Colorado Mountain College’s convocation offers students advice in Steamboat

August 30, 2010

Peter Perhac addresses a crowd of students gathered for the Colorado Mountain College’s academic convocation Friday in Steamboat Springs. Perhac, the CMC campus CEO, told students they will need to focus on their academics starting next week.

By Scott Franz, Steamboat Pilot & Today

Steamboat Springs — Pointing toward Mount Wern­­er’s bare but clearly defined ski runs Friday, Peter Perhac talked about the importance of the classrooms that stood behind him. Perhac, the campus CEO at Colorado Mountain College’s Alpine Campus in Steamboat Springs, knew the mountain would be a large temptation this winter for his students. Read the rest of this entry »


Celebrate ten years with CARE

August 27, 2010

The Colorado Animal Rescue (CARE) of Glenwood Springs will be celebrating their 10th Anniversary on September 25. Located on Colorado Mountain College’s Spring Valley Campus, this non-profit shelter prides itself on teaching Veterinary Technology students how to provide abandoned animals the best care they can possibly offer. Read the rest of this entry »


Leadville offers family event Aug. 28

August 18, 2010

Climbing enthusiast and Lake County Commissioner Mike Bordogna was excited about the natural features on the high-quality climbing wall at the new leadership center at Colorado Mountain College in Leadville. The 25-foot indoor climbing wall will be open to the public at scheduled times. Photo Suzie RomigWith offerings from kids’ activities to free food to indoor rock climbing, the staff at Colorado Mountain College in Leadville will host a family-friendly Open House Party from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 28. Read the rest of this entry »


Culinary event raises $10K for scholarships

August 13, 2010

Colorado Mountain College Culinary Institute students Eric DeVault and Caroline Kilpatrick helped to prepare the delicious food at the fundraiser dinner at Vail Mountain.

A summertime dinner extraordinaire attended by more than 100 food and wine lovers atop Game Creek at Vail Mountain raised more than $10,000 for student scholarships at Colorado Mountain College’s Culinary Institute in Edwards. Read the rest of this entry »


CMC Gallery show focuses on movement

August 2, 2010

Colorado Mountain College adjunct professor of ceramics Gabriel Brubacher ponders his work on a sculpture for his upcoming exhibit at the CMC Gallery in downtown Glenwood Springs. Brubacher's show runs from Aug. 4 through Sept. 24, with an opening reception on Friday, Aug. 13, from 6 to 8 p.m.There’s a “sincere moment” for an artist, in which a creation represents exactly what the artist had in mind.

The creation may even be ugly to many people, but if it perfectly conveys the artist’s intent, that’s what matters most to the artist. Read the rest of this entry »


‘Discover CMC’ open house July 29 in Edwards

July 26, 2010

Colorado Mountain College in Edwards offers classes in beginning and advanced certified court interpretation.The community is invited to an insider’s look at Colorado Mountain College in Edwards during the Discover CMC open house set for 5:30 to 8 p.m. Thursday, July 29, at the campus. Read the rest of this entry »


Iconic black and white photos on exhibit in new Leadville building

July 20, 2010

"Photographs," by William Heick, is one of 26 black-and-white photos from the acclaimed George and Patti Stranahan collection of museum-quality photos that will be on display at Colorado Mountain College in Leadville through Sept. 15. The 81-photograph collection was donated to the college"Hyères, France (Bicycle)," by Henri Cartier-Bresson, is one of 26 black-and-white photos from the acclaimed George and Patti Stranahan collection of museum-quality photos that will be on display at Colorado Mountain College in Leadville through Sept. 15. The 81-photograph collection was donated to the college's Center for Excellence in the Arts last year, and is making its way around to some of the college's 11 different locations.s Center for Excellence in the Arts last year, and is making its way around to some of the college's 11 different locations.Photography lovers, whether amateur or professional, should find something that stokes their creative juices when they view the 26 black-and-white, museum-quality photos on the walls of Colorado Mountain College’s new Climax Molybdenum Leadership Center in Leadville. Read the rest of this entry »


Public invited to leadership center grand opening July 16

July 7, 2010

The community is invited to tour the new Climax Molybdenum Leadership Center on the CMC campus in Leadville. The center includes meeting rooms, small kitchen, climbing wall and gym available to the public at scheduled times.The community is invited to attend the grand opening dedication of the new Climax Molybdenum Leadership Center at Colorado Mountain College in Leadville beginning at 3:30 p.m., Friday, July 16. Read the rest of this entry »


Generosity helps make dreams come true

July 6, 2010

Nancy GenovaBy Nancy Genova

There are many generous people in the Rifle community, willing to help someone who’s either down on their luck or needing a hand to take the next big step in their lives. Read the rest of this entry »


Photo exhibit warms the heart

May 7, 2010

Photographs of Colorado kids awaiting adoption on display at CMC Gallery

By Kristin Carlson

As Mother’s Day approaches, a new photo exhibit will present images of children who are seeking to find parents.

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