlights AcademicInitiatives CAC is dedicated to providing quality learning experiences. The college has implemented several new academic initiatives to provide educational opportunities for Pinal County citizens. Some of these include: New Communication Studies Program: Coursework in this new program focuses on basic communication principles, public speaking and group dynamics. Students explore how to use electronic and social media effectively, improve speaking and listening skills, apply communication theory, and how to appropriately communicate in various settings. Additional course options include Fundamentals of Human Communication, Interpersonal Communication, Small Group Communication, Public Speaking, Professional Communication and Intercultural Communication. Culinary Arts Program Expanded toThree Campuses: Students may elect to begin their culinary arts journey at the Maricopa Campus, Signal Peak Campus and now, the San Tan Campus. The Culinary Arts program at Central Arizona College offers several degrees and certificates that can enhance job skills and increase employment possibilities. Students may enroll for one class or follow a certificate or degree path: Baking Certificate; Culinary Arts Certificate I; and Culinary Arts Certificate II; or Culinary Arts Associate of Applied Science degree. New Fundamentals of Logistics-Organization Management (BUS292) course: In this three credit class, students are introduced to the fundamentals of logistics; including procurement, inventory, transportation, warehousing, materials handling, packaging, information management, sustainability and international logistics of supply chain management. The course provides a foundation for job skills to support possible employment opportunities within Pinal County for major industries such as Ross Laboratory, Frito Lay, Franklin Foods, Ehrmann Arizona Dairy LLC and PhoenixMart. Manufacturing Engineering Program: Students can choose the training to best meet their educational goals and needs, including online training. Certificates include; Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Labview Programming, and Manufacturing Electronics. Two associate of applied science (A.A.S.) degrees are also offered: Manufacturing Engineering and Nanofabrication Technology. Students may choose to specialize in automated manufacturing, semiconductor, or both, providing them with experience in programmable logic controllers (PLCs). Similar to the manufacturing certificate option, those presently employed in the industry can enroll in the AAS degree to upgrade their skills. The manufacturing program currently partners with several industries including Daisy, Frito Lay, Abbott and Hexal to ensure the current methodologies and processes are being taught. As new industry arrives in Pinal County, the college’s partnerships are bound to expand.
  • 9. 8 2013-2014 Student District Demograpghics Highlights Student Demographics Male 59.4% Not Recorded 0.4% Female 40.3% Part Time 9,643 Full Time 2,103 Median Age 24 Average Age 28 Pinal County 77.4% Out-of-County 16.4% Out-of-State 4.2% Foreign 0.2% Unknown 1.8% Oldest Graduate 74 yrs Graduates 846 Men 388 Women 458 5 Students received both a high school diploma and an associate’s degree Youngest Graduate 16 yrs Class of 2014 Degrees & Certificates Awarded n CERTIFICATES n DEGREES 0 200 400 600 800 1000 1200 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 559 534 513 563 360 356 440 518 317 532
  • 10. 9 Highlights CollegeGrants CAC Receives Largest Grant in History of College CAC was awarded a $10 million Trade Adjustment Assistance Community College and Career Training Grants initiative (TAACCCT). In partnership with consortium members; Eastern Arizona College (Thatcher, AZ), GateWay Community College - Maricopa Skills Center (Phoenix, AZ), and Estrella Mountain Community College - Southwest Skill Center (Avondale, AZ) CAC will share the funds to establish the Arizona Regional Advanced Manufacturing Professional Upgrade project (AZ RAMP Up). AZ RAMP Up will be financed 100% with the funding provided through the Department of Labor’s Employment Training Administration. It will be designed to accelerate student learning and strengthen student success in advanced manufacturing. Strategies include competency based education, prior learning assessments, and engagement with industry. Additionally, academic and industry recognized certificates that transfer to other degree programs within the state and those that lead to skilled manufacturing jobs in Arizona will be established. CAC received an additional state appropriation of $750,000 in Science,Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) andWorkforce Development funding. This brings the total STEM state dollars received by the college to $1,009,300. These new funds will be used for the following: • Upgrading science labs and providing equipment for all labs throughout the district. • Implementation of a Culinary Arts program at the San Tan Campus. • Construction of a fabrication laboratory (fab lab) at the Signal Peak Campus that will integrate digital manufacturing system competencies. Students will learn how to design, create, and fabricate products quickly, accurately, and inexpensively. Students in advanced manufacturing, welding, and machining will be able to connect with students in other fab labs around the country and the world. Plus 50 Encore Completion Program CAC was chosen to join the Plus 50 Encore Completion Program, a national effort to train 10,000 baby boomers for new jobs in health care, education and social services. The college will assist adults age 50 and over in completing degrees or certificates in high-demand occupations that give back to the community. The program is sponsored by the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC). Science Foundation Arizona As a sub-grantee under Science Foundation Arizona, CAC will conduct summer workshops in biotechnology instrumentation for high school science teachers and student teachers in teacher education programs. The workshops will be open to participants from both Pinal County and neighboring counties. CAC received $25,000 for the first year of the grant and will receive $25,000 for the next two consecutive years as well.
