The fifth annual Southern Colorado Film Festival will take place from October 13 through October 15 in collaboration with Adams State University Community Partnerships. The festival invites all filmmakers to submit their work for consideration by August 1. Submissions are accepted online through Film Freeway. The 2016 theme, BORDERLESS, intends to inspire a diverse conversation […]
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Adams State University satisfied with results of mediation
After completing mediation, Adams State University reached a satisfactory decision regarding an unsuccessful job applicant and the American Civil Liberties Union of Colorado, according to Julie Waechter, Adams State assistant to the president for communications. The case was introduced following criticism brought by a former contractor regarding university hiring and compensation policies. Adams State officials […]
Adams State helped Basagoitia reach the next level
As a Monte Vista High School student, Alexandre Nicholas Basagoitia wanted to attend either West Point or the Air Force Academy. Although he wasn’t accepted, initially, Basagoitia kept his goals in mind and enrolled at Adams State University. "I had several choices about where I wanted to attend, however, I chose ASU because I had […]
Trustees committed to Adams State success
Colorado Governor John W. Hickenlooper recently appointed Wendell Lorenzo Pryor of Salida and Denver and Michele J. Lueck of Englewood to the Board of Trustees for Adams State University. Pryor will assume the position held by Mary K. Griffin, for a term expiring December 31, 2016 and Lueck assumes the position held by Valentin "Val" […]
Grizzly track stars sprint to the Olympics
Sunanya Wahi and Jurgen Themen came to Adams State together, attracted to the Grizzlies’ esteemed track & field program. The couple will soon travel to Rio de Janeiro together – both to run the 100m in the 2016 Summer Olympics, competing for their home country of Surinam. "Our coaching staff and team are so proud […]
Adult learners invited to Open House at Adams State Extended Studies
Adults wishing to complete their college degrees are invited to an Open House for SLV Adult Learners, hosted by Adams State University Extended Studies, on Monday, July 25, from 4-8 p.m. in Richardson Hall, the main administration building on Hwy. 160 and Edgemont. "We offer affordable, personalized opportunities to those who have begun college work […]
“Tip-A-Cop” at Chili’s to support Special Olympics
Members of local law enforcement agencies will take the notion of "Protect and Serve" to another level Sunday, July 10, during Colorado Chili’s restaurants’ Tip-A- Cop campaign to benefit Special Olympics. The event runs from noon until 8 p.m. at the Alamosa Chili’s Restaurant, Hwy 160. Events for area Special Olympians are frequently coordinated by […]
Henderson accepted into Merchant Marine Academy
John Carl "JC" Henderson was recently accepted into the Merchant Marine Academy. He majored in mathematics at Adams State University prior to applying. "I definitely feel like my skills in math and science were greatly enhanced and solidified at Adams State." The positive reputation of the science and mathematics programs, as well as outdoor adventures, […]
Reid fulfilled her dream of teaching at Adams State
Article by Linda Relyea By ten after 8 in the morning, Dr. Linda Reid has gone over half a dozen formulas and reviewed the study guide with her Adams State University business students. More than once she asked, "What time is the exam? Remember to come in early and read your study guide to prepare." […]
Adams State & Trinidad State announce new transfer agreements
Adams State University and Trinidad State Junior College (TSJC) announce four new transfer agreements for students who have earned an Associate of Applied Science (AAS), according to Margaret Doell, Adams State assistant vice president for Academic Affairs. Doell and Lynette Bates, vice president of Academic Affairs for TSJC, collaborated on the agreements, which will allow […]
