{"id":6617,"date":"2026-09-17T08:30:16","date_gmt":"2026-09-17T14:30:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sites.coloradocollege.edu\/emailarchive\/?p=6617"},"modified":"2026-09-17T08:31:23","modified_gmt":"2026-09-17T14:31:23","slug":"people-matters-at-cc-september-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sites.coloradocollege.edu\/emailarchive\/2026\/09\/17\/people-matters-at-cc-september-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"People Matters at CC: September 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"postie-post\">\n<div>\n<table border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"nl-container\" role=\"presentation\" style=\"background-color:#fff\" width=\"100%\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<table align=\"center\" border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"row row-1\" role=\"presentation\" style=\"background-color:#fff\" width=\"100%\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<table align=\"center\" border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"row-content stack\" role=\"presentation\" style=\"background-color:#fff;border-radius:0;color:#000;width:600px;margin:0 auto\" width=\"600\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"column column-1\" style=\"font-weight:400;text-align:left;background-color:#fff;vertical-align:top;width:100%\" width=\"100%\">\n<table border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"image_block block-1\" role=\"presentation\" width=\"100%\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td align=\"left\" class=\"pad\" style=\"width:100%\">\n<div style=\"max-width:600px\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" height=\"auto\" src=\"https:\/\/d31hzlhk6di2h5.cloudfront.net\/20260916\/ee\/24\/1e\/fb\/b7b38b4e11fdd77627d464b5.png\" style=\"height:auto;border:0;width:100%\" title=\"\" width=\"600\"><\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<table align=\"center\" border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"row row-2\" role=\"presentation\" width=\"100%\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<table align=\"center\" border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"row-content stack\" role=\"presentation\" style=\"background-color:#fff;border-radius:0;color:#000;width:600px;margin:0 auto\" width=\"600\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"column column-1\" style=\"font-weight:400;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;width:100%\" width=\"100%\">\n<table border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" role=\"presentation\" width=\"100%\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"col-pad\" style=\"padding-bottom:5px;padding-top:5px\">\n<table border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"image_block block-1\" role=\"presentation\" width=\"100%\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td align=\"left\" class=\"pad\" style=\"width:100%;padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:20px\">\n<div style=\"max-width:600px\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" height=\"auto\" src=\"https:\/\/d31hzlhk6di2h5.cloudfront.net\/20260916\/3f\/ac\/bb\/27\/5458d6824aea9f1785b68f7a.png\" style=\"height:auto;border:0;width:100%\" title=\"\" width=\"600\"><\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<table align=\"center\" border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"row row-3\" role=\"presentation\" style=\"background-color:#fff\" width=\"100%\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<table align=\"center\" border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"row-content stack\" role=\"presentation\" style=\"background-color:#fff;color:#000;width:600px;margin:0 auto\" width=\"600\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"column column-1\" style=\"font-weight:400;text-align:left;background-color:#fff;vertical-align:top;width:100%\" width=\"100%\">\n<table border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" role=\"presentation\" width=\"100%\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"col-pad\" style=\"padding-bottom:5px\">\n<table border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"10\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"heading_block block-1\" role=\"presentation\" width=\"100%\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td align=\"center\" class=\"pad\" style=\"width:100%\">\n<h2 style=\"margin:0;color:#000;direction:ltr;font-family:Georgia,Times,'Times New Roman',serif;font-size:22px;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:normal;line-height:1.5;text-align:left;margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0\">  Small Things, Big Tiger Pride<\/h2>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<table border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"10\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"image_block block-2\" role=\"presentation\" width=\"100%\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td align=\"left\" class=\"pad\" style=\"width:100%\">\n<div style=\"max-width:400px\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Tiger Tuesday 2026-2027 graphic featuring orange and black tiger stripes with white lettering.\" height=\"auto\" src=\"https:\/\/d31hzlhk6di2h5.cloudfront.net\/20260916\/0d\/69\/ba\/16\/ae256d818c496e5f957e444e.jpg\" style=\"height:auto;border:0;width:100%\" title=\"Tiger Tuesday 2026-2027 graphic featuring orange and black tiger stripes with white lettering.\" width=\"400\"><\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<table border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"paragraph_block block-3\" role=\"presentation\" width=\"100%\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"pad\" style=\"padding-bottom:10px;padding-left:10px;padding-right:10px\">\n<div style=\"color:#000;direction:ltr;font-family:Arial,'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:14px;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:0;line-height:1.5;text-align:left\">\n<p style=\"margin:0\"><em>Image provided by Debi O&#8217;Connor<\/em><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<table border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"10\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"paragraph_block block-4\" role=\"presentation\" width=\"100%\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"pad\">\n<div style=\"color:#000;direction:ltr;font-family:Arial,'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:16px;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:0;line-height:1.5;text-align:left\">\n<p style=\"margin:0;margin-bottom:16px\">Sometimes, it\u2019s the little things that help build a great place to work. This year, a donor-supported employee appreciation fund is supporting simple, low-cost ways to spread joy, show our Tiger pride, and build community   across campus.