In honor of National Armed Forces Day (May 18) and Memorial Day (May 27), please join FRCC in celebrating the commitment and sacrifices of the men and women in the five branches of the U.S. Military. We honor our fallen soldiers—and have enduring respect for veterans and those currently serving in the Army, Navy, Marines, […]
Longmont, Colo. – The National Science Foundation has awarded Front Range Community College a grant for close to half a million dollars for the creation of a new manufacturing program. This Advanced Technological Education grant comes as the nationwide manufacturing industry is struggling to address a shortage of skilled technicians. In northern Colorado, advanced manufacturing […]
At FRCC, our faculty and instructors offer rigorous, challenging coursework. But how they deliver and share course content also matters. The college aims to get students engaged in active, collaborative learning—this is how we strive to teach in all areas. One important step toward this goal has been developing an Active Learning Institute for our […]
Front Range Community College is hosting an art exhibition featuring the work of our multimedia graphic design (MGD) students. The show is entitled Synergy, and will run from April 22 through May 9 in the Visual Arts Gallery at FRCC’s Westminster Campus. It features pieces created by FRCC’s MGD students from the college’s Boulder County […]
In recent years, higher education has undergone a significant transformation. A large number of small liberal arts colleges have closed. Undergraduate majors have become more STEM-focused and aimed toward employment. The popular myth of the liberal arts, especially in the humanities and art, is one of an elitist and impractical pursuit that creates unemployable young […]
Summer is my favorite time of year in Colorado. There’s always so much more to when the days are longer and the warm weather draws me outside. Summer can also be great opportunity to take an additional class or two. This is particularly important if you need to catch up on a few classes from […]
March is Women’s History Month, a national celebration of women’s contributions to history, culture, and society. It’s an important reminder to honor the great women in your life and an opportunity to learn a little about some of the notable female figures in American History. How It Started On March 8, 1857, women working in […]
Most college students know that going to class and studying are essential for earning good grades and getting the most out of college. But exactly how should you study? Hint: Ditch the highlighters and embrace methods that are proven to guide students toward academic success. Here are five study tips that will help you master […]
