Celebrating Pride at FRCC: Showing Up, Supporting

At FRCC, Pride is both a month-long observance and a reflection of the values that our students, faculty and staff bring to campus throughout the year.

At FRCC, Pride is both a month-long observance and a reflection of the values that our students, faculty and staff bring to campus throughout the year.

Nursing graduate Vanessa Gonzales learned how to be successful in college—despite having narcolepsy—by advocating for herself and learning to ask for help.

Graduate Alyssa Andrade has overcome great challenges to pursue her dream of becoming a flight nurse—in the process becoming the example she once needed.

The student describes the milestone as a “really big deal,” marking the culmination of a journey that began in Guatemala.

FRCC will host two commencement ceremonies to honor its 2026 graduating class—awarding more than 5,000 degrees and certificates to almost 3,800 students.

This year, a mother and her child will cross the stage together—each earning their degree, and each carrying a story shaped by commitment.

The Colorado Department of Higher Education has designated FRCC as a First Generation-Serving Campus for the second year in a row.

Chris Sharp is graduating in May with an Associate of Arts degree in psychology, a path that reflects both personal growth and a clear vision for the future.