AWC Foundation accepting Hall of Fame nominations
Dillon Fuhrman
YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – Arizona Western Foundation (AWC) Foundation is currently accepting nominations for the AWC Hall of Fame.
According to a press release, the AWC Hall of Fame “honors alumni, faculty, and community leaders from Yuma and La Paz Counties who have made a significant contribution to the mission of the college or distinguished themselves in service to the larger world.”
AWC says their Hall of Fame currently has 33 honorees, including 2025 inductees Maria Chavoya and Moses Camarena.
“We are excited to announce the AWC Hall of Fame nomination window is open for 2026,” said AWC Foundation Development Director Gladys Anaya. “Each year, members of our community are invited to nominate individuals or teams whose lasting contributions have strengthened education and enriched our community. Yuma and La Paz Counties are filled with remarkable people devoted to making our region an exceptional place to live and learn. We encourage everyone to once again recognize these inspiring leaders by submitting a nomination.”
AWC says the nominations will accepted in four of the following categories:
Student (eligible after 3 years of separation from AWC)
Faculty or Staff (eligible 3 years after separation or after 10 years of active service)
Teams (academic or athletic teams who win a state or national championship)
Community Leader (eligible after three years of distinguished support or service to AWC)
The nomination window will be open until Saturday, March 14, 2026, and the Foundation will honor the 2026 inductees during the Schoolhouse Soiree later this year.
To submit a nomination, click here. To learn more about this, read the press release below.