Triumph Over Trauma Leads FRCC Grad to CU Boulder’s Engineering School
Graduate Melissa Chavez has overcome great challenges to attain her dream of becoming an engineer. Here is Melissa’s inspiring story, in her own words…
Army Veteran, Metallica Scholar Sets Her Sights on IT Networking Career
When Angelica Garcia returned to the US after seven years in the Army, she knew what career she wanted to pursue. Read how FRCC is helping her reach her future.
Celebrating Five Years of FRCC’s Center for Integrated Manufacturing!
FRCC is hosting a celebration of the five-year anniversary of the college’s Center for Integrated Manufacturing—and you’re invited!
The Journey From Struggling Student to “Rock Star”
When Hector Vargas started college, he didn’t know what he wanted to do career-wise. But he felt confident FRCC was a good place to build a strong foundation.
Former Marine Finds Support, Community in FRCC’s TRIO Program
After serving in the US Marine Corps, Robert Hajnos was ready to go to college. As a first-generation student, he found support in FRCC’s TRIO program.
Student Finds Sense of Home While Studying Effects of Natural Acid Rock Drainage on Forest
Nick hadn’t found a place to call home until he came to Fort Collins to study forestry at FRCC. A research internship gave him a strong start on a STEM career.
Finding His Spark: From Nurse to Fire Chief
When Manuel Almaguer finished high school, he didn’t feel ready for college. Read how his FRCC journey led to a career as a nurse and eventually fire chief.
Workforce Development: Focusing on Apprenticeships
Apprenticeships are an effective tool that Colorado businesses can use to help their organization get qualified employees into their hard-to-fill jobs.