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News from August 2024

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Lope Family Sendoff marks emotional beginning for GCU freshmen

By NW Valley Times | Aug 30, 2024

Freshman Audrey Boberg comforts her emotional mother, Jenna Boberg, during the Lope Family Sendoff at Sunset Auditorium. Photos by Ralph Freso / Slideshow

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Leaders encourage student participation in global missions during GCU's Welcome Week

By NW Valley Times | Aug 30, 2024

Business management senior and Missions team head leader Elle Mowbray spoke to students about mission opportunities during a Welcome Week open house at Grand Canyon University (GCU). Mowbray recounted her experiences in Puerto Peñasco, Mexico, where she informed residents about local medical clinics.

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Grand Canyon University emphasizes faith during Welcome Week activities

By NW Valley Times | Aug 29, 2024

A student and her father on Tuesday tied a colored ribbon on the Prayer Fence at the south end of Prescott Field, marking a significant moment during Grand Canyon University's Welcome Week.

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Students participate eagerly at Grand Canyon University's Intramural Sports Field Night

By NW Valley Times | Aug 29, 2024

Freshman Sydney Aey runs with the ball as a defender tries to grab her flag in a game of flag football during the Intramural Sports Field Night on Wednesday at Colter Field. Photos by Ralph Freso / Slideshow

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Grand Canyon University holds emotional commissioning ceremony for new students

By NW Valley Times | Aug 28, 2024

Travis Hamele embraced his freshman daughter, Adison Hamele, following a pinning ceremony during the Welcome Week New Student and Family Commissioning on Monday at Global Credit Union Arena.

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Local Government Meeting today in Northwest Valley

By NW Valley Times | Aug 27, 2024

Northwest Valley City Council Meeting starting at 5 pm today — here's what you need to know!

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GCU's Sports Club appoints third female president amid university's anniversary celebrations

By NW Valley Times | Aug 27, 2024

Shelby Link is the third female president in the 10 years of GCU’s Sports and Entertainment Business Club. Photos by Ralph Freso

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GCU celebrates its milestone year by surprising students during move-in week

By NW Valley Times | Aug 27, 2024

Junior Ethan Young is surrounded by Residence Life staff members at Diamondback Apartments after being presented with a gift bag. Young was the 75th student to check in. Photos by Ralph Freso

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Government event this week in Northwest Valley: Aug. 25-31

By NW Valley Times | Aug 26, 2024

The following event is scheduled to take place in Northwest Valley this week.

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Student clubs play key role in Grand Canyon University's Welcome Week

By NW Valley Times | Aug 26, 2024

Kyndal Downing of the American Kids Country Swing Dance Club demonstrated her line dancing skills during last year's gathering. This week's Welcome Week at Grand Canyon University aims to help students integrate into campus life beyond moving into their living quarters. Student clubs play a significant role in these activities, with an expanded presence this year.

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Arizona Christian University celebrates ninth consecutive year of record enrollment

By NW Valley Times | Aug 26, 2024

Arizona Christian University (ACU) is set to serve over 1,400 students this fall, marking its ninth consecutive year of record enrollment. This milestone comes just two years after the institution surpassed 1,000 students for the first time in its history. ACU continues to attract students with its conservative, biblically integrated education provided within a covenantal Christian community.

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Grand Canyon University welcomes freshmen during milestone 75th anniversary

By NW Valley Times | Aug 26, 2024

Laura Sutton, an incoming freshman at Grand Canyon University (GCU) from Ramona, California, began her college journey early Monday morning by checking into her Acacia Hall apartment at 5:55 a.m. She was accompanied by her mother, Sharon Sutton. This marked the start of GCU's event-packed Welcome Week and its milestone 75th anniversary.

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Family & kids events this week in Northwest Valley: Aug. 25-31

By NW Valley Times | Aug 26, 2024

Don't miss out on these family & kids events happening in Northwest Valley this week.

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Entertainment event this week in Northwest Valley: Aug. 25-31

By NW Valley Times | Aug 26, 2024

Don't miss out on this entertainment event happening in Northwest Valley this week.

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Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Maricopa County in week ending Aug. 17

By NW Valley Times | Aug 25, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Maricopa County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 17, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Which former NW Valley Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Aug. 26?

By NW Valley Times | Aug 25, 2024

These former NW Valley Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Aug. 26.

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School events this week in Northwest Valley: Aug. 25-31

By NW Valley Times | Aug 24, 2024

The following school events are scheduled to take place in Northwest Valley this week.

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NW Valley Times area weekly mass times

By NW Valley Times | Aug 24, 2024

The following parishes in the NW Valley Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on E85 gas in cities in Maricopa County in week ending Aug. 17?

By NW Valley Times | Aug 23, 2024

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Maricopa County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 17, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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GCU Magazine highlights AI integration and campus life in August issue

By NW Valley Times | Aug 23, 2024

The August issue of GCU Magazine, released today, highlights Grand Canyon University's (GCU) efforts to integrate artificial intelligence into its educational framework. The university is leveraging AI technology to enhance student learning, with initiatives such as the science and health care chatbot Mira and the math chatbot Isaac.