ALAMOSA, Colorado, Jan. 19 -- Adams State University issued the following news: Adams State University received a Colorado Credential Pathways Technical Assistance Grant from the Colorado Department of Higher Education, according to Chayan Lahiri, Ph.D., assistant professor of geosciences and director of the Edward K. Ryan Geology Museum. He said the $10,779 grant will support development of an advanced course in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and an 18-credit minor and certificate progra more PR

DENVER, Colorado, Jan. 19 -- The American Indian College Fund issued the following news: Ascendium Education Group, in partnership with the American Indian College Fund (the College Fund), has awarded a $2.5 million grant to five tribal colleges and universities (TCUs) to further their work in building meaningful career pathways. This four-year project will focus on implementing and assessing different academic progression and career readiness approaches to determine the best practices for incr more PR

LITTLETON, Colorado, Jan. 19 -- Arapahoe County issued the following news on Jan. 18, 2024: Arapahoe County will participate in the annual Point in Time Count of those experiencing homelessness on Jan. 23, 2024. Arapahoe County employees, volunteers and community partners conduct the count throughout the County. Similar action is taken by municipalities and local governments across the Front Range. The effort raises public awareness, promotes collaboration across the region, and provides updat more PR

LAKEWOOD, Colorado, Jan. 19 -- Colorado Christian University issued the following news: Dr. Cory Hixson, associate professor of engineering at Colorado Christian University, has been awarded a $25,000 Vital Worship, Vital Preaching Grant to advance the exploration of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) professional practice as components of Christian worship. "The Vital Worship Grant provides a unique opportunity to delve into Christian worship, exploring the dimensions of profess more PR

DENVER, Colorado, Jan. 19 -- The Colorado Department of Higher Education issued the following news release on Jan. 18, 2024: Today, Governor Polis and the Colorado Department of Higher Education announced that 2023 Colorado Free Application Days saved students $2.8 Million dollars in college application fees, or between $50-80 per application, which could be hundreds in savings for students who apply to multiple schools. Colorado students submitted nearly 65,000 college and university admission more PR

GRAND JUNCTION, Colorado, Jan. 19 (TNSres) -- Colorado Mesa University issued the following news release: In a new economic impact report, St. Mary's Medical Center emerges as a cornerstone of health and a vital contributor to Mesa County's economy. The comprehensive study conducted by Colorado Mesa University's economics Professor Nathan Perry, Ph.D., and sponsored by the hospital, shows a staggering contribution of $443,426,992 to the Mesa County economy through wages, spending, and capital more PR

GOLDEN, Colorado, Jan. 19 -- Colorado School of Mines issued the following news: Michael Coors '06 has been appointed to the Colorado School of Mines Board of Trustees by Gov. Jared Polis. Coors, a Mines alum, will serve a four-year term on the board through December 2027. Coors is the chief executive officer of CoorsTek, Inc., a privately held global supplier of technical ceramic materials based in Golden, Colorado. The company serves a wide variety of industries including semiconductor, aer more PR

DENVER, Colorado, Jan. 18 -- The Colorado State University System issued the following statement by Chancellor Tony Frank: * * * On opening weekend alone, more than 107,000 people ventured to the National Western Center for the National Western Stock Show. It was also our opportunity at the CSU System to celebrate the first full year of operation for our CSU Spur campus, where we're showcasing learning and discovery around food, water, and health all year long in our Terra, Vida, and Hydro bui more PR

DENVER, Colorado, Jan. 19 -- Denver International Airport issued the following news release on Jan. 18, 2024: Denver International Airport (DEN), in partnership with the Colorado Auto Theft Prevention Authority, Denver Police Department, CATPA-Metropolitan Auto Theft Taskforce (C-MATT), and Colorado State Patrol today announced that their combined efforts have helped to drastically reduce auto thefts over the last two months of 2023. November saw vehicle thefts reduced to 11, compared to 39 in more PR

DENVER, Colorado, Jan. 19 (TNSres) -- The University of Denver issued the following news: When neurons lose their shape, impaired brain function or neurodegeneration can result. Ann Wehman, Assistant Professor of Molecular and Cellular Biophysics at the University of Denver's College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics, has begun looking into how the shape of neurons is maintained in adults. Wehman collaborates on this project with Andrew Chisholm, Distinguished Professor of Neurobiology and C more PR

SALISBURY, Maryland, Jan. 19 -- Salisbury University issued the following news release: Dr. E. Patrick McDermott, professor and chair of management in Salisbury University's Franklin P. Perdue School of Business, has been selected as a 2024-25 Distinguished Visiting Professor at the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colorado. McDermott will teach negotiation and constitutional law classes while assisting the academy in developing negotiation curriculum. Faculty selected for the pr more PR

DENVER, Colorado, Jan. 19 -- The Colorado Secretary of State issued the following statement on Jan. 18, 2024: * * * Today, Donald Trump filed a brief to the U.S. Supreme Court arguing that he is eligible to appear on the Colorado Republican Presidential Primary Ballot. * * * Secretary of State Jena Griswold has issued the following statement: "Donald Trump continues to argue that he shouldn't face consequences for his involvement in the January 6 insurrection at the U.S. Capitol. The presid more PR

DENVER, Colorado, Jan. 19 -- The University of Denver issued the following news: In 2007, the University of Denver was among the first higher education institutions to receive the Carnegie Community Engagement Classification. The elective designation is the leading standard for assessing a university's commitment to community engagement. Schools that wish to maintain this prestigious status must apply for re-classification every seven to eight years. In early January, the American Council on Ed more PR

DENVER, Colorado, Jan. 18 -- The University of Denver issued the following news: In 2021, Catalina Sepulveda, Annika Sisac, Channing Cole (BA 2023) and Emily Coleman launched Nadira. This innovative clothing brand created unique pieces from thrifted and recycled materials. Two years later, Sepulveda and Sisac have evolved their idea into a fast-growing community on DU's campus. These co-founders took their passion for fashion and established DU's Fashion and Sewing Club, a welcoming space for s more PR