Red Rocks Community College has introduced a new Associate of Applied Science in Nursing program, welcoming its first cohort of 16 students this fall. This program prepares students for careers as Registered Nurses in various health care settings. Upon completing the program, graduates will be eligible to take the National Council of Licensure Examination for…more
Rocky Mountain College of Art & Design (RMCAD) in Lakewood secured its reaccreditation from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), which extends the college’s accredited status for another 10 years. This milestone follows a thorough evaluation of RMCAD’s operations and academic quality, culminating in an onsite visit in the spring of 2025. Accreditation by the HLC…more
Researchers at the Colorado School of Mines will contribute to a new $5 million research center funded by the U.S. Department of Energy’s National Nuclear Security Administration. The center aims to develop impact-resistant materials with unique properties. Leslie Lamberson, associate professor of mechanical engineering and director of the Extreme Structures & Materials (X-STRM) Laboratory, will…more
The Colorado School of Mines and the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) are partnering to tackle essential geological and mineral resource issues that impact economic and national security. A new research facility set to open on the Mines campus in 2027 aims to strengthen this collaboration, focusing on critical minerals. Critical minerals are vital for various…more
The Quantum Commons, the first major building on Elevate Quantum’s new 70-acre campus in Arvada, officially opened Aug. 28, signaling a new chapter for Colorado’s expanding quantum industry. The facility is designed to centralize advanced quantum research, prototyping and collaboration — and is expected to generate thousands of good-paying jobs across the region. The event…more
Geoff Brennecka has been appointed as the new department head for Metallurgical and Materials Engineering at Colorado School of Mines, effective July 1. Brennecka joined the faculty in 2014 and holds the George S. Ansell Chair of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering. In his new role, Brennecka emphasizes the importance of collaboration and aims to expand…more
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