Category: News Releases
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Katie Glassman and Snapshot swing into Rifle
Free concert at Colorado Mountain College in Rifle Friday, Nov. 22 RIFLE – Katie Glassman fuses soulful fiddling with a sparkling voice to span a range of genres from Western swing to vintage jazz and bluegrass. She and her band, Snapshot, will perform at the Clough Auditorium on the CMC-Rifle campus on Friday, Nov. 22.…
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CMC offers study abroad classes in Spain, Guatemala, South Africa
Some course application, payment deadlines Dec. 13 For those who see the world as their classroom, Colorado Mountain College offers college credit for study abroad courses in three countries for spring and summer 2014. Dive into intensive language classes in Spain, examine the culture of resistance in Guatemala or experience the cultural history of South…
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CMC students organize free portraits for families in need
CMC professional photography students share their skills The professional photography program at Colorado Mountain College in Glenwood Springs-Spring Valley is once again participating in the worldwide Help-Portrait movement. Students, alumni, faculty and staff will provide free portraits to area families on Friday, Nov. 22, from 5 to 8 p.m., at the Basalt Middle School, 51…
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CMC alumnus works for famous chef in Las Vegas
Work experience at college’s Culinary Institute helped to secure job Like many aspiring chefs, Aaron Cousineau grew up watching the Food Network and experimenting in the kitchen. He decided to pursue his culinary dreams in college after looking up to one well-known star on the Food Network: Bobby Flay, a TV personality, chef and restaurateur.…
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Sample a Crucial Conversation at CMC
Workshop at Edwards campus could help you at work If you’re someone who avoids conflict – to the point where your work and personal relationships are suffering – a two-hour workshop on Nov. 14 at Colorado Mountain College’s Edwards campus could propel you toward clear, effective communication. The 3-5 p.m. workshop is a sampler of…
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Hauser ‘on the job’ even before her first day
New CMC president officially starts in December Dr. Carrie Besnette Hauser can’t wait to start work at Colorado Mountain College in December. She is already attending a planning conference with CMC faculty and administrators, and is lining up numerous campus visits. Hauser said as early as her first week on the job she will start…
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Veterans honored with reduced tuition at Colorado Mountain College
Special CMC website inform veterans about classes on-site or online Active-duty military, veterans, and their spouses and dependents now receive Colorado Mountain College’s low in-district tuition – no matter where they live. The college offers the discounted rate as a show of gratitude for military service and sacrifice. With in-district tuition rates of $56-$95 per…
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Sustainability Day reflects CMC student, community involvement
“Green Team” students teach what they are learning Shoshanah Ferguson was stationed in a corner of the Coronado Café at Colorado Mountain College’s campus in Leadville, but it wasn’t to have lunch. The CMC sustainability studies student was one of about a half-dozen students and community members presenting information at the campus on Sustainability Day…
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New exhibit at CMC Rifle campus showcases local artists
Reflects passion for ranch life, wildlife, Western landscape [RIFLE] – “I tell people, ‘Paint your own backyard,’ and what a backyard we have,” said artist Jane Lee. Lee is one of four women whose work is featured in a new CMC ArtShare exhibition, “Women at Home on the Range,” which explores images of daily life…
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Hauser’s contract approved by CMC board
New president’s skills, energy and vision are praised by trustees Today the Colorado Mountain College Board of Trustees approved a contract to hire Dr. Carrie Besnette Hauser as the next president of the college. Following a national search, the college’s board of trustees selected Hauser as their top choice earlier this month. She is expected…