Students began moving into the expanded and renovated Village at Mines Park on Aug. 1, 2025. The Colorado School of Mines has more than doubled its on-campus housing capacity for graduate and upper-division undergraduate students with the opening of this $151 million project, which increases the bed count from 495 to 1,058. Located off 19th…more
Jeffco BdB has published its 2025 list of local Nonprofit Organizations, ranked by the most recent revenue data available. The list includes 312 organizations, with the top three nonprofits generating substantial earnings. Alliance for Sustainable Energy leads the rankings with an annual revenue of $786.33 million, followed by Colorado Christian University at $144.81 million and…more
Red Rocks Community College (RRCC) is expanding its educational offerings with the introduction of two new Bachelor of Applied Science programs: Diagnostic Medical Sonography and Echocardiography. This move aims to enhance access to affordable higher education for Colorado students. The new programs align with a rising nationwide demand for skilled ultrasound professionals. A 2024 study…more
DENVER, July 31, 2025 /CNW/ – Energy Fuels Inc. has announced the appointment of Ross R. Bhappu as President, effective August 4, 2025. Mr. Bhappu replaces Mark S. Chalmers, who will retain his positions as Chief Executive Officer and Director. This change aligns with the company’s long-term succession plans. Chalmers expressed enthusiasm about Bhappu’s addition…more
Colorado Christian University leads the latest list of Colleges and Universities in Jefferson County, based on 2023 enrollment data from the U.S. Department of Education. With 8,254 students enrolled, CCU ranks first among the county’s higher education institutions. Close behind, the Colorado School of Mines takes second place with 7,599 students, followed by Red Rocks…more
Colorado School of Mines in Golden has successfully raised $589 million in its Campaign for MINES@150, marking the largest fundraising effort in the university’s 150-year history. The campaign publicly launched in the fall of 2020 and closed on June 30, 2025. Mines President Paul C. Johnson said, “This record-breaking campaign was founded on our unique…more
Colorado Christian University Chancellor Donald Sweeting will conclude his service on June 30, 2025, as part of a restructuring plan for fiscal year 2026, the university reported in a release. Sweeting has been with the Lakewood university since 2004, serving as a trustee, president since 2016, and chancellor since 2022. During his time at CCU,…more
Andrea Gioia, a 2009 Colorado School of Mines graduate, has transitioned from a corporate executive in the software industry to the owner of Sunshine Wellness Adventures, an athletic performance business focused on triathlon coaching and wellness camps. Gioia, who previously placed second in the female category at the 2022 Alpha Win Hudson Valley Triathlon, found…more
Colorado Christian University (CCU) Head Men’s Golf Coach Mark Hull will retire after an extensive 21-year career. Hull joined the program in 2005 and has established CCU Men’s Golf as a respected team within NCAA Division II athletics. During his tenure, Hull led the Cougars to their first NCAA Division II National Championship in 2024,…more
Omid Beik and C. Michael McGuirk from the Colorado School of Mines have been awarded the 2025 NASA Early Career Faculty Award, two of only eight recipients this year. This prestigious grant supports innovative research by promising faculty aimed at enhancing the effectiveness and sustainability of space exploration. Beik, an assistant professor of electrical engineering,…more
Lakewood-based Red Rocks Community College (RRCC) has awarded approximately $850,000 in funding through its President’s Dream Grant initiative, selecting 14 projects aimed at transforming the college’s campus, programs and community impact. The one-time grants, ranging from $5,000 to $250,000, were open to faculty, staff and student leadership groups and are designed to support RRCC President…more
The Jefferson County Sustainability Commission reported the winners of the 2025 Sustainability Awards on May 20, at the Board of County Commissioners Hearing. The awards recognize local achievements in environmental stewardship, resource efficiency, economic vitality and innovation. The winners are as follows: Future Leader Award: Claire Naumer – Claire Naumer is a student leader driving…more