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CNCC avaitors earn competitive awards

Opportunities for students at Colorado Northwestern Community College are unique and offer challenges that increase their knowledge and capabilities. The CNCC National Intercollegiate Flying Association (NIFA) team traveled to Price, Utah, from Oct. 10-13, for a safety convention. This convention is a “track meet for pilots,” stated second-year pilot Kelcey[Read More…]

November 11, 2022 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

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CNCC working to fill gaps left by the “Great Resignation”

There has been a great deal of talk recently about the “Great Resignation” and labor shortages happening across the United States. Employers are struggling to find and/or retain qualified professionals in key industries. Currently, there is an alarming shortage of pilots, aviation maintenance techs, nurses, and cybersecurity and IT professionals.[Read More…]

April 13, 2022 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

Sen. Bennet visits CNCC, focus on aviation programs

RBC I Senator Bennet’s staff reached out to Colorado Northwestern Community College (CNCC) regarding a visit to their Rangely Campus location. This visit focused on CNCC’s Aviation Programs, to become more familiar with the programs offered, their potential for growth and expansion in addition to taking the time to speak[Read More…]

March 2, 2020 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

CNCC receives airplane, prepares drone classes

RANGELY | The Colorado Northwestern Community College aviation program began 2017 with some exciting developments. With the additions of a newly donated airplane and decision to develop a drone program, CNCC aviation students are sure to enjoy new opportunities in the coming semesters. CNCC, which has been developing a strong[Read More…]

February 3, 2017 by Jennifer Hill Comments are Disabled

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CNCC Aero Club

Students from the CNCC Aero Club presented a thank-you plaque to the Rangely Town Council, who donated $750 for their NIFA Nationals trip fundraiser.

April 2, 2011 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

Aviation scholarship for women established

RBC — Colorado Northwestern Community College was visited by its first female graduate of the commercial pilot flight program from April 8, 1969. Eva Searcy visited the Rangely Airport with her mom and dad, both of whom were great mentors and supporters of her decision to change from a four-year degree[Read More…]

April 17, 2008 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled