Save the Date for Block 3 In the Loop

Sent on behalf of the President’s Office and Staff Council:

Please save the date for the Block 3 In the Loop all-staff meeting on Thursday, Nov. 18.

Note this year’s location for In the Loop: Meet in Celeste Theatre inside Cornerstone Arts Center; the program will begin promptly at 8:30 a.m. Grab-and-go breakfast will be available for pick-up in Cornerstone Main Space as you exit the meeting.

Those wishing to join the meeting via Zoom from their individual workspace may do so by registering in advance using this link. Feel free to swing by the main space after 9:30 a.m. to pick up breakfast.

Submit good news, kudos, and questions to be answered during the question-and-answer period. You must submit your items by Thursday, Nov. 11.

In the Loop is a joint venture between Colorado College leadership and the Staff Council to facilitate communication and build community spirit among the staff at Colorado College. These meetings are your chance to directly connect with college leaders and other staff members on a regular basis.

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Join Board of Trustees for Town Hall Nov. 8

The Colorado College Board of Trustees arrives this week for their fall board meeting, Nov. 4-6.

You’re invited to attend a town hall where board leaders will share an update from their meeting. On Monday, Nov. 8, 4:30-5:30 p.m., Board Chair Jeff Keller ’91, P ’22, Vice Chair Ryan Haygood ’97, and Secretary Heather Carroll ’89 will join President L. Song Richardson for a town hall via Zoom. Please register here to participate.

The town hall will be recorded and shared with the campus community next week.

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Announcing Title IX Working Group

Dear Campus Community,

Each of us plays an important role in creating a safe environment for all students, staff, and faculty. Doing so requires us to understand and follow the college’s policies and procedures, which means that those policies and procedures should not only reflect shared values but also be understandable and easy to navigate.

After hearing from members of the campus community about our interim Title IX Policy and Procedures and our Nondiscrimination and Antiharassment Policy, I have asked a broadly representative group to address questions and suggestions from students, staff, and faculty before the policies and procedures become final. You can review and comment on both of these policies now through the end of Block 5.

The Title IX and Nondiscrimination Policy Working Group will develop recommendations for how both policies can operate effectively. While both policies ensure compliance with federal antidiscrimination and Title IX regulations, they also reflect CC’s commitment to equity, inclusion, and the creation of a learning and work climate where all members of the community are welcome and can thrive.

The working group will develop their recommendations after engaging with the campus community, understanding state and federal regulations, researching best practices in higher education, and considering the college’s current processes and resources. The working group will be in contact to collect input and update the campus community on progress.

Members

Faculty

Scott Ingram, FEC Personnel Policies Subcommittee
Emily Chan, FEC Governance Subcommittee, chair
Rushaan Kumar and Natanya Pulley, Diversity and Equity Advisory Board
Jane McDougall, CC chapter of the American Association of University Professors

Staff

Lisa Ruth, Staff Council
Debra Mortenson, Diversity and Equity Advisory Board
Anna Thompson, Sexual Assault Response Coordinator

Students

Deksyos Damtew ’22, CCSGA
Mary Duggan ’23 and Lily Epstein ’22, Student Organization for Sexual Safety
Jordan Bates ’23 and Wiktoria Grzech ’23, Student Title IX Assistance and Resource Team

Ex-officio members

Acting Title IX Coordinator Barbara Wilson
Deputy Title IX Coordinator Joshua Isringhausen
Deputy Title IX Coordinator for Athletics Jessica Bennett
Director of Accessibility Resources and ADA/504 Coordinator Jan Edwards

I am grateful to all of these campus community members for working on this important matter.

Sincerely,

L. Song Richardson

President

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Don’t Forget to Take the NACCC Survey

This message was sent to all students today, reminding them to take the National Assessment of Collegiate Campus Climates survey, which is open until Nov. 9. If you can, please encourage students to take the survey. Their answers will help inform the Antiracism Implementation Plan, including new initiatives. Similar surveys will be conducted for staff in Spring 2022 and for faculty in Spring 2023.

