http://www.ccu.edu/rss.aspxhttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2011/Women_s_Soccer_Earns_Banner_at_2011_NCCAA_Regionals/ <p> Women's Soccer Earns Banner at 2011 NCCAA Regionals This year, Colorado Christian University was proud to send the Cougar women's soccer team to Kissimmee, Florida for the NCCAA National Women's Soccer Championships. The team was seeded #8 in the National Championship Tournament, and immediately took on the #1</p> Chris FranzFri, 03 Aug 2012 22:37:35 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2008/Walt_Disney_Company_Announces_CCU_Alum_as_Finalist_for_Prestigious_Ambassadorship/ <p> Walt Disney Company Announces CCU Alum as Finalist for Prestigious Ambassadorship Representatives from the Walt Disney Company have spent several months searching for a select few Disney employees to assume the time-honored role of Walt Disney World Ambassador. It was announced this month that six finalists a</p> Vannessa JacksonWed, 17 Oct 2012 20:23:15 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2009/University_of_Oxford_s_Dr__Daniel_Robinson_Visits_Colorado_Christian_University/ <p> University of Oxford's Dr. Daniel Robinson Visits Colorado Christian University Dr. Daniel Robinson will be at Colorado Christian University tomorrow for a presentation to faculty, staff, and friends. His topic, "Natural Law and the Founders' Conception of Natural Rights," is part of an ongoing workshop series</p> Chris FranzSun, 23 Sep 2012 23:25:54 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2010/Trinity_Broadcasting_Network_s_Morning_Show_Features_CCU_Faculty_and_Staff/ <p> Trinity Broadcasting Network's "Joy in Our Town" Features CCU Faculty and Staff This December, Trinity Broadcasting Network, America's most watched faith channel, will air several episodes of its public-affairs morning show "Joy in Our Town" featuring faculty and staff of Colorado Christian University. Drs. Ba</p> Chris FranzMon, 06 Aug 2012 22:40:07 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2006/The_Fray_and_Meese_Play_Red_Rocks_Amphitheater/ <p> The Fray and Meese Play Red Rocks Amphitheater The Denver music scene hype surrounding local indie quintet, Meese, is legit and poised to explode on a national scale. Led by 2005 Colorado Christian University (CCU) graduate Patrick Meese and brother Nathan Meese, the group played for a crowd of over 10,000 o</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 18:37:23 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2007/Terry_Considine_Elected_to_Colorado_Christian_University_Board/ <p> Terry Considine Elected to Colorado Christian University Board Colorado businessman Terry Considine has been elected to the Board of Trustees of Colorado Christian University, it was announced today by William J. White, Chairman of the Board. Considine has been active in business and community matters s</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 18:51:08 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2008/Tango_CEO_and_National_Wrestling_Hall_of_Famer_to_Speak_at_2008_Jefferson_County_Prayer_Breakfast/ <p> Tango CEO and National Wrestling Hall of Famer to Speak at 2008 Jefferson County Prayer Breakfast Colorado Christian University invites the Denver-area business community to attend the annual Jefferson County Prayer Breakfast on Wednesday, November 12, 2008, from 6:45-8:15 a.m. at the Belmar Event Center in La</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 19:03:20 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2009/Symposium_Debaters_Face_Off_on_Global_Warming/ <p> Symposium Debaters Face Off on Global Warming Global warming got dosed with extra kilowatts of heat and light when a national-policy analyst and an atmospheric scientist faced off this week in a debate sponsored by the Centennial Institute (www.CentennialCCU.org), the think tank based at Colorado Christian Un</p> Chris FranzSun, 23 Sep 2012 23:32:32 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2009/Symposium_Addresses_Faith,_Family,_and_Freedom/ <p> Symposium Addresses Faith, Family, and Freedom Colorado Christian University broke from its classroom routine in October for a symposium on "Faith, Family, and Freedom," the core values that shape CCU but are in fragile shape in mainstream America. During the two-day event, nationally known experts on civil l</p> Chris FranzSun, 23 Sep 2012 23:28:09 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2006/Sudanese_Refugee_Graduates_from_CCU/ <p> Sudanese Refugee Graduates from CCU They came to America as political refugees after fleeing from their war-torn country. Originally labeled the Lost Boys of Sudan, these young men overcame months of wandering in the desert, swimming across crocodile-infested waters, and fearing the wild beasts of the African</p> Vannessa JacksonWed, 17 Oct 2012 20:56:23 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2010/Students_Rally_Around_Haiti_Victims,_Eyes_Set_on_Spring_Trip/ <p> Students Rally Around Haiti Victims, Eyes Set on Spring Trip Students Rally Around Haiti Victims, Eyes Set on Spring Trip Before the debris had settled, broadcasters were streaming images of Haiti's devastating earthquake around the globe, the glow of news update after update displayed across billions of blank </p> Chris FranzMon, 06 Aug 2012 22:54:47 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2006/Strong_Representation_for_CCU_at_the_2006_National_Youth_Workers_Convention/ <p> Strong Representation for CCU at the 2006 National Youth Workers Convention Colorado Christian University was heavily involved at this year's National Youth Workers Convention in Austin, Texas. Hosted by Youth Specialties, this five-day event was designed to provide training in the growing field of youth mini</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 18:36:59 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2010/Stop_Plan_to_Put_Colleges_Under_Political_Supervision/ <p> Stop Plan to Put Colleges Under Political Supervision Bill Armstrong and Hank Brown, Guest Editorial in The Denver Post Should the nation's colleges and universities be subjugated by federal and state government? That's what is going to happen if the U.S. Department of Education goes ahead with its proposa</p> Chris FranzFri, 14 Sep 2012 20:00:27 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/news/wbasketballCOLegislature/ <p> State Legislature Honors CCU Basketball As special guests of State Representative Andy Kerr, the Colorado Christian University national champion women's basketball team was honored by House Joint Resolution 1018, celebrating Colorado girls and women in sports. The resolution coincides with the Women's Final Fo</p> Chris FranzTue, 30 Apr 2013 21:12:01 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/news/mediafairness2012/ <p> Sorting Out Media, Politics, and Citizenship Students at Colorado Christian University were able to question prominent journalists, bloggers, and columnists as part of a March 2 conference on "Media Fairness and the 2012 Campaign." Centennial Institute, CCU's think tank, invited locally and nationally-known lu</p> Chris FranzTue, 30 Apr 2013 21:11:14 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2010/Sons_of_Sudan_Update/ <p> Sons of Sudan Update Thanks to the prayers and generosity of many, God richly blessed CCU's Sons of Sudan project. The financial support of many faithful donors has made possible an extraordinary success story which has transformed the lives of the "lost boys" and will have an extraordinary impact on the futur</p> Chris FranzMon, 06 Aug 2012 22:49:56 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2009/Senator_John_Andrews_to_Lead_CCU_s_Centennial_Institute/ <p> Senator John Andrews to Lead CCU's Centennial Institute Former Colorado Senate President John Andrews has been appointed as director of The Centennial Institute, a new think tank