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Celebrate community and civic engagement on Wednesday, June 26th from 3-6 p.m. at Lawn Bash 2024 presented by Aspen Public Radio at the Red Brick Center for the Arts in Aspen! At 5 p.m., participate in a panel discussion on strengthening democracy moderated by NPR's 1A host Jenn White. Panelists include CMC President and CEO Dr. Carrie Besnette Hauser, Rocky Mountain PBS Director Jeremy Moore, and Aspen’s Mayor Torre. Come be part of the conversation on civic engagement and fighting misinformation. Details: https://bit.ly/45FUTeS 

CMC Alumni Achievement! 🎓 Last summer, Jenelle Stefanic, a Colorado Mountain College alumna and Water Treatment Supervisor at the US Bureau of Reclamation in Leadville, was honored with the Department of the Interior’s Meritorious Service Award. This award recognizes her exceptional contributions to improving water quality in the Arkansas River basin. A 1997 graduate with an Associate of Applied Science in Environmental Technology, Jenelle attributes her success to the hands-on learning, supportive community, and solid foundation she gained at Colorado Mountain College. (BOR Photo/Marc Sanchez)

Without qualified ropeway mechanics, lift-served ski areas across the country can't operate, so training a new generation of mechanics for these year-round jobs is vital to snow sports. Colorado Mountain College and Alterra Mountain Company offered over 20 lift mechanics from U.S. resorts an intensive four-week training during late spring. Spencer Wilson, mountain reporter for KCNC CBS Colorado, spent an afternoon at Copper Mountain Resort with the program's most recent cohort. Watch the CBS News Colorado story: https://cbsn.ws/3Vz64Bg

Here's to an incredible team! Last month, we celebrated our amazing faculty and staff at the annual CMC Days. 👏 Thank you all for your hard work and dedication in serving our students and community!

Congrats, Chef! 👏 Earlier this week, CMC alum and Breckenridge restaurateur Matt Vawter was named Best Chef: Mountain at the 2024 James Beard Award ceremony! The James Beard Award is recognized as one of the highest culinary honors and is often called the Oscars of the Food World. Matt Vawter rose quickly through the ranks after graduating from CMC with a degree in culinary arts, and now is the proprietor of Rootstalk and Radicato in Breckenridge, CO. https://bit.ly/4bawGP6

🌟 Celebrating National Immigrant Heritage Month! 🌟 Immigrants bring a richness of culture, perspective, and talent that enriches our classrooms, campuses, and communities. Their resilience, determination, and diverse backgrounds enhance the educational experience for everyone at CMC. Join us in celebrating the stories, journeys, and achievements of immigrants who have made a profound impact on our college and society. Additionally, we're proud to highlight Fund Sueños, a vital program established to support DACAmented and undocumented students at Colorado Mountain College. From offering financial aid guidance to providing career counseling, Fund Sueños empowers students to pursue their dreams and create brighter futures. Learn more about how you can make a difference: https://bit.ly/4566mUJ

CMC Day at the Colorado Rockies - June 23! ⚾️🎉 Join the CMC Alumni Association at the Colorado Rockies game on June 23rd as they take on the Washington Nationals. Bring your family and friends along for the excitement. The game kicks off at 1 PM, but don't miss the pre-game tailgate with a light lunch, soft drinks, giveaways and more starting at 11 AM. Details: https://bit.ly/3RcK3Xw

Graduation advice from a river guide: Rig for a flip. Set yourself up for dealing with each problem that comes along. 👏 It's hard to believe it's been one month since we celebrated the Class of 2024! Greg Felt, Chaffee County Commissioner and CMC Salida's commencement speaker, shared invaluable wisdom drawn from his river guiding experience. His 'rules of the river,' from navigating challenges to focusing on pathways, resonate deeply with all our graduates. As you embark on new adventures, may you remember to "rig for a flip", make friends at the put-in, focus on pathways, and always celebrate milestones along the way. Relive the highlights of CMC Salida's commencement ceremony in the Ark Valley Voice's article by Merrell Bergin. https://bit.ly/3Kndqmh

Student Success Spotlight! Katie Anderson is a dedicated EMT and aspiring paramedic from our CMC Vail Valley at Edwards community. 🚑 After completing her emergency medical technician certificate at Colorado Mountain College and passing the state certification test, Katie now serves her community on the front lines as part of an ambulance service. Not stopping there, she's currently pursuing her paramedic certificate at CMC, supported by the Finish What You Started grant.

Every spring, students and employees at each Colorado Mountain College campus vote to recognize outstanding educators and staff as Faculty of the Year and Staff of the Year. Senior college administrators then select the overall collegewide award recipients across all CMC campuses. Congratulations to all our campus Faculty and Staff of the Year and these exceptional collegewide honorees! 👏 Full-time faculty – Dr. Dara Seidl, Leadville associate professor, natural resource management Full-time staff – Brooke Larson, Leadville director of student life and housing Adjunct faculty – Karen Kaemmerling, online history Part-time staff – Steve Benecke, Breckenridge lab manager