Welcome, Artichokes!
We’re so excited that you’ve chosen Scottsdale Community College! We’re honored to be part of your educational journey. Please know that everyone at SCC is here to help make your experience a shining success. GO CHOKES!
Connect with an academic advisor and review your educational goals – page 4
Register for classes
Fill out a FAFSA to apply for financial aid as early as possible
Search for scholarships
Complete any “Tasks” found online in your Student Center
Attend Artie’s Welcome the week before the semester starts
Get your free student ID from the Office of Student Experience and Leadership (SC-185) – page 10
Learn about Canvas (your online learning platform) – page 9
Join your Field of Interest (FOI) Canvas Community – page 11
Review your class schedule
Locate your classrooms – page 18 or virtual tour with interactive map
Purchase your textbooks and materials for class
Attend Welcome Week for opportunities to get involved
Read the syllabus of every course
Write down all your test and homework due dates on your calendar
Visit a campus computer lab
Locate the tutoring centers – page 7-8
Identify your instructor’s office hours
Check your student email inbox regularly or forward emails to your personal email account
Schedule 2 hours each week for every hour of time in the classroom for studying and classwork
Use the computer labs and tutoring centers regularly
Communicate with your instructors often (before/after class and during office hours)
• Get to know your Field of Interest (FOI) course sequence by term (find on the SCC website at the Degrees and Certificates page)
• Create a list of classes to take in the next semester
• Prepare a list of questions to discuss with your advisor
• Connect with your advisor by phone, email or appointment to review your progress and stay on track with your educational goals
Student Center (SC-118)
The Welcome Center staff provides general information and assist s new students in getting started successfully at SCC and understanding the new student enrollment steps. The Welcome Center also offers a c omputer lab and our staff can help students with designated enrollment a ctivities, including submitting the Student Admission Application, setting up your Student ID Number/MEID, registering for classes, assistance und erstanding your ‘Student Center’ and To-Do lists/Message Center pages, app lying for Financial Aid and Payment Plan as needed, and much more.
Phone: 480.423.6700
Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Friday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
bit.ly/scc-welcome-center
The FYE courses are designed to orient you to SCC and guide you in developing your goals, graduation plan, and academic performance strategies. FYE 101 (1 credit) and FYE 103 (3 credits)
Talk to your advisor about which course would be best for you.
• Navigate through all campus resources and services
• Identify your values, strengths and interests to build your edu cation and career goals and plans
• Learn effective time-management strategies
• Explore and clarify career plans
• Identify self-care strategies to manage stress
• Apply habits that promote personal, academic and professional growth
• Discover how to build academic and professional relationships
Academic Advisement Center Student Center (SC-130)
bit.ly/scc-fye-pd
The Advisement Center works with you to develop a plan to reach your educational and life goals. Your advisor is here to support your progress, assist in decision-making, and encourage you to the finish line. Connect with us by phone, email, online or in person. Check your student center for your advisor’s information. In the meantime, view the Advisement Checklist to the left to help prepare you for your next advisement appointment.
Phone: 480.423.6539
Fax: 480.423.6378
Hours: Monday – Thursday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Friday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Student Center (SC-125)
The Disability Resources and Services office provides accommodati ons and services to students with disabilities to ensure they have equal access to all SCC programs, services and activities. Students with doc umented disabilities and approval of DRS staff are entitled to support s ervices and accommodations required under the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Phone: 480.423.6517
Fax: 480.423.6377
Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Friday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Library Building (LIB-465)
bit.ly/scc-disability-services
Our mission is to support students to be as successful as possible in the classroom and in life. This mission is achieved through individ ual counseling, personal development classes and workshops.
Phone: 480.423.6524
Email: counseling@scottsdalecc.edu
Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Friday: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
American Indian Program (AIP)
Indigenous Cultural Center Building (ICC-203)
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The American Indian Program (AIP) offers comprehensive academic and personal support services tailored to Native American students. AIP is committed to creating pathways that support student success by promoting academic achievement, personal growth, and a meaningful college experience.
