Last year, 98 CC students were awarded over $140,000 in Keller Family Venture Grants to pursue individual research projects. Some of these students traveled globally, and others engaged in research domestically.

Come hear their stories on Wednesday, Oct. 30, at 4:30 p.m. in Celeste Theatre.

Visit the Keller Family Venture Grants website for more information and to see examples of student projects.

Davis Tutt ’15 and CSSC CEO Megan Leatham at the US Olympic & Paralympic Museum. Photo provided by Tutt.

By Megan Clancy ’07

Davis Tutt ’15 has spent the last three years working for the Colorado Springs Sports Corporation (CSSC), with the goal of reinvigorating the city’s sports event culture. He is now the organization’s Director of Sports Tourism & Olympic Engagement, responsible for leading the Sports Commission pillar of the CSSC. In this role, he works to identify national and international sports events compatible with Colorado Springs and complete bids to secure those events for the city – all with the aim of growing sports tourism in Olympic City USA.

CSSC is a non-profit established in 1979 to assist in the relocation of the U.S. Olympic Committee from New York City to Colorado Springs. Their mission is to inspire and advance Colorado Springs, Olympic City USA, and the Pikes Peak Region through sport and community events. CSSC plays a critical role in bringing civic leaders together with some of the nation’s premier sporting organizations to promote tourism and create positive economic impact. They host events like the Rocky Mountain State Games, Cycle to the Summit, and the Labor Day Lift Off. And CSSC recently hosted the 2024 Pikes Peak Air Show, bringing fellow alum and Blue Angel pilot Isaac Becker ’17 back to town.

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Celebrate 150 years of CC on Saturday, Nov. 2 from 8-11 p.m. Robson Arena will be transformed for the biggest party of the sesquicentennial with dancing, casino games, live music, and a DJ. Afterward, head to Tava Quad for a spectacular drone show to cap off the evening.

Exclusive Deal for Faculty & Staff: Tickets are just $25, which includes access to all Homecoming events and two drink tickets for the big night. Register now!

Want to attend for FREE? Volunteer for two shifts during Homecoming, and your Extravaganza ticket is on us! Interested in volunteering? Check with your supervisor about department support and email Kristie Damgaard to sign up.

The Rocky Mountain Women’s Film Festival (RMWFF) honors films and filmmakers that present the world as women experience it. The festival showcases documentary, narrative, short, and animated films that are thought-provoking, enriching, and encourage both global awareness and personal growth.

RMWFF runs Oct. 17-20 in Cornerstone, Packard, Gaylord (in Worner), and Armstrong, with festival goers parking in Robson Garage, so please be prepared for a large influx of people on campus next weekend. Tickets are available for CC students and employees at the Worner Desk. Everyone in the CC community gets one free ticket when using your Gold Card, so be sure to get yours today!

By Megan Clancy ’07

Jacob Mihalak ’74 has dedicated the entirety of his 40-year career to supporting the planning, development, and operations of housing and supportive services for people living with HIV/AIDS and/or experiencing homelessness. He has worked for nonprofits and as an independent consultant, and now lives in Seattle, WA, serving as a consultant to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.

“There are many obstacles and challenges to developing housing and launching client-centered support service programs, including stigma, discrimination, lack of information, and obstructionism,” says Mihalak. “My role is to help determine needs, guide solutions, and assure compliance with federal programmatic and fiscal guidelines.”

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Did you know that being part of the CC community means you get 50% off membership to the FAC? Not only that, but we’ve been hard at work developing an exciting new lineup of member-exclusive programming! We’re thrilled to bring you a rich array of experiences across our theatre, museum, and Bemis School of Art.

Membership benefits:

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Students camping at Lottis Creek near Crested Butte for Block Break. Outdoor Ed’s Ahlberg Gear House has tons of equipment for students and employees to rent. Video by Reign La France ’25