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Beginning
Phonix Junior Collge opens its doors as part of the Phoenix Union High School district. -
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History of Phoenix College
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First Commencement
Phoenix Junior College graduates its first 5 students. -
Football
The college forms its first football team. -
Cottonwood Court
Cottonwood Court was purchased and classes were moved to this location. -
Expanded Program Offerings
Programs offered included agriculture, aviation, education, liberal arts, pharmacy, commerce, engineering, home economics, music, pre-dental and pre-med. -
Evening Classes
The first evening classes began. -
College Moves
The Board of Education proposes building the college facility at 15th avenue and Thomas road. -
Construction Complete
Construction of the new college at 15th avenue and Thomas road is completed. -
Miss America
Phoenix college student Jacque Mercer is named Miss America. -
Nursing Program
Phoenix College establishes a 2-year nursing program. -
Telescope Built
Phoenix College erects the largest telescope on any junior college campus. -
Miss Arizona
Student Mary Elizabeth Avila is crowned Miss Arizona. -
School Colors
The official school colors become blue and gold. -
First Woman President
Dr. Myrna Harrison is named the first woman president of Phoenix College. -
Mission Statement
Phoenix College adopts a new mission statement. -
Accredidation
Phoenix College is awarded re-accredidation by the Higher Learning Commission of North Central Association. -
Dalby Building
The Dalby building is constructed. -
SIS
The Student Information System (SIS) is established. -
ASU Partnership
Phoenix College creates a partnership with ASU in Medical Laboratory Science. -
Commencement
Phoenix College holds its 90th commencement ceremony. -
MyPC App
Phoenix College develops the MyPC mobile app.