Phone: 480.423.6531
Email: aip@scottsdalecc.edu
Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm Friday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm bit.ly/scc-aip
Student Services (SS-123)
Career Services offers resources to prepare students for job searching, resume writing, internships, and employment.
Career Services Phone: 480.423.6259
Career Services Email: careerservices@scottsdalecc.edu
Internships Phone: 480.423.6138
Internships Email: internships@scottsdalecc.edu
Hours:
Monday – Friday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Student Center (SC-122)
The mission of the Veteran Services office is to act as a liaison between Veteran students and the Department of Veteran Affairs for the p urpose of certifying Veteran education benefits. We provide individual enr ollment and referral services to assist our current, former, and prospectiv e students in successfully meeting their educational and career goals. We offe r a Veterans Lounge and maintain the Veterans Association on campus.
Phone: 480.423.6562
Email: veteran.services@scottsdalecc.edu
Hours:
Monday -Thursday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Friday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Library Building (LIB)
bit.ly/scc-veteran-services
The Library has a wide selection of books, multimedia sources, periodicals and electronic databases. The collections include a variety of formats and points of view that reflect the interests of the community. Additionally, the library provides study spaces including reservable study rooms as well as computers, printers and copiers. Ask a Librarian is available online 24/7 for virtual research help, you can access it through the library’s webpage.
Phone: 480.423.6651
Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 8:00 am – 8:00 pm Friday: 8:00 am – 2:00 pm
Center Student Center (SC-118)
bit.ly/scc-library
In the Student Center Building you will find the Cafeteria, Stud ent Services, Testing Center, Veteran Services, and Advising offices along with the Welcome Center.
Phone: 480.423.6700
Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Friday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Bookstore
Student Center (SC-23)
Phone: 480.423.6553
Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Friday – Sunday: Online only
bit.ly/scc-bookstore
SCC computer labs offer a comfortable and quiet area to complete assignments on campus. You can find Windows and Apple operating systems with the programs you need to complete your work. Each student is given a $25 printing allowance every semester to use throughout the computer labs on campus.
SCC provides free subject-specific tutoring services, resources and programs to support students in developing skills essential for successful learning. Many of the services are on a walk-in basis at your convenience. Call ahead to verify hours.
Accounting & Statistics Learning Center
Business School (BUS-112)
Phone: 480.425.6717
In-person Tutoring in BUS-112 Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 8:00 am – 7:00 pm
Online Tutoring via Google Meet Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Friday: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Sunday: 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Natural Science Tutoring Center
Natural Science Building (NS-107)
Phone: 480.425.6726
In-person Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 8:00 am – 6:00 pm
Friday: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Online Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 8:00 am – 6:00 pm Friday: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Online Tutoring Resources:
NS Tutoring Center’s Canvas course
Math Center
Computer Technology and Mathematics Building (CM-441A)
Phone: 480.423.6145
In-person Tutoring Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Remote Tutoring Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 1:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Friday: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Social/Behavioral Sciences Learning Center (SBLC)
Social Behavioral Sciences Building (SB-158 )
Free remote tutoring and Canvas support for Social Behavioral students.
Phone and Text 480.382.6239
Some in-person services are available, please call or text us f or details.
Hours:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Tuesday: 8:00 am – 1:00 pm; 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Friday: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Language and Communications Building (LC-379)
RDG100LL is a one-credit course that provides students with structured reading assistance.
Phone: 480.423.6416
Language and Communications Building (LC-379)
Free tech support and tutoring for reading, communication, Spanish, and writing for any subject. The Writing Center provides in-person and online support for currently enrolled SCC students.
Phone: 480.423.6416
LC-379 Computer Lab Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 8:00 am – 3:30 pm
Tutoring
Hours may vary.
