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…]
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CNCC Corner: CNCC students do well by doing good
The month of October has been a busy one for CNCC and its students. As important as preparing students for tomorrow’s workforce is, preparing students to live a well-rounded and fulfilling life is just as important. We provide students with numerous opportunities to take what they learn in the classroom[Read More…]
New ‘Horizons’ for CNCC dental hygiene students
One of the most rewarding human experiences is the joy of helping others. The reward extends beyond good feelings when the help provided is life-altering for the recipients. Second-year students at Colorado Northwestern Community College’s dental hygiene clinic visited Horizon’s Craig office and residential homes in October to provide education,[Read More…]
Rio Blanco County 4-H youth create seed balls to reclaim land along White River west of Rangely
Last week, Rio Blanco 4-H youth from Meeker and Rangely participated in a Community Pride project and had a lot of fun at the same time. Youth were up to their elbows in mud as they made mud/seed balls as part of a project planned to reclaim riparian land along[Read More…]
CNCC team hosts first college rodeo
RBC | The Colorado Northwestern rodeo team hosted its first college rodeo ever at the Moffat County fairgrounds in Craig this past weekend, and it was a muddy success, according to rodeo coach Tammy Olson. CNCC’s team of six freshman rodeo competitors hosted the entire Rocky Mountain region of the[Read More…]
Excitement, challenges, opportunity at CNCC
As I reflect on my first academic year at Colorado Northwestern Community College, it has been one of excitement, challenges and opportunities. We had the joy of celebrating our incredible students in April and May through honors ceremonies, pinning/winging events, and at Commencement. For those interested, we have shared many[Read More…]
Get a deal on dental from CNCC dental hygiene students
RBC I You can get a great deal on a dental exam and help CNCC’s dental hygiene students complete their clinical course work by making an appointment for a checkup. What to expect Students at CNCC ensure to do a thorough comprehensive examination of the mouth. In this, they look[Read More…]
Trustees sworn in
RANGELY I Town of Rangely staff swore in Andy Shaffer as mayor and Alisa Granger, Todd Thayn and Kyle Wren as trustees on Tuesday, April 26. The board heard from Dr. Lisa Jones and Keith Peterson with updates from CNCC. Dr. Jones wanted to dispel rumors and inform the board[Read More…]
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…]
DAYS GONE BY: APRIL 7 2022
The Meeker Herald 125 years ago • Hugus & Co have just received the largest invoice of shoes ever bought here. • While the late blizzard touched us gently here it was not so considerate with other portions of Colorado, as travelers arriving during the last few days say it[Read More…]
CNCC Rodeo team travels to Ogden; hosting Spartan Showdown this weekend, April 1-2
RANGELY I The third rodeo of the 2022 spring college rodeo season was hosted by Weber, in Ogden, Utah, at the Golden Spike indoor arena this past weekend. CNCC’s Hadley Gross tied for seventh/eighth place in the long go-round of the barrel racing on her indoor/backup mare “Rita.” Then, the[Read More…]
New nursing guaranteed admission pathway at CNCC
RBC I Colorado Northwestern Community College is pleased to announce guaranteed admissions in the nursing program. This new pathway will allow students to guarantee their placement in the nursing program while they are completing their pre-requisite courses at CNCC. Many nursing programs across the nation are competitive entry. Students with[Read More…]
