Maria Harper-Marinick

Advocate of Higher Education

[Greater Phoenix Economic Council @GPEC]

Yesterday we had the opportunity to learn from board member & visionary education leader Dr. @MariaHMarinick, who shared with our team how the #AZ education landscape is shifting to become more collaborative & focus on student health as a part of the education process.

[Maria Harper-Marinick @MariaHMarinick]

.@mcccd provides the education, training, and skills needed to thrive in Arizona's future workforce. We applaud Governor @dougducey's recommendation for fully funding the community college #STEM workforce formula. Read my full statement here: https://t.co/wFztYqrzbO

[Maria Harper-Marinick @MariaHMarinick]

Each day, the UAS industry continues to experience rapid growth. As one of the few community colleges to offer UAS courses, @chandlergilbert works to empower students interested in drone technology while educating and advancing Arizona's future workforce. https://t.co/b2sPBGq0C2

[Arizona Board of Regents @AZRegents]

.@MariaHMarinick, Chancellor of @mcccd, shares how a teacher & college professor inspired her to work hard & believe in herself. If you are a student who is interested in becoming a teacher, you are eligible to apply to the Arizona Teachers Academy. More: https://t.co/6W3oazBmWr

[Maria Harper-Marinick @MariaHMarinick]

.@MCCCD's newly formed partnership with @ArizonaDES allows our students to conveniently access critical, basic needs resources on campus. We proudly work together to alleviate economic insecurities, enabling students to focus on educational opportunities & their academic success.

[Maria Harper-Marinick @MariaHMarinick]

Welcome students, faculty, and staff to the beginning of a new academic year. Each day, I am encouraged by the collaboration, innovation, and determination taking place across @MCCCD. As you embark on your journey, I encourage you to strive for excellence in all that you do.

[Maria Harper-Marinick @MariaHMarinick]

Expansion of the Arizona Teachers Academy will continue to support those seeking a teaching credential while addressing the state’s workforce shortage. @MCCCD is proud to work with @AZRegents to develop and strengthen AZ's future educators.

Learn more: https://t.co/odM22QaGgb

[Maria Harper-Marinick @MariaHMarinick]

Forging industry partnerships allows students and the community to thrive. @PhoenixCollege’s occupational programs supply local businesses with the skilled workforce needed in high-demand areas such as dental hygiene, civil drafting, and phlebotomy.

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[Maria Harper-Marinick @MariaHMarinick]

The Arizona Teachers Academy at @mcccd is committed to further enriching our educators and communities. Through Post-Baccalaureate programs at @RioSaladoOnline and @ScottsdaleCC, we continue to develop and strengthen Arizona’s teaching workforce.

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[Maria Harper-Marinick @MariaHMarinick]

#HigherEducationDay is designed to educate, inspire, and celebrate our students. Today and all days, @MCCCD continues to cultivate innovative opportunities both educational and institutional in order to deliver on our promise of access to high-quality, affordable education.

[Maria Harper-Marinick @MariaHMarinick]

The Arizona FY20 State Budget includes a much-needed investment in community colleges. We thank Governor @DougDucey and the #AZLeg for their commitment to improving educational attainment throughout Arizona. Read my full statement: https://t.co/Riz4DLPecS #ThingsThatMatterAZ

[Maria Harper-Marinick @MariaHMarinick]

Congratulations to the @aaechighschools graduating class of 2019. A valuable partnership, the innovative program provides access to higher education through concurrent enrollment, aligning with @MCCCD’s mission of preparing students for success and promoting lifelong learning.

[Maria Harper-Marinick @MariaHMarinick]

Our collaboration with Amazon Web Services is an exciting step forward to closing the employability gap and preparing the community for the workforce of today and tomorrow. @chamberbiznews

[Chamber Business News @chamberbiznews]

.@Amazon Web Services (@awscloud) is partnering with @MCCCD to build a certificate program that educates and trains the next generation of cloud-computing workers ☁️💻>>> https://t.co/uftmMCiODQ

[Maria Harper-Marinick @MariaHMarinick]

Congratulations to all of the Maricopa Community College graduates of 2019. Through your dedication and hard work, you have achieved something phenomenal.

[Maria Harper-Marinick @MariaHMarinick]

The success of @MCCCD students is reflected in the health and economic vitality of our community, and sustained success in the future requires a long-term commitment to innovation. https://t.co/6Gk9kDHRrG

[Maria Harper-Marinick @MariaHMarinick]

The Career and Techincal Education Programs at @MCCCD have received recognition from @azedschools due to our faculty and staff's commitment to student success. https://t.co/kbgRmGsTVZ

[Maria Harper-Marinick @MariaHMarinick]

.@MCCCD’s 2016-17 fiscal year added $7.2 billion in income to @maricopacounty’s economy. We continue to be a critical cornerstone in Arizona through our commitment to quality education & strategic partnerships.

Learn more about our economic impact here: https://t.co/di091SWL43

[Maria Harper-Marinick @MariaHMarinick]

Small businesses employ about half of all workers. When small businesses succeed, the entire community benefits. That’s why the @MaricopaCCSBDC, hosted by @mcccd, provides free help to small businesses, no matter what stage of development they’re in. https://t.co/gGfUfZUdAB

[Maria Harper-Marinick @MariaHMarinick]

.@MCCCD has been a leader in the Open Educational Resources movement. By partnering with @ASU, @MDCollege, and @IvyTechCC we will make degree attainment more accessible nationwide by rethinking what a digital textbook can be. https://t.co/VG2z4iENjt

[Rio Salado College @RioSaladoOnline]

We have a proud tradition at @mcccd to host culturally-focused convocations in celebration of the diversity that makes our colleges so great. We hope you will join us for our spring graduation celebrations! Register now: https://t.co/jAcYJeYCvD