English (In-person) Monday – Thursday
bit.ly/scc-sbs-learn-center
bit.ly/scc-reading-support
bit.ly/scc-writing-center
English (Online) 7 days a week including some evening hours
Spanish (Online) Monday – Thursday
Online Tutoring with Brainfuse*
* Additional online tutoring is available for all SCC students through Brainfuse –and they can help support you if you need to work with a tutor outside of regular hours. SCC provides all currently enrolled students free online tutoring through Brainfuse, up to 6 hours per student, per semester.
Information Technology Building (IT-100)
The SCC Student TechCenter provides assistance in computer and software usage.
Phone: 480.423.6261
Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 8:00 am – 8:00 pm Friday and Saturday: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
The SCC website is a great resource for finding information important to you as an SCC student. Get involved within the SCC community; find information and opportunities to enrich your college experience.
The purpose of the Student Code of Conduct is to help ensure a productive and safe environment for students, employees, and visitors. This conduct code is not a stand-alone policy.
bit.ly/scottsdale-cc
bit.ly/scc-student-code-conduct
Access all your student tools from the My Maricopa Student Portal. View your schedule, add classes, pay tuition, check your grades, or connect to your student email, Canvas, and more. It’s also available as an app on mobile devices.
bit.ly/scc-my-maricopa
Visit the Student TechCenter to use a computer or printer, stop by the Media Center to check out a calculator or laptop, or swing by the Help Desk for assistance with tech-related issues. These services are located in the IT Building.
bit.ly/scc-tech
Your Maricopa Enterprise ID (MEID) is used for many online self-service features across the Maricopa Community College District, as well as to access online course management systems, such as Canvas. Forgot your MEID? Find it using the QR code at right.
bit.ly/scc-find-meid
SCC provides all students with a free account through Google. The address will follow this format: YourMEID@maricopa.edu . Please check your student email daily for important updates and communications.
Canvas is the Learning Management System (LMS) used for online and hybrid courses, as well as a supplemental resource for traditional in-person classes.
bit.ly/scc-canvas-login
Bring your notebook computer on campus and hook up to SCC’s wireless network throughout campus. bit.ly/scc-wireless
Students who are more involved on campus and within their communities are more successful in the classroom. SCC offers many different c lubs, organizations and opportunities for students to have fun, netwo rk, and develop leadership skills to prepare you for life after college.
The Office of Student Experience and Leadership provides student- centered academic and cultural campus-wide events, and engages in collab orative co-curricular programming with faculty and departmental staff, i nvolving multicultural workshops and experiences, civic engagement, and Service-learning. Student Experience and Leadership is also the central location for support services and resources.
Leadership and Experiential learning opportunities:
• Clubs and organizations
• Council of Student Leaders
• Service-learning
• Multicultural workshops and experiences
• Civic engagement Support and Resources:
• Artie’s FIT Market Resource Pantry
• Student ID cards
• Bus Passes
• Additional community resources/information (SNAP, Housing, Voter Registration, etc.)
Phone: 480.423.6590
Email: sel@scottsdalecc.edu
Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Friday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm bit.ly/scc-seal
BEHAV IORAL SCIENCE A ND HUMAN SERV ICES
BUSINESS , ENTREPRENEURIALISM, AND MANAGEMENT
C OMPUTER AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
CU LT URE AND SOCIET Y
EDUC ATION
HEALTH SCIENCES
bit.ly/canvas-human-svcs
bit.ly/canvas-bus
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bit.ly/canvas-culture
bit.ly/canvas-edu
bit.ly/canvas-health
Connect with SCC
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SCC offers many clubs and organizations on campus, which span across a diverse range of interests.
