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  1. March 26, 2023

    On March 25, the 91ֿ Alumni Association hosted its 2023 Honored Alumni Awards. The award, in its 76th year, is presented annually to five 91ֿ graduates in recognition for career success and a commitment of service to the university.

    President Feinstein and the five 2023 Honored Alumni holding their awards
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    University News

    Greeley Day at the Capitol Returns

    March 22, 2023

    President Andy Feinstein, alongwith91ֿ deans, staff and students traveled toDenver on Monday, March 20, for Greeley Day at the Capitol. The event is a collaborative effort between 91ֿ and key leaders to promote the city and university with state elected officials.

    A group holding a Greeley Day at the Capitol sign in front of steps
  3. March 15, 2023

    Jenny Pettit went to Belize three times to conduct research for her dissertation “Educational Experiences that Influence the Upward Mobility of Maya Women in Belize,” which was awarded 91ֿ’s Graduate Dean’s Citation for Outstanding Dissertation last year. Pettit identified three Maya women who were leaders in their communities and examined how their educational and other life experiences had influenced their success.

    Jenny Pettit wearing dean's citation medal
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    Philanthropy and Impact

    Award Affirms Great Teaching

    March 13, 2023

    Each year, one 91ֿ faculty member is honored for their excellence in teaching, thanks to the generosity of donors Kathleen Sears ’76 and Jim Helgoth.

    Kathleen Sears talking to a student in a classroom
  5. March 13, 2023

    91ֿ student Nathan Wetzel plays Dungeons and Dragons with the Gender and Sexuality Resource Center’s (GSRC) Queer D&D affinity group. In this episode they talk about what the GSRC and affinity groups are. He also talks about how D&D impacts the queer community and has been helpful in learning more about himself and his friends.

    Nathan Wetzel Headshot
  6. March 8, 2023

    Shawn Montano, an assistant professor in 91ֿ’s Journalism and Media Studies program with 25 years of industry experience, talks about his transition into teaching and how his students are gaining valuable hands-on experience in digital storytelling, news production and podcasting.

    Shawn Montano Headshot