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Announcements

Russian language program: Blocks 1-2 in Kyrgyzstan!

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Join the course “Narrating from loss toward meaning”

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Join the сourse “Russian Women: The Search for Identity in Russian Film, 1920’s to the Present”

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Roll out of bed and onto the dance floor Contact Improvisation TODAY

Hello! Our blocky contact improvisation jam will be TODAY at 1:00-3:00 in Cossitt Gym’s South Studio (N & W of Worner Student Center) Free.
This is for CC affiliated folks and invited guests.
We’re lo…

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HELP CC CURB BIKE THEFT: Secure your Bicycle over Winter Break

As the holiday break approaches, bike thefts across campus tend to rise. To help protect your bike over Winter Break, Campus Safety, and the Residential Experience Team are offering free bike storage in the Mat…

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Staff: Vote Now for your Staff Council At-Large Representative!

Vote…

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Nondiscrimination and Title IX Policy and Procedures comment period has been extended to Dec. 18th

The Nondiscrimination and Title IX Policy and Procedures comment period has been extended to December 18, 2024. To review the full text of the policy, please visit https://www.coloradocollege.edu/basics/welcome/leadership/policies/a-z-list.html

To…

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Colorado College Productions Film Screening

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BOGO Tickets to The Little Mermaid

Come see Disney’s The Little Mermaid live on stage at the Fine Arts Center through Dec. 29, 2024!…

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Faculty: AUDITIONS: NEVER SWIM ALONE

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You are invited! Studio Art & Design Senior Thesis Presentations

Capstone Poster

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Events

Kuffiya Kite Club: Flying as Resistance

Today from 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Tava Quad

Join us for the Kuffiya Kite Club, a workshop where we’ll build kites from simple materials and explore the interpla…
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CVAE: Wintersong 2024 – Saturday, Dec. 14 @ 4p.m. (Shove Chapel)

Today from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Shove Memorial Chapel

Music…
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Winter Market 2024: A Free Festival for the CC & Colorado Springs Community!

Today from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Cornerstone Main Space

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CVAE: Wintersong 2024 – Saturday, Dec. 14 @ 7:30 p.m. (Shove Chapel)

Today from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Shove Memorial Chapel

Music…
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Gamelan Ensemble Concert ft. the Balinese Dancers – Sunday, Dec. 15 at 3 p.m. ( Packard Hall)

Tomorrow from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Packard Performance Hall

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Join Honor Council

Dear Students,

We hope you are having a good end to Block 4!

Do you care about equity, justice, and free food? Then look no further than the Honor Council! The council is a student-run organization dedicated to incorporating a student perspective into academic dishonesty issues. We act as a mediating body between students and faculty in hopes to achieve equitable and consistent responses to instances of academic dishonesty across cases regardless of professor or department.

The Honor Council meets once a week on Wednesdays (except for 4th Wednesday) from 12:15-1 p.m. We also provide a FREE catered lunch at every meeting from places such as Noodles and Co., Wingstop, and Einsteins! Besides free food, serving on the Honor Council provides valuable experience for whatever might come next for you after CC. And, you will have the opportunity to connect with peers and faculty to ensure that academic dishonesty is handled equitably.

If you are interested in joining, please email your answers to the following questions to honorcouncil@coloradocollege.edu“> honorcouncil@coloradocollege.edu:

1. In your own words, what is the purpose of the Honor Council? (300 words or less)

2. Why do you wish to serve on the Colorado College Honor Council? What aspects of the role are compelling to you? (300 words or less)

3. As a member of the Honor Council, you will gain experience applying rules to complex situations that affect your peers’ lives. What ideas do you have for improving equity in the Honor Code or Honor Council? What (if any) aspects of the role are you hesitant about? (300 words or less)

If you would like some more information on the Honor Council, please refer to our website.

We hope you consider applying to join the Honor Council!

Sincerely,

The CC Honor Council

Around the Block – Winter Commencement is Here!

