International Student Making the Most of Every Minute
International Education Week celebrates the benefits of international education and exchange. Read about Indonesian student Michael Tan’s experience at FRCC.
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…
At 17, FRCC Alum Was CU’s Youngest Computer Science Grad
Brian knew he wanted to go into STEM as a kid in Indonesia. He didn’t know that he would go on to become CU Boulder’s youngest ever computer science grad.
Graduation Voices: Steve Yamiolkoski
Alumnus-turned-professor has learned to celebrate accomplishments without comparing himself to others. As we celebrate our graduates this spring, we hear many powerful stories about their experience—both in college and in life. More often than not, they’re stories of overcoming significant obstacles to reach their dreams. During our graduation ceremonies, we get to hear from some […]
An Unexpected Adventure in Innovation
Two FRCC students’ engineering project could help revolutionize how humans clean up oil spills. Read how they went from a class project to winning awards.
Lasering in on Her Path: Optics Technology Grad Lands Dream Job
This FRCC alum started nursing school but decided that wasn’t the right path. But she liked hands-on work… and discovered a fast track to her new career.
Prestigious Boettcher Awards Go to FRCC Concurrent Enrollment Students—and Their Professor
Nearly 1,700 high school seniors applied for Colorado’s prestigious Boettcher Foundation Scholarship. Turns out two of this year’s recipients are FRCC students.
Celebrating Women’s History at FRCC
As we honor women’s history, it’s important to look at our past—as well as the future. So we spent some time researching the achievements of these pioneers.