What are the benefits of a college degree? College presents a unique opportunity for students to discover and dive into academic passions, bridging the transition between academia and the professional world. There are numerous skills to develop and friendships to form. Beyond these reasons, there are some less obvious benefits of a college degree. Plus, there are some lesser-known financial benefits of going to college and more personal reasons that affect those around you.
In the past couple of years, it’s been common to try out some new do-it-yourself home projects or even some larger-scale renovation projects. Maybe you decided to hammer out a new deck to give yourself a more enjoyable outdoor oasis or perhaps you updated your home office while working more hours from home. But while the rest of us were figuring out which paint colors worked the best in our updated spaces, Becky Brown ’92 and Paul Williams ’89 were finishing up a much bigger—and much more complex—project.
A new computer science and engineering camp at Western Colorado University has given middle school students a fresh twist on a technical field, while engaging the local community.
Imagine putting together an entire musical – everything from writing, choreographing, staging and performing – in just one week. It may sound daunting, but participants in Colorado State University’s Kids Do It All Theatre Camp do just that – and more.