Western Newsroom

Western Colorado University art students won a Gunnison mural contest, and two new murals created by those students will be installed around town by the end of the month as part of a community arts initiative. The project highlights how Western’s arts programs engage students in real-world creative work that enriches the Gunnison community.

Western Colorado University alumna Addy Mullin Lehman turned a high school hobby into a thriving wedding videography career after recognizing an unmet need in Colorado’s booming wedding market while living in the Gunnison Valley. Today, her emotionally driven films book dozens of weddings each year, reflecting Western’s impact on entrepreneurial thinking and creative career paths.

Western Colorado University Professor Kanae Haneishi highlights how physical activity supports learning and lifelong physical and mental health while addressing equity, inclusion, and stereotypes within the physical education space. Her insights underscore Western’s commitment to inclusive, research-informed education that connects health, learning, and social responsibility at Western Colorado University.