Centennial Courier

News from the Centennial State

Education

Schools, universities, and the people advancing learning statewide.

Colorado School of Mines Reports Record Research Funding
Education

Colorado School of Mines Reports Record Research Funding

The Colorado School of Mines has reported record annual research funding, driven by growing federal grants in energy and materials science research.

CU Denver Launches Cybersecurity Degree Partnership
Education

CU Denver Launches Cybersecurity Degree Partnership

The University of Colorado Denver has launched a new cybersecurity degree program developed in partnership with regional technology and defense employers.

Adams State University Expands Rural Teacher Pipeline
Education

Adams State University Expands Rural Teacher Pipeline

Adams State University has expanded a program aimed at training and retaining teachers for Colorado's rural school districts, addressing persistent staffing shortages.

University of Colorado Boulder Expands Engineering Scholarships
Education

University of Colorado Boulder Expands Engineering Scholarships

The University of Colorado Boulder is expanding its engineering scholarship program, aiming to reduce financial barriers for students in high-demand technical fields.

Denver Public Schools Pilot AI Tutoring Program
Education

Denver Public Schools Pilot AI Tutoring Program

Denver Public Schools has launched a pilot program using AI-based tutoring software in select middle schools, aiming to provide personalized academic support.

Durango School District Invests in Career-Technical Facility
Education

Durango School District Invests in Career-Technical Facility

Durango's school district has invested in a new career-technical education facility, expanding hands-on training options for students not pursuing a traditional four-year degree.

Colorado Mesa University Grows Enrollment With Online Options
Education

Colorado Mesa University Grows Enrollment With Online Options

Colorado Mesa University has grown overall enrollment by expanding online degree options, reaching students across the Western Slope who couldn't relocate to campus.

Denver Charter Network Focuses on STEM for Underserved Students
Education

Denver Charter Network Focuses on STEM for Underserved Students

A Denver charter school network has built its academic model around intensive STEM instruction specifically for students from underserved neighborhoods.