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Students and faculty are using drone technology to conduct environmental research, map terrain, and capture aerial data, opening new opportunities in fields like environmental science, geology, and media production.
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One class at a time: How Doug Hankins turned an uncertain start at Western into a lifelong love of learning
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How Western Helped Shape the Nation’s Largest Biological Honor Society
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Chair of Western’s Music Department Elected to Colorado Brass Board of Directors
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Western earns top-tier state recognition for student wellness and support
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Celebrating Excellence: 2026 Alumni Awards Honor Western’s Outstanding Graduates
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Explore past stories that highlight Western's milestones, achievements, and moments that shaped our community.
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Cam Smith’s Journey from Western to the World Stage Comes Full Circle
With parents who were both Western alumni and a sister enrolled, Cam Smith (’18, ESS) was pretty sure he would spend his college years somewhere…
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Western receives $2 Million Gift to Support Creation of Student Success Center
Western wasn’t on Ty Petway’s radar when he found a tri-fold pamphlet advertising what was then Western State College in his friend’s Clemson University dorm…
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Off-Grid and Online: Taylor Hubbard’s Alternate Path to Teaching
When art teacher Taylor Hubbard (’24) walks into her classroom at Centennial School in San Luis, Colorado, she’s exactly where she wants to be. But…
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Panels of Possibility
Panels of Possibility
Students partnered with Gunnison County Electric Association and Powerfield Energy to build a nearly 1 MW solar array, gaining hands-on construction, installation, and industry experience while helping advance clean energy in the Gunnison Valley.
CHESS Match
CHESS Match
Students teamed up with scientists to support the Colorado Headwaters Ecological Spectroscopy Study (CHESS) by collecting leaf, drone, and airplane-based sensor data that will help track water, soil, and vegetation changes across the West.
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Your source for official news and media resources from Western Colorado University. Find recent press releases, access our media kit, view official statements, connect with experts and our communications team for interviews and inquiries.
Mountaineer Minute
Student news, all in one place.
From athletic wins to research projects, the Mountaineer Minute brings students the latest stories that matter. We’ve pulled together news from across campus, including student media, official university announcements, and video highlights, so you don’t have to hunt for what’s happening. It’s student-centered, easy to navigate, and updated regularly.
Western In the News
Colorado community rallies to save Victorian castle that helped shape the Gunnison Valley
CBS News
Community volunteers are leading efforts to preserve Hartman Castle, a historic landmark that offers a unique window into the Gunnison Valley’s past. The project highlights the importance of local stewardship, historic preservation, and community engagement in protecting the cultural heritage that helps define the region Western Colorado University calls home.
How Western helped to shape nation’s largest biological honor society
Gunnison Country Times
Western Colorado University played an important role in the early development of one of the nation’s largest biological honor societies, helping foster a legacy of scientific scholarship, research, and academic excellence. The story highlights Western’s longstanding contributions to the biological sciences and its enduring impact on generations of students pursuing careers in science, education, and research.
Cracking the Codes
Gunnison Country Times
Western Colorado University students are gaining hands-on experience in computer science and cybersecurity by tackling real-world coding challenges that build critical problem-solving and technical skills. The story highlights how Western’s personalized learning environment helps students prepare for careers in rapidly growing technology fields while applying classroom knowledge to practical, career-focused experiences.