West Valley Revitalization Event

By Ralph Freso

At a West Valley Revitalization Event on Monday, the University celebrated the opening of a new west Phoenix Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing site and new physical space for Grand Canyon Theological Seminary, as well as the new LUX Precision Manufacturing facility. The press event on Monday also featured tours of the Learning Lounge, CityServe and other initiatives at GCU's repurposed business complex at 27th Avenue and Camelback Road. Story

  • Students, faculty and special guests socialize and enjoy food at Cañón 49 Restaurant during GCU’s West Valley Revitalization Event on Sept. 18, 2023.
  • The GCU Thundering Heard Pep Band plays at Cañón 49 Restaurant during GCU’s West Valley Revitalization Event on Sept. 18, 2023.
  • Thunder and members of the GCU cheerleading squad at Cañón 49 Restaurant during GCU’s West Valley Revitalization Event on Sept. 18, 2023.
  • Members of the GCU cheerleading squad entertain guests at Cañón 49 Restaurant during GCU’s West Valley Revitalization Event on Sept. 18, 2023.
  • Critical Mass performs the national anthem at Cañón 49 Restaurant during GCU’s West Valley Revitalization Event on Sept. 18, 2023.
  • GCU President Brian Mueller welcomes students, faculty and special guests during GCU’s West Valley Revitalization Event at Cañón 49 Restaurant on Sept. 18, 2023.
  • GCU President Brian Mueller speaks on the University’s role in the workforce during GCU’s West Valley Revitalization Event at Cañón 49 Restaurant on Sept. 18, 2023.
  • SIS scholar Brianna Castro speaks during GCU’s West Valley Revitalization Event at Cañón 49 Restaurant on Sept. 18, 2023.
  • College of Education Dean Dr. Meredith Critchfield speaks to students, faculty and special guests during GCU’s West Valley Revitalization Event at Cañón 49 Restaurant on Sept. 18, 2023.
  • Arizona Superintendent of the Year Dr. Lupita Hightower speaks during GCU’s West Valley Revitalization Event at Cañón 49 Restaurant on Sept. 18, 2023.
  • College of Nursing and Health Care Professions Dean Dr. Lisa Smith speaks during GCU’s West Valley Revitalization Event at Cañón 49 Restaurant on Sept. 18, 2023.
  • Faculty and special guests applaud during GCU’s West Valley Revitalization Event at Cañón 49 Restaurant on Sept. 18, 2023.
  • Brian Elisco, CEO-Abrazo Health, speaks during GCU’s West Valley Revitalization Event at Cañón 49 Restaurant on Sept. 18, 2023.
  • CEO of Rosendin Electric Mike Greenawalt speaks during GCU’s West Valley Revitalization Event at Cañón 49 Restaurant on Sept. 18, 2023.
  • Weston Smith of LUX Precision Manufacturing speaks during GCU’s West Valley Revitalization Event at Cañón 49 Restaurant on Sept. 18, 2023.
  • City of Phoenix Community and Economic Development Director Christine Mackay applauds the ongoing partnership with the University during GCU’s West Valley Revitalization Event at Cañón 49 Restaurant on Sept. 18, 2023.
  • Students, faculty and special guests tour the new College of Nursing and Health Care Professions' ABSN facilities at Building 71 during GCU’s West Valley Revitalization Event on Sept. 18, 2023.
  • Students, faculty and special guests tour the new College of Nursing and Health Care Professions ABSN facilities at Building 71 during GCU’s West Valley Revitalization Event on Sept. 18, 2023.
  • Students, faculty and special guests tour the new LUX Manufacturing workspace at Building 66 during GCU’s West Valley Revitalization Event on Sept. 18, 2023.
  • Students, faculty and special guests tour the new LUX Manufacturing workspace at Building 66 during GCU’s West Valley Revitalization Event on Sept. 18, 2023.
  • LUX Manufacturing CEO Weston Smith (center) talks with industry representatives during a tour of the new workspace at Building 66 during GCU’s West Valley Revitalization Event on Sept. 18, 2023.
  • Students, faculty and special guests tour the new Grand Canyon Theology Seminary at Building 71 during GCU’s West Valley Revitalization Event on Sept. 18, 2023.

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