Dear Students,

We want YOUR input about the racial climate on the CC campus. The National Assessment of Collegiate Campus Climates survey assesses the extent to which race matters on campus and how students feel about the current level of equity at CC. As of the morning of Nov. 2, 631 students (or 26.44%) have completed or started the survey, so we still need to hear from more of you!

Watch the video below to hear from Mary Nussbaumer ’22, CCSGA vice president for student life, Lesley Irvine, vice president and director of athletics, and Emily Chan, professor of psychology, associate director of race, ethnicity, and migration studies, and director of the Bridge Scholars program, about why it’s so important for you to participate in the survey.

Important information about the survey:

For a link to the survey, check your email for messages from helpdesk@nacccsurvey.org” style=”font-weight: normal;font-weight: normal;color: #7a6646;text-decoration: underline;color: #7a6646;text-decoration: underline”>helpdesk@nacccsurvey.org.
The survey closes Nov. 9.
The survey will take about 15 minutes to complete.
Results and recommendations from the University of Southern California’s Race and Equity Center will be received during the summer of 2022 and shared with the campus community.
After the conclusion of the survey, every student who completed the survey will have a chance to win one of three Apple iPads, including an Apple Pencil.

We understand that responding to statements on race and the racial climate on campus may cause any number of feelings, and may be uncomfortable for you. For support, the diversity, equity, and inclusion team; Butler Center; Counseling Center; Wellness Resource Center; and Spiritual Life are available.

Thank you for your commitment to antiracism at Colorado College.

Sincerely,

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Leadership Team

Rosalie Rodriguez
Senior Associate Dean of Students for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Director of the Butler Center

Peony Fhagen, Ph.D.
Senior Associate Dean of Equity, Inclusion, and Faculty Development

Eric E. Lee, Ph.D.
Assistant Vice President of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for Staff and Administrative Operations

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Don’t Forget to Take the NACCC Survey

Dear Students,

Important information about the survey:

For a link to the survey, check your email for messages from helpdesk@nacccsurvey.org” style=”font-weight: normal;font-weight: normal;color: #7a6646;text-decoration: underline;color: #7a6646;text-decoration: underline”>helpdesk@nacccsurvey.org.
The survey closes Nov. 9.
The survey will take about 15 minutes to complete.
Results and recommendations from the University of Southern California’s Race and Equity Center will be received during the summer of 2022 and shared with the campus community.
After the conclusion of the survey, every student who completed the survey will have a chance to win one of three Apple iPads, including an Apple Pencil.

Thank you for your commitment to antiracism at Colorado College.

Sincerely,

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Leadership Team

Rosalie Rodriguez
Senior Associate Dean of Students for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Director of the Butler Center

Peony Fhagen, Ph.D.
Senior Associate Dean of Equity, Inclusion, and Faculty Development

Eric E. Lee, Ph.D.
Assistant Vice President of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for Staff and Administrative Operations

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Announcements for Staff

Spring Preregistration Opens Next Week; Dates are 11/8 – 12/3

The open period for Spring Preregistration will take place in Banner SSB starting next week Monday, November 8th and will run through Friday, December 3rd.

Students will have 4 weeks to…
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Faculty & Staff Funding Opportunities

Creativity & Innovation offers two types of funding for faculty and staff: Creative Exploration Grants and Changemaker Collaboration Grants. Tenure-track faculty, lecturers…
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Lectures by Peter W. Marty, Publisher of Christian Century and CC alumnus

Lectures by Peter W. Marty, publisher of Christian Century and CC alumnus

Peter W. Marty, a major voice in progressive ecumenical Christianity, will offer two talks in…
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November TIAA Webinars

November TIAA Webinars
Access these webinars at: https://shared.tiaa.org/public/publictools/campaign/login/webinar?resume=/idp/F5lxy/resumeSAML20/idp/SSO.ping
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Mood Food!