Artie’s Be Nice Club
Advisor: Voula Popovich
Phone: 480.423.6180
Email: stavroula.popovich@ scottsdalecc.edu
Asian/Pacific Islander Club
Advisor: Desiree Farnal
Phone: 480.423.6050
Email: desiree.farnal @scottsdalecc.edu
Black Student Union
Advisor: Kanisha Saunders
Phone: 480.423.6722
Email: kanisha.saunders @ scottsdalecc.edu
Christian Challenge Club
Advisors: Kirticia Jarrett Carla Stroud
Phone: 480.423.6122
Email: kirticia.jarrett @scottsdalecc.edu carla.stroud@scottsdalecc.edu
Collegiate DECA @ SCC
Advisor: Kym Polser
Phone: 480.425.6759
Email: kymberly.polser@ scottsdalecc.edu
Council of Student Leaders (CSL)
Advisor: Korey Martinez
Phone: 480.423.6794
Email: korey.martinez@scottsdalecc.edu
Forensic Justice Club
Advisor: Wally Olsen
Phone: 480.423.6742
Email: walter.olsen@scottsdalecc.edu
Hospitality & Tourism Club
Advisor: Janelle Hoffman
Phone: 480.423.6260
Email: janelle.hoffman@scottsdalecc.edu
Indigenous Student Association
Advisor: Diedre’ Goodluck
Phone: 480.423.6531
Email: deidre.goodluck@scottsdalecc.edu
Indoor Rock Climbing Club
Advisor: Josh Parafinik
Phone: 480.423.6617
Email: joshua.parafinik@scottsdalecc.edu
Latino Student Association
Advisors: Brianna Avalos Christine Rankin
Phone: 480.425.6958
Email: brianna.avalos@scottsdalecc.edu christine.rankin@scottsdalecc.edu
Living Queer Club
Advisor: Chris Cwierz
Phone: 480.423.6122
Email: c hris.cwierz@scottsdalecc.edu
Male Empowerment Network (MEN)
Advisor: Isaiah Pierce
Phone: 480.423.6450
Email: isaiah.pierce@scottsdalecc.edu
Neurodiversity Alliance Club
Advisor: Corrie Klinefelter
Phone : 480.423.6517
Email: corrie.klinefelter@scottsdalecc.edu
Phi Theta Kappa
Advisor: Phil Root
Phone: 480.423.6196
Email: philip.root@scottsdalecc.edu
SCC ASID (Interior Design)
Advisor: Erin Dunn
Phone: 480.425.6266
Email: erin.dunn@scottsdalecc.edu
SCC Chess Club
Advisor: John Ellis
Phone: 480.423.6414
Email: john.ellis@scottsdalecc.edu
HAVE AN IDEA FOR A NEW CLUB?
stop by the office of student experience and leadership to learn more about how to create one .
SCC Film Club
Advisor: Shawn Mitchell
Phone: 213.595.7296
Email: shawn.mitchell@scottsdalecc.edu
SCC Fitness & Nutrition Club
Advisor: Robert Martin
Phone: 480.423.6205
Email: robert.h.martin@ scottsdalecc.edu
SCC Robotics Club
Advisors: Paniz Tavassoli, John Jackson
Phone: 480.423.6015
480.423.6110
Email: paniz.tavassoli@scottsdalecc.edu john.jackson@scottsdalecc.edu
Sonoran Desert Club
Advisor: Natalie Case
Phone: 480.423.6737
Email: natalie.case@scottsdalecc.edu
Women Rising
Advisor: Desiree Farnal
Phone: 480.423.6050
Email: desiree.farnal@scottsdalecc.edu
Visit the QR above for more information and help us get started.
Campus Connection Club (Inactive)
Muslim Student Association (Prospective)
Pre-Allied Health Club (Prospective)
SCC Esports Club (Prospective)
Student Nursing Association (Prospective)
Women in Film & Theatre Club (Inactive)
Veterans Association (Inactive)
The Fighting Artichokes deliver a heart-pounding performance with every game. Many of our teams have gone on to compete at national championships. Find information about upcoming matches and much more at gochokes.com .
MEN’S WOMEN’S Baseball Basketball Basketball Soccer Soccer Softball Volleyball
Performing Arts Center / Amphitheatre
Check out the artistic talents of students studying in Art, Dance, Music, and Theatre by attending their breathtaking shows and performances each semester. Students receive discounted pricing.