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0\">Looking for a low-key way to connect with colleagues? Here are a few opportunities to put on your calendar:<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<table border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"10\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"list_block block-5\" role=\"presentation\" style=\"color:#000;direction:ltr;font-family:Arial,'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:16px;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:0;line-height:1.5;text-align:left\" width=\"100%\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"pad\">\n<div style=\"margin-left:-20px\">\n<ul style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;list-style-type:revert\">\n<li><strong>Weekly Tiger Tuesdays:<\/strong> Show your Tiger pride by wearing Tiger gear or your favorite tiger print! Keep an eye out for Tiger Tuesday pop-ups and activities around campus. Say hello, grab a photo, and enjoy a little fun along   the way.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Community Coffees:<\/strong> <strong>At 3 p.m. on the<\/strong>  <strong>second Wednesday of every block<\/strong>, stop by Perkins Lounge (in Worner) for drinks, snacks, and casual conversation. It\u2019s an easy way to take a break, meet someone new, and connect with the campus community.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Employee Birthday Celebrations:<\/strong> We\u2019ll celebrate employee birthdays five times throughout the academic year with cupcakes and good company! Our next celebration will recognize employees with  <strong>Oct.-Nov. birthdays<\/strong> and will be held on <strong>Wednesday, Nov. 11, at 3 p.m. in Worner.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<table border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"10\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"paragraph_block block-6\" role=\"presentation\" width=\"100%\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"pad\">\n<div style=\"color:#000;direction:ltr;font-family:Arial,'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:16px;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:0;line-height:1.5;text-align:left\">\n<p style=\"margin:0;margin-bottom:16px\">These gatherings are intentionally simple and casual because sometimes a coffee, a cupcake, or a few minutes of conversation can make a big difference.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0;margin-bottom:16px\">And remember, you don\u2019t have to navigate the workplace alone. HR is here to help answer questions, connect you with resources, and provide support when you need it. Whether you need a sounding board, have a question, or   simply aren\u2019t sure where to start, please visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/t.e2ma.net\/click\/7igdqk\/nr5ib5j\/zorjkx\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;color: #4764ae\" target=\"_blank\">  HR Staff webpage to contact a member of our team<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0\">Let\u2019s keep finding meaningful ways to support one another, strengthen our community, and show our Tiger pride.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<table border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"10\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"divider_block block-7\" role=\"presentation\" width=\"100%\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td align=\"center\" class=\"pad\">\n<table border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" role=\"presentation\" width=\"100%\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"divider_inner\" style=\"font-size:1px;line-height:1px;border-top:1px solid #bbb\">  <span>\u200a<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<table align=\"center\" border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"row row-4\" role=\"presentation\" style=\"background-color:#fff\" width=\"100%\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<table align=\"center\" border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"row-content stack\" role=\"presentation\" style=\"background-color:#fff;color:#000;width:600px;margin:0 auto\" width=\"600\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"column column-1\" style=\"font-weight:400;text-align:left;background-color:#fff;vertical-align:top;width:100%\" width=\"100%\">\n<table border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" role=\"presentation\" width=\"100%\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"col-pad\" style=\"padding-top:5px\">\n<table border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"10\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"heading_block block-1\" role=\"presentation\" width=\"100%\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td align=\"center\" class=\"pad\" style=\"width:100%\">\n<h2 style=\"margin:0;color:#000;direction:ltr;font-family:Georgia,Times,'Times New Roman',serif;font-size:22px;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:normal;line-height:1.5;text-align:left;margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0\">  Every Interaction Matters<\/h2>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<table border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"10\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"paragraph_block block-2\" role=\"presentation\" width=\"100%\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"pad\">\n<div style=\"color:#000;direction:ltr;font-family:Arial,'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:16px;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:0;line-height:1.5;text-align:left\">\n<p style=\"margin:0;margin-bottom:16px\">Every interaction with a current or prospective student is an opportunity to make a positive impression. Whether you\u2019re answering a question, greeting someone on campus, helping a student navigate a process, or simply   sharing a smile, those interactions can have an impact.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0;margin-bottom:16px\">For a current student, a thoughtful interaction can help them feel welcomed, supported, and connected to Colorado College. For a prospective student and their family, it may shape their first and lasting impression of   our community.