being created by Colorado Christian University, CCU President Bill Armstrong announced this month. The new entity will work t</p> Chris FranzSun, 23 Sep 2012 00:17:47 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2011/Selling_Hollywood_and_Changing_the_World/ <p> Selling Hollywood and Changing the World Imagine the next movie poster you pass doesn't have smiling movie stars but a young woman with disheveled hair. There is dirt on her face and her clothes are unkempt, worn, and stained. She is attractive, but only upon a second look. Next to her stands an apparently wea</p> Chris FranzMon, 06 Aug 2012 20:48:16 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2007/Record_Enrollment_Harvests_New_Successes_for_CCU_Athletics/ <p> Record Enrollment Harvests New Successes for CCU Athletics Colorado Christian University (CCU) is entering a new era of growth. Record-breaking enrollment for the 2006-2007 academic year has produced the highest number of student athletes in CCU history, bringing with it large-scale improvements to the univer</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 18:50:10 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2011/Recap_of_the_2011_CCU_Symposium/ <p> Recap of the 2011 CCU Symposium The 2011 Compassion for the Poor Symposium, which spanned October 11th and 12th, featured leading activists, scholars, advisors, and executives who have dedicated their lives to solving the complicated issues surrounding poverty. For thirty hours, students, staff, faculty, and f</p> Chris FranzThu, 13 Sep 2012 23:08:01 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2006/Prominent_Artist_Donates_Ten_Paintings_to_Colorado_Christian_University/ <p> Prominent Artist Donates Ten Paintings to Colorado Christian University Renowned painter Willa Lewis has donated ten of her original works to Colorado Christian University (CCU). The paintings -- some bold and vivid, others soft and of a more ethereal quality -- are now hanging throughout the university's mai</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 18:36:32 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2011/Press_and_Public_Converge_at_CCU_to_Hear_from_Sarah_Palin/ <p> Press and Public Converge at CCU to Hear from Sarah Palin Less than 24 hours after the world learned of Osama bin Laden's death, nearly every major media outlet in Colorado, and an estimated crowd of 1,300, flocked to Colorado Christian University's campus to find out what Sarah Palin had to say about it. The</p> Chris FranzFri, 03 Aug 2012 22:34:48 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2011/Presidential_Hopefuls_Headline_2011_Western_Conservative_Summit/ <p> Presidential Hopefuls Headline 2011 Western Conservative Summit From July 29-31, the 2011 Western Conservative Summit drew more than 1,000 participants at the Denver Marriott City Center in downtown Denver. Presented by the Centennial Institute, a public policy think tank affiliated with Colorado Christian Uni</p> Chris FranzMon, 06 Aug 2012 23:03:42 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2009/President_s_Circle_Celebrates_Year,_Looks_Ahead/ <p> President's Circle Celebrates Year, Looks Ahead Nearly 300 of Colorado Christian University's donors, friends, and their guests gathered at the CCU Event Center on Friday, September 18, for the 2009 President's Circle Dinner. Held annually, the event celebrates God's provision and acknowledges the unique role</p> Chris FranzSun, 23 Sep 2012 23:40:15 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2010/Political_Oversight_of_Private_Colleges_Called_Unacceptable/ <p> Political Oversight of Private Colleges Called Unacceptable Should private colleges and universities be subjected to adversarial oversight by politicians in 50 state capitals? That's the question posed by federal regulations set to take effect on November 1, unless congressional objections slow down the timeta</p> Chris FranzFri, 14 Sep 2012 19:59:51 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2011/Outbreak_Conference_in_Denver_Draws_Leaders_from_200_Churches_Nationwide/ <p> Outbreak Conference in Denver Draws Leaders from 200 Churches Nationwide At the heart of Christian faith is Jesus Christ's command to share it as widely as possible, and not just by pastors. Yet only 5 percent of American Christians engage in any form of evangelism, and 50 percent of churches don't see a sing</p> Chris FranzFri, 03 Aug 2012 22:34:09 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2011/Novus_Biologicals_Senior_Scientist_Joins_CCU/ <p> Novus Biologicals Senior Scientist Joins CCU Colorado Christian University has announced the hiring of Mark A. Parker, Ph.D., as an associate professor of biology in the University's School of Humanities and Sciences . Dr. Parker comes to CCU after having led since 2006 as a senior scientist and head of produ</p> Chris FranzThu, 13 Sep 2012 23:07:05 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2011/Northern_Arapaho_Tribe__A_CCU_Thanksgiving_Tradition/ <p> A CCU Thanksgiving Tradition For three days during the University's Thanksgiving Break, Colorado Christian University will be sending a team of 16 students to an Indian reservation in Wyoming. The team will minister to the Northern Arapaho Tribe on the Wind River Reservation, sharing a Thanksgiving meal with r</p> Chris FranzMon, 08 Oct 2012 23:09:19 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2011/Ninth_Annual_VALS_Conference_Addresses_the_Heart_of_America_s_Crises__Ethics/ <p> Ninth Annual VALS Conference Addresses the Heart of America's Crises: Ethics April 15, 2011 -- In this culture, renowned author and commentator Chuck Colson asserts, the real crisis is not financial -- it is ethical. On Thursday, April 7, the ninth annual Values-Aligned Leadership Summit (VALS), hosted by CCU</p> Chris FranzTue, 30 Apr 2013 18:42:02 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2011/News_in_the_21st_Century/ <p> News in the 21st Century "Have the media failed America?" That was the question at an all-day conference in Colorado Christian University's Beckman Center on December 2. Media experts gathered to discuss the changing face of news and journalism's role in a free society. It was part of a project called News in </p> Chris FranzFri, 03 Aug 2012 22:31:07 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2007/New_Nursing_Program_in_Western_Colorado_Combines_Faith_with_Physical_Care/ <p> New Nursing Program in Western Colorado Combines Faith with Physical Care In a bold move to establish a clear link between nursing care and faith integration, Colorado Christian University's College of Adult and Graduate Studies (CAGS) has formally announced the start of its new nursing program in Western Col</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 18:49:46 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2010/New_Changes_on_the_Horizon_for_CCU_Business_Students/ <p> New Changes on the Horizon for CCU Business Students Visitors to Disneyland this April may have seen Dr. Gary Ewen, the newly named dean of Colorado Christian University's School of Business and Leadership, wandering the theme park, handing out ride passes, and wearing Mickey Mouse ears. What was Ewen thinki</p> Chris FranzMon, 06 Aug 2012 21:59:32 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2007/New_CCU_Graduates_Commissioned_as_Officers_in_U_S__Army/ <p> New CCU Graduates Commissioned as Officers in U.S. Army Graduation ceremonies for the 2006-2007 academic year at Colorado Christian University took place on Saturday, May 5, 2007, at Cherry Hills Community Church. At a private service following the event, Audra Bunney (B.S. '07, General Science) and Nikolaus </p> Vannessa JacksonWed, 17 Oct 2012 20:40:11 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2006/New_CCU_Graduate_Certificate_Programs_to_Support_Online_and_Corporate_Education/ <p> New CCU Graduate Certificate