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Joliet Community College, Illinois
The Nations's First Junior College established -
Creation of Phoenix Junior College
Created to provide higher education to broader community. Originally courses were taught in three buildings. Nine subjects were taught including Home Economics, Mathematics, English and Chemistry. -
1930s - Growth of Community Colleges around the nation
During the Great Depression community colleges were instrumental in developing job training and bringing some relief to unemployment -
Phoenix Junior College's new site
Works Progress Administration Funds were allocated for the construction of the new site at 15th Ave and Thomas -
1960s - Widespread enrollment in community colleges
Baby Boomers reach college age and utilize the accessibility of community colleges -
Maricopa Junior College District
The citizens of Maricopa county voted to create the community college system. Phoenix Junior College was voted into the jurisdiction by the Phoenix Union High School district. Glendale and Mesa campuses were designated as extensions of Phoenix Junior College. -
Community Colleges are firmly established in fabric of American Educational System
Enrollments almost double during 1970s for three reasons: Baby Boomers continue to come of age and desire post secondary education, parents want higher education for their children, and students enrolled in college to defer the draft during the Vietnam War -
An update of name
Maricopa County Junior College District become Maricopa Community Colleges to better reflect inclusivity and the people it represents -
Phoenix College and a new Mission Statement
Phoenix College is a comprehensive community college responsive to the changing needs of the community and to individuals pursuing academic and occupational developmental and personal enrichment goals. The college is dedicated to providing quality educational course, programs and support services." (1996 Self Study)