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0;margin-bottom:16px\">As we go about our daily work, let\u2019s remember to be thoughtful, patient, and courteous to everyone we encounter on campus. We all play a role in creating a supportive environment and showing students what makes CC a special   place to learn and belong.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0\">Small moments can make a big difference. Thank you for helping make every interaction count.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<table border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"10\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"divider_block block-3\" role=\"presentation\" width=\"100%\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td align=\"center\" class=\"pad\">\n<table border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" role=\"presentation\" width=\"100%\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"divider_inner\" style=\"font-size:1px;line-height:1px;border-top:1px solid #bbb\">  <span>\u200a<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<table align=\"center\" border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"row row-5\" role=\"presentation\" style=\"background-color:#fff\" width=\"100%\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<table align=\"center\" border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"row-content stack\" role=\"presentation\" style=\"background-color:#fff;color:#000;width:600px;margin:0 auto\" width=\"600\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"column column-1\" style=\"font-weight:400;text-align:left;background-color:#fff;vertical-align:top;width:100%\" width=\"100%\">\n<table border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" role=\"presentation\" width=\"100%\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"col-pad\" style=\"padding-bottom:5px;padding-top:5px\">\n<table border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"10\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"heading_block block-1\" role=\"presentation\" width=\"100%\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td align=\"center\" class=\"pad\" style=\"width:100%\">\n<h2 style=\"margin:0;color:#000;direction:ltr;font-family:Georgia,Times,'Times New Roman',serif;font-size:22px;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:normal;line-height:1.5;text-align:left;margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0\">  Your Mental Health Matters<\/h2>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<table border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"10\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"paragraph_block block-2\" role=\"presentation\" width=\"100%\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"pad\">\n<div style=\"color:#000;direction:ltr;font-family:Arial,'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:16px;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:0;line-height:1.5;text-align:left\">\n<p style=\"margin:0;margin-bottom:16px\">This is a reminder that support is available when you need it. We\u2019ve created a new  <a href=\"https:\/\/t.e2ma.net\/click\/7igdqk\/nr5ib5j\/fhsjkx\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;color: #4764ae\" target=\"_blank\">  Employee Mental Health flyer<\/a> with information about available resources and ways to get support.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0\">Take a look, save it for later, and share it with a colleague who might find it helpful. Taking care of ourselves and one another is an important part of building a healthy, supportive campus community.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<table align=\"center\" border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"row row-6\" role=\"presentation\" style=\"background-color:#fff\" width=\"100%\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<table align=\"center\" border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"row-content stack\" role=\"presentation\" style=\"background-color:#fff;color:#000;width:600px;margin:0 auto\" width=\"600\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"column column-1\" style=\"font-weight:400;text-align:left;background-color:#fff;vertical-align:top;width:100%\" width=\"100%\">\n<table border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" role=\"presentation\" width=\"100%\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"col-pad\" style=\"padding-top:5px\">\n<table border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"10\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"divider_block block-1\" role=\"presentation\" width=\"100%\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td align=\"center\" class=\"pad\">\n<table border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" role=\"presentation\" width=\"100%\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"divider_inner\" style=\"font-size:1px;line-height:1px;border-top:1px solid #bbb\">  <span>\u200a<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<table border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"10\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"heading_block block-2\" role=\"presentation\" width=\"100%\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td align=\"center\" class=\"pad\" style=\"width:100%\">\n<h2 style=\"margin:0;color:#000;direction:ltr;font-family:Georgia,Times,'Times New Roman',serif;font-size:22px;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:normal;line-height:1.5;text-align:left;margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0\">  <span class=\"tinyMce-placeholder\">General HR Updates<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<table border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"10\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"paragraph_block block-3\" role=\"presentation\" width=\"100%\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"pad\">\n<div style=\"color:#000;direction:ltr;font-family:Arial,'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:16px;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:0;line-height:1.5;text-align:left\">\n<p style=\"margin:0\"><a href=\"https:\/\/t.e2ma.net\/click\/7igdqk\/nr5ib5j\/v9sjkx\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;color: #4764ae\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Original URL:https:\/\/t.e2ma.net\/click\/3fz2qi\/jogezok\/f9hqsqClick to follow link.\">Visit the   HR Updates page<\/a> to check out past editions of People Connections, along with recent updates from HR.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<table align=\"center\" 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