To support transparency and shared understanding across the College, Staff Council and the FEC shares a weekly summary of key operational updates discussed at the College Operational Leadership Team (COLT) meeting. Please review this week’s summary. 

If you are interested in learning more about CC’s operational governance framework, including the purpose and current work of Standing and Temporary Operational Groups, please visit the Operational Governance webpage.

Sincerely,

14 E. Cache La Poudre St.
Colorado Springs, CO 80903

This fall, CC will launch a required training program following collaborative planning with several departments across campus. Led by the COO and Dean of the College, the program is designed to help faculty and staff strengthen their understanding of key requirements related to cybersecurity, FERPA, Title IX, and College policies.

The training will be available in the KnowBe4 platform beginning Monday, Aug. 17.  Employees will receive an email with the link to access the training when it opens. All faculty and staff will have 60 days to complete the required modules, with a deadline of Friday, Oct. 16. Employees who begin work after August 17 will have 60 days from their start date to complete the training.

Your participation—and the knowledge you gain—are essential to maintaining a safe and informed campus community. We appreciate your time and commitment in completing these trainings.

Contact hr@coloradocollege.edu“>hr@coloradocollege.edu with any questions.

Thank you for your dedication to our community.

Sincerely,

Dean of the College and Chief Operating Officer 

14 E. Cache La Poudre St.
Colorado Springs, CO 80903

The time has come—this weekend, you will graduate and officially become Colorado College alumni! We are so proud of you and look forward to honoring your achievements throughout Commencement weekend.

Here are the final details and key reminders:

Call time for graduates on Commencement morning is 7:45 a.m. Graduates assemble on the quad between South Hall and Shove Memorial Chapel. Doors to Ed Robson Arena will open to guests at 7 a.m. Guests should be seated by 8:20 a.m. The event will begin promptly at 8:30 a.m. and will conclude by 11 a.m. Guests will be seated on a first-come, first-served basis. Once seating is full, standing-room-only space will be available. Please remind your guests to allow ample time for traffic, parking, and entry into the venue.

Important: Please bring only your cell phone to Commencement, as no storage option will be available for graduates. Every graduate will be required to have gowns unzipped prior to entering the arena, and no empty bottles, cans, or containers of ANY kind will be permitted into the event.

Post-Commencement Reception
Immediately following Commencement (approximately 11 a.m.), the entire campus community is invited to attend a reception hosted by President Whitaker on Tava Quad until approximately 1 p.m. Please plan to meet your family on Tava quad by your departmental major sign.

Key Reminders

Baccalaureate and Commencement are open only to graduates and ticketed guests. A livestream for both ceremonies will be available online for those unable to attend in person.

Transfer Tickets to your Guests
Don’t forget to transfer tickets to your guests via CC Ticketmaster. Guests must also create an account to claim transferred tickets and enter the venue. Complete, step-by-step ticket information can be found on the ticketing information webpage. All tickets are electronic and must be scanned from a mobile device.

Cap and Gown Pickup
Be sure to pick up your regalia from the CC Bookstore between 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 14, or Friday, May 15. 

Commencement Photos
GradImages will be on campus during Commencement weekend to capture the moment. Register in advance to view and purchase photos more quickly after graduation.

Graduates will be able to claim one free 5×7 photo, courtesy of President Whitaker.

Parking and Road Closures
All Commencement attendees may park anywhere on campus (no fees or permits apply, except the third floor of the Ed Robson Arena parking garage on East Dale Street, which is reserved for guests with limited mobility who require parking close to the venue. Accessible parking is also available on all levels of the Ed Robson Arena parking garage and in other parking lots on campus. Golf carts will be available from parking areas across campus to transport guests to Ed Robson Arena.

On Sunday, May 17, expect traffic congestion in the area throughout the morning. The following roads will be closed for Commencement activities:

Cache La Poudre St. from N. Nevada Ave. to N. Cascade Ave.
N. Tejon St. from E. Dale St. to E. Cache La Poudre St.

Accessibility: CC welcomes individuals with disabilities. Please see the Commencement webpage for information on accommodations available within Ed Robson Arena.

Freedom of Expression
At CC, we understand that freedom of thought and expression are essential to any institution of higher learning and are vital components of academic freedom. Please see CC’s Freedom of Expression Policy.

For the most up-to-date Commencement weekend details, including a full schedule, speaker bios, ticket and parking instructions, accessibility information, lodging options, and more, visit the Commencement 2026 website.

14 E. Cache La Poudre St.
Colorado Springs, CO 80903

Below, you’ll find everything you need to know about Commencement weekend events.

Livestream Viewing: Baccalaureate and Commencement are open to graduates and their ticketed guests. A livestream for both ceremonies will be available online.

Post-Commencement Reception 
Immediately following Commencement at approximately 11 a.m., the entire campus community is invited to attend a reception hosted by President Whitaker on Tava Quad until approximately 1 p.m.

Staff and Faculty Commencement Tickets
Staff and faculty who are not marching or volunteering may request a ticket by emailing Harris Varnum at hvarnum2023@coloradocollege.edu. Tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Limit one ticket per person.

In attending Commencement, you agree to the guidelines set out in the College’s Freedom of Expression Policy. In addition, please note that Ed Robson Arena has a clear bag policy that will be enforced for all Commencement guests, and no empty bottles, cans, or containers of ANY kind will be permitted into Ed Robson Arena.  

Parking and Road Closures
All Commencement attendees may park anywhere on campus (no fees or permits apply), except the third floor of the Ed Robson Arena parking garage on East Dale Street, which is reserved for guests with limited mobility who require parking close to the venue. Accessible parking is also available on all levels of the Ed Robson Arena parking garage and in other parking lots on campus. Golf carts will be available from parking areas across campus to transport guests to Ed Robson Arena.