Making changes in what you eat can give your outlook a lift.
Join us in this expert led seminar to learn what foods can help tame stress, boost your mood and ease anxiety.
Join the Zoom Meeting:
Wednes…
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TODAY — An Art History Major’s Career as an Art Dealer — 1:00 pm in Packard Hall 23

Tom Cleary
“An Art History Major’s Career as an Art Dealer”
Wednesday, November 3, 1:00 p.m.
Packard Hall 23

Tom Cleary, CC class of 2010 will be visiting the college on Wednesday, November 3.…
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“Silence”

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Caste in the United States: Dispatches from the Civil Rights Movement for Caste Equity in United States

Thenmozhi Soundararajan, “Caste in the United States: Dispatches from the Civil Rights Movement for Caste Equity in United States,” Nov 10, 2021 04:00 PM Mountain Time. This event is part of th…
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NEW Remote Access Policy 30-day Open Comment Period

Access to key information systems and services residing on the CC secured network is a requirement for a significant portion of the CC community. With the onset of the pandemic and following previous work and r…
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Register for Faculty Lunch block #3 featuring Janet Burge

Faculty Lunch block #3 featuring Janet Burge

Wicked Problems

Design, including software design, has to tackle complicated real-world problems. H…
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Ofrenda in Shove Chapel for Día de los Muertos

The ofrenda (altar) for Día de los Muertos in the side chapel of Shove, is an opportunity for our community to create and build an ofrenda that intentionally remembers loved ones who have died and honors person…
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Fire and Erosion: Making Things Out of Clay – THIS FRIDAY!

Fire and Erosion: Making Things Out of Clay
with Jeremiah Houck, Assistant Director of the Bemis School of Art

This drop-in, not-for-credit mini-workshop covers some of the clay cons…
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“Connections, Belonging, and Indigenous Identity in Museum Spaces” – Tuesday Nov. 9 @ 6 pm

“Connections, Belonging, and Indigenous Identity in Museum Spaces”

Visiting Professor Joe Baker, Ex…
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Common Read 2023-24: Call for Submissions

The Office of Academic Programs invites your nominations for the CC Common Read for 2023-2024. The deadline is December 22, 20…
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NEXT WEEK: Writing Strong Letters of Reccomendation

Tuesday, November 9, 2021, 2:00 to 3:30 p.m., Tutt Library 238. RSVP here. Join Chris …
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Meet Young Alum Kira Osborn

November 4 at 2pm in the Chapman Community Plaza
Come by to meet Kira Osborn ’14, a CC Young Alum! From a CC RA to the Global Operations Manager at NIKE.
Join us for discussion over donuts and chocolate m…
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Register for Faculty Lunch block #3 featuring Janet Burge

Faculty Lunch block #3 featuring Janet Burge

Wicked Problems

Design, including software design, has to tackle complicated real-world problems. H…
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BlueForm Requests

In case you missed it, BlueForm requests has a new online form. If you need information about current students, courses offered, Academic Department information (like course/student reviews), demographics, enro…
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Block 4 Course: Racial Identity Development (PSY 178/REMS 200)

There are no prerequisites to take this course.
Equity and Power and Societies & Human Behavior Gen Ed Designations

This course is taught by Peo…
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Music Department Fall 2021 Senior Colloquium

Friday, November 5 at 1:00 pm in Packard Hall

The Music D…
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Professor Olufemi Taiwo Speaks on “Subjective Security,” Nov. 4 at 3:30 p.m.