Programs to Support Online and Corporate Education Colorado Christian University (CCU) will introduce three new graduate-level certificates this school year in conjunction with its Master of Arts in Curriculum and Instruction (MACI) program. Designed with the working professional </p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 18:36:11 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2008/National_Taxpayers_Union_President_Duane_Parde_Speaks_at_CCU/ <p> National Taxpayers Union President Duane Parde Speaks at CCU On Thursday, October 2, 2008, from 8:00-9:00 a.m. in Colorado Christian University's Beckman Center, Room 210, National Taxpayers Union President Duane Parde will speak on the topic of "Federal Taxes, Government Spending, and Government Account</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 19:02:22 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/news/ACTAtopcolleges2012/ <p> National Study Ranks Colorado Christian University in Top 2% of Colleges Nationwide Colorado Christian University learned today its College of Undergraduate Studies has been ranked in the top two percent of colleges nationwide by the American Council of Trustees and Alumni (ACTA). The ACTA’s fourth edition </p> Chris FranzTue, 30 Apr 2013 21:10:45 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2010/National_Merit_Finalist_and_Standout_Athlete_Enrolls_at_CCU/ <p> National Merit Finalist and Standout Athlete Enrolls at CCU Her charming grin and mild manner seem befitting to a homeschooler from suburban Oklahoma. Yet she's also a steely competitor, the youngest in a line of high-school and college sports standouts that include her grandparents, parents, and four older br</p> Chris FranzThu, 13 Sep 2012 22:52:51 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2006/National_Leadership_Honors_Presented_to_Colorado_Christian_University/ <p> National Leadership Honors Presented to Colorado Christian University Colorado Christian University (CCU) was recently presented the Circle of Distinction Award from national leadership honor society Omicron Delta Kappa. The commendation recognized CCU for exemplary achievement in the areas of scholarshi</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 18:35:46 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2009/National_Economist_Says_Cure_for_Ailing_Economy_is_Character/ <p> National Economist Says Cure for Ailing Economy is "Character" Lawrence Reed has spent his life as an economist, but he doesn't look to the Dow or to fiscal policies to fix America. Ultimately, only character will cure the country. "If we allow character to erode, we will not be the type of people who will t</p> Chris FranzSun, 23 Sep 2012 00:00:27 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2010/Nation_s_Top_Conservatives_Urge_Fight_to_Restore_America_s_Freedoms/ <p> Nation's Top Conservatives Urge Fight to Restore America's Freedoms Colorado Christian University made history last weekend by packing the Western Conservative Summit's speakers list with some of the nation's most influential conservative voices, opening the doors to an audience that was double what was expect</p> Chris FranzFri, 14 Sep 2012 20:20:27 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2008/Michael_Novak_Speaks_at_Colorado_Christian_University/ <p> Michael Novak Speaks at Colorado Christian University Celebrated theologian, author, and former U.S. ambassador Michael Novak will speak at Colorado Christian University on Friday, November 7, 2008. One of America's leading experts on how religion informs free-market economics, Novak's lecture will provide a p</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 19:01:04 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2009/Meese_Releases_Full-Length,_Debut_Album_Nationwide_on_Atlantic_Records/ <p> Meese Releases Full-Length, Debut Album Nationwide on Atlantic Records The music industry has been abuzz with news following the release of Broadcast , the full-length, debut album by CCU alumnus Patrick Meese and his self-titled band. Distributed by Atlantic Records, the album features catchy, pop-base</p> Chris FranzSun, 23 Sep 2012 23:47:57 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2005/Leadership_for_the_Future/ <p> Leadership for the Future Colorado Christian University held its third annual Values-Aligned Leadership Summit (VALS) on March 30 at the Hyatt Regency in the Denver Tech Center. More than 90 undergraduate and graduate students at CCU were joined by nearly 90 senior-level business executives and CCU faculty an</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 19:20:04 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2008/Lawrence_W__Reed_to_Speak_at_CCU/ <p> Lawrence W. Reed to Speak at CCU The current American financial crisis, a government bailout in the works, talk of regulation and deregulation, and general unease regarding the nation's economic future have politicians and pundits alike questioning a repeat of the Great Depression. In his essay entitled "Grea</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 18:59:55 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2009/Klingensmith_Captures_First_Place_at_NCCAA_Nationals/ <p> Klingensmith Captures First Place at NCCAA Nationals Jon Klingensmith, a junior standout on the CCU men's golf team, turned in one of the best performances of his collegiate career, capturing an impressive first-place finish at the NCCAA National Tournament, and leading the CCU men to third overall among a fie</p> Chris FranzSun, 23 Sep 2012 23:36:39 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2009/Jerry_Jenkins_Shares_Lessons_Learned_from_Billy_Graham/ <p> Jerry Jenkins Shares Lessons Learned from Billy Graham Lessons from the nation's best-known preacher were shared by one of the nation's best-selling authors at the second annual Jefferson County Prayer Breakfast on October 7. The preacher is Billy Graham, long considered one of the most influential men of the</p> Chris FranzSun, 23 Sep 2012 23:38:13 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/news/zebulonpike2012/ <p> Jeff Coors Honored with Zebulon Pike leadership Award Centennial Institute honored Colorado businessman and philanthropist Jeffrey H. Coors with its annual accolade for contributions by a conservative, the Zebulon Pike Award for Colorado Leadership in Fidelity to Jeffersonian Principles, Tuesday evening at a </p> Chris FranzTue, 30 Apr 2013 21:09:31 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2009/Jay_Richards_to_Defend_Capitalism_at_CCU_Symposium/ <p> Jay Richards to Defend Capitalism at CCU Symposium Are you concerned about poverty in the Third World and want to do something about it? Try capitalism. Often seen as synonymous with oppression and greed, and slammed in rabble-rouser Michael Moore's latest film, capitalism has actually allowed more American</p> Chris FranzSun, 23 Sep 2012 23:34:40 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2009/IBM_Sends_CCU_Alum_to_China_to_Serve_Region_Leveled_by_2008_Earthquakes/ <p> IBM Sends CCU Alum to China to Serve Region Leveled by 2008 Earthquakes Jordan Olivero, 26, an IBM managing consultant based in Virginia, has been chosen from a pool of 5,600 applicants to participate in IBM's Corporate Service Corps program. A 2005 Colorado Christian University graduate, he is now on a four-</p> Chris FranzSun, 23 Sep 2012 23:57:28 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/news/hughhewittbroadcast2013/ <p> Hugh Hewitt Broadcasts from CCU's Campus Conservative radio host Hugh Hewitt recently gave his over two million listeners an inside look at Colorado Christian University by broadcasting his daily radio show from the Beckman Center on campus. On April 8, Hewitt interviewed key figures within the school, along </p> Chris FranzTue, 30 Apr 2013 20:36:26 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2009/How_I_Became_a_Counselor/ <p> How I Became a Counselor The Columbine High School shootings happened in April 1999. Three miles from my home. Forty-nine teens from my church were in the school that day, and one of them lost her life. Her parents are friends of mine. On a September morning a few years later, as I walked to the swimmin</p> Chris FranzSun, 23 Sep 2012 00:02:09 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2007/Honorary_Fellowship__CCU_s_Dr__Watson_Lectures_Grad_Students_at_England_s_Oxford_Brookes_University/ <p> Honorary Fellowship: CCU's Dr. Watson Lectures Grad Students at England's Oxford Brookes University Colorado Christian University Professor of History Dr. William Watson is currently in Oxford, England, spending a month lecturing at Oxford Brookes University as a visiting fellow with the school's Institute fo</p> Vannessa JacksonWed, 17 Oct 2012 20:39:51 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2010/High_Standards_for_Business_Students_Begin_with_Mouse_Ears/ <p> High Standards for Business Students Begin with Mouse Ears Visitors to Disneyland in April 2010 may have seen Dr. Gary Ewen, Dean of CCU's School of Business and Leadership, crowned with a set of Mickey Mouse ears and handing out ride passes. Was he off his rocker? Far from it. The longtime professor of manag</p> Chris FranzFri, 03 Aug 2012 22:58:11 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2005/High_Percentage_of_CCU_Students_Study_Abroad/ <p> High Percentage of CCU Students Study Abroad CCU encourages students to study abroad so they can gain a cultural perspective and see what God is doing around the world. The University is committed to helping students find study abroad programs and opportunities that can enhance their education and impact</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 19:30:36 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2007/Harvard_Press,_PBS,_and_NPR_Feature_Stellar_Biographical_Work_by_CCU_Alum/ <p> Harvard Press, PBS, and NPR Feature Stellar Biographical Work by CCU Alum Colorado Christian University alum Dr. Matthew Avery Sutton will appear on television screens nationwide on April 2, 2007, during a one hour documentary film entitled "Sister Aimee." Part of PBS's American Experience series, the film is</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 18:49:25 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2009/Global_Warming__Is_the_Kyoto_Agenda_Warranted_/ <p> "Global Warming: Is the Kyoto Agenda Warranted?" This April, the public is invited to hear Dr. James White and Christopher Horner discuss opposing views on the global climate debate, specifically in regard to the Kyoto Protocol. Sponsored by the Centennial Institute of Colorado Christian University, the </p> Chris FranzSun, 23 Sep 2012 00:12:51 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2010/Freshmen_Enrollment_Up_20_Percent_at_CCU/ <p> Freshmen Enrollment Up 20 Percent at CCU Amid the nation's improving yet still slumped financial crisis -- the weight of which has been felt at numerous colleges and universities -- Colorado Christian University is poised for another year of record growth. In 2009, CCU's College of Undergraduate Studies had i</p> Chris FranzFri, 03 Aug 2012 22:57:30 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2010/First_RN-BSN_Graduates_Return_from_Costa_Rica/ <p> First RN-BSN Graduates Return from Costa Rica In April 2010, the first four students to complete the online RN-BSN degree program had the opportunity to meet in San Jose, Costa Rica as part of their capstone experience course. Although students have been enrolled in online nursing courses since January of 2009</p> Chris FranzMon, 06 Aug 2012 22:28:20 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2010/Faith_and_Determination_Guide_CCU_Grad_Past_Injuries/ <p> Faith and Determination Guide CCU Grad Past Injuries Bill Inman wheels deliberately into the room and I follow him. As I grab for the first seat that crosses my path, he immediately gestures toward another, straight in line with his right eye. Head cocked, understanding my questioning pause, he tells me that h</p> Chris FranzThu, 13 Sep 2012 22:51:32 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2009/Experts_Debate_Responsibility_vs__First_Do_No_Harm/ <p> Experts Debate "Responsibility" vs. "First Do No Harm" July 2009 -- On April 8, 2009, climatologist James White (INSTAAR, University of Colorado-Boulder) debated author and attorney Christopher Horner (Competitive Enterprise Institute, Washington, D.C.) on policy responses to global warming. The topic -- "Is </p> Chris FranzSun, 23 Sep 2012 23:46:41 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2008/Dr__Sid_Buzzell_Appointed_CCU_Dean_of_Theology/ <p> Dr. Sid Buzzell Appointed CCU Dean of Theology Colorado Christian University Professor of Biblical Exposition Dr. Sid Buzzell has been appointed dean of the University's School of Theology, as was announced yesterday by Vice President for Academic Affairs Dr. Cherri Parks. Buzzell has served as interim d</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 18:59:01 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/news/dallmanretirement/ <p> Dr. Sara Dallman to retire as Dean of the School of Education Colorado Christian University has announced the retirement of School of Education Dean Sara E. Dallman, Ph.D., who has held this leadership position since 2001. Dr. Dallman has built up the School of Education through innovative changes in state ac</p> Chris FranzThu, 23 May 2013 19:21:15 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/news/newfacultyyohn/ <p> Dr. Rick Yohn Joins CCU as Dean of Biblical Studies and Theology Colorado Christian University announces the appointment of Dr. Rick Yohn as Dean of Biblical Studies and Theology in the College of Adult and Graduate Studies. Dr. Yohn will oversee the undergraduate biblical studies certificate and degree progra</p> Chris FranzWed, 01 May 2013 16:50:11 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2007/Dr__Mellani_Day_Joins_CCU_to_Head_Newly-Revised_MBA_Program/ <p> Dr. Mellani Day Joins CCU to Head Newly-Revised MBA Program May 10, 2007 -- In preparation for aggressive growth in the area of graduate education, Colorado Christian University has hired Dr. Mellani Day as Assistant Dean of Business and Technology for its College of Adult and Graduate Studies (CAGS). Day beg</p> Chris FranzTue, 12 Feb 2013 01:01:52 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2004/Dr__Larry_Crabb_Addresses_the_CCU_Community_in_Chapel/ <p> Dr. Larry Crabb Addresses the CCU Community in Chapel Dr. Larry Crabb, Distinguished Scholar in Residence at Colorado Christian University, gave a two-part series on a passage in Revelation during chapel last Tuesday and Thursday. Dr. Crabb talked about the symbolism in the book of Revelation and focused speci</p> Lance OversoleTue, 23 Oct 2012 16:17:38 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2010/Dr__James_Dobson_s_Radio_Show_to_Feature_Interview_with_CCU_President_Bill_Armstrong/ <p> Dr. James Dobson's Radio Show to Feature Interview with CCU President Bill Armstrong Colorado Christian University President Bill Armstrong recently taped an interview with Dr. James Dobson for his popular Family Talk with Dr. James Dobson radio series. The interview, entitled "Looking Ahead to College," is sc</p> Chris FranzFri, 14 Sep 2012 19:59:13 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2010/Dr__Gary_Ewen_Named_as_New_Dean_of_CCU_School_of_Business_and_Leadership/ <p> Dr. Gary Ewen Named as New Dean of CCU School of Business and Leadership Colorado Christian University announced recently that Dr. Gary Ewen, Professor of Management and Leadership Studies, has been appointed as the new dean of its School of Business and Leadership . He will replace Dr. Chuck King, who has be</p> Chris FranzMon, 06 Aug 2012 22:15:54 