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Maricopa Community College establishes their first junior college as
part of Phoenix Union High School. Weston Carpenter becomes the 1st dean of the establishment.
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First location established at 12th Avenue and Thomas Road.
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Legislation establishes junior district allowing county and state funding support. Going forward in 1962 the Maricopa County Junior College District is established by a vote from the citizens of Maricopa County.
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1,974 student enroll in the West Valley's 1st community college housed in a temporary location. September 1966 campus opened at current location.
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Three community colleges now exist within the district receiving accreditation from the Northern Central Accreditation. These three include Phoenix, Glendale, and Mesa Colleges.
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Hybrid classes were introduced as a learning option, allowing traditional inperson teaching combined with online instruction.
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2012 brings a celebration of 50 years as a district. The college system has grown to 10 locations serving the residents of Arizona