Professor Olufemi Taiwo Speaks on “Subjective Security,” Nov. 4 at 3:30 pm

All are invited to hear Professor Olufemi Taiwo (Georgetow…
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Staff Events

🌼Dia de Muertos🌼

Today until 10:00 a.m.
Windom House 1132 N Cascade Ave
SOMOS, SP House, MOSAIC, SP Department, and CC Mobile Arts invite you to celebrate Dia de Muertos at Spanish House (Windom House 1132 N Cascade Ave).
🌼Nov 1st: Altar Making Workshop from 4 t…
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Excel at CC – Material Recovery Facility (MRF) Tour

Today from 10:15 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.
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What really happens to CC’s recycling stream once it leaves our campus? How is it sorted? Why is CC known a one of the worst offenders when trucks deliver our recycling and how can we improve that image? A behi…
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CC Summer Study Away Fair

Today from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Worner Lobby
The Summer Study Away Fair will highlight all the programs being offered by CC for off-campus study in Summer 2022. You can speak to the faculty leaders, learn about the courses and the travel…
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Excel at CC – Material Recovery Facility (MRF) Tour

Today from 12:15 p.m. to 1:45 p.m.
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What really happens to CC’s recycling stream once it leaves our campus? How is it sorted? Why is CC known a one of the worst offenders when trucks deliver our recycling and how can we improve that image? A behi…
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Todd Miller: Journalist and Researcher of the US-Mexico Border

Today from 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
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This event is not open to the general public. www.coloradocollege.edu/newsevents/calendar/details.html?EventID=46667&booking=1SEQUENCE:0
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A Borderless World? Todd Miller, Journalist & Researcher, US-Mex Border

Today from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Gates Common Room
Todd Miller is a writer and researcher who has specialized in US-Mexico border issues for more than 15 years, the last eight as an independent journalist and writer. He writes a weekly post for The Border Chron…
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Math/Computer Science Department Games and Greetings

Today from 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Tutt Science Center, Room 221
Join the Math/CS department for our blockly, 2nd-Wednesday tradition of gathering to play some board and card games, enjoy good company, and receive some light snacks to go!

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Refugee Alliance: ESL Training THIS Wednesday

Today from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Zoom
We will be having an ESL training session this Wednesday at 5 PM led by Dr. Chelsea Walter! While we aren’t necessarily having ESL tutoring as a volunteer opportunity for this year, we believe it would be benef…
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Ritt Kellogg Expedition Slideshow

Today from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Cornerstone 131 (Screening Room)

Whether you’re looking for inspiration for your own Ritt Kellogg Expedition or you’re just curious about what the most recent bout of expeditions looked lik…
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First Pep Band Rehearsal

Today from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Packard Room 9
Calling all true tigers! Get pumped for CC’s brand-new pep band for men’s and women’s basketball! All levels of musical talent welcome; just bring yourself and your instrument to our first rehearsal in Packar…
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Meet Young Alum Kira Osborn

Tomorrow from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Chapma Community Plaza
Come by to meet Kira Osborn ’14, a CC Young Alum! From a CC RA to the Global Operations Manager at NIKE.
Join us for discussion over donuts and chocolate milk in the new Robson Arena!
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Department of Anthropology Block 3 Speaker Series

Tomorrow from 4:00 p.m. to 6:15 p.m.
McHugh Commons
“I Heard It’s Not Common in Black People”: Racializing Disease in Post-Ferguson St. Louis

In this Anthropology Speaker Series lecture, Dr. Chelsey R. Carter presents research on h…
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Ronny Quevedo: ”A conversation: At the line”

Tomorrow from 4:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Cornerstone 131 (Screening Room) – Edith Kinney Gaylord Cornerstone Arts Center, 825 N. Cascade Ave.
Please join us for a roundtable conversation with artist Ronny Quevedo, Victoria I. Lyall, Frederick and Jan Mayer Curator of Art of the Ancient Americas at the Denver Art Museum, and Jorge Rivas Pérez, Frederi…
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IN CONVERSATION: AT THE LINE

Tomorrow from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Cornerstone 131 (Screening Room)
Please join us for a roundtable conversation with artist Ronny Quevedo, Victoria I. Lyall, Frederick and Jan Mayer Curator of Art of the Ancient Americas at the Denver Art Museum, and Jorge Rivas Pérez…
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Screening and Q&A with Marion Hill, “Ma Belle, My Beauty” (2021)

