MESA, Ariz. – April 3, 2026 – Mesa Community College will host two dynamic, hands-on events Wednesday, April 8, as part of Arizona Tech Week, offering students and community members an inside look at how data and manufacturing are shaping the future of work. Both events will be held at MCC’s Southern and Dobson Campus, 1833 W. Southern Ave.
Data Driven: AI, Real Estate & Cyber in Action will run from 10 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. on the third floor of the library, LB300. This session will explore how data is transforming some of today’s fastest-growing industries and will feature an industry panel with AI and Data experts from Intel, Google and PayPal, followed by a light lunch and networking opportunities.
The Fusion of Manufacturing will be held in the TC 50 building, Room 214, from 1 to 3 p.m. The event will demonstrate how additive and subtractive manufacturing technologies work together to create products and tools. Guests will explore MCC’s advanced manufacturing facilities, observe how 3D printing and precision machining work together and learn how designs are transformed into finished products. Faculty will be available to discuss educational programs and career opportunities in advanced manufacturing.
Both events are free and open to the public. Learn more about both events and RSVP for the Data Driven: AI, Real Estate & Cyber in Action session by selecting the event on MCC’s events calendar at mesacc.edu/events.
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Media contact: Dawn Zimmer, [email protected], 480-461-7892
Mesa Community College (MCC) is nationally recognized for its excellence in university transfer, career and technical programs, civic engagement, and innovative education. Serving more than 25,500 students annually, MCC offers a range of degree and certificate programs across its two campuses and additional locations. MCC students contribute more than 8,500 hours of community service annually. MCC serves as a key resource for education, workforce development, and lifelong learning. The college enhances student success through Guided Pathways with Integrated Support Services. A Hispanic Serving Institution, nearly 50% of MCC students are first-generation college attendees, and it boasts the largest Indigenous student population among Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) colleges, supporting students from 22 Arizona tribes and additional out-of-state tribes. Our award-winning faculty are committed to helping students achieve their goals through high-quality education, training and undergraduate research opportunities. Located in the East Valley of Phoenix, Arizona, MCC is one of 10 MCCCD colleges. Learn more at mesacc.edu/newsroom.
MCC is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), hlcommission.org.
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