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Suzanne Scott has always had a passion for stories. But in her own personal tale, the sport of swimming captured her attention long before she decided to earn her communications degree from UCCS or embark on a career of helping others at the YMCA. (More)
When Collin Hildreth was just seven years old, he saw Steve Irwin “The Crocodile Hunter” on TV and was immediately inspired to work with animals. (More)
Student success leader Jake Murphy is using higher education to reach new heights — specifically lower Earth orbit. (More)
Sports have always been a huge part of Nick Nunley’s life. That’s why, with help from UCCS and a degree in Sports Medicine, he has turned his love of athletics into a fulfilling career as an athletic trainer. (More)
Shelby Bandy has learned that teaching can give you superpowers. She has leveraged cross-curriculum lesson plans and classroom management skills to inspire continual learning and creative growth among students, all while conducting class both remotely and at school. (More)
The University of Colorado Colorado Springs Multicultural Office for Student Access, Inclusiveness and Community (MOSAIC) and LGBTQ+ Resource Center recently announced Whitley Hadley, a 2013 UCCS graduate, as the new director of the Center. (More)
When Linette Ramirez decided to get her Bachelor of Arts in Communication from UCCS, she knew that it would give her more knowledge, more job opportunities and more earning power, but also more ways to balance learning with her busy life by opting to complete her degree entirely online. (More)
Nicole LeDoux always dreamed of getting involved with her community. Like many, her post-graduation plans were halted due to the pandemic. We caught up with her to hear how she’s rerouted her career plans towards a new dream. (More)
Spirits + Craft, a favorite liquor store among Colorado Springs locals. As a small business owner, Mehal has to wear many hats, fill different roles and put in extra hours. The trade-off, you ask? A thriving business and a loyal customer base. (More)
After earning the first-ever Bachelor of Innovation in Inclusive Early Childhood Education and a Master’s in Special Education from UCCS, Ashley Lawless ’20 is now running her own special education program in Woodland Park, as well as teaching future educators at UCCS. (More)
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