Students Engage with World-Famous Kronos Quartet Photo by Lonnie Timmons III By Julia Fennell ’21 The world-famous Kronos Quartet met with students in five Colorado College classes on Aug. 30, 2022, in Packard Performance Hall. The Kronos Quartet spoke about the group’s new film, “A Thousand Thoughts,” to students in four critical inquiry seminars: Black and …
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Taking Steps to Address Compensation Needs for Our Staff
Dear Staff, To support our goal of making Colorado College one of the greatest places to work, college leadership and I are committed to paying faculty and staff in a financially sustainable way that takes into account living wage principles and reflects the educational labor market. As you know, we have taken several steps to …
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Events Bringing Crowds to Campus
Get ready for lots of visitors on campus this week. Colorado College is hosting the World Affairs Council this Thursday, Sept. 22, bringing 150 youth to campus. In addition, on Friday, Sept. 23, campus hosts both the Colorado Council Workshop in Cornerstone Arts Center with 115 counselors on campus, and the Downtown Partnership Breakfast at Ed Robson Arena with 700 people attending. …
Stay Healthy During Block Break
Dear Campus Community, As we head into the first block break of this academic year, I am mindful that there has been anxiety and confusion about our COVID policies and practices. So, I am reaching out to offer some information and resources. The COVID-19 webpage is the go-to resource for all campus COVID-19 protocols; it …
Around the Block – Campus News
‘Best Buddies’ Club Fosters Connections By Julia Fennell ’21 The Best Buddies Club seeks to establish and foster relationships between CC students and individuals in the Colorado Springs community who have intellectual and developmental disabilities. “We aim to foster community and connection through inclusive events and one-on-one friendships,” says Natasha Jaddock ’24, who is the …
CC Launches Art Loan Program
Ever wanted to hang an original piece of art in your room or office? Photo by Lonnie Timmons III Now is your opportunity. All students, faculty, and staff are invited to participate in the CC Art Loan program beginning in Block 2. This program gives members of the campus community the opportunity to borrow campus …
See You at ITL Next Week
Sent on behalf of the President’s Office and Staff Council: See you next week at the Block 1 In the Loop all-staff meeting Thursday, Sept. 22. Hear an update from President L. Song Richardson and other college leaders; see the results of the Senior Survey; and celebrate colleagues who’ve earned Tiger Service Awards. Your Staff …
Save the Date: Block 2 First Monday
Mark your calendar for the first First Mondays presentation of the academic year: Monday, Sept. 26, at 11 a.m. Join us for a talk by Katherine Standefer ’07, author of the 2022-23 Common Read “Lightning Flowers: My Journey to Uncover the Cost of Saving a Life.” Her debut book, “Lightning Flowers,” was a finalist for …
Planning Accessible Events
Dear Campus Community, Colorado College is dedicated to fully including people with disabilities in all aspects of campus life, including the events we host. How do you ensure that your events are welcoming and accessible to all? Here are a few things to think about as you plan your events. How do you invite those …
Upcoming Excel at CC Opportunities
Dear Staff and Faculty, Do you organize and plan events around campus? Are you interested in the work being done in CC’s Office of Civil Rights and Title IX? Do you want to use more inclusive language when talking about individuals with disabilities? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, the Office of …
