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Eight Grand Junction High School seniors just received life-changing news: $5,000 scholarships to Colorado Mesa University, renewable every year. The new partnership brings real hope to local families worried about college costs.
An off-duty firefighter trapped under a 400-pound boulder on a remote Colorado peak freed their own crushed leg and used iPhone satellite tech to call for rescue from 13,400 feet. The dramatic helicopter rescue on the climber's final military flight shows how technology and teamwork save lives in impossible places.
Graduate students at the University of Colorado Boulder are bringing back a beloved program that offers free tax preparation to thousands of qualifying residents. The service runs through April 11 and helps people earning $67,000 or less get their taxes done right.
Six teen teams just pitched their startup ideas at the University of Colorado Boulder and walked away with $25,000 in scholarships. From smart water bottles to apps that donate restaurant points to teachers, these young entrepreneurs are solving real problems.
Boulder, Colorado just released an ambitious climate roadmap targeting 70% emission cuts by 2030 and a carbon-positive city by 2040. The plan prioritizes affordability, health, and protecting neighborhoods most vulnerable to climate change.
Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders walked across the stage at the University of Colorado this May, joining his classmates as a college graduate. The NFL player returned to finish what he started, proving you can chase pro dreams and academic goals at the same time.
The University of Colorado Anschutz School of Pharmacy celebrated 11 new PhDs and master's graduates who dedicated years to advancing pharmaceutical science. These researchers are now ready to tackle tomorrow's health challenges.
Scientists at the University of Colorado have discovered how to eliminate cancer cells that survive initial treatment, potentially turning lung cancer into a curable disease. The breakthrough combines two therapies to attack cancer at its most vulnerable moment.
A Colorado university cut its heating and cooling costs in half using underground pipes that tap Earth's constant temperature. The savings have funded lower tuition and more scholarships for students.
Colorado Mesa University cut its heating and cooling costs in half by tapping underground energy, saving $15 million since 2008. The savings went directly to students through lower tuition and more scholarships.
Colorado Mesa University volunteers helped triple the number of families getting free tax prep last year, putting thousands of dollars back in community members' pockets. Now the student-run program is back for 2026, offering IRS-certified help through April.
A Colorado university now offers a groundbreaking Bachelor of Innovation degree that trains students to work across disciplines and hit the ground running in their careers. The program replaces traditional general education courses with real-world workplace skills companies are actively seeking.
A tiny farming county in eastern Colorado is building more than 300 new wind turbines, transforming into a renewable energy powerhouse that already generates enough electricity to power Boulder County. Despite federal policy changes, developers are racing to complete projects worth over $1 billion.
High school students from across Colorado will pitch their business ideas this Sunday at CU Boulder, competing for scholarships and a chance to launch real-world solutions. The finals showcase how young innovators are already tackling challenges in their communities.
A University of Colorado researcher once dismissed as "crazy" discovered that a single gene could extend life by 50%, launching an entirely new field of aging science. His breakthrough now powers research into Alzheimer's, inflammation, and healthier aging for millions.
A Colorado nonprofit just handed out $16,000 in scholarships to help 11 local students pursue their dreams in fields ranging from ocean engineering to special education. Over two decades, Central Colorado Humanists has now invested more than $120,000 in young minds.
Nearly 100 Boulder households counted every piece of plastic they used for seven days, revealing that food packaging makes up two-thirds of their plastic waste. Now the city wants even more families to join this July's count to build a clearer picture of how to cut plastic pollution.
Colorado School of Mines just opened a 50,000-square-foot innovation facility to solve America's critical minerals shortage. The new hub brings together universities, startups, and industry to build the supply chains needed for everything from smartphones to clean energy.
Four high school seniors from a small mountain town just earned some of the most prestigious scholarships in Colorado, totaling over half a million dollars. Their success proves rural students can compete with anyone.
The University of Ibadan and University of Lagos just secured spots among the world's top 1,000 universities, doubling Nigeria's presence after a three-year decline. Twenty-four Nigerian institutions now appear in global rankings, showing the country's growing strength in higher education.
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