Fund alleviates financial stress for students
“Like many others, scholarships and other financial assistance I received as a student inspires me to give back, now that I am in a position to do so,” VP Rissler added.
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September Educator Highlight Award
“I love middle school,” she said in receiving the Adams State award.
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Performances, Lectures
“A Clown’s Guide to the 5 Stages of Grief” debuts October 22
“It was really cool seeing everyone’s ideas merge together into one thing.”
Homecoming brings back favorites and adds new events
Adams State will make its presence known downtown during First Friday starting at 5 p.m. and ending when the last ember dies and the smoke clears from the bonfire.
Adams State Athletics
Adams State Falls to CSU Pueblo, 3-1
Pueblo, Colo. – The Adams State women's volleyball team fell to CSU Pueblo 3-1 (21-25, 25-23, 19-25, 12-25) Tuesday night. Despite a strong start and gritty play throughout, the Grizzlies were unable to hold off a potent ThunderWolves offense.
Williams named to the All-RMAC Second Team
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – Fatso Williams of the Adams State women's soccer team was named to the All-RMAC Second Team, as announced by the conference office Tuesday. Four other Grizzlies earned All-RMAC honorable mention honors.
Grizzlies Open Season at Mines Rookie Open
GOLDEN, Colo. – The Adams State men's wrestling team kicked off its 2025-26 season at the Mines Rookie Open, showcasing a strong start from its young lineup. The Grizzlies saw two wrestlers earn third-place finishes, along with one fourth-place and one fifth-place performance, setting a solid tone to begin the new campaign.
Grizzlies’ Postseason Run Concludes in Golden
Golden, Colo. – Adams State women's soccer wrapped up its season on Sunday afternoon, falling 4–1 to Colorado School of Mines during the RMAC Quarterfinal at Stermole Soccer Stadium.
Grizzlies Outlast Cougars in Five-Set Thriller
Lakewood, Colo. – Adams State volleyball battled through a marathon five-set match on Saturday afternoon, earning a gritty 3–2 victory (20–25, 28–26, 25–16, 19–25, 15–9) over Colorado Christian inside the CCU Event Center.
Adams State Sweeps South Central Regional Championships, Tristan Spence Wins Individual Title
Pueblo, Colo. – The Adams State cross country teams continued their dominance at the NCAA Division II South Central Regional Championships, sweeping both the men's and women's titles on Saturday. The women's team claimed the championship with an impressive 42 points, led by individual winner Tristan Spence, while the men's squad followed suit with 50 points to secure their spot atop the region.
Grizzlies Fall to Black Hills State in Final Home Game of the Season
The Grizzlies Continue Their Historic Season, Beating CSU Pueblo 2-0 in the First Round of Playoffs
ALAMOSA, Colorado — Hosting their first playoff match in program history, the Grizzlies used their home field advantage to take the first-round playoff win against CSU Pueblo. The Grizzlies won today's match 2-0 to advance to the quarterfinals of the RMAC Championship Tournament and improve their record to 9-7-3, as they continue to add to their program record win total.
Grizzlies Set to Host RMAC Women’s Soccer Championship First Round
Adams State Falls to Western New Mexico 3 sets to 1
ALAMOSA, Colorado — The Grizzlies fall to Western New Mexico three sets to one in tonight's home match. The Grizzlies' loss puts the Grizzlies at a record of 14-11 (8-4 RMAC) as the regular season comes to a close real soon. The Grizzlies have four more matches before the regular season ends and the playoffs begin.
General News
Cross Country Coach Damon Martin recovering following medical emergency
“Damon is a valued and respected member of the Adams State family.”
Fund alleviates financial stress for students
“Like many others, scholarships and other financial assistance I received as a student inspires me to give back, now that I am in a position to do so,” VP Rissler added.
September Educator Highlight Award
“I love middle school,” she said in receiving the Adams State award.
Educator Highlight Award for October 2025:
“My job is not to stand here and talk all hour and make them take notes. I want them to find out information and then tell me what they learned.”
October Employee Accomplishments
Minga Francisco has been recognized and appreciated regionally and statewide for her leadership and expertise, in identification and recruitment for migrant education.
“A Clown’s Guide to the 5 Stages of Grief” debuts October 22
“It was really cool seeing everyone’s ideas merge together into one thing.”
