AWC Radiology student selected for 2026 ASRT Student to Leadership Development Program
Paul Vozzella
YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – Arizona Western College (AWC) says Ashley DeCorse has been selected for the 2026 American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) Student to Leadership Development Program.
According to a press release, the three-year program is to support “students in developing the skills and experience necessary to advance from clinical education to professional leadership.”
During her participation in the program, DeCorse, who is a first-year student at AWC’s Radiology program, “will receive mentorship, leadership training, and full funding to attend national networking events and educational sessions.”
“This is a prestigious honor, and notably, it marks the second consecutive year a student from AWC has been chosen for this competitive national program,” shared Director of Radiologic Technology Tracy Iversen. “This achievement is a testament to the caliber of our students and the strength of our medical imaging curriculum.”
Also during the next three years, DeCorse will represent AWC on a national stage and will complete advanced ASRT leadership training, engage in advocacy planning, and participate in professional case studies.
“This is truly a proud moment for Arizona Western College and a testament to the excellence of our Radiology Program,” said Dr. Reetika Dhawan, Chief Executive Officer of Entrepreneurial College & Vice President of Workforce & Healthcare Programs. “We look forward to seeing the positive impact Ashley will make in the medical imaging field.”
KYMA spoke to DeCorse, who shared her excitement about participating in the program.
“The best part about leadership is that this program is really gonna set me up for anything that I really want to go into, or branch off into,” DeCorse expressed.
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