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Conflicting ideas, materials animate new exhibition
ArtShare showcases ‘Ink Paintings’ by Andrew Roberts-Gray Glenwood painter Andrew Roberts-Gray, like most people, is full of contradictions. Unlike many, he strives to embrace them – in his life and in his art. Instead of bringing disparate elements into harmony in his most recent series of paintings, Roberts-Gray decided to let an unlikely amalgam…
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CMC receives renewed grant for science institute
Chevron funds next installment of science training for K-8 teachers The next generation of scientists is sitting in K-8 classrooms right now. A renewed grant from Chevron will help support their enthusiasm for the subject into high school and beyond. Created by teachers, for teachers, the Chevron Summer Science Institute is a local initiative designed…
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This New Year’s Eve, resolve to add more life to your years
Long-time CMC fitness instructor sets example for her students every day Studies on the importance of exercise abound. Just browse the Mayo Clinic online, WebMD, or the latest health articles in The New York Times. We all know exercise is good for our bodies and minds, but few relish the idea of actually doing it.…
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“Empty Hands, Open Arms” author to speak at CMC Speaker Series
Deni Béchard’s book explores the race to save Congo’s Bonobos When author Deni Béchard first learned of the last living bonobos — great apes that are, alongside the chimpanzee, our closest relatives — he was horrified to learn how close the animals and the rainforest they call home are to extinction. Béchard discovered that one…
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CMC’s Image Campaign comes to a close
Stories about what makes the college first choice A six-month advertising campaign that began in June, 2013 focused on Colorado Mountain College’s high quality education, great value, and integral connection to the economic vitality and vibrancy of our mountain communities and Colorado as a whole. The campaign began with an ad featuring CMC’s Interim President…
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Pair of Hearts — Fold Community Kitchen brings small bites to Woody Creek Distillers
CMC Sustainable Cuisine student Tracey Snow helps guide sustainable choices for Woody Creek distillers This article first appeared in the Aspen Times Weekly. By Amanda Rae. Here in the Roaring Fork Valley, the old adage rings true: when one door closes, another one opens. Even better is finding a cocktail waiting waiting to greet you.…
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Local photographer Nick Young’s work to be featured during Dew Tour in Breckenridge
Colorado Mountain College student chosen to capture Dew Tour for a day This article appeared in the Summit Daily News. By Krista Driscoll. Nick Young got a taste of life in the half-pipe at Breckenridge Ski Resort on Tuesday, but it wasn’t from stomping 1260s or switch 1080s — it was through the lens of…
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CMC photography program gains international exposure
Students earn CPOY awards, publication, career advancement The professional photography program at Colorado Mountain College is gaining momentum and earning national and international recognition, as students and alumni earn awards and build careers. “It’s rewarding,” said CMC photography professor Derek Johnston, “to see our students succeed like they have.” The photography program has most recently…
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Catch a falling star this week
This column was first published in the Steamboat Today, where you can catch CMC professor Jimmy Westlake’s Celestial News column every Tuesday to learn cool skywatching and photography tips. Want to view more of Westlake’s beautiful astrophotography? Visit his website at www.jwestlake.com and purchase “Jimmy’s 2014 Cosmic Calendar.” Proceeds benefit CMC’s Sky Club. Steamboat Springs…
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Education just might save a life
This column ran in the 12/9/13 Post Independent. By Chris Jackson Emergency medical technicians (EMTs) and paramedics share a passion for helping people and many have chosen their career because they want to help save lives. As a paramedic, I have personally had the incredible experience of successfully reviving a number of patients who have…