Dear Faculty and Staff, As we commemorate 150 years of Colorado College, we have an opportunity to reflect on where we’ve been and where we are headed. This milestone challenges us to honor our liberal arts legacy while taking bold steps to address today’s challenges and build a thriving future. As I shared at Spring …
Category Archives: Messages from the President
Think You’ve Got Tiger Spirit? Prove It at the First Annual Tiger Lookalike Contest!
Get ready to show off your wild side, Tigers! 🐅 Join us on Friday, Feb. 7, at 6:30 p.m. in Cornerstone for the most epic event of the year: The Tiger Lookalike Contest! Here’s how it works: 👗 Dress up as your best “tiger” self—go bold, creative, and over the top! 🎤 Strut your stuff on the catwalk to the song of …
State of the College Update
Dear Students, Faculty, and Staff, I hope you were able to take time over Winter Break to fully disconnect from work and school, do the things that bring you joy, and of course, get plenty of rest. I did the same, and I am energized about what lies ahead for the Spring Semester. To start …
My Gratitude and Hope for the Year Ahead
Dear Colorado College Community, As we approach the final stretch of the semester, I’d like to share love and gratitude for the CC community. I know this time of year can feel overwhelming as we strive to finish classes and cross off our to-do lists before Winter Break. When that long break arrives, please use …
Introducing Our New Vice President for Strategic Communications and Marketing
Dear Students, Staff, and Faculty, I am thrilled to share that Colorado College has hired Johanna Blickenstaff as our new Vice President for Strategic Communications and Marketing, effective Monday, Oct. 21. Johanna comes to CC from the University of Denver, where she has held progressive leadership positions since 2021. Most recently, she was Associate Vice …
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Update from the Colorado College Board of Trustees
Dear CC Community, At Colorado College, our primary responsibility is to deliver an outstanding liberal arts education that empowers students to think critically, practice empathetic leadership, and be active participants in society and democracy. Prior to the June 2024 Board of Trustees retreat, a group of faculty and a group of students met with Board …
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Institutional Strength Starts with Community
Dear Campus Community, What a wonderful time we had at the Campus Sleep-Out over the weekend! I had a blast with all of you — playing games, roasting s’mores, cheering on our Tiger Men’s Soccer team, and watching Inside Out 2 (which now tops my list of all-time favorite Pixar movies). I’d like to recognize …
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Welcoming the 2024-25 Academic Year
Dear CC Community, It’s the start of the 2024-25 academic year, and I can’t help but feel the excitement of a new beginning. As a lifelong teacher, this time of year has always held a special place in my heart. It’s a feeling of reinvention, brought to life by new people and new experiences. In …
Announcing the Chief Diversity Officer
Dear CC Community, I am proud to share that Rosalie Rodriguez has accepted the position of Chief Diversity Officer at Colorado College, effective August 1. In this Cabinet-level position, Rosalie will champion the college’s commitment to antiracism, strategizing with cabinet and me to ensure a cohesive institutional approach to ADEI that embeds equity practices into …
A Message from Interim President Manya Whitaker
Colorado College Community, I’m Manya Whitaker, and I have the honor of being your Interim President for the next two years. As we embark on this journey together, I want to share a few thoughts about my priorities and my goals for the near future. I also want to thank all of you for …
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