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2007/Department_of_Education_Senior_Consultant_Joins_CCU/ <p> Department of Education Senior Consultant Joins CCU Former Colorado Department of Education (CDE) senior consultant Dr. Bushrod White recently joined Colorado Christian University as Director of Graduate Education and Licensing Programs for the school's College of Adult and Graduate Studies. White served at C</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 18:46:29 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2009/Denver_Post__GOP_Gubernatorial_Rivals_Outline_what_Colorado_Needs/ <p> Denver Post: GOP Gubernatorial Rivals Outline what Colorado Needs Republican Scott McInnis won't debate his GOP rivals for fear it will damage party unity, but Tuesday night the former congressman challenged Democratic Gov. Bill Ritter to a series of debates. "I'll meet him any time he wants," McInnis said </p> Chris FranzSun, 23 Sep 2012 23:24:20 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2009/Denver_Post__Colorado_GOP_Candidates_for_U_S__Senate_Get_some_Jabs_in/ <p> Denver Post: Colorado GOP candidates for U.S. Senate get some jabs in November 11, 2009 -- The four Republicans vying for a bid at the U.S. Senate spent Tuesday night's candidate forum thrashing Democrats for "out-of-control spending" and vowing to restore the Republican brand as fiscal conservatives. Topic</p> Chris FranzSun, 23 Sep 2012 23:21:52 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2008/Denver_Archbishop_Charles_J__Chaput_Challenges_CCU_Students/ <p> Denver Archbishop Charles J. Chaput Challenges CCU Students The campus chapel service at Colorado Christian University on Thursday, March 13, was anything but routine. Students, faculty, and visitors crowded into the CCU Event Center to hear Archbishop Charles J. Chaput challenge them to step up and make a di</p> Vannessa JacksonWed, 17 Oct 2012 20:21:08 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/news/pragerccudifference/ <p> Dennis Prager Discovers the CCU Difference Commentator and radio talk show host Dennis Prager recently interviewed students from Colorado Christian University on his daily radio show, and he was struck by the difference in CCU students compared to their counterparts at other universities. Broadcasting from KN</p> Lance OversoleWed, 15 May 2013 21:27:19 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2011/Cougar_Athletics_Costa_Rica_Report/ <p>Cougar Athletics Costa Rica Report After serving in the San Jose area of Costa Rica for ten days, Colorado Christian University's largest missions group to date returned to Colorado at the end of May with countless stories of ministry and growth. Working in partnership with Food for the Hungry and GoAll sports</p> Scott SchappertTue, 09 Oct 2012 21:02:22 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2009/Costas_Tsevas_Visits_CCU,_Discusses_Archeology_in_Ancient_Corinth/ <p> Costas Tsevas Visits CCU, Discusses "Archeology in Ancient Corinth" On Tuesday, November 3, 2009, at Colorado Christian University, Costas Tsevas will be addressing the topic of "Archeology in Ancient Corinth." His presentation will discuss archeological finds related to the biblical Book of Romans, Chapter 1</p> Chris FranzSun, 23 Sep 2012 23:29:30 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2011/Colorado_House_Proposes_Bill_Favoring_Equal_Funding_for_Private-School_Students/ <p> Colorado House Proposes Bill Favoring Equal Funding for Private-School Students By an 8-5 margin, yesterday the Colorado House Education Committee voted to end discrimination against private-school students in the state's Colorado Opportunity Funding (COF) program. Although not a final victory for these studen</p> Chris FranzFri, 14 Sep 2012 19:54:26 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/news/hannawayPhD/ <p> Colorado Christian University's Hannaway Earns Ph.D. Tamara Lynn Hannaway, associate professor of economics and public affairs at Colorado Christian University, has earned a doctor of philosophy in public affairs degree. Granted by one of the top schools in the nation, University of Colorado Denver's School of</p> Chris FranzTue, 30 Apr 2013 21:08:10 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2007/Colorado_Christian_University_Students_Turn_Heads_in_U_S__and_Overseas/ <p> Colorado Christian University Students Turn Heads in U.S. and Overseas Students from Colorado Christian University are gaining local and international notice for outstanding research and admission into competitive European graduate programs. Already this year, acceptance letters have been mailed to CCU Schoo</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 18:46:04 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2011/Colorado_Christian_University_Sets_Enrollment_Record/ <p> Colorado Christian University Sets Enrollment Record Colorado Christian University released their latest census report this week, and the school continues to grow despite a sluggish economy. For the 2011-2012 school year, 960 students are enrolled in the University's College of Undergraduate Studies, up from 9</p> Chris FranzMon, 08 Oct 2012 03:48:13 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2006/Colorado_Christian_University_Selected_as_HP_Technology_Grant_Recipient/ <p> Colorado Christian University Selected as HP Technology Grant Recipient The Hewlett-Packard Company (HP) announced this week that a grant proposal submitted by associate professor Gary Ewen and vice president Brian Bissell on behalf of Colorado Christian University (CCU) has been funded as part of the HP Tech</p> Vannessa JacksonWed, 17 Oct 2012 20:54:33 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2006/Colorado_Christian_University_Reports_Record_Enrollment/ <p> Colorado Christian University Reports Record Enrollment This fall Colorado Christian University welcomed the largest incoming class in its history to the College of Undergraduate Studies (CUS), President Bill Armstrong announced today. Exactly 400 new CUS students started classes in August, bringing the Unive</p> Vannessa JacksonWed, 17 Oct 2012 20:54:09 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2006/Colorado_Christian_University_Now_Offers_Undergraduate_Degree_Programs_at_Peterson_Air_Force_Base/ <p> Colorado Christian University Now Offers Undergraduate Degree Programs at Peterson Air Force Base Colorado Christian University began offering courses this month at Peterson Air Force Base in Colorado Springs, Colorado. This new program offers participants the flexibility of working on-site at Peterson toward</p> Vannessa JacksonWed, 17 Oct 2012 20:53:49 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2005/Colorado_Christian_University_Mounts_Legal_Challenge_to_Religious_Discrimination_in_Colorado_Student_Aid_Programs/ <p> Colorado Christian University Mounts Legal Challenge to Religious Discrimination in Colorado Student Aid Programs Colorado Christian University (CCU) filed a lawsuit in federal court on December 6, 2004 challenging Colorado's student aid programs that discriminate against religious schools and universities. O</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 19:11:09 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2005/Colorado_Christian_University_Launches_Global_Action_s_Buckets_of_Love_in_the_Denver_Metro_Area/ <p> Colorado Christian University Launches Global Action's "Buckets of Love" in the Denver Metro Area A disaster that gained international attention has left its mark on Colorado Christian University's campus and in the hearts of those who participated in a new-found relief effort. CCU students, faculty, and staff</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 19:14:48 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2005/Colorado_Christian_University_Introduces_School_of_Theology/ <p> Colorado Christian University Introduces School of Theology