Student Business Services (Cashier’s Office)
Student Services Building (SS-138)
The Cashier/Bursar Office manages the collection of tuition and other fees owed to the college. Tuition and fees must be paid in full or a payment arrangement made on the date of registration to secure classes.
Phone: 480.423.6148
Email : sbs@scottsdalecc.edu
Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Friday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Payment Options
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Student Business Services (SBS) provides students with several payment options and can answer any questions concerning tuition and fee charges, payments, or refunds. We accept payments in person, by telephon e, online, or by mail. Payments made by telephone will require a c redit/debit card, and payments sent by mail will require a check or money o rder.
One of the three (3) payment options below must be made on the day of registration to secure your class(es).
• Option 1 - Financial Aid and Scholarships
If you have been awarded and accepted your financial aid (grants , loans, or scholarships) and your award covers the full cost of your tuition and fees, your classes are secured. If your financial ai d award is less than your tuition and fees, please make payment arrange ments to cover the balance or sign up for a payment plan.
• Option 2 - Payment Plan
Sign up for a monthly payment plan to secure your class(es) on the day you register. Learn more about paying using a payment plan. This includes a $15 down payment and a $25 (non-refundable) payment plan fee per semester for a total of $40 to secure your class(es).
• Option 3 - Pay in Full
You may pay tuition in full using a debit/credit card, checking /savings account, or prepaid/re-loadable card. Log into your My Maricopa Student Center account. Tuition and fees are due at the time of registration.
Financial Aid Office
Student Services Building (SS-141)
Phone: 480.731.8900
Email : finaid@scottsdalecc.edu
Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Friday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm bit.ly/scc-financial-aid
Financial Aid & Scholarships
• Financial Aid comes in the form of grants, loans, work study (student employment), and scholarships to help meet a student’s cost of attendance.
• There are many factors affecting eligibility for financial aid. A s a result, students need to apply for financial aid every year. Financial a id is available for full- and part-time students.
• You must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and submit any requested information to the SCC Financial Aid o ffice as soon as possible in order to have your application reviewed. School Code: 008304.
• If you file close to your date of registration, you should be pr epared to use your own funds to pay for tuition and check with the Financial Aid office to see if there is enough time to process prior to pay ment being due.
• The Financial Aid office hosts a series of financial aid workshops. You can stop by to ask questions, get help filling out the FAFSA, and learn about the financial aid process. For times and locations, please check the website.
bit.ly/scc-fa-events-workshops
Fitness and Wellness Center
Fitness and Wellness Center (FW-507A)
Whether you are a first-time exerciser or an advanced athlete, w e are here to help you meet your fitness goals. As a member, you will have access to state-of-the-art equipment and personal assistance and instruction from staff members who have completed a 4-year degree in a fitness field and are certified through the Arizona Community College sys tem. Our goal is to help you achieve a healthy lifestyle.
Phone: 480.423.6604
Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 6:00 am – 8:00 pm
Friday: 6:00 am – 7:00 pm
Saturday: 7:00 am – 3:00 pm
Sunday: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm bit.ly/scc-lfc
Artie’s FIT Market (Food and Resource Pantry)
Office of Student Experience & Leadership (SC-185, next to Artie’ s Café)
Artie’s FIT Market provides a reliable food source to SCC students who are experiencing food insecurity. Students visit the market and select items of their choice from various food groups. Eligible students are also invited to participate in nutritiona l education, as well as counseling services. The goal of Artie’s FIT Market is to eliminate food insecurity and help students learn about proper nutrition and healthy dietary habits.
Phone: 480.423.6590
Email: artiesfitmarket@scottsdalecc.edu
Artie’s Cafe
Student Center (SC-176)
The cafeteria is open for breakfast and lunch when school is in session. If you just want a snack, there is a wide variety of snack items and beverages in the cafeteria and vending machines across campus.
