PVCC's Own Zoe Bell Inspires at Spring Commencement with a Tale of Triumph and Academic Excellence

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Paradise Valley Community College (PVCC) held its Spring 2024 Commencement, celebrating the achievements of its students. Zoe Bell, a student senator, gave the keynote speech. Bell faced housing instability and financial challenges since 2019 but managed to earn dual associate degrees in science and arts, with focuses on engineering and environmental sustainability.

In her speech, Bell discussed her personal challenges and how stable housing improved her academic performance. She also highlighted her leadership roles at PVCC, including peer mentor, vice president of the Phi Theta Kappa chapter, and member of the Women Rising group.

Bell received several awards for her perseverance and academic excellence, including the Chancellor's Civic Leadership Medallion. In 2023, she received the Progress, Accomplishment, Thriving, Hope (PATH) Scholarship for economically challenged students. She also earned recognition from the Arizona Society of Professional Engineers and received the Annette McHenry Scholarship for her contributions to STEM.

Bell has been active in promoting STEM education. In October 2023, she organized an outdoor physics workshop for local students to foster interest in science and technology.