  • 11. 10 Highlights College CACContributions CAC Creates Value CAC plays a significant role in Pinal County’s economy, according to a study conducted by Economic Modeling Specialist International (EMSI). Education funding is an investment for students, taxpayers and society as a whole. The report indicates that CAC contributed $212.7 million to the county during fiscal year 2013-2014. CAC’s major stakeholders are grouped into students, society and taxpayers. As shown below, students receive a cumulative return of $6 in higher future wages. At the same time, investments made by local taxpayers create a wide range of benefits to society. Ultimately, returning more to government budgets. For every dollar of support, taxpayers see a return of $1.30 in the form of higher tax revenues and avoided costs. Students who attend CAC during the study year are expected to contribute to a safer, healthier county and state. This produces more tax revenue and reduces taxpayer costs associated with health, crime and unemployment. CAC plays a key role in helping students increase their employability and achieve their individual potential. As shown in Figure 1, income levels increase as people achieve higher levels of education. Students who complete an associate’s degree from CAC will see an increase in earnings of $8,500 compared to those who have received only a high school diploma. Over a working lifetime, this increase amounts to an undiscounted value of approximately $340,000 in higher income. The full report can be found at www.centralaz.edu/socioeconomic. $49,400 $36,700 $28,200 $16,600 Figure 1. Annual Income by Education Level at Career Midpointin Pinal County $33.5 million Operations spending impact $67.9 thousand Impact of student spending $179.2 million Alumni impact $212.7 million Total impact Income created by CAC in FY 2013-14 (Added income) Source: EMSI complete employment data STUDENTS $6.00 Gained in lifetime income for STUDENTS SOCIETY $6.90 Gained in added state income and social savings for SOCIETY TAXPAYERS $1.30 Gained in added taxes and public sector savings for TAXPAYERS For every $1 spent by ...
  • 12. 11 Highlights DedicatedWallofSuccess Highlights Promise fortheFuture Wall of Success CAC dedicated the Wall of Success and welcomed 14 new members to this honor on November 22, 2014 during a special ceremony at the Don P. Pence Center for Visual & Performing Arts. The CAC Wall of Success is designed to recognize outstanding alumni for their personal and professional accomplishments. Many factors go into selecting Wall of Success members, including but not limited to volunteerism in the community; professional, local, regional, national or international recognition; and accomplishment in their field of expertise. The 2014 Wall of Success inductees include; Mary Helen Alvarez, Robert G. Brisbin, Deborah Buie, JoAnne Galindo, Jacqueline Hendrie-Henry, Amanda Hernandez, Dr. Kenneth Jeffers, Cathy J. Kenyon, Danna Kreckler, Ann Mitchell, Aurora Belarde Nevarez, Charles T. Reinebold, Josh Spence, and Louis Teel. Promise for the Future Promise was conceived as an educational initiative in a dropout prevention project in 2001 – to encourage students to stay in high school and graduate. The program continues to have a vital role in this capacity; the Pinal County dropout in 2001-02 when the program began was 10.2%. The dropout rate for the period 2013/14 is 5.5%. We believe the Promise for the Future scholarship program has contributed to this decline. Students, who are Pinal County residents, graduate from a Pinal County high school with a 2.75 or better grade point average, and participate in twenty hours of community service are eligible for a Promise for the Future scholarship that pays for four consecutive semesters of tuition to any of the Central Arizona College campuses, a scholarship value of nearly $4,000. The Promise for the Future Scholarship Program opens a door for families to begin thinking about college at an earlier age, becoming an incentive for completing high school, and providing knowledge that college will be affordable. Students, who work toward a goal and are successful, are rewarded for their effort with the opportunity to attend Central Arizona College at no cost for tuition. During the 2014 academic year, 506 students (first and second year) enrolled at CAC for a total of $871,838 in Promise scholarships, an increase of nearly $200,000 from the previous year. Support was far reaching through many individual, corporate and foundation gifts.