Winter Grad Spotlights

Olivia Spencer

Young asian woman with glasses standing in front of a large body of water, smiling at the camera

Olivia Spencer ’25 is graduating this Sunday, Dec. 15 after an exciting four years. Spencer’s time at CC has taken her across the globe, including a semester abroad at the University of Auckland, a block abroad in Costa Rica, and extended research in the Czech Republic with Dr. Miro Kummel, Professor and Chair of CC’s Environmental Program. Spencer collaborated with Kummel and Dr. Marek Baxa, from ENKI in the Czech Republic, for her senior thesis, focusing on the dynamics of shallow lakes and their stable alternative states. Outside of academics, Spencer has been a key leader in Outdoor Education as a kayak instructor and whitewater coordinator. She also showcased her musical talents as a member of the Chamber Chorus and CC Choir.

Ren Coryell

Ren Coryell ’25 is a transfer student who spent the last two and a half years at CC. During their time at CC, Ren co-founded The Queer and Trans Collective in collaboration with the Butler Center. This initiative fosters community, advocates for queer and trans students, and educates the broader campus on LGBTQIA+ issues. In recognition of their impactful work, Ren received the Ginger Morgan Legacy Award for Feminist and LGBTQIA+ Initiatives last May.

young caucasian person in a white shirt and cap, sitting on a rock in the mountains

Ashley Stewart

young blonde caucasian woman in a Colorado College soccer jersey, arms crossed at her chest, smiling at the camera

Ashley Stewart ’25 has been a dedicated student-athlete on the Division 1 Women’s Soccer team and a member of the Dean’s List. With plans to continue playing soccer professionally overseas after graduation, Stewart is also pursuing a career in the sports industry. Her thesis research focuses on competitive balance in European women’s soccer, reflecting her passion for advancing the sport on and off the field.

Stay tuned next week for more graduate highlights!

CC’s New Health Center Partner

We’re excited to share that UCHealth is now our new Health Center partner at CC! UCHealth is a trusted healthcare leader in Southern Colorado with a nationally recognized network of hospitals, clinics, and providers who are dedicated to delivering excellent, patient-centered care. Our clinic team will include a nurse practitioner, registered nurse, medical assistant, and medical receptionist, all here to support your health needs. Starting Monday, Jan. 6, 2025, you can make an appointment by calling 719-389-6384. We’ll continue to offer a variety of primary care services, including same-day appointments.

Please see the email sent last week for more information.

Preparing for Winter Break

Mail Center: Closed Dec. 22 – Jan. 5
Staff will be present on the following days to receive packages and mail. Please note that we will not be processing any outgoing items during this time.
Dec. 23: 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Dec. 27: 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Dec. 31: 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Jan. 2: 10 a.m.–2 p.m.

Students will continue to have access to the package lockers seven days a week, 8 a.m.–8:30 p.m. While we are closed, packages will be stored with the carrier and delivered to us once we reopen on Jan. 6, 2025.

Staff and Faculty: please do not schedule freight deliveries Dec. 22 – Jan. 5 as we will not be able to receive them.

The Counseling Center: Closed during Winter Break.
Students will have access to 24/7 telehealth counseling through Uwill. Contact them by phone, 1-833-646-1526, or through their website at www.uwill.com. In the event of an emergency, call campus safety at 719-389-6911, or emergency services at 911.

Campus Safety: Open during Winter Break.
Please visit the following webpages for information:
Winter Break Preparation
Holiday Safety Tips
Safety Programs and Services

Outdoor Education: All facilities will be closed, normal hours resume Monday, Jan. 6, 2025.

Adam F. Press Fitness Center Winter Break/Half Block Hours
Wednesday, Dec. 18: 6:30-9 a.m. & noon-7 p.m.
Thursday, Dec. 19- Friday, Dec. 20: 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Saturday, Dec. 21–Sunday, Jan. 5: CLOSED

CC Bookstore
Dec. 20: 9 a.m.-noon
Dec. 23-Jan. 3: CLOSED
Jan. 6, 2025: resume normal hours 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Airport Shuttle Services for Students
To DIA:
Wednesday, Dec. 18: 45-passenger van at 1 p.m.
Thursday, Dec. 19: 45-passenger van at 1:30 p.m.