Tomorrow from 7:15 p.m. to 9:15 p.m.
Cornerstone 131 (Screening Room)
VSFC Hill poster
The Visiting Series in Film and Culture invites you to a screening of “Ma B…
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Music Without Borders – Transcontinental New Music Ensemble

Tomorrow from 7:30 p.m. to 8:45 p.m.
Packard Performance Hall

Thursday, November 4 at 7:30 pm in Packard Hall
…
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Musical Theatre – The Mystery of Edwin Drood – Virtual Performance

From 12:00 a.m. Friday, November 5, 2021 to 12:00 a.m. Saturday, November 6, 2021
Streaming Online

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“A Brief Introduction to Multilevel Modeling” by Dr. Minho Kim

Friday, November 5, 2021 from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
TSC 122, or Zoom
Free pizza will be provided at noon outside Tutt Science for attendees of the talk! The talk will begin at 12:30.

The Department of Math and Computer Science presents a talk the first three Frid…
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Craft Seminar with Marion Hill, “Directing Actors Outside of the Script”

Friday, November 5, 2021 from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Cornerstone 102 (Studio C)
VSFC Hill seminar poster The Visiting Series in Film and Culture invites CC students to a cra…
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Robert D. McJimsey Seminar

Friday, November 5, 2021 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Timothy Fuller Event Space (Tutt Library)
Robert D. McJimsey Seminar Presents Peter W. Marty, publisher of Christian Century and CC alumnus: “The Rise of Zero-Sum Thinking in American Political and Religious Life”
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”The Rise of Zero-Sum Thinking in American Political and Religious Life” with Peter W. Marty

Friday, November 5, 2021 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Timothy Fuller Event Space – 1021 N. Cascade Ave.
Peter W. Marty, publisher of Christian Century and CC alumnus: “The Rise of Zero-Sum Thinking in American Political and Religious Life” Partisanship and demonization of the other are huge problems in American …
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Reflections on Anthropology and the Black Experience

Friday, November 5, 2021 from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
JLK McHugh Commons – above Preserve; in the Western Ridge Housing Complex, 1090 N. Cascade Ave.
Inspired by St. Claire Drake’s “Further Reflections on Anthropology and the Black Experience” and the Association of Black Anthropologists’ 50th Anniversary “The Anthropology of the Black Experience” event, thi…
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Theatrical Production ”Silence”

Friday, November 5, 2021 from 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Cornerstone 108 (Norberg Studio) – Edith Kinney Gaylord Cornerstone Arts Center, 825 N. Cascade Ave.
A ragtag group – lady, lord, handmaid, warrior and priest – run away, with a despotic ruler in hot pursuit. Part road trip, part romance, part dark comedy, part revenge tragedy, part gender exploration, this pl…
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“SILENCE” Theatre/Dance Performance

Friday, November 5, 2021 from 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Norberg Theatre, Cornerstone Arts Building
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Musical Theatre – The Mystery of Edwin Drood – Virtual Performance

From 12:00 a.m. Saturday, November 6, 2021 to 12:00 a.m. Sunday, November 7, 2021
Streaming Online

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Students: Do you have ideas about how to best reach fellow students with important information?

Are you interested in storytelling and how to authentically represent CC? Do you want to learn more about how communications strategies and campaigns are developed?

The CC Office of Communications invites you to participate on the Communications Student Advisory Council.

This new volunteer opportunity is a chance for you to share your perspective and first-person experience to help inform CC’s strategic communications.

Members of the council will work directly with the Office of Communications team to incorporate your student experience into storytelling across all of our communications channels. Council members also will contribute insights on how the institutional communications efforts impact the day-to-day lives of students.

Submit an application TODAY on Handshake. The council will meet blockly starting in Block 5.

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Block 3: Get Involved with Sustainability!

