RANGELY | Colorado Northwestern Community College Dental Hygiene Director Tiffany Douglas took four students on a mission trip to Guatemala where they performed dental hygiene care for remote villages. The opportunity allows the students to engage their skills and theories in a challenging environment that doesn’t include the convenience of[Read More…]
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National Park Service students restore petroglyph site
Last week, 10 National Park Service (NPS) Academy students from Colorado Northwestern Community College (CNCC) participated in a service project at the Shield Interpretive site, a Bureau of Land Management (BLM) location a few miles outside Rangely. Chuck Huyck, NPS program director, led them on this service project. The site[Read More…]
CNCC cybersecurity program preparing today’s learners for immediate opportunities
RANGELY | This is SPARTA! Another incredible achievement for students at Colorado Northwestern Community College (CNCC) — the cybersecurity program participated in the National Cyber League 2023 competitions in April and achieved competitive scores. The competition serves as an experience for students to practice their skills and tools in a[Read More…]
CNCC students to travel to Guatemala
RANGELY | Colorado Northwestern Community College (CNCC) offers a unique college experience with diverse programs that cater to the needs of underserved communities like Craig and Rangely. Agriculture, psychology, nursing and dental hygiene are the top fields in which CNCC offers degree programs, and the Western Slope’s need for skilled[Read More…]
CNCC BASKETBALL AWARDS
CNCC Women’s Basketball team has had a season full of achievements. On Feb. 25, they won their first game over Snow College since the 2012-2013 season on home court in Hefley Gym. The game came down to the final basket, made by Hailey Long (above). The season holds the most[Read More…]
From Midnight Madness to Campus Cleanup: CNCC Students Serve
RBC | At Colorado Northwestern Community College (CNCC), the educational experience extends well beyond the classroom walls. From recent experiences with environmental sciences and dental hygiene’s work with New Horizons — the possibilities reach as far as the heart’s desire and the mind’s imagination. Inspiring stories of selfless service and[Read More…]
Making a difference, one day at a time
RANGELY | We all can recall a time when someone helped us, and the relief we felt lingered in our hearts long after the experience. Uplifting others is often poignantly described as one of the most important things a person can do. Kimber Waller is a Rangely resident who works[Read More…]
CNCC ice tower is up
RANGELY | In high altitude locations, such as Rangely and much of Colorado, ice climbing and mountaineering sports attract enthusiasts year-round. The activity requires training to become familiar with the terrain, tools and techniques necessary for safety and enjoyment while exploring. At Colorado Northwestern Community College (CNCC), the administration encourages[Read More…]
Rangely trustees discuss LARP event, grants, PD updates, projects and more
Rangely Trustee Tim Webber updated the town board on Jan. 10 regarding the Live Action Role Play (LARP) event the town hosted on Labor Day weekend in 2022. He looks forward to hosting the next event. Rangely’s location between the two “kingdoms” creates the ideal place for the event. Webber[Read More…]
Trustees hear CNCC presentation
MEEKER | Meeker trustees heard a presentation by Colorado Northwestern Community College (CNCC) President Dr. Lisa Jones during the first meeting of 2023 on Tuesday, Jan. 10. Jones presented CNCC’s updated strategic plan, noting how aspects of their plan may align with the Town’s plan. Part of the new strategic[Read More…]
CNCC, 4-H and RiversEdge West work together on environment
RBC | While philosophers debate how to learn information more efficiently, students at CNCC live the theories through their college experience. Multiple departments have had opportunities to engage their students through community service. This week, partnerships between Dr. Mario Sullivan’s environmental sciences class, RiversEdge West, and the Rio Blanco 4-H[Read More…]
CMC approves feasibility study request from Moffat County
According to a press release from Colorado Mountain College (CMC), headquartered in Glenwood Springs, Colorado, the Moffat County Affiliated Junior College District Board has formally submitted a request for CMC to conduct a study concerning the feasibility of Moffat County’s annexation into the Colorado Mountain College District. This action is[Read More…]