To COS:
Wednesday, Dec. 18: 25-passenger van at 1:30 p.m.
Thursday, Dec. 19: 25-passenger van at 1 p.m.

Head to Worner Desk to make your shuttle reservations.

Food Services
Rastall:
Dec. 18: Breakfast 8–9:30 a.m.; Lunch 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.; Dinner 5-7:30 p.m.
Dec. 19–Jan. 5, 2025: CLOSED

Colorado Coffee:
Dec. 18: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Dec. 19–Jan. 5: Open 8 a.m.-6 p.m.; EXCEPT Closed: Dec. 24–25 and Jan. 1

Susie B’s:
Dec. 18: 8 a.m.–1 p.m.
Dec. 19–Jan. 19: CLOSED, reopens Jan. 20, 2025

The Preserve:
Dec. 18: 11:30 a.m.–2 p.m.
Dec. 19–Jan. 18: CLOSED, reopens Jan. 19, 2025

Benjamin’s:
Dec. 18: Grill 11 a.m.–3 p.m.; Authentic & Sushi 11 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Monday, Dec. 19– Friday, Jan. 5: 8 a.m.–6 p.m.
Saturday Dec. 19– Sunday, Jan. 5: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; EXCEPT Closed Dec. 24–25, and Jan. 1

Local Goods:
Dec. 18: 11:30 a.m.–7 p.m.
Dec. 19: 11:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
Dec. 20–Jan. 16: CLOSED

CC Recognized as a Most Engaged Campus for Student Voting

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By Alexa Gromko

CC has been recognized by the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge as a 2024 ALL IN Most Engaged Campus for College Student Voting. The honor recognizes colleges and universities for outstanding efforts to increase nonpartisan student voter participation. CC joins a group of 471 colleges and universities recognized by ALL IN for participating in the challenge. Through an intentionally-designed program that provides structure, support, and recognition, ALL IN works to improve civic learning, political engagement, and voter participation on more than 1,075 campuses nationwide. ALL IN believes higher education should play a role in developing an active and informed citizenry by educating students, motivating them to engage in American democracy, and instilling the value of lifelong participation.

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FAC Corner

**Don’t Miss The Little Mermaid, Live On Stage at the FAC**

A still from the set of The Little Mermaid with man and mermaid sitting in a boat on the stage

Photo by Isaiah Downing

Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen’s most beloved stories and the classic animated film, Disney’s The Little Mermaid is a love story for the ages. With music by eight-time Academy Award winner Alan Menken, lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater, and a compelling book by Doug Wright, this fishy fable will capture your heart with its irresistible songs, including “Under the Sea,” “Kiss the Girl,” and “Part of Your World.”

The Little Mermaid runs through Dec. 29. Tickets start at $27 and CC students get free tickets the day of the performance!

Photo of the Week

A student sitting on a wood floor holding a tablet, which shows a person measuring an angle for flexibility of the legs.

Students working in Assistant Professor Eryn Murphy’s Human Biology & Kinesiology course on Oct. 23 in Olin. Photo by Jamie Cotten

Today at CC Digest for Students

Announcements

Contact Improvisation Jam Join us! Saturday 1-3

Hello! Our blocky contact improvisation jam will be this SATURDAY at 1:00-3:00 in Cossitt Gym’s South Studio (N & W of Worner Student Center) Free.
This is for CC affiliated folks and invited guests.
…

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1/2 Block: Embodied Story Telling with EIKO OTAKE

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WIN $700!!!

WIN $700!!!
The State of the Rockies Project is hosting their annual Vinatge Poster Contest and we want YOU to design and submit a poster! The submission deadline is 1/18/25.

Click th…

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Study Abroad in Edinburgh & London in Block 7

It is not too late to add a study abroad block to your Spring schedule.

Block 7 ED110 “Linking Literacy, Language, and Linguistics” is accepting applications. The course is open to stu…

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Resume Review Session

The Consulting Club is hosting a resume review session TODAY, December 12th, 2:00 – 3:00 pm in Tutt Library room 317. Open to all students!