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Enhancing Educational Experiences within the Office of the Vice Provost

RESPONSES NEEDED for the Annual Office of Sustainability Travel Habits Survey

CC students, faculty, staff — please take this short survey for the Office of Sustainability about your travel habits during the academic year. After completing the survey, you will be entered into a raffle for a $25 gift card to either Wild Goose Meeting House (faculty and staff) or Josh and John’s (students). This data will aid in our annual assessment of Colorado College’s greenhouse gas emissions and help CC to be more sustainable!

Students: http://coloradocollege.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eSfp0Lz1OVpyOc6

Faculty and Staff: http://coloradocollege.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0fksJUa1rA7oKge

Visit Iceland this Summer with the Office of Sustainability!

From waterfalls to an eco-village to a glacial lagoon, explore the Icelandic landscape and immerse yourself in the country’s culture and thriving eco-tourism industry. Guided by the Office of Sustainability, students will traverse across southern Iceland exploring Reykjavik, visiting several national parks, hiking numerous trails to picturesque locations, and much more!

To participate, you must attend one of these information sessions:

Dates: Dec. 1, 8, or 15 (Wednesdays)

Time: 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Location: Office of Sustainability (1004 N. Weber St.)

RSVP to a session by emailing Mae Rohrbach at mrohrbach@coloradocollege.edu

The CC Student Farm is Back!

Are you looking for more ways to meaningfully interact with your food and the environment? Join the CC Student Farm! Students work on the farm to create a small-scale, hand-powered, sustainable agricultural space that builds community through farming and generates fresh produce for students and community members. Getting involved on the farm is a great way to interact with nature without leaving campus, take your mind off the stress of academics, and learn about sustainable agriculture while getting your hands dirty. The CC Student Farm is a space for anyone interested in engaging more with the land their food comes from — no experience necessary! The club meets at 4 p.m. Thursdays at the farm (in the backyard of Stewart House, 1228 Wood Ave). Contact Kai Matthiasson (k_matthiasson@coloradocollege.edu) or Eileen Miller (e_miller@coloradocollege.edu) to get involved!

Look Out for Food Pantry and Swap Space Job Opportunities During Block 3

CC’s Food Pantry and Swap Space is seeking students passionate about food access and reducing consumption to fill two part-time (5-10 hours per week) positions. Upon re-opening in Worner, the FPSS will serve the student population to meet basic needs (food, hygiene, and cleaning items) while working to reduce unnecessary consumption by giving items a second life within the CC community. Highly organized and responsible individuals with customer service skills should apply to the FPSS student worker or FPSS student manager positions once posted on Handshake.

COP26

This year’s United Nations Climate Change Conference runs from Oct. 31-Nov. 12. The 26th Conference of the Parties, taking place in Glasgow, Scotland, will host tens of thousands of climate experts, representatives, policymakers, and citizens to discuss the state of our climate. The aim of COP26 is to reach international agreements on goals such as global net zero emissions, ecosystem conservation, environmental justice, and climate financing. Representatives from almost every country on the planet will attend to renew their commitment to addressing the climate crisis — and the world will be watching.

To stay up to date with the events of the year’s most important climate summit, check out this webpage with links to a live webcast and important social media accounts to follow.

Offset Your Holiday Travel

Are you going home for Fall Break and looking to offset your travel emissions? Look no further for a solution: the Office of Sustainability has compiled an easy resource to help you reduce your carbon footprint. Use the easy Travel Offset Calculator to discover how much greenhouse gas your trip emits and then click to offset your individual emissions and counterbalance some of your travel impacts. The cost of offsets is much less than the cost of travel, but your investment greatly supports important climate initiatives. Learn more about carbon offsets here.

Get Green Room Certified!

Looking for a way to support sustainability at CC without leaving your bedroom? Get Green Room Certified! The Green Room Certification Program encourages and rewards students living on campus to practice sustainable habits and live more environmentally consciously. After completing the checklist, certified rooms will receive prizes including a certification plaque, a reusable cutlery set, and a coupon for Local Goods. Click here to learn more and get certified today!

