Does your student still need a booster shot? CC, in partnership with Nomi Health, will host an on-campus COVID-19 booster clinic this Sat., Feb. 5, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. in Cornerstone Arts Center Main Space.

Moderna and Pfizer vaccines will be available for booster doses and first or second doses for anyone 12 and older. Children ages 5-11 may receive their initial shots. Make an appointment in advance. Walk-ins are also welcome.

Want to learn more about CC and get to know others in the CC parent and family community? Join CC's Alumni and Family Relations Office for our virtual "CC in the Spotlight" events! We will begin each virtual gathering with a guest speaker who will share about their work and area of expertise at CC, introducing you to programs and resources available to your students. These informal presentations are designed specifically for the parents, families, and supporters of current CC students; they are interactive and will include time for Q&A, conversation, and connection. Check out the upcoming spring events and register online.

Excitement is growing as we make plans to celebrate CC's Class of 2022 this spring! The Commencement ceremony will take place on May 22, 2022, inside the Ed Robson Arena. Each graduate will be allowed up to seven guest tickets. Graduates and their families will be notified when tickets are available, and you can find updated information on all the weekend's celebrations as it is available on the Commencement web page.

Please remind your graduating student to submit their application to graduate by the April 20 deadline. Students who are eligible will find the link to the application on their student menu in Banner SSB. It takes them only a few minutes to complete this application which allows them to opt-in to the ceremony (plus provide their height information for a gown), and confirm their diploma name and mailing address should they end up not attending the ceremony. We look forward to seeing many of you on campus in May!

Spring Semester balances are due in full on or before Feb. 4, 2022, OR enroll in our payment plan option (via online billing site) by Feb. 3, 2022 (with your first installment due Feb. 4, 2022).

All 1098-T (tuition statement) tax forms are now available via our online billing site. Paper copies will also be mailed to permanent mailing addresses in each student's name.

The Spring Semester means it’s time to be deep in the internship search. The Public Interest Fellowship Program (PIFP) offers summer and yearlong fellowships for CC students to explore how they can make an impact on Colorado communities and develop as the next generation of nonprofit leaders. Students can find the PIFP fellowship descriptions in Handshake and learn more through upcoming information sessions. Deadline to apply is Feb. 21, 2022. 

CC students are also eligible to receive Summer Internship Funding once during their four years at CC. Many internships remain unpaid or underpaid, and this supplemental funding makes it possible for students to choose opportunities based on the value the experience brings to the pursuit of their goals with less worry about the financial viability of the internship. The funding application will open in Summit on Feb. 14, 2022—students do not need a secured internship before applying.

If your student is still exploring their professional interests, we have a class that can help!  During the Designing Your Life: Exploring the Academic and Professional Journey through the Lens of Design Thinking course, students will identify and evaluate how their values, interests, and skills connect to their academic and professional journeys. Using the tenets of design thinking, students will explore connections between their personal and professional development and leave confident in their ability to make career-related decisions. Students can register for GS222: Special Topics in Banner. The course will be offered Blocks 6-7 on Tuesdays from 6-7:30 p.m.

Colorado College has reinstated a three-year on-campus residential requirement for the 2022-23 academic year. More information about this requirement, the housing process, and resources for all students living on and off campus will be shared with our student and parent community soon. Stay tuned to email and the Housing website for more!

Brenda Soto P’19, director of events at Colorado College, has been named interim director of alumni and family relations. Soto will split her time between the two positions and will focus on working with the Alumni Association Council and overseeing parent and family communications. Soto looks forward to “leading the Events and Alumni and Family Relations offices to work together to create synergies and opportunities to offer programming on campus to the broader community.” Soto has worked at Colorado College for 35 years in a variety of positions, including in Finance and Administration, Summer Programs, Student Life, and most recently in Advancement.

Students welcomed the return of indoor dining in Rastall Café last week, shared in a Lunar New Year celebration, and will enjoy a partnership with chef and farmer Matthew Raiford during Black History Month. Compliments, concerns, or questions you'd like to share with Bon Appétit? An online form is available for your convenience in the "Tell Us What You Think" section at the bottom of this web page. 

Learn more about Colorado Springs and the Pikes Peak Region! The CCE wants to help you and your students get to know the community surrounding CC. Check out their website and click on the "Pikes Peak Region" tab for information about the area, then explore the many ways your student can get involved. 

In celebration of this year's Black History Month, the FAC is pleased to honor a rich culture and history by showcasing Black artists and Black voices in a variety of events and programs, both virtual and in-person. From theatre performances to art exhibitions and spoken word — we hope you’ll join us. 

Click here for a list of all Black History Month events taking place at the FAC, including some that can be accessed virtually through FAC Connect.

Check out our brand-new website for all your spirit gear and gift ideas! Shop Colorado College Official Bookstore for apparel, gifts, textbooks, and more. The Bookstore has a large selection of official apparel; free shipping on eligible orders.

The COVID Weekly Report newsletter has returned—watch for it in your inbox each Monday! In addition, you can easily access all things COVID at anytime online. Details of our COVID-19 response are broken down into categories here: Health; Mitigation and Campus Protocols; Testing and Quarantine; and When Off Campus. You will also find answers to frequently asked questions, as well as a listing of all campus messages. If you have additional concerns about COVID-19 or our campus response, direct them to:  covid19@coloradocollege.edu. Remember, there are numerous resources on campus for support and assistance, including the  Counseling Center,  the Chaplain’s Office,  the  Butler Center, the  Advising Hub, and the  Wellness Resource Center.  Parents may also call 719-389-6349 to be connected with resources to help answer questions related to COVID-19.