Work of the College Series Event Project 2024 – CANCELED

Dear Campus Community,

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Work of the College event on the Project 2024 Update will be postponed until a later time. We apologize for the inconvenience this may cause.

Our team is actively working to reschedule the event and messaging with a new date will be provided as soon as possible.

Thank you for understanding.
The Work of the College Series is a year-long program of events with four goals: (1) clarify organizational structures and decision-making processes; (2) offer campus constituencies the opportunity to dialogue with leadership about campus affairs; (3) increase decision-making transparency in hopes of building trust; and (4) build community.

The Work of the College Series consists of:

  • Community Conversations (dialogue about specific topics)
  • Roadshows (presentations and Q&As)
  • Board of Trustees Town Halls (informational updates)
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Crack the Code: Join Us for an Exclusive Dive into Evolving Cybersecurity at CC!
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Cybersecurity is a dynamic and evolving field due to the constant emergence of new threats and vulnerabilities. Save the date to learn more about cybersecurity at CC with Khaleel Gathers, VP and Chief Information Officer from the Office of Information Technology. 

This event, part of the Work of the College Series, will be held in McHugh Commons on Tuesday, Feb. 6 from 1:30-2:30 p.m. Please register in advance.
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Popular Roman Sports and Entertainment Class Utilizes Modern Games and Performances
ID: A group of students sitting in the bleachers at a Denver Nuggets game

Students at a Denver Nuggets game during first week of class, where they were asked to detail the experience in relation to what they had read and studied so far.

Photo submitted by Dr. Sanjaya Thakur
By Julia Fennell ’21

When most people think of a Classics course, they might picture a professor lecturing on Roman architecture or students studying ancient Greek texts. At CC, however, things are done a bit differently. From Denver Nuggets games and touring on-campus entertainment venues to trying on gladiator gear, students in Roman Sports and Entertainment spend the block connecting Roman sports and entertainment to the modern world, as well as analyzing its social-political context.

In this course, Dr. Sanjaya Thakur, Judson Bemis Professor of Humanities and Professor of Classics, ensures that students both learn the important history of the Roman world, as well as connect that history to forms of entertainment and sport today. 

Students in Roman Sports and Entertainment learn about gladiatorial games, beast hunts, mock naval battles, and chariot racing, as well as theatrical entertainments, like ballet and pantomime. They study the similarities between Roman entertainment and modern-world entertainment. Students also consider the social status of the entertainers in the Roman world, and how that impacted the perception of them and the entertainment in general.

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Climate, Environment, and Sustainability at CC

Want to dive into a campus culture where sustainability isn’t just a buzzword, but a way of life? At CC, our approach to climate and sustainability resonates with the dynamism of the Rockies themselves. It’s not about sitting in lectures and jotting down theories. Here, sustainability is woven into the very fabric of our daily experience.

The CC website is now home to a new resource for all things pertaining to campus sustainability. Stay up-to-date with programs, plans, and news regarding how CC and the extended community continues to care for and protect our environment.

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CC and UNC Team Research Dark Sky Tourism
ID: students standing in sand in the evening with trees behind them, looking at a survey

Jacob McDougall ’24 is pictured handing out a survey at the Great Sand Dunes National Park in October 2023.
Photo submitted by Yang
ID: a group of 7 students and teachers standing outside on the road, wearing puffy vests, looking at the camera

(L-R) Dr. Mark Eiswerth ’82, Jacob McDougall ’24, Liam Mullen ’25, Ben Slater ’26, UNC students Avery Morgan and Duaa Nakshbandi, and Dr. Guanyi Yang during the research team’s three day trip to the Great Sand Dunes National Park in October 2023.

Photo submitted by Yang
By Julia Fennell ’21

Three Colorado College and two University of Northern Colorado students joined their professors, Dr. Guanyi Yang, CC Assistant Professor of Economics and Business, and Dr. Mark Eiswerth ’82, Professor of Economics at UNC and Visiting Professor at CC, on a three-day trip to the Great Sand Dunes National Park to research dark sky tourism, the practice of traveling to locations without light pollution in order to see the night sky.

