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The Press Room is your go-to hub for official information from Western Colorado University. Whether you’re a journalist, media professional, or public stakeholder, this space offers quick access to press releases, official statements, media contact details, and downloadable assets like logos, photography, and boilerplate copy. Designed to support accurate and timely reporting, the Press Room ensures you have the tools and resources you need to share Western’s story with confidence and clarity.
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Read Western's official responses and announcements on important matters affecting our community.
A 30-year Journey to Healing
Western wins NAGPRA grant to close chapter on Native American remains The remains of 25 individuals housed in Western Colorado University’s CT Hurst Museum will…
200 volunteers aid community organizations during Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service
On a frigid Gunnison winter morning, a Western Colorado University van turned onto Wisconsin St. armed with volunteers, rags and plenty of furniture polish. Their…
A Bright Future Through Grit, Scholarship, and Ambition
Rivaldo Francisco is quiet, but don’t let his reticence fool you. It’s his work ethic, big dreams, and sharp intellect that does all the talking.…
Latest Press Releases
Western Colorado University School of Business Offers Free Tax Preparation Services
Press Release
As tax season gets underway, Western Colorado University’s School of Business is once again offering free tax preparation services to the Gunnison Valley community through…
Western Alum Rob Wright Pitches BoxBlayde on Shark Tank
Press Release
For an entrepreneur like Rob Wright (’00), inspiration for the next big idea can come from anywhere, even from a pile of cardboard boxes. And…
Fight Hunger Bags at City Market to Support Western’s Mountaineer Marketplace
Press Release
Mountaineer Marketplace is teaming up with City Market this winter to take on food insecurity through the Fight Hunger reusable bag program. Throughout February and…
Meeting the AI Moment: How Western Is Preparing Students for What Comes Next
Press Release
Since the public release of tools like ChatGPT in late 2022, the pace of change has been swift. Some surveys suggest that as many as…
Western Colorado University to Launch National Search for Next Athletic Director
Press Release
Western Colorado University will launch a national search for its next Director of Athletics following the announcement that Miles Van Hee will be stepping away…