In response to the rising demand for theological training, Colorado Christian University will be introducing a School of Theology in the fall 2005 semester. The new school will merge the biblical studies, theology, and youth ministry areas of study in</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 19:17:14 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2005/Colorado_Christian_University_Honors_Military_Personnel_with_Special_Tuition_Rate/ <p> Colorado Christian University Honors Military Personnel with Special Tuition Rate Colorado Christian University's new tuition pricing for U.S. military personnel means no out-of-pocket tuition cost for active duty service members and a discount for their adult dependents. "The new pricing structure, effect</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 19:25:05 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2007/Colorado_Christian_University_Alumni_Heal_a_Himalayan_Community/ <p> Colorado Christian University Alumni Heal a Himalayan Community Each year, Colorado Christian University (CCU) organizes a series of student-led mission trips known cohesively as "CCU2theWorld" to communities around the globe. For nearly five years, CCU graduates Ryan and Amanda Phillips have led the annual t</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 18:45:40 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2006/Colorado_Business_Leaders_and_CCU_Students_Pursue_Higher_Standard_of_Leadership/ <p> Colorado Business Leaders and CCU Students Pursue Higher Standard of Leadership Colorado Christian University held its fourth annual Values-Aligned Leadership Summit (VALS) on April 20 at the Belmar Event Center in Lakewood, Colorado. With more than 100 undergraduate and graduate students from CCU as well as o</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 18:34:46 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2008/Cofounder_of_Campus_Crusade_for_Christ_Sends_Graduates_into_Life_on_a_Mission/ <p> Cofounder of Campus Crusade for Christ Sends Graduates into Life on a Mission New graduates received their degrees and a chartering for a life mission from guest speaker Dr. Vonette Bright on May 10, 2008, at the Colorado Christian University commencement ceremonies held at Cherry Hills Community Church in Hig</p> Vannessa JacksonWed, 17 Oct 2012 20:20:48 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2009/Chick-fil-A_President_Urges_Students_To_Take_Christian_Values_into_the_Workplace/ <p> Chick-fil-A President Urges Students To Take Christian Values into the Workplace Dan Cathy bounded onto the stage of the seventh annual Values-Aligned Leadership Summit (VALS), still exuding the energy he showed as a kid working in his dad's fledgling Atlanta restaurant before Chick-fil-A became nationally kn</p> Chris FranzSun, 23 Sep 2012 00:09:11 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2009/Centennial_Institute_Hosts_Eyewitness_to_Nazi_and_Communist_Tyrannies/ <p> Institute Hosts Eyewitness to Nazi and Communist Tyrannies Hilmar von Campe, author of "Defeating the Totalitarian Lie," lectured on the Colorado Christian University campus today as a guest of Centennial Institute director John Andrews. Forced into the Hitler Youth as a boy in Germany, von Campe was lat</p> Chris FranzTue, 25 Sep 2012 22:52:32 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2005/CCU2TheWorld_Ventures_into_Nicaragua,_Utah,_and_Scotland/ <p> CCU2TheWorld Ventures into Nicaragua, Utah, and Scotland Spring Break mission trips are an incomparable opportunity for CCU students to get outside their comfort zones to serve Christ. Those who chose to spend their spring break volunteering found themselves greatly blessed as they witnessed God working throug</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 19:20:46 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2011/CCU_s_World_Premiere_Production_of_Easter_Passion_Play_a_Resounding_Success/ <p> CCU's World Premiere Production of Easter Passion Play a Resounding Success April 2011 -- What do smelly fishermen, blazing zealots, and a despised tax collector have in common? The power to share the gospel! Last weekend, the world premiere production of C. McNair Wilson's play I, Witness set Colorado Chris</p> Chris FranzThu, 13 Sep 2012 23:05:03 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2005/CCU_s_Web_Site_Ranked_in_National_Study/ <p> CCU's Web Site Ranked in National Study Nearly one year after launching a new Web site, Colorado Christian University is making headlines with its powerful new online presence. The site features a completely new look and feel as well as customized software that enables prospective students to get personalized </p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 19:29:44 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/news/VALS2012wrapup/ <p> CCU's Values-Alighted Leadership Summit Connects Students with Local Professionals Over 300 CCU students gathered with local business professionals at the Denver Marriott South, examining important ethical and economic issues at the annual Values-Aligned Leadership Summit. With a theme of Red Tape: Ethical Fai</p> Chris FranzTue, 30 Apr 2013 21:07:38 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/news/5000students/ <p> Colorado Christian University Reaches 5,000 Students January 30 -- Following a few years of rapid growth, Colorado Christian University has seen its student population increase to over 5,000. Already the largest interdenominational school in the state of Colorado, CCU has continued to grow at a steady pace, i</p> Chris FranzThu, 23 May 2013 19:22:02 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2011/CCU_s_School_of_Music_Dean_Contributes_During_University_of_Denver_Concert/ <p> CCU's School of Music Dean Contributes During University of Denver Concert Baritone Steven Taylor, Dean of the Colorado Christian University School of Music, contributed his voice yesterday during an alumni concert at the University of Denver, it was announced by the Colorado Opera Network. Taylor is known to</p> Chris FranzThu, 13 Sep 2012 23:04:42 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2011/CCU_s_School_of_Business_and_Leadership_Hosts_Mock_Interview_Night/ <p> CCU's School of Business and Leadership Hosts Mock Interview Night Continuing to ramp up students for career success, CCU's School of Business and Leadership faculty recently hosted another installment in a series of on-campus training events, this time examining the interview processes and why hiring decision</p> Chris FranzMon, 06 Aug 2012 21:00:21 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/news/MullenNCAAinvitiation/ <p> CCU's Regan Mullen Races to Nationals Fresh off a personal best at the NCCAA (National Christian Collegiate Athletic Association) championships last weekend, Regan Mullen is poised for another record: she’ll become the first-ever Colorado Christian University runner at the NCAA Division II Championships in Jop</p> Chris FranzTue, 30 Apr 2013 21:06:52 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2005/CCU_s_Omicron_Delta_Kappa_Chapter_Receives_AwardCCU_s_Omicron_Delta_Kappa_Chapter_Receives_Award/ <p> CCU's Omicron Delta Kappa Chapter Receives Award Colorado Christian University's chapter of The Omicron Delta Kappa Society (ODK) was awarded the prestigious Circle of Distinction Award. Out of 305 ODK chapters in the nation, CCU was one of 30 to receive the honor for the 2004-2005 academic year. The Omicron</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 19:26:44 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2010/CCU_s_Nursing_Graduates_Boost_Health_Care_Profession_During_Nationwide_Shortage/ <p> CCU's Nursing Graduates Boost Health Care Profession During Nationwide Shortage On Thursday, March 4, Colorado Christian University will hold a pinning ceremony to honor the first graduates of its Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing program (RN-BSN). The ceremony will be held from 4:00-6:00 p.