Phone: 480.423.6240
Email: food.service@scottsdalecc.edu
Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 8:00 am – 2:00 pm Friday – 8:00 am – 1:00 pm
bit.ly/scc-arties-cafe
bit.ly/fit-market
Artichoke Grill
Applied Sciences (AP-220/225)
The Culinary Arts Department at SCC proudly operates a restaurant in which our student chefs create and serve the best in culinary fare for lunch with à la carte meals. Check website for hours of operation.
Phone: 480.423.6084
bit.ly/artichoke-grill
College Police
Library Building (LIB-450 )
The SCC Department of College Police protects life and property and encourages a shared responsibility for the protection and safety of the individual and the communi ty. The department is staffed with full authority Arizona certified police officers, as well as civilian p ublic safety aides.
Phone:
EMERGENCY
40911 (from a campus phone) or 480.784.0911 (from cell phone or off campus)
Non-emergency 36175 (from a campus phone) or 480.423.6175 (from cell phone or off campus)
Email: dispatch@scottsdalecc.edu
Hours: Year-round / 24 Hours / 365 Days A Year bit.ly/scc-college-police
Safety Escorts
The College Police Department provides safety escorts to studen ts and staff, assistance to disabled motor vehicle owners, and are trained to respond in em ergency situations.
Sexual Harassment
Sexual assault and sexual harassment are criminal acts, which s ubjects perpetrators to criminal and civil penalties in state and federal courts. In addition to court-imposed sanctions, SCC will respond administratively if a sexual assault or other criminal offense involves a student or employee as the offender. Students and employees are subject to applicable Maricopa County Community Colleges District policies and disciplinary procedure s, including policies prohibiting sexual harassment. Sanctions may include suspension or expulsio n for student offenders or termination of employment for employees.
Students who have witnessed or experienced sexual assault or sexual harassment should report these offenses to College Police and Title IX Regional Director.
Contact: Yvette Strickling
Phone: 480.731.8916.
Email: compliance@domail.mariciopa.edu
Parking
Parking is free for students and visitors. Please respect the S taff, Handicap and Carpool parking spaces and only use if given the proper authorization and are displaying the proper decal.
Lost and found property is kept at the College Police office. Art icles turned in to Lost and Found will be held for 30 days.
SCC is tobacco-free. This means cigarettes, cigars, e-cigarette s, vaping devices, and chewing tobacco are prohibited on campus – inside and outside buildings , on sidewalks and the parking lot.
BUILDINGS MAP
Administration (AD) B3
Applied Sciences (AP) D9
Art (AB) E5
Business School (BUS) C10
Center for Native & Urban Wildlife (CNUW) C7
Computer Technology & Mathematics (CM) D6
Faculty Office Building (FOB) C8
Film School Hub (FSH) H7
Fitness and Wellness Center (FW) F3
Health Sciences (HES) C6
Indigenous Cultural Center (ICC) C10
Information Technology Services (IT) B8
Language & Communication (LC) E8
Library (LIB) B5
Maintenance/Engineering (ME) D3
Music (MUS) C1
Natural Sciences (NS) F6
Performing Arts Center (PAC) C2
Physical Education (PE) F4
Receiving (REC) B12
Science Lecture (SL) C7
Social/Behavioral Sciences (SBE/SBW) B7
Student Center (SC) C3
Student Services (SS) B3
University Center (UC) (Northern Arizona University at SCC) A9
DESTINATIONS & OUTDOOR SPACES BLDG MAP
Amphitheater B1
Artichoke Grill AP D9
Artie’s Cafe SC C3
Athletic Complex H4
Bookstore SC C3
Gymnasium PE F4
Mercado G3
Theatre – Black Box PAC C2
Theatre – Main Stage PAC C2
Toad Hall CNUW C7
Two Waters Circle C5
MEETING ROOMS
C10 Saguaro Room
C10 Turquoise
SERVICES
SPECIALTY PROGRAMS