Month: April 2018

Chamber Choir will perform with the Winds and Percussion Ensemble on April 11

The Adams State University Chamber Choir and Winds and Percussion Ensemble will be performing at 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 11, in Richardson Auditorium. The Chamber Choir program, titled "An Immigrant’s Stories: Hopes, Dreams and Fears in Uncertain Times," is part of the Music Department’s ETHOS: Exploring Equity through Music project, and was performed at the […]

ASU Trustees adopt Financial Action Plan to restore fiscal health

Adams State University has put itself in a solid financial position after the ASU Board of Trustees on Friday approved a list of cost-saving recommendations that will create a net change of $2.7 million in Adams State’s fiscal budget that begins July 1. Adams State’s Financial Action Plan includes a $2.2 million trim in personnel […]

ASU Grizz Daze begins April 9

Article by Brandon Sly Photo by Daniel ParsonsCelebrate the annual Backyard Bash. Get ready for the annual Adams State University Grizz Daze, from April 9 through April 13. Come out and show your Grizzly Spirit. The week begins with a photo booth, including free photos and fun drops, from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. Monday, […]

Adams State will host free conference

The Adams State University English, Theatre, and Communication Department will host Middle and High School English Teachers’ Conference. The conference features best-practices (active learning) presentations and a keynote by Alex Burkart, theatre artist and educator. Credit available for conference attendance and reflection: Opportunity for English teachers to earn 1/2 credit. Requirement for credit: attend conference, […]

From shelter dog to reading companion

The story of Moose is now a children’s book Article by Linda Relyea Moose patiently listens to Tristin and Meredith McAlpine as they read to him on April 4 at the Alamosa Public Library. Settling into a comfortable position, Moose gazes at a young reader with warm brown eyes and a gentle attitude, putting them […]

ASU Trustees accept resignation of President Beverlee McClure

The Adams State University Board of Trustees has accepted the resignation of ASU President Dr. Beverlee McClure, effective March 31, 2018. Dr. McClure was appointed president of the university on July 1, 2015, and over the past two and a half years guided the university through a period of transition with its distance-learning programs and […]

A special evening will support Adams State students

A glass of wine when paired with the correct dish can bring about all the subtle flavors and delight the senses. The Adams State University Foundation Office has organized a wine pairing with uniquely prepared meals. The fundraiser, Grow Our Own – Farm to Table, will support student scholarships, and begins at 6 p.m. Friday, […]

Adams State University honors student leadership

Photo by Daniel Parsons The Adams State University tenth annual Student Leadership Banquet, on March 29, honored, left to right, front row: Chelsea Walljasper, Wellness and Prevention Services Leadership; Kendra Cheda, Vice President of Student Affairs Outstanding Leadership Award and Legacy of Leadership; Vice President for Student Service Ken Marquez, Trina DeHerrera, Residence Life Leadership; […]

Zacheis Planetarium announces April and May schedule

The Adams State University Zacheis Planetarium has released the free public showings schedule through May 5, 2018. Thursdays April 5 7 p.m. Ice Worlds 7:45 p.m. Extreme Planets April 12 7 p.m. Seven Wonders 7:45 p.m. Undiscovered Worlds April 19 7 p.m. Earthquake 7:45 p.m. Cleopatra’s Universe April 26 7 p.m. Dawn of the Space […]

Adams State Theatre presents Thom Pain

Mason Harvey is Thom Pain The Adams State University Theatre production Thom Pain (based on nothing) will feature Mason Harvey. The one man show, by Will Eno, will have two performances: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 7 and 2 p.m. Sunday, April 8, in the Xperimental Theatre. "Once I found the script online, I really loved […]