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Western Earns Accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission

Western Earns Accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission

Recognition demonstrates a commitment to academic excellence Western Colorado University is excited to announce that the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) voted at its July 18…
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Western Graduates Named to Forbes 30 Under 30

Western Graduates Named to Forbes 30 Under 30

Enabling Equitable Energy Solutions An effort to bring critical solutions to renewable energy has landed two Western Colorado University alumni on a prestigious list of…
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Mountaineers Recycle Solar Panels to Save Money, Expand Access

Mountaineers Recycle Solar Panels to Save Money, Expand Access

As part of an Environment and Sustainability (ENVS) capstone class at Western Colorado University, the Equitable Solar Solutions project is Western-born and serving its community…
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Highlights from The Westerner Alumni Magazine

Verzuh Ranch
Verzuh Ranch field under Crested Butte Mountain.

Rooting for the Planet

Inspired by their Colorado heritage, Wynn and Ryan Martens embraced regenerative ranching and gifted Verzuh Ranch to Western as a living laboratory for land stewardship.

Verzuh Ranch
Read the History
A historic photo of Mountaineer Bowl.

Mountaineer Bowl Through the Years

From championship games to community celebrations, Mountaineer Bowl has been a Western icon for 75 years—now reborn as part of the Rady Family Sports Complex.

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Discover Belize
A student digs for artifacts in the jungle of Belize.

Dispatch from Belize

For over a decade, Western students have joined Dr. David Hyde in Belize to unearth ancient Maya history—and their journey continues at the monumental La Milpa site.

Discover Belize
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