“With these environmental upgrades, students can work out in Rex or hang out in the SUB much more comfortably.”
Author: Linda Relyea
CDHE designates Adams State a first-generation serving campus
“We are proud that the CDHE officially recognizes and affirms what we know and see every day with our students – that we are a First-Generation Serving Institution,” VP Rissler said.
Creative Writing guest artist is Colorado Poet Laureate Crisosto Apache
Apache will guide writers during a Community Writing Workshop at 2 p.m. Wednesday, April 22 in McDaniel Hall 204. All are welcome.
Adams State welcomes guest artist Valerie Naranjo
“I came to the realization that there is nobody like me. I began to believe in my contribution to the world.”
Adams State earns Military Friendly® Designation for second year
“Adams State is proud to have achieved our Military Friendly and Military Family Friendly designation.”
Educator Highlight Award for March 2026:
“Just knowing that they’re going to go off and be wonderful people and be successful in the world, that just makes me feel good.”
March 2026 Employee Accomplishments
The Title III STEM HSI grant team attended the 18th Annual Association of Hispanic Serving Institutions Educators (AHSIE) conference in Boston, MA, on March 8-11.
COSI ASAP grant will increase retention and graduation rates
“With the generous support of Arnold Ventures, through the CDHE, Adams State will have additional resources to support our students throughout their academic career and successfully complete their college degree.”
Adams State joins national effort to strengthen career-connected learning and work
“Participation in this national initiative will help us expand access to high-quality, career-connected learning and strengthen outcomes for our students.”
Rio Grande State of the Basin Symposium to be held on March 28
“For many river restoration practitioners, beavers are the missing link in improving riparian systems,” said Director of the Adams State Salazar Center Paul Formisano, Ph.D.












