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  1. May 11, 2023

    Alani Casiano has had a love for writing ever since she was young. She went on to join Write for Market, a UNC writing club and has been there for the past four years. She's now the president of the club and has done a lot of work promoting it.

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    Philanthropy

    Being a Bear: A Full Circle Moment

    May 5, 2023

    Having a parent who is an alumnus is a unique experience, allowing West and Thorne to bond over their love for the university. That family legacy allows them to share special moments together.

    HannahGrace posing with her graduation cap with her arm in the air
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    Philanthropy

    Cynthia Duarte and the Impact of COSI

    May 5, 2023

    During a Mexican Independence Day celebration, Spring 2023 graduate Cynthia Duarte met Nickie Archibeque, the director of UNC’s Colorado Opportunity Scholarship Initiative (COSI) Scholars Program. Archibeque saw that Duarte was a perfect fit for the COSI “Finish What You Started” scholarship. The scholarship was created to help Colorado residents who have left university go back to school and earn their credential or degree, Duarte's exact goals.

    Cynthia Duarte holding up her right arm posing for a picture
  4. May 5, 2023

    The grounds of the University of Northern Colorado received a welcome living, breathing facelift last week. As part of Arbor Day and Earth Day celebrations this year, students, faculty and staff picked up shovels and got their hands dirty planting 122 new trees across the university’s 250-acre campus.

    students and staff digging a hole in the grass to plant a tree
  5. May 3, 2023

    We talked with Christina Ruffatti and Laura Anderson about UNC’s Go On and Learn Program. GOAL program creates an environment for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities to be able to enjoy the college experience. More info at unco.edu/unc-goal or email James Slaughter at james.slaughter@unco.edu

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  6. April 28, 2023

    UNC professor Patrick Brady discusses the relevance of having victim studies courses at UNC and shares his history studying Criminal Justice and Victimization (Part two)

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    Magazine Feature

    Inspired to Pay it Forward

    April 28, 2023

    Recent graduate and Phelps CAP award winner, Shukuru Rushanika '22 overcame adversity, explored scientific research and was honored for his achievements as he developed a deep sense of appreciation for the support and guidance he received during his undergraduate education at UNC.

    ShaQ Rushanika
  8. April 28, 2023

    The University of Northern Colorado is hosting its spring commencement ceremonies May 5-6, inside the Bank of Colorado Arena. This year’s spring class includes approximately 1,272 undergraduate and graduate students. An additional 342 students are expected to complete their degree requirements this summer and can participate in the spring ceremonies.

    Two Latina women taking a self portrait at graduation
  9. April 28, 2023

    Professor Karen Barton’s unprecedented nine Fulbright awards have taken her across five continents — North and South America, Africa, Asia and Europe — allowing her to bring the world to her students at UNC.

    Karen Barton sitting in a dark room surrounded by screens showing the ocean.