“I have been very concerned about the negative impacts of night light pollution for quite some time now,” says Eiswerth, who majored in Economics at CC. “Even aside from potential human health and ecological impacts, it is very sad to me that we, as well as our children and grandchildren, are not able to see stars at night in the same way that our parents and grandparents may have been able to.”

The idea for this project started with the State of the Rockies Project, which works to enhance the understanding of and address socio-environmental challenges in the Rocky Mountain West. The survey asked participants how important it is to provide opportunities for people to see stars at night without light pollution. Almost 70% of respondents said it was important. The State of the Rockies Project then reached out to Yang and asked him to lead one of the research teams investigating the importance of dark sky conservation, which the State of the Rockies Project sponsored.

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The College Experience (CXP) is returning to CC on February 10, in Cornerstone Screening Room. The College Experience, funded by the El Pomar Foundation, helps scholars explore different college campuses for free. This allows the Pre-Collegiate Program to hold these college visits throughout the Pikes Peak region so that students can make informed decisions about where they want to pursue postsecondary education. Please be aware there will be additional people on campus.

Fine Arts Center Corner

Clarence Shivers: Experimenting with Form Opening Celebration
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Join the FAC on Friday, Feb. 9, 6–8 p.m., for the opening of the museum’s newest exhibition Clarence Shivers: Experimenting with Form and celebrate this prolific artist’s wide-ranging and exceptionally creative career. Enjoy live music by Tidal Breeze, food, and chat with friends and family of the artist.

This event is free and open to the public; RSVPs are requested.

Photo of the Week

Nick Rivas, a community local, does a backflip onto an airbag in Colorado Springs during Half-Block.
Photo by Karuna Abe ’20
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Campus Events Requests All Events for the Next Academic Year be Submitted by March 29.

Dear Colleagues,

One of the significant themes to come out of Project 2024 is the need to increase efficiency across campus. To that end, we are creating a collaborative governance structure for the college to enhance community engagement and facilitate informed decision-making processes and policies.
We formed the College Events Operational Group (CEOG), comprised of dedicated staff and faculty, aiming to streamline the campus events process to deliver the unified CC experience. To enhance support and promotion of your events, please submit your events for the next academic year no later than March 29 via the events management portal on the single sign-in page. This allows for sufficient time to review all requests and recommend events to be highlighted as part of CC’s 150th celebration.
The CEOG divided into smaller committees focusing on key aspects:
  1. Event Categories under Pillars (Student Transformation, Thriving Communities, Courageous Conversations, and Visibility):
    • Signature Events
    • College Business
    • Athletics
    • Student Events
    • Community Events
  2. Momentus (formerly Ungerboeck) Updates:
    • Inclusion of ALL event spaces
    • Requesting support from departments like Communications, Parking, and Campus Safety
    • Expanding required questions
  3. Campus Calendar Alignment:
    • To optimize resource allocation and prevent scheduling conflicts, we’re ensuring all events are on the campus calendar.
If you have any questions or concerns about getting your events submitted, please reach out to Don Herbst at dherbst@coloradocollege.edu.
Warmly,


Pedro

Dean of the College and COO
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Save the Date for Block 5 In the Loop

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Please save the date for the Block 5 In the Loop all-staff meeting on Thursday, Feb. 15, at 8:30 a.m.
Meet in Celeste Theatre inside Cornerstone Arts Center. The program will begin promptly at 8:30 a.m. Stay afterward for a light breakfast and conversation in Cornerstone Main Space.
Submit good news, kudos, and questions by noon, Friday, Feb. 9.
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Career Center Newsletter 1/31/24

Career Center Highlights

Questions Corner: Your Questions Answered!

This week’s question is:  How does the Career Center help with Interview Prep? What are some tips for preparing for an interview? 

The Career Center can help with interview prep by talking about how to prepare for an interview and offering mock interview sessions. We also provide Big Interview, a great platform to learn interview best practices and how to craft answers to common questions. 

