At the University of Colorado Colorado Springs, student Jean Cook has found purpose through theater, music and collaboration, using the performing arts to foster resilience, healing and community. In this video, see how Cook is using performance, service and community to inspire others.
The CU Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) program recently hosted commissioning ceremonies to officially appoint 53 CU ROTC cadets and midshipmen as military officers. The ceremonies celebrated years of academic coursework, intensive military training, leadership growth and personal dedication as graduates swore the oath of office and launched careers in the armed forces. CU is the only university in Colorado to host ROTC programs representing the U.S. Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force and Space Force, continuing a longstanding tradition of preparing future military leaders through higher education and service.
Through the Cyber Range creation project, supported by a CU Next Award from the CU system, UCCS and CU Denver are helping prepare the next generation of cybersecurity professionals through immersive, hands-on learning experiences. See video to learn how students and faculty are using the Cyber Range to tackle real-world cybersecurity challenges and prepare for careers protecting critical systems and infrastructure.
UPDATE: As of May 2026, the go-live date referenced here is postponed to Feb. 28, 2027. University of Colorado nonexempt (federal overtime eligible) employees will transition from a monthly to a biweekly pay schedule later this year. The change, scheduled for Sept. 27, supports continued improvements in payroll accuracy, consistency and timeliness as part of CU’s broader Time and Labor project.