</p> Chris FranzThu, 14 Mar 2013 18:37:55 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2010/CCU_s_Nursing_Degree_Receives_National_Accreditation/ <p> CCU's Nursing Degree Receives National Accreditation Colorado Christian University (Lakewood, Colo.), a fully accredited, private university near Denver, announced today that the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) -- officially recognized by the U.S. secretary of education -- has granted a full </p> Chris FranzThu, 14 Mar 2013 18:36:41 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2010/CCU_s_Northern_Colorado_Center_Moves_to_Larger_Facility/ <p> CCU's Northern Colorado Center Moves to Larger Facility Colorado Christian University's Loveland Center has relocated to 3553 Clydesdale Parkway, Suite 300, Loveland, Colo., 80538. The new facility is one exit north of the University's former site along Interstate 25. Construction wrapped in late February, and</p> Chris FranzThu, 13 Sep 2012 22:48:57 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2010/CCU_s_New_Nursing_Program_Answer_to_25_Years_of_Prayer/ <p> CCU's New Nursing Program Answer to 25 Years of Prayer Colorado Christian University's trailblazing nursing program launching this fall has been three years in the planning -- and nearly 25 years in the praying. "That's what God laid on our hearts in the mid 1980s, to teach nursing at CCU as a ministry," says</p> Chris FranzMon, 06 Aug 2012 22:02:31 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2010/CCU_s_Neuhaus_Plays_in_Pre-NBA_Draft_Showcase/ <p> CCU's Neuhaus Plays in Pre-NBA Draft Showcase Last week Colorado Christian University senior Justin Neuhaus was a long shot from the University's suburban Denver campus, after accepting an invitation to play in the elite Portsmouth Invitational Tournament on April 7-10, 2010, in front of scouts from all 30 NBA</p> Chris FranzMon, 06 Aug 2012 22:11:19 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2011/CCU_s_Music_Accreditation_Makes_National_Cut/ <p> Colorado Christian University's Music Accreditation Makes National Cut This month officials at Colorado Christian University announced the renewal of the School of Music as a member of the National Association of Schools of Music. Of music schools across the nation that applied for renewal, CCU was among only </p> Chris FranzThu, 13 Sep 2012 23:03:55 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2009/CCU_s_Jordan_Olivero_Returns_from_IBM_Corporate_Service_Corps_in_China/ <p> CCU's Jordan Olivero Returns from IBM Corporate Service Corps in China August 2009 -- In April 2009, an international team of nine IBM employees traveled to Chengdu, a city of 11 million in China's Sichuan Province and the region hit hardest by deadly earthquakes in May 2008. As part of IBM's Corporate Servic</p> Chris FranzSun, 23 Sep 2012 23:44:48 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/news/AllAmericanRapoport/ <p> CCU's Hannah Rapoport Named All-American After leading the Colorado Christian University Cougars to the NCAA tournament in the inaugural season of softball at the school, Hannah Rapoport has been named a First Team All-American by the National Fastpitch Coaches Association. The first CCU athlete ever to </p> Chris FranzTue, 30 Apr 2013 21:05:29 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2007/CCU_s_Gary_Ewen_Earns_Doctorate_and_is_Named_Faculty_Member_of_the_Year/ <p> CCU's Gary Ewen Earns Doctorate and is Named Faculty Member of the Year Colorado Christian University associate professor Gary Ewen recently completed his Doctor of Strategic Leadership (DSL) degree from Regent University in Virginia. The accomplishment is a welcomed success for Ewen, whose role at CCU has be</p> Vannessa JacksonTue, 12 Feb 2013 00:53:28 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2007/CCU_s_Dr__Woody_Northcutt_Retires_and_the_University_Announces_Honorary_Scholarship_Fund/ <p> CCU's Dr. Woody Northcutt Retires and the University Announces Honorary Scholarship Fund At a dinner ceremony held in his honor, retiring theology professor Dr. Woodrow "Woody" Northcutt was recently granted the title of Emeritus Professor of Theology. The event took place on April 21, 2007, at the University'</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 18:45:15 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2007/CCU_s_Dr__William_Mesa_Promoted_to_Associate_Professor_of_Accounting_and_Management/ <p> CCU's Dr. William Mesa Promoted to Associate Professor of Accounting and Management In an effort to further strengthen its School of Business and Leadership, Colorado Christian University has announced the promotion of Dr. William B. Mesa to the position of Associate Professor of Accounting and Management. Th</p> Vannessa JacksonWed, 17 Oct 2012 20:36:17 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2010/CCU_s_Dr__Mellani_Day_Co-Edits_Neuroeconomics_and_the_Firm/ <p> CCU's Dr. Mellani Day Co-Edits "Neuroeconomics and the Firm" While the concept of the ideal firm has been studied over several centuries, little is known about what makes one successful while another fails. In "Neuroeconomics and the Firm," co-edited by Dr. Mellani Day of Colorado Christian University, Angela </p> Chris FranzThu, 13 Sep 2012 22:47:54 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2007/CCU_s_Dr__Kim_Speaks_at_California_State_University_on_Religion_and_Politics_in_North_Korea/ <p> CCU's Dr. Kim Speaks at California State University on Religion and Politics in North Korea Colorado Christian University Associate Professor of New Testament Dr. Johann Kim headlined last week at "Eyes on North Korea: Religion and Politics of Kim Jong-il's Regime." The May 4, 2007, conference was held a</p> Vannessa JacksonWed, 17 Oct 2012 20:35:54 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2007/CCU_s_Dr__Elaine_Woodruff_Speaks_at_Columbia_University_in_New_York_City/ <p> CCU's Dr. Elaine Woodruff Speaks at Columbia University in New York City March 22, 2007 -- Colorado Christian University Professor of English Dr. Elaine Woodruff presented a paper this February at New York's prestigious Columbia University. Woodruff's presentation entitled "Keeping a Place for Poetry: A Fligh</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 18:44:49 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2011/CCU_s_Counseling_Program_Earns_Accreditation/ <p> CCU's Counseling Program Earns Accreditation Colorado Christian University has announced recently that the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) has granted accreditation to the University's Master of Arts in Counseling degree. The CACREP accreditation provides extr</p> Chris FranzThu, 13 Sep 2012 23:03:29 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2010/CCU_s_Connection_to_Issachar_House_Builds_Urban-Suburban_Bridge/ <p> CCU's Connection to Issachar House Builds Urban-Suburban Bridge From the outside, the Issachar Community house looks like just another gritty building on the edge of downtown Denver. Some may even think it looks like a 19th-century horse stable, which at one time it was. Albus Brooks, Issachar's director and </p> Chris FranzMon, 06 Aug 2012 22:31:48 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/news/commencement2012/ <p> CCU's Commencement Ceremony Recognizes over 700 New Alumni On Saturday, May 12, over 3,000 guests celebrated with Colorado Christian University's class of 2012 at the annual commencement ceremony. Over 700 graduates comprise the class, from both the College of Adult and Graduate Studies and the College of Unde</p> Chris FranzTue, 30 Apr 2013 21:04:47 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2011/CCU_s_Commencement_Ceremony_Recognizes_377_New_Alumni/ <p> CCU's Commencement Ceremony Recognizes 377 New Alumni Colorado Christian