Cochise College

10/11/2026

The 2027–28 FAFSA is now open.

If you’re planning for college, completing the FAFSA can help determine your eligibility for grants, scholarships, work-study and other financial aid.
Cochise College’s Financial Aid team will be offering FAFSA support at several local schools this October, followed by two community events in November.

October school events:
Willcox High School | Oct. 14
Valley Union High School (Elfrida) | Oct. 19
Douglas High School | Oct. 20
Benson High School, St. David High School & Benson Digital Learning Center | Oct. 21
SV Center for Academic Success | Oct. 26

Open to the community:
Sierra Vista | Nov. 12 | 3–7 p.m.
Cochise College Sierra Vista Campus, Room 712
Douglas | Nov. 12 | 5–6:30 p.m.
Mexican Consulate

School events are intended for those school communities. The November events are open to the public.
Questions? Contact Financial Aid at [email protected] or (520) 515-5417.

10/11/2026

Ready to take the next step toward a career in fire and emergency services?

Cochise College’s Fire Science Technology program combines classroom learning with hands-on preparation for the realities of the fire service.

FST 111, the Firefighter 1 class is offered during the second 8 weeks of the fall semester, making now a great time to keep moving toward your Fire Science degree or certificate.

🗓 Second 8-week classes begin October 19

Learn more and register at https://www.cochise.edu/fire-science

10/10/2026

Think you can't handle the Haunted Union haunted house? 👻

We’re starting the night a little less spooky, so more guests can join in the fun. During the first hour, the lights will be on, and there will be no scarers for anyone who wants to experience the haunted house without the full scare.

Later in the evening, the lights go out and the scarers come in for guests ready for a more traditional haunted house experience.

Join us for Haunted Union on Friday, October 23, from 5:30–9 p.m. at the Sierra Vista Campus Student Union.

🎟️ Admission is free
👻 Haunted house
🎃 50¢ carnival games
🎭 Costume contests
🍴 Food and more Halloween fun

10/09/2026

Cochise College art students helped bring memories of the Cochise County Fair to life through a new community mural at the fairgrounds in Douglas.

“The goal was to celebrate both the fair and Cochise County,” said art instructor Ash Dahlke.

Meet the artists behind the mural:
Natalia “Michi” Alonso Cabrera
Kate Fry
Vernicci Garcia
Alexis Nomides
Stella Rees
Estefania Ramirez Toscano

With contributions from staff member Dale Miller and instructor Ash Dahlke.

Read how the mural went from an idea to a finished work of art:

Cochise College art students transform Cochise County Fair memories into a lasting community mural at the fairgrounds in Douglas, Arizona.

10/09/2026

How can we prepare students for a workforce increasingly shaped by AI?

Cochise College has launched AI-Powered Success, a new federally funded initiative bringing together students, educators and local industry to help shape AI education in Cochise County.

The project began with a listening session for local educators on September 9, with a session for industry and business stakeholders planned for this fall.

Through these conversations, Cochise College aims to strengthen connections between K-12 education, higher education and local employers while ensuring AI education reflects the needs of our region.

Read more: https://www.cochise.edu/news/2026/10/college_launches_ai_powered_success_initiative.html

10/08/2026

Maya Solis came to Cochise College looking for a sense of home. She found small classes and instructors who were there for her every step of the way.

10/08/2026

It's time for Cochise KUDOS!

Congratulations to Dr. Roman Briggs, Amanda Foster and Kim Ryan for going above and beyond!

Their teamwork, encouragement and dedication to helping others reflect what makes Cochise College special.

Dr. Roman Briggs, our Instructor of Humanities, received the Collaboration, Encouragement, and Innovation award. Roman was recognized for the thoughtful and supportive way he works with students, mentoring them beyond the classroom and encouraging them to pursue their goals.

Amanda Foster, our Office Assistant at the Benson Center, received the Collaboration and Encouragement award. Amanda was recognized for her positive attitude, strong work ethic, and consistent support of her team.

Kim Ryan, DreamBuilder Facilitator with the college's Small Business Development Center, received the Collaboration, Encouragement, Respect, Innovation, and Service award. Kim was recognized for her outstanding leadership of the DreamBuilder program and for successfully guiding new cohorts in both Sierra Vista and Douglas.

Help us celebrate these outstanding employees!

10/08/2026

College closed for Columbus Day/ Indigenous Peoples Day

Cochise College will be closed on Monday, Oct. 12, in observance of Columbus Day/ Indigenous Peoples Day. Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Cochise College's regular business hours will resume on Tuesday, Oct. 13.

To find important dates and deadlines, check out the Academic Calendar.

Graphic created by Eddie, student content creator

10/08/2026

Curious about where a future in aviation could take you?

Join us for the FlyCochise Open House on Friday, Oct. 23, at the Cochise College Douglas Campus Airport. Tour the campus, meet students and instructors, learn about aviation pathways, and take part in hands-on activities throughout the morning.

Some activities, including intro flights and simulator flights, require an RSVP and have limited space. Visit the event page for details and registration information.

RSVP: https://bit.ly/AviationOpenHouse

10/07/2026

🎨 Creativity, culture and community came together at the Douglas Campus!

First-semester student Ambar Boneo created Entre Colores y Raíces, a temporary exhibit featuring 21 watercolor paintings inspired by Latin American countries and territories. Each piece highlights an iconic image along with a bilingual reference.

The exhibit is on display in the Douglas Campus Student Union through Hispanic Heritage Month.

Ambar is also the Douglas Campus Student Government Association vice president for student programming and recently helped bring students together for a watercolor event filled with colorful creations, good conversations and plenty of creativity.

Thank you to everyone who joined us, tried something new and made the event one to remember!

Photos by Dalilah, student content creator