Topics in Religion: Martyrs and Saints class at the Colosseum in Rome, Italy. Photo provided by Kalie Chang ’26.

By Julia Fennell ’21

In Colorado College’s Martyrs and Saints course, students don’t just read about history or religion. They explore it firsthand—studying within historic churches and basilicas, admiring mosaics in Rome, and witnessing the Feast of Saint Agatha in Sicily. 
 
Pamela Reaves, Associate Professor and Chair of the Department of Religion, Culture, Power, taught Martyrs and Saints (Italy) in 2019, 2023, 2024, and 2025. The course is fully enrolled for Block 6 in 2026. 

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Today is the deadline to register for Spring Conference, taking place on Friday, Feb. 6, from noon-2:30 p.m. in Reid Arena. Join your fellow faculty and staff members for interactive activities, games, and prizes for participants in the spirit of community and connection. Please register by 5 p.m. today, Friday, Jan. 30. See the campus calendar for details.

Questions? Reach out to Keragan Ettleman. We look forward to spending the afternoon with you!

January 2026 progress reports have been added to CC’s divisional strategic plans, offering a snapshot of how work is unfolding across the College. A core practice of shared governance at CC, these plans provide consistent communication about the College’s direction and how each division is advancing its key priorities. 

Faculty and staff are encouraged to review their own division’s report and explore others as well. Shared clarity leads to shared ownership—enabling everyone to see how their work contributes to broader College priorities and the mission of CC. In the coming academic year, divisional plans will inform the development of an institution-wide strategic plan, as we continue to claim our space in higher education and look ahead to the next 150 years. 

Hunter Burge ’25 celebrates with her team, the SS Marina, after their victory at last year’s SS Regatta. Photo by Jamie Cotten

Colorado College Intramurals is excited for another round of the Second Saturday Series and the Block 5 SS Regatta! 
 
Build a cardboard boat and race it across Schlessman Pool. You may begin building your boat as early as 11 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 31. Boats must be completed for inspection by 2 p.m. and the race begins at 2:15 p.m. 
 
Register by 5 p.m. today, and be sure to review the contest rules. Contact Andy Obringer at aobringer@coloradocollege.edu with questions.  

Jevon Lipsey ’26. Photo provided by Lipsey

By Julia Fennell ’21

When Jevon Lipsey ’26 arrived on campus as a Computer Science major, he envisioned a traditional path in AI research. But a summer studying Midwest Hip Hop with Heidi Lewis, David & Lucile Packard Professor of Feminist and Gender Studies, transformed his trajectory—shifting his focus toward using technology to amplify overlooked voices and challenge inequities. 
 
Lewis and Lipsey chose to research Midwest Hip Hop because they both hail from the region and recognized Hip Hop as a powerful form of ethnography—with artists serving as primary sources documenting their environments, histories, and political realities. 

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Ana María Hernando is perhaps best known for her works made of tulle, a soft, pliable material that comes in a wide range of colors. At the FAC, Hernando presents her tulle sculptural constructions in various scales, ranging from intimate wall hangings to immersive installations. Some works frame the doorways of the gallery spaces in bright pink and orange. Others evoke organic forms, such as waterfalls and mountains, in azure blues and petal pinks. The tulle works emphasize the softness and vibrancy of monumental formations, inviting visitors to experience these energies in both the natural world and the museum galleries. 
 
CC students, faculty, and staff get FREE admission to the FAC’s museum with your Gold Card! Come celebrate at First Friday with us on Feb. 6!

From left: John Horner, Jason Weaver, Marcela Fernandez-Peters, Tomi-Ann Roberts, Lori Driscoll, Ryan Maloney, Kristi Erdal, and Layla Haji ’25 at the Brain Ball in Bemis Great Hall.

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