Fifth graders become college students for a day
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YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) - Before heading to middle school, fifth grade students had the opportunity to experience the college life at Arizona Western College (AWC).
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AWC invited the fifth graders on Thursday, November 3, 2022 to participate in the I'm Going to College event.
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Overall, the fifth graders consisted of 142 students from Yuma Elementary District One schools.
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Furthermore, 18 faculty members from AWC, Arizona State University and others volunteered to teach the students the college cirriculum.
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In addition, students enjoyed lunch on the lawn with real college students, meeting the AWC Cheer squad, and experienced an achievement ceremony.
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“We are planting the seeds of the future to help college ideas grow into career goals,” said Biridiana Martinez, AWC Admissions, Recruitment & Outreach Coordinator.
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“The I’m Going to College event provides early college awareness to students in our community with an exceptional hands-on experience.”
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