College of Education dean search moves forward
The committee for the College of Education (COE) dean search has shortlisted 11 candidates for first-round interviews. […]
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Photo Feature: Helping Professions Fair
In a fantastic showing of the collaborative efforts at UCCS and in the Colorado Springs community, several colleges, departments, faculty members and campus partners came together in January to show local high schoolers a glimpse […]
Committees announced for COE, CPS and LAS dean searches
Committee members have been announced for the ongoing searches for the next deans of the College of Education (COE), College of Public Service (CPS), and College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences (LAS). […]
Citizenship and Civics Leadership grant awarded to College of Education
In a time of rampant misinformation and declining trust in governmental institutions, College of Education faculty are dedicating themselves to improving critical thinking, media literacy, civic participation and interest in public service. […]
Disrupting negative pre-determination and inspiring students with disabilities | Mark Chartier ’05 ’14
“Always believe you can make a difference, but never let your differences keep you from what you believe.” That’s UCCS alum, special education teacher, published author, and motivational speaker Mark Chartier’s message for his students […]
2,321 students earn President’s and Dean’s honors in fall 2024 semester
During the fall 2024 semester, 2,321 students achieved academic success with President’s or Dean’s List honors. The honors are open to all undergraduate students enrolled in at least 12 hours at UCCS. You can peruse […]
From classroom to crown | Fatima Stansell ’24
Following her May 2024 graduation from UCCS, Fatima Stansell has seamlessly transitioned from student to educator and now to a celebrated pageant winner. Just five months after graduating magna cum laude with a bachelor’s degree […]
Bringing the outdoors to the classroom and inspiring future generations | Mel Riffle ’16, ’23
Nature has always been a part of Melanie Riffle’s life. Now, as a sixth-grade teacher at Ute Pass Elementary School in Manitou Springs School District, she works to bring her passion for the outdoors to […]
UCCS alum pilots milestone 2024 Polaris Dawn Mission | Scott “Kidd” Poteet ’10
SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket launched the Polaris Dawn mission to low-Earth orbit from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center on September 10, 2024. UCCS alum and retired United States Air Force Lieutenant Colonel Scott “Kidd” Poteet was […]