Some interview preparation tips include:
  • Watch the Big Interview Fast Track videos to understand interview fundamentals.
  • Review our interview resources on our website. Resources include our interviewing guide, STARR method resources, and industry-specific interview guides. 
  • Prepare answers to key questions, such as the top ten questions highlighted by Big Interview in their interview question library.
  • Research the organization you’re interviewing with to better understand who is interviewing you, how to prepare, and what questions you need to ask to understand the opportunity and the organization.
  • Practice! Practice your answers with the Career Center through an appointment (scheduled through Handshake), practice with your friends and family, and practice with other people in your network, such as alumni.

Highlighted Resources

Pathway U

Exploring career options and deciding on a direction can be overwhelming, particularly when you have diverse interests. Thankfully, PathwayU simplifies the process. In just 20-25 minutes, it assesses your interests, values, personality, and workplace preferences. Afterward, you receive a comprehensive explanation of your results and guidance for future career planning. 
  • For PathwayU platform guidance, watch this video.
  • After you complete PathwayU, check out the Career Center to learn more about our resources.  

Have more questions?

Attend drop-in hours between 1-4pm Monday-Thursday or schedule an appointment on Handshake to meet with our Career Consultants!
Emma Fairburn, Megan Mrkonjich, Sarah Reinbrecht, and Leah Brown (Left to Right)
Pathways:
Emma: Arts, Media, and Communications  
Megan: Science, Research, Outdoor Industry 
Sarah: Competitve Business and Technology 
Leah: Careers for the Common Good (Education, Non-Profit, Government, International Careers, and Service)

Public Interest Fellowship Program (PIFP)
Check out the job postings and get your application submitted this week.

The Summer Fellowship is open to all CC students.

The Yearlong Fellowship is open to August 2023, December 2023, and May 2024 CC graduates.

Check out the available fellowships at: CCPublicInterest.com
Questions? Reach out: PublicInterest@ColoradoCollege.edu 

Upcoming Events

AI & Data Science Career Options

Date: Thursday, February 1, 2024; 1-2 p.m. 
Location: Career Center Carriage House

This talk will give you an overview of many career options within AI. This talk is for students who like to use math and data to solve problems and/or want to learn more about AI, math, and data. Register on Handshake. 

Careers in the U.S. Department of State: Panel Discussion

Date: Tuesday, February 6, 2024; 12:15-1:15 p.m. 
Location: Worner Campus Center, WES Room
Join three panelists from the U.S. Department of State to discuss their career journeys and answer questions about careers with the Department. Panelists include the Diplomat in Residence of the Rocky Mountains, Air Force Academy Department of State Visiting Professor in the Department of Political Science, and Colorado College alum and Foreign Service Officer, Brian Hall ’08. All majors are encouraged to attend, as roles search for candidates with skills from many disciplines. Lunch will be provided. RSVP Now!

FBI Internship Information Session

Date: Thursday, February 8, 2024; 3:30-5 p.m. 
Location: Palmer Hall, Palmer 17

Join three panelists from the U.S. Department of State to discuss their career journeys and answer questions about careers with the Department. Panelists include the Diplomat in Residence of the Rocky Mountains, Air Force Academy Department of State Visiting Professor in the Department of Political Science, and Colorado College alum and Foreign Service Officer, Brian Hall ’08. All majors are encouraged to attend, as roles search for candidates with skills from many disciplines. Lunch will be provided. RSVP Now! 

KRCC Southern Colorado NPR Internship Info Session

Date: Thursday, February 8, 2024; 2:30-3:30 p.m. 
Location: Career Center Carriage House

Come to this information session to learn more about the Summer 2024 Internship at KRCC. The KRCC News Team is seeking two individuals who are creative, self-motivated, and driven to join us as news interns. As an intern, you will have the opportunity to be heard by a potential audience of 900,000 listeners in southern Colorado and create news content that can be utilized on the statewide CPR network. The internship experience includes mentorship from news professionals, hands-on training and development, networking opportunities, and more. RSVP Now! 

Highlighted Positions

Student Success Stories

Have you secured an internship or job this summer, been accepted into a post-graduate program, or been rewarded for an academic or research achievement? The Career Center would love to celebrate you and your achievements! Fill out the Student Success Story form in our bio to be featured next on our Instagram! 
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