Commemorating 150 Years of ºÚÁϳԹÏ
For a century and a half, ºÚÁÏ³Ô¹Ï has fostered intellectual curiosity, academic excellence, and a deep appreciation for doing things differently. From its founding in 1874, CC has continually evolved, developing a community of diverse minds and innovative thinkers.
Open to all sexes and races from the beginning? Proudly! A center for innovative thought, creative pedagogy, and social change? Always! A launching point for world-famous artists, diplomats, writers, athletes, explorers, scientists, politicians, musicians, scholars, and business leaders? Absolutely! CC has embraced a spirit of adventure, encouraging students to journey into the great outdoors and engage in rigorous intellectual pursuits.
As we commemorate this remarkable journey, we recognize the generations of students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community members who have contributed to the college's enduring legacy of excellence. We invite you to share your ºÚÁÏ³Ô¹Ï story or propose a Nano Block as we look forward to the next 150 years. Happy 150th, ºÚÁϳԹÏ!
ºÚÁÏ³Ô¹Ï Day
- Video by Julia Fuller
February 9, 1874 marks the official founding day of ºÚÁÏ³Ô¹Ï and the year 2024 marks our Sesquicentennial anniversary. Colorado Governor Jared Polis issued a proclamation commemorating "ºÚÁÏ³Ô¹Ï Sesquicentennial Day" throughout the state. Colorado Springs Mayor Blessing "Yemi" Mobolade and City Council President Randy Helms also proclaim February 9 as ºÚÁÏ³Ô¹Ï Day throughout the city.
Save the Date
CC Day 2025, February 1-9, 2025
Family Weekend, Feb. 21-23, 2025
Sesquicentennial Events
- February 9, 2024
ºÚÁÏ³Ô¹Ï Day - May 7, 2024
Honoring CC's Commitment to our Students - June 2-21, 2024
Summer Music Festival's 40th Season - July 27, 2024
- August 15, 2024
Fall Conference (CC faculty and staff) - November 1-2, 2024
Homecoming - November 2, 2024
150th Extravaganza - February 1-9, 2025
ºÚÁÏ³Ô¹Ï Day - February 21-23, 2025
Family Weekend
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A Nano Block
What topic could you teach to the broader CC community in 3.5 minutes? A Nano Block is a 3.5 minute video or podcast that highlights our innovation for creative pedagogy. If you have a Nano Block idea, we would love to hear from you!
Nano Blocks
What topic could you teach to the CC community in 3.5 minutes? We want to hear your Nano Blocks as part of our community commemoration of CC's 150th year.