On Sunday, May 17, expect traffic congestion in the area throughout the morning. The following roads will be closed for Commencement activities:

Cache La Poudre St. from N. Nevada Ave. to N. Cascade Ave.
N. Tejon St. from E. Dale St. to E. Cache La Poudre St.

Accessibility: CC welcomes individuals with disabilities. Please see the Commencement webpage for information on accommodations available within Ed Robson Arena.

14 E. Cache La Poudre St.
Colorado Springs, CO 80903

Below, you’ll find everything you need to know about Commencement weekend events.

Livestream Viewing: Baccalaureate and Commencement are open to graduates and their ticketed guests. A livestream for both ceremonies will be available online.

Post-Commencement Reception
Immediately following Commencement (approximately 11 a.m.), the entire campus community is invited to attend a reception hosted by President Whitaker on Tava Quad until approximately 1 p.m.

Parking and Road Closures
On Sunday, May 17, expect traffic congestion in the area throughout the morning. The following roads will be closed for Commencement activities:

E. Cache La Poudre St. from N. Nevada Ave. to N. Cascade Ave.
N. Tejon St. from E. Dale St. to E. Cache La Poudre St.

All Commencement attendees may park anywhere on campus (no fees or permits apply), except the third floor of the Ed Robson Arena parking garage on East Dale Street, which is reserved for guests with limited mobility who require parking close to the venue. Accessible parking is also available on all levels of the Ed Robson Arena parking garage and in other parking lots on campus. Golf carts will be available from parking areas across campus to transport guests to Ed Robson Arena.

Accessibility: CC welcomes individuals with disabilities. Please see the Commencement webpage for information on accommodations available within Ed Robson Arena.

Clear Bag Policy: Ed Robson Arena has a clear bag policy, which will be enforced during Commencement weekend. Only clear bags and small clutch-sized purses will be allowed at entry. Read more about the clear bag policy. Clear bags can be purchased at the CC Bookstore just south of the main arena entrance. (Bookstore hours on Sunday, May 17: 6:30 a.m.-1 p.m.)

Freedom of Expression
At Colorado College, we understand that freedom of thought and expression are essential to any institution of higher learning and are vital components of academic freedom. Please see CC’s Freedom of Expression Policy.

For the most up-to-date Commencement weekend details, visit the Commencement 2026 website.

14 E. Cache La Poudre St.
Colorado Springs, CO 80903

The time has come—this weekend, you will graduate and officially become Colorado College alumni! We are so proud of you and look forward to honoring your achievements throughout Commencement weekend.

Here are the final details and key reminders:

Call time for graduates on Commencement morning is 7:45 a.m. Graduates assemble on the quad between South Hall and Shove Memorial Chapel. Doors to Ed Robson Arena will open to guests at 7 a.m. Guests should be seated by 8:20 a.m. The event will begin promptly at 8:30 a.m. and will conclude by 11 a.m. Guests will be seated on a first-come, first-served basis. Once seating is full, standing-room-only space will be available. Please remind your guests to allow ample time for traffic, parking, and entry into the venue.

Important: Please bring only your cell phone to Commencement, as no storage option will be available for graduates. Every graduate will be required to have gowns unzipped prior to entering the arena, and no empty bottles, cans, or containers of ANY kind will be permitted into the event.

Post-Commencement Reception
Immediately following Commencement (approximately 11 a.m.), the entire campus community is invited to attend a reception hosted by President Whitaker on Tava Quad until approximately 1 p.m. Please plan to meet your family on Tava quad by your departmental major sign.

Key Reminders

Baccalaureate and Commencement are open only to graduates and ticketed guests. A livestream for both ceremonies will be available online for those unable to attend in person.

Transfer Tickets to your Guests
Don’t forget to transfer tickets to your guests via CC Ticketmaster. Guests must also create an account to claim transferred tickets and enter the venue. Complete, step-by-step ticket information can be found on the ticketing information webpage. All tickets are electronic and must be scanned from a mobile device.

Cap and Gown Pickup
Be sure to pick up your regalia from the CC Bookstore between 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 14, or Friday, May 15. 

Commencement Photos
GradImages will be on campus during Commencement weekend to capture the moment. Register in advance to view and purchase photos more quickly after graduation.

Graduates will be able to claim one free 5×7 photo, courtesy of President Whitaker.

Parking and Road Closures
All Commencement attendees may park anywhere on campus (no fees or permits apply, except the third floor of the Ed Robson Arena parking garage on East Dale Street, which is reserved for guests with limited mobility who require parking close to the venue. Accessible parking is also available on all levels of the Ed Robson Arena parking garage and in other parking lots on campus. Golf carts will be available from parking areas across campus to transport guests to Ed Robson Arena.

On Sunday, May 17, expect traffic congestion in the area throughout the morning. The following roads will be closed for Commencement activities:

Cache La Poudre St. from N. Nevada Ave. to N. Cascade Ave.
N. Tejon St. from E. Dale St. to E. Cache La Poudre St.

Accessibility: CC welcomes individuals with disabilities. Please see the Commencement webpage for information on accommodations available within Ed Robson Arena.

Freedom of Expression
At CC, we understand that freedom of thought and expression are essential to any institution of higher learning and are vital components of academic freedom. Please see CC’s Freedom of Expression Policy.

For the most up-to-date Commencement weekend details, including a full schedule, speaker bios, ticket and parking instructions, accessibility information, lodging options, and more, visit the Commencement 2026 website.

14 E. Cache La Poudre St.
Colorado Springs, CO 80903