Verde Valley News – Yavapai College has been named a finalist for the 2024 Bellwether Award by the Bellwether College Consortium.
Each year, ten finalists are selected in each of the three categories:
- Instructional Programs and Services
- Planning, Governance, and Finance,
- Workforce Development
The Award “focuses on cutting-edge, trendsetting programs worthy of replication.”
YC has been selected in the Workforce Development category, which calls for “Public and/or private strategic alliances and partnerships that promote community and economic development by producing a workforce.”
“Yavapai College is honored to be a finalist for the Bellwether Award,” said Dr. Lisa B. Rhine, President of Yavapai College. “Being named a finalist for this award signifies YC’s commitment to our students and communities by providing innovative educational programs that are accessible, affordable, and meet industry demands.”
Finalists are invited to engage in an immersive, interactive final round of competition at the 2024 Community College Futures Assembly on February 25-27 in San Antonio, TX.
The Bellwether College Consortium is comprised of award-winning colleges that address critical issues facing community colleges through applicable research and the promotion and replication of best practices addressing workforce development, instructional programs and services, and planning governance and finance. For more information, visit https://
Yavapai College operates six campuses and centers throughout Yavapai County and offers over 100 degrees and certificates, two baccalaureate degrees, student and community services, and cultural events and activities.
To learn more about YC, visit www.yc.edu.