Yuma after5 Tech Mixer: Hosted by Arizona Western College

Discover Yuma’s Aerospace & Defense Technology

Join the Arizona Technology Council and Arizona Western College for a special edition After5 Tech Mixer in Yuma and get an inside look at the technology, innovation and workforce development shaping the region’s aerospace and defense industries.

Yuma plays a unique role in Arizona’s aerospace and defense ecosystem, with advanced training, military operations, aviation and emerging technologies contributing to the region’s growing technology economy. This event offers an opportunity to connect with professionals, business leaders, educators and innovators who are helping build the future of aerospace and defense in Yuma.

Hosted at Arizona Western College’s MAC Building, the evening will feature networking, opportunities to learn more about AWC’s programs and technology initiatives, and conversations about the skills and innovation driving the region’s aerospace and defense workforce.

Located in the sunny, southwest corner of the state, Arizona Western College supports Yuma and La Paz communities with over 170 degrees and certificates in a wide range of academic and career and technical programs as well as non-credit courses in professional development, customized training, and personal enrichment areas. With 10+ locations and a service area that spans 10,000 square miles, AWC also boasts a diverse international program with students from over 40 different countries.

AWC is exceptionally unique in that it hosts all three state universities on its main campus for face-to-face classes. These partnerships with Northern Arizona University, University of Arizona, and Arizona State University provide seamless transfer pathways to baccalaureate degrees and beyond in a variety of high-demand programs, including secondary education, agriculture, engineering, and administration of justice.