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Adams State undergraduate enrollment growth trend continues

“After years of declining undergraduate enrollment, Adams State celebrates consecutive years of accelerating growth,” President David Tandberg, Ph.D. said.

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Annaliesa Connor-Meissner brings new perspective to Art Department

“As chairperson of Art, Annaliesa brings years of experience to the position, both as a highly regarded educator and as an artist,” noted John Taylor, Ph.D.

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Alumna Elisamaria Heredia Finalist for Colorado Teacher of the Year

“If someone wants to become a teacher, I embrace them. As a mentor, I can make connections, because I’ve been on both sides,” Heredia said.

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Perez continues to apply leadership skills

“The Adams State School of Business helped me become the leader I was meant to be.”

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