University kicked off the month of May with its annual commencement ceremony for graduates of the College of Undergraduate Studies and College of Adult and Graduate Studies. In total, 377 candidates were recognized on May 7 at the ceremon</p> Chris FranzThu, 13 Sep 2012 23:02:24 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2009/CCU_s_Centennial_Institute_Names_Musgrave,_Hillman,_and_Moloney_Among_List_of_New_Fellows/ <p> CCU's Centennial Institute Names Musgrave, Hillman, and Moloney Among List of New Fellows Twelve Coloradans have been named fellows of Colorado Christian University's Centennial Institute, the University announced today. Bringing a veteran balance of political, business, education, and ministry credentials to </p> Chris FranzSun, 23 Sep 2012 23:54:49 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2006/CCU_s_Campaign_for_Religious_Freedom_Gains_National_Attention/ <p> CCU's Campaign for Religious Freedom Gains National Attention Colorado Christian University's Campaign for Religious Freedom in Higher Education continues to gain momentum and national recognition. The campaign was featured in an article that appeared on the front page of today's Denver Post. The article detai</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 18:34:29 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/new/newtrusteeMcDonald/ <p> CCU's Board of Trustees Welcomes New Member Colorado Christian University welcomes its newest Board of Trustees member, Douglas I. McDonald. The president and CEO of McDonald Automotive Group, McDonald is a second-generation auto dealer and has become a pillar in the greater Denver community since opening a Vo</p> Chris FranzTue, 30 Apr 2013 21:04:25 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2008/CCU_s_April_2008_Forums_Represent_Scholarly_Triple_Play/ <p> CCU's April 2008 Forums Represent Scholarly Triple Play Continuing a bold move intended to set a new bar for scholarly discourse in open forums for students and the surrounding community, Colorado Christian University President and former United States Senator Bill Armstrong announced a triple-header of natio</p> Vannessa JacksonWed, 17 Oct 2012 20:20:27 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2009/CCU_s_7th_Annual_VALS_Declared_a_Success/ <p> CCU's 7th Annual VALS Declared a Success How can America preserve its free economy -- along with freedom itself? The question, at the heart of today's national economic debate, was the key issue of the day for 300 students and business leaders gathered at the recent Values-Aligned Leadership Summit (VALS) host</p> Chris FranzTue, 30 Apr 2013 18:44:24 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/news/CCUzoningapproved/ <p> CCU Zoning Request Approved October 9—By a unanimous vote, the Lakewood City Council formally approved rezoning plans for Colorado Christian University. The rezoning allows for higher density buildings and structures as high as 65 feet. It also allows CCU to expand by 10 acres—a process which has been in the w</p> Chris FranzTue, 30 Apr 2013 21:03:53 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/news/softballseason1/ <p> CCU Women's Softball Team Concludes Outstanding First Season Sed ut perspiciatis unde omnis iste natus error sit voluptatem accusantium doloremque laudantium, totam rem aperiam, eaque ipsa quae ab illo inventore veritatis et quasi architecto beatae vitae dicta sunt explicabo. Nemo enim ipsam voluptatem q</p> Chris FranzTue, 30 Apr 2013 21:03:11 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/news/wbasketballNCCAAchamps2012/ <p> CCU Women's Basketball Team Crowned National Champions It was an uphill battle that started with last Sunday's 20-hour bus trip to Winona Lake, Indiana. Since then, Colorado Christian Women's Basketball looked past their number eight seed - and fought past teams that others might have thought they had no chanc</p> Chris FranzTue, 30 Apr 2013 21:02:35 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2010/CCU_Withdraws_Highlands_Ranch_Bid/ <p> CCU Withdraws Highlands Ranch Bid After extensively consulting with developers, local officials, and members of the Highlands Ranch community through a series of public forums, Colorado Christian University announced today the withdrawal of its bid to build a new campus on open-space land in Highlands Ranch,</p> Chris FranzMon, 06 Aug 2012 22:57:15 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/news/RMACcup2012/ <p> CCU Wins RMAC Sportsmanship Cup At the annual Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference Hall of Fame and Awards Ceremony last Friday, Colorado Christian University was awarded the 2011-12 RMAC Sportsmanship Cup. Held in the Colorado Springs Marriot, the award was presented to CCU Director of Athletics Darren Richie, </p> Chris FranzTue, 30 Apr 2013 21:01:24 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/news/debatewinNCCFI2013/ <p> CCU Wins National Christian College Forensics Invitational Colorado Christian University students will return from the National Christian College Forensics Invitational with a trunk load of hardware this year, after the debate team won the national tournament. The CCU debate team was named the top squad in its</p> Chris FranzTue, 30 Apr 2013 20:35:40 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/news/santorumpressconference/ <p> CCU Welcomes Presidential Hopeful Rick Santorum, a Republican Party presidential candidate and winner of the 2012 Iowa caucuses, visited CCU on February 1, holding a press conference to announce new endorsements in his race for office. Santorum, who announced his candidacy for president in June 2011, w</p> Chris FranzTue, 30 Apr 2013 21:00:48 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/news/newfacultybrown/ <p> CCU Welcomes Pioneer in Online Courses This school year, Colorado Christian University has the privilege of welcoming former president of New Jersey’s Public Health Association, Dr. Jim Brown, to the CCU community. A pioneer of online health care courses, Dr. Brown will be teaching classes such as Health Care </p> Chris FranzTue, 30 Apr 2013 21:00:15 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2005/CCU_Welcomes_Dr__Larry_Crabb_to_Chapel/ <p> CCU Welcomes Dr. Larry Crabb to Chapel The CCU community gathered to hear Dr. Larry Crabb, distinguished scholar in residence at CCU, speak in chapel last Tuesday and Thursday. Dr. Crabb focused his message on relational prayer, encouraging students, faculty, and staff to go beyond using prayer as a means to m</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 19:31:35 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/news/volleyballNCAAbid/ <p> CCU Volleyball Team: Nationals Bound! It's been a great year to be a Lady Cougar. Last March, Colorado Christian Women's Basketball won the NCCAA DI National Title. In May, CCU Softball qualified for the NCAA DII National Tournament in the program's inaugural year. On Saturday, Cross Country freshman Regan Mu</p> Chris FranzTue, 30 Apr 2013 20:59:51 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/news/volleyballRMACfinalfour/ <p> CCU Volleyball Advances to Final Four in RMAC Playoffs CCU Volleyball has been making history all year, and Tuesday night at Metro State was no exception. For the first time in over a decade – 26 matches, to be exact – Colorado Christian pulled off a win against Metro State. Though the Roadrunners had swept CC</p> Chris FranzTue, 30 Apr 2013 20:59:16 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/news/worldchangersscholarship/ <p> CCU Unveils World Changers Scholarship As part of Colorado Christian University’s strategic objective to become an ever greater magnet for outstanding students, CCU hosted the World Changers Scholarship Weekend this January. The competitive two-day event, which culminated in three students receiving a full-tui</p> Chris FranzTue, 30 Apr 2