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Master of Social Work Degree to be Offered at Reduced Tuition in Glenwood Springs
DENVER — Applications are now being accepted for the Western Colorado Master of Social Work (MSW) degree program, to be offered at a reduced tuition rate by the University of Denver Graduate School of Social Work (GSSW), beginning in September, 2013. A Friday evening and Saturday class schedule has been arranged to accommodate the needs…
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College boosts regional economy more than $300 million annually
Tuition freeze for 2013-14 small part of picture An economic impact analysis of Colorado Mountain College shows that the college plays a substantial role in the Western Slope’s economy, demonstrates a significant return on investment and is poised to help the region recover from the current recession. The study was conducted by Appleseed, an economic…
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Good Jobs for Environmental Science Grads
What does building a wind farm, saving endangered species, and restoring river habitat have in common? They are all tasks performed by environmental scientists—people who use their knowledge of science to protect the environment. Environmental scientists work in offices and laboratories and also spend time in the field gathering data and monitoring environmental conditions.
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Demand for Graphic Designers Continues Unabated
Whether you aspire to be a freelance artist or a designer at a big ad agency, a degree in graphic design will help make your dreams come true. Graphic designers create visual concepts by hand or with computers, and communicate ideas to enlighten and attract consumers. They work with logos, photos, drawings, and other designs…
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Mountain Pine Manufacturing to ramp up production of wood strand mulch from beetle-killed trees
CMC business competition propels entrepreneur forward This article first appeared in the Steamboat Pilot. By Michael Schrantz. Steamboat Springs — It’s been two years since Trent Jones first considered bringing to market an erosion-control product made from beetle-killed trees. The bales of wood strand mulch, which are made from Routt County trees that have been…
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Engineering Training Provides Building Blocks to a Career
The term “engineer” comes from the word “ingenuity,” the quality of being clever, original, and inventive, and using ideas to solve problems. And nearly every aspect of modern society, from roller coasters to Mars rovers function smoothly because of the ingenuity of trained engineers. Engineers design roads, bridges, and the cars that drive on them.…
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Culinary Arts Jobs are on the Rise!
Interest in food as an art as well as a meal is more popular than ever. Culinary arts jobs are found at restaurants, private homes, schools and institutions, caterers, and test kitchens. Chefs, cooks, and food preparation specialists work in a variety of settings from greasy spoon cafes to avant-garde bistros. Some specialize in desserts…
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East Africa Study Abroad
“It was one of the best experiences of my life,” says CMC Leadville student Shannon Harness, about his recent CMC study abroad trip to East Africa. “It was so incredible, I want to go back.” Harness, along with other trip participants, recently created a thoughtful, compelling video about their experiences. You can share their journey…
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On Campus Living at Colorado Mountain College
We just created a new video to show off the great opportunities and value of living on campus at Colorado Mountain College. Check it out and share it! An engaging, fun glimpse into student life on campus at CMC.
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Former U.S. Ambassador to discuss Syrian war
Event is Monday in Edwards EDWARDS, Colorado — Former Ambassador to Iraq Christopher Hill will discuss the current civil war in Syria at Colorado Mountain College in Edwards on Monday in a Vail Symposium program presented in partnership with the Josef Korbel School of International Studies at the University of Denver. Hill will draw on…