Any questions? Email s_akinchina@coloradocollege.edu

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Block A in Italy Information Session!

Please mark your calendars for an information session lunch about a Block A Summer 2025 course offering (ED250 in Italy) on Monday, December 16th from 12:15-1:15pm! Come to learn more about the course — Topics …

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CC in Latin America Spring 2026 – México and Brasil

Starting academic year 2025-2026 the Spanish and Portuguese Department will be offering the CC in Latin America semester in the Spring semester. Blocks 5-6 will be taught in Yucatán, México and Blocks 7-8 in Ba…

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Study Abroad in Berlin with Dr. Heidi R. Lewis!

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Out Loud COS Men’s chorus presents Postcards from the North Pole

Postcards from North Pole

Are you ready to Sleigh Ride into the holiday season with us? Get ready, because we’re thrilled to announce our upcoming show: …

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Half Block Course – Music Business

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Block 5 MU228 Creativity Now! – CP Gen Ed

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HELP CC CURB BIKE THEFT: Secure your Bicycle over Winter Break

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Facilities offices closing early today

The Facilites offices will be closing at 2pm today to partake in the CC Holiday Party. Please make arrangements to pick up any keys or vehicle packets prior to 2pm.

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BLOCK 5 – LEARN THE ART OF LIGHTING DESIGN

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Block 5 course Narrating from Loss toward Meaning fufills AIM & CP

“In this class, we will study accounts of tragic loss caused by war, prison, and political and social repressions, as well as stories of more common experiences of loss—broken relationships, mis…

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🇫🇷 Block B in France with CC 🇫🇷

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Free Uber for students!!!

The Colorado College Student Government Assosciation has partnered with Uber to provide 100 students with 16 free rides across Blocks 5 and 6 to inform future transportation initiatives! Grab a spot now by fill…

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Finance Office – Closed Friday, December 13 2 – 4 pm

The Finance Office will be closed to attend the CC Holiday Party on Friday, Dec. 13 from 2-4 p.m.

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CC Esports Hiring Student Workers

Hello everyone! The CC Esports program is hiring for student workers in 5 positions:

If you are applying for multiple positions, you can reuse the same cover letter for each position.

– League of…

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Return your Fall 2024 Rental Textbooks by December 18!

If you rented textbooks during Block 1, 2, 3 or 4, the deadline to return your rentals is December 18th. If you are not on campus on the 18th you can mail your books back to us! The books MUST …

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This Ain’t Sunday School! Block 5 Introduction to Religion

Register for this exciting block 5 course now! Satisfies requirements and recommendations for Religion majors and minors, and satisfies the Critical Perspectives AIM requirement!
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Colorado College Productions Film Screening

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Public Interest Fellowship Program

Public Interest Fellowship Program (PIFP). We are holding our final information session on Monday, Jan. 27th @ 4pm virtually. Come meet organizations in Worner on Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2025 from 12-1:30. Applications must be submitted on handshake before Wednesday, Feb. 5th @ 11:59pm.

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You are invited! Studio Art & Design Senior Thesis Presentations

Capstone Poster

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Events

Senior Math Thesis Presentations

Today from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Tutt Science 122 – Lecture Hall (Social Science)

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Bioarts Workshop with Jude Abu Zeineh

Today from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
CC Arts & Crafts in the Fine Arts Center (FAC)

Participants are invited to make their own petri dish artworks using a similar process as …
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Grief Support Drop-In Hours

Today from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Sacred Grounds
Looking for support and space to connect around grief? Stop by during the Grief Support Drop-In Hours on Friday, Dec. 13 from 4-5 p.m in Sacred Grounds, Shove Chapel

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Shabbat Dinner

Today from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Interfaith House
Schmoozing and games starts at 5:30, brachot and meal starting at 6pm. Whether you grew up celebrating Shabbat each week or have never been to a Shabbat before, all are welcome! Come enjoy a home cooked meal in…
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Muslim Futurism: Spotlight Series

Today from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Fine Arts Center

Join us December 13 at 7:00pm at the Fine Arts Center for a showcase produced by the nonprofit …
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