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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…

  • 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…

  • 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.

  • 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…

  • U.S. Congressman Scott Tipton Visit

    U.S. Congressman Scott Tipton visited Colorado Mountain College’s adminstrative offices in Glenwood Springs Monday, where he met with the college’s Senior Vice President Dr. Jill Boyle and Interim President Dr. Charles R. Dassance. The representative was briefed on several key workforce and training programs offered at the college’s seven campuses, including ongoing student-faculty research involving…

  • Answers to your financial aid FAQs

    By Rita Bayless and Janelle Cook It’s that time of year again – the scramble to meet deadlines for college financial aid. Here are some of the questions we are asked each year: When is the deadline to apply? Each college and university sets a priority deadline for filling out the Free Application for Federal…

  • 13 Colorado Resorts Make Outside’s Top 40 List

    The 40 Best Ski Resorts in North America This post first appeared in CMC student Becky Aurora’s blog, Life at 10,200 ft.   Before pursuing her bachelor’s degree at CMC, Becky Aurora enrolled in the college’s Ski Area Operations program, which trains students at Vail, rated #2 on Outside’s Top Ski Area’s list. In an…

  • CMC wins $7,000 bike in nationwide, virtual-reality bike challenge

    Local campus speeds past Bucknell, University of Iowa to win first place From the seat of one stationary bike in their fitness center, students and staff at Colorado Mountain College’s Glenwood Springs-Spring Valley campus competed against thousands of riders from 70 other colleges across the country. And they won. The College Interactive Cycling Challenge was…

  • Quinzhee City

    The art of quinzhee building leads students to a deeper understanding of snowpack – and of their place in this world First published in CMC student Dustin Eldridge’s blog, Steamboat Livin’. Quinzhee City. Population 16. Built in one snowy night deep in  Routt National Forest, the city consisted of four dome-shaped snow shelters inhabited by…

  • Spring 2013 Visit Days at Colorado Mountain College

    Spread the word. Students interested in Colorado Mountain College’s three residential campuses have a few more chances to check out Colorado Mountain College this spring! Visit Days are a great way to meet Colorado Mountain College students, faculty and staff while learning about our degree programs and getting a taste of life on our three…