Honors Program

The CGCC Honors Program provides the opportunity for academically advanced students to participate in challenging and rewarding educational experiences. The purpose of the Honors Program is to foster greater depth of thought in reading, writing, and discussion with faculty and guest lecturers, which will better prepare Honors students to complete baccalaureate degrees or to begin their careers. A variety of academic scholarships are available to eligible Honors Program students.

Honors students enjoy:

• Scholarships
• Special recognition on transcripts and diplomas
• Cultural and social activities, such as the Honors    
• Forum Lecture Series and other experiential learning activities
• Enhanced intellectual growth through Honors courses and projects

Students with a cumulative grade point average of 3.25 or higher and have earned at least 12 credit hours of Maricopa Community College coursework are invited to apply as an Honors Achievement Scholar. Recent high school graduates with an unweighted GPA of at least 3.25 from attending an accredited Maricopa County high school are invited to apply to the Honors Program as a Presidents’ Scholar. Other requirements may apply at the time of application.

For full details and specific requirements about the Honors Program or Honors scholarships, visit www.cgc.edu/honors or contact the Honors Office at 480‑732‑7252 or honors@cgc.edu.

Performing Arts

The Performing Arts Program at CGCC offers an integrated approach to dance, theatre, and music. The classes, while separate, are coordinated within the area to provide students a broader base and more versatility in their performing arts education.

Students can explore all aspects of the performing arts at CGCC. The department offers a transfer program to four-year institutions in music performance, music education, music theory, dance education, dance performance, theater education, theater performance, technical theater and musical theater. Two-year degrees are offered in dance and theatre and music business as well as a certificate of completion in music business. Preparing for life after CGCC is the focus of the program and student success is the goal of the dedicated faculty. There are many opportunities for students to develop skills leading to work in the performing arts, and related areas.

The Arnette Scott Ward Performing Arts Center (the PAC) is home to the CGCC’s music, theatre, and dance faculty and staff. It houses a costume shop, scene shop, and its heart, a 299-seat performance venue. In addition, the program has ample teaching facilities including two dance studios, a revitalized black box theater, an instrumental music room, choir room, music library, rehearsal rooms and studio recording space.

For more information on performing arts at CGCC, visit www.cgc.edu/arts or call:

Contact-Phone

Contact	Phone Number
Dance and Musical Theatre	480-732-7136
Instrumental Music	480-732-7290
Music Business	480-857-5182
Theatre	480-732-7040
Vocal Music and Musical Theatre	480-732-7144