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There’s still time! President’s Leadership Awards

Now is the time to honor individuals or groups who have made a difference in your life and the lives of others at CC.

As part of our strategic initiative to foster workplace excellence, it’s important to recognize those who are making a difference.

There is still time to submit nominations for the President’s Leadership Awards. The President’s Leadership Awards Program recognizes colleagues who make an impact as strong leaders, innovative role models, and positive collaborators.

Submit nominations now through the end of Block 3. The deadline to submit nominations is November 19, 2021. Previous winners were nominated by faculty or staff colleagues.

Check out examples of winning nominations to help inspire you in drafting a stand-out submission. Tips include telling a detailed story about the person or group and how they demonstrated the qualities of the award namesake, the college’s leadership philosophy, and CC’s antiracism efforts.

Nominate a deserving colleague or team of individuals, based on the following criteria:

Brian Young Community Service Award: This awardee demonstrates a continued pattern of voluntary service to the college and exceeding their job duties, as demonstrated by former Vice President for Information Technology Brian Young. The awardee must have been employed by the college for five years or more. Submit a nomination.
Victor Nelson-Cisneros Diversity and Inclusion Award: This awardee exemplifies the qualities of former Associate Dean of the College Victor Nelson-Cisneros in supporting diversity and inclusion on campus. Submit a nomination.
Glenn Brooks Innovation and Courage Award: This awardee displays the courage and innovative qualities of former Dean of the College/Dean of the Faculty Glenn Brooks, who was one of the founders of the Block Plan. Submit a nomination.
Jane Cauvel Cultivating Collaboration and Community-building Award: This awardee cultivates collaboration on campus and is a community-builder, as exemplified by Jane Cauvel, professor of philosophy emerita, and the college’s first ombudsperson. Submit a nomination.

Winners each year will receive: $2,500 cash prize, a feature on the President’s Leadership Awards website, and a leadership trophy to display for a full year. Winners will be announced in Block 5. The individuals who submit winning nominations will also be recognized.

Thank you for helping to recognize CC’s exceptional leaders, and to honor the individuals who strive to make our college great.

For questions about the awards program or the nomination process, please contact Lyrae Williams.

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Ongoing Screening Testing with eMed

Dear Campus Community,

COVID-19 testing technology has evolved rapidly since Fall 2020. Our weekly screening testing program has enabled us to effectively interrupt chains of infection early, prevent outbreaks, and engage in in-person learning. The introduction of fast, accurate, and convenient antigen tests has made self-monitoring for COVID-19 more convenient and widely available.

Starting in the second half of November, we plan to partner with eMed, a telehealth provider, whose certified guides supervise via telehealth sessions self-administered BinaxNow tests. eMed provides results within 15 minutes via an app (Navica). As an added benefit, these results can also be used for travel, and eMed will report results to the county health department (per state requirements) and CC.

Antigen tests (not to be confused with antibody tests) detect COVID-19 infections very reliably during the infectious period, making them an excellent tool for screening testing. Their tendency not to pick up prior infections after recovery will help to reduce isolation needs. CC students who have tried out these self-administered at-home tests found them convenient to use and less unpleasant. Of course, no test is perfect. Because some false positive results are to be expected, all positive antigen test results are followed up by a molecular test at the Student Health Center. Testing protocols will remain the same and can be adjusted as the course of the pandemic requires.

eMed will provide screening testing to vaccinated students (a percentage each week), unvaccinated students (twice weekly), and unvaccinated employees. The Student Health Center will continue providing molecular Abbott ID Now tests for symptomatic COVID-19 testing, testing after exposure, and follow-up testing to positive antigen tests.

We will be in touch with more information regarding test kit distribution and the Navica app next week.

Please contact us with your questions at covid19@coloradocollege.edu.

Thank you!

Andrea Bruder

Chief Public Health Advisor to the President

Mateo Muñoz

Chair, COVID-19 Policy and Implementation Committee

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