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The Nations's First Junior College established
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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.
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During the Great Depression community colleges were instrumental in developing job training and bringing some relief to unemployment
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Works Progress Administration Funds were allocated for the construction of the new site at 15th Ave and Thomas
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Baby Boomers reach college age and utilize the accessibility of community colleges
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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.
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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
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Maricopa County Junior College District become Maricopa Community Colleges to better reflect inclusivity and the people it represents
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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)
