Campus facilities at the Santa Cruz Center
The Santa Cruz Center is located in a 35,000-square-foot building in the heart of Nogales, Arizona’s business district at 2021 North Grand Avenue. The campus facilities at the Santa Cruz Center include offices, conference rooms, classrooms, labs, a student union, study areas, and lounges — all designed to support student learning and community engagement.
Modern Technology in a Spacious Setting
The creation of the Santa Cruz County Provisional Community College District (SCCPCCD), referred to as the Santa Cruz Center, grew out of the need for higher education opportunities in our border county and the desire of residents and community leaders to have access to local post-secondary programs. Postsecondary education began in Santa Cruz County in 1970. We’ve come a long way since then, with the Santa Cruz County Provisional Community College District moving to its current campus at the Santa Cruz Center in 2013.
Today, the campus facilities at the Santa Cruz Center include partner offices, conference rooms, classrooms, computer, nursing, and science labs, a student union, and several lounge areas — all designed to support student success and community growth.
A Campus That Inspires Learning
The campus facilities at the Santa Cruz Center accelerate student learning with up-to-date technology in a modern setting. Classrooms are spacious and bright, providing a positive atmosphere for learning and collaborating on projects.
Students have access to five computer labs with over 100 computers, as well as interactive television classrooms that allow them to take classes alongside peers and instructors. Free printing services are also available.
The student union features both indoor and outdoor environments filled with natural sunlight. TVs, books, games, couches, and tables create spaces where students can study, play, and socialize with peers.
Additionally, a second indoor lounge provides a private setting for out-of-classroom activities and student engagement.
Reception
The Santa Cruz Center reception area is open with natural lighting, couches, computers and study areas as well as several service desks.
Computer Labs
There are five computer labs where students take classes and work independently on their studies.
Science, Nursing & EMT Labs
Two labs for Science as well as Nursing and EMT training provide specialized equipment and tools.
Classrooms
Twelve classrooms provide plenty of space for concurrent academic programming through the day and evening.
Offices
A meeting room and offices are located throughout the facility for Santa Cruz Center personnel as well as partners.
Student Union
A large student union with an outdoor patio provides an environment for students to study, play and hang out together.
A History of meeting the growing needs of citizens and industry
The Santa Cruz Center has a fascinating history of locations and partnerships leading to the establishment of the Santa Cruz County Provisional College District (SCCPCCD) in Santa Cruz County.