President’s report avoids any details on student enrollment, status, or future plans for Sedona Center and Verde Valley Campus; main focus was on renovation of Prescott Pines camp
The Yavapai Community College Governing Board convened for its first public meeting since May 2024 on September 24. However, during President Dr. Lisa Rhine’s report to the Board, scant information was shared regarding past and present student enrollment figures for the Sedona Center and Verde Valley campus.
For many residents, student enrollment trends are a critical indicator of the institution’s vitality and its role in serving the community. Yet, this key concern remains unresolved, leaving residents in the dark about the current status of enrollment—a matter that directly impacts the college’s ability to fulfill its mission.
The lack of transparency raises questions about whether the publicly funded community college intends to provide clear and comprehensive data to the taxpayers who support it. Without this information, there remains a growing sense of frustration among residents who deserve to understand the college’s operational health and the effectiveness of its educational outreach.