  • 13. 12 Central Arizona College Foundation Central Arizona College Foundation, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, is dedicated to increasing resources, raising funds, and creating friends and partnerships to support the mission of Central Arizona College. Since its formation in 1968, the Central Arizona College Foundation has grown to address the many opportunities and challenges of Central Arizona College and its students. The Foundation has an engaged and committed volunteer Board of Directors, representing the diverse Pinal County community, who are responsible for managing the Foundation portfolio of $4.9 million including a scholarship endowment of $3.9 million. The Foundation has contributed to the Central Arizona College community in the following ways: • Provided more than $4.1 million in funding to students and the College for student scholarships, grants to enhance academic achievement and special projects that improve the quality of educational programs; • Founded the Promise for the Future Scholarship program to help increase the high school graduate rate in Pinal County along with access to higher education. • Assisted many individuals, families and organizations in setting up scholarships to support students and specific programs; • Hosted and participated in numerous events in communities across Pinal County to build and foster relations with the communities and agencies that the College serves; and • Provided recognition of students, college staff, Foundation and community members for outstanding service or contributions to Central Arizona College. THANK YOU to our many alumni and friends for your support and service. An annual gift provides the critical flexible means by which the Foundation is able to offer scholarships, initiate events, and maintain the good works of the Foundation. Regardless of the amount of your gift, your gift makes an immediate and lasting impact in the life of our students, staff and faculty. We encourage you to learn more about the Central Arizona College Foundation and get involved in growing our College community and resources. Highlights College Foundation
  • 14. 13 Financial Central Arizona College Foundation Statement of Activities Year Ended June 30, 2014 Temporarily Permanently Unrestricted Restricted Restricted Total Revenues, gains and other support Contributions $ 22,518 $ 103,639 $ 36,120 $ 162,277 Contributions - donated services and space 84,192 - - 84,192 Investment Income - 122,621 - 122,621 Net realized and unrealized gain on investments - 592,217 - 592,217 Net assets released from restrictions 409,293 (409,293) - - Total revenues, gains, and other support $ 516,003 $ 409,184 $ 36,120 $ 961,307 Expenses and losses Scholarships $ 354,762 $ - $ - $ 354,762 Fundraising - - - - Public relations 1,000 - - 1,000 Office operation expenses 97,322 - - 97,322 Total expenses and losses 453,084 - - 453,084 Change in net assets 62,919 409,184 36,120 508,223 Net assets, beginning of year 76,391 685,382 3,380,646 4,142,419 Net assets, end of year $ 139,310 $ 1,094,566 $ 3,416,766 $ 4,650,642 Central Arizona College Foundation Statement of Financial Position Year Ended June 30, 2014 ASSETS Current Assets Cash and cash equivalents $ 231,549 Certificate of deposit – current 63,796 Promises to give 50,000 Total Currant assets $ 345,345 Noncurrent Assets Promises to give, net of current portion $ - Certificate of deposit 438,382 Investments 4,038,508 Total noncurrent assets $ 4,476,890 Total assets $ 4,822,235 Liabilities Accounts payable $ 171,593 Total liabilities $ 171,593 Net assets Unrestricted 139,310 Temporarily restricted 1,094,566 Permanently restricted 3,416,766 Total Net Assets $ 4,650,642 Total liabilities and net assets $ 4,822,235 Central Arizona College Foundation
  • 15. 14 DONORS Giving Clubs Your name or the name of your business is listed in the Giving Club that summarizes your total support to the Central Arizona College Foundation from July 1, 2013 to June 30, 2014. Friends - Up to $249 Santos Apocada Sarah Armstrong Joel Beck Diane Beecroft Wendy L. Britt Deanna Lyn Broking Cara Bryant Kenneth Cook Elissa Craig Chris Demaline Ronita Douglass Jamie Ferguson Debra Foster Cheryl Foster Evelyn Friend Debra Galvan Stella Garcia Karen Geldmacher Jennifer Gonzales Angela Greensweight Joey A. Gutierrez Alyson K. Hanson Tressie Hanson Gayle Haro Debra Headley Jon Heiden Mary Lou Hernandez Veronica Joaquin Lisa Koehring Susan Ledenican Cholla Club - $250 to $499 Aravaipa Property Owners Association Arizona Public Service Delta Kappa Gamma Thomas DiCamillo Florence Copper Inc. Frank Gibson Richard Gibson Valerie Jensen Robin Morris Marilyn Ramirez San Tan Regional Chamber Susan Shaw Town of Winkelman Wells Fargo Foundation Saguaro Club - $500 to $749 Arizona Nurses Foundation Gladys S. Christensen Brent Murphree Eugenia Slater Hugo Steincamp PaloVerde Club - $750 to $999 L.S. (Jake”) Jacobson Ocotillo Club - $1,000 to $2,499 Terri Ackland William (Bill) Brown Evelyn Casuga Robert Flatley Jim Garrett - Garrett Motors Cindy M. Bower -Global Water, LLC Jackie L. Guthrie - EPS Group, Inc. Shirley Ann Hartman Adam Hawkins - Polsinelli James R. Kimsey Richard King Tim O’Dowd - DLR Group Melissa Rabago - Resolution Copper Mining Resolution Copper Mining Janeen Rohovit - Salt River Project Jordan Rose - Rose Law Group PC Salt River Project Sandie Smith Jack Stonebraker - Print & Pack Express Joan Wuertz Mark Zeibak – TransCanada Pence Club - $2,500 to $4,999 Dr. Doris Helmich Winkelman Resource Management Center Schoen Circle - $5,000-$9,999 Saddle Brooke Community Outreach President’s Club - $10,000 or more Anonymous Arizona Community Foundation Fire Chiefs Association of Pinal County Office of the Pinal County Attorney Pinal County Federal Credit Union Saddle Notes, Inc. Sodexo, Inc. & Affiliates We have made every effort to make this report accurate. However, we do recognize that mistakes can be made. If your name has been misspelled, listed incorrectly, or omitted, please accept our apology and notify the Foundation at 520-494-5216 or email pamela.welle@centralaz.edu. James Lee Verl Long Luis Martinez Debra Maurer Mary J. Menzel-Germanson Merle’s Automotive Supply, Inc. Judy Miller DeLois Mitchell Lorrie K. Pena Susan Phillips Paula Prock Rosemary Ramirez Beverly Robinette San Manuel Rotary Club San Pedro River Farms Charles Schnoor Thomas C. Scholz Monira Shelton Sherrie Soria Denise Spisak Bernita Thompson Dora Tompkins Phil Tompkins Town of Kearny Janice Vermiglio-Smith Monica Vogan Wells Fargo Community Support Campaign Maren Wilson
  • 16. Central Arizona College Signal Peak Campus Superstition Mountain Campus Aravaipa Campus Maricopa Campus SanTan Campus 8470 N. Overfield Rd. 805 S. Idaho Road 80440 E. Aravaipa Rd. 17945 N. Regent Drive 3736 E. BellaVista Road Coolidge, AZ 85128 Apache Junction, AZ 85119 Winkelman, AZ 85192 Maricopa, AZ 85138 SanTanValley, AZ 85143 520-494-5444 480-677-7700 520-357-2800 520-494-6400 480-677-7825 800-237-9814 866-869-6507 520-494-6725 Casa Grande Center Corporate Center Florence Center 1015 E. Florence Blvd. (Interstate 10 & Florence Blvd.) P.O. Box 707 Casa Grande, AZ 85122 540 N. Camino Mercado 800 E. Butte Avenue 520-494-6050 Casa Grande, AZ 85122 Florence, AZ 85132 520-494-6600 520-494-6801 CAMPUS: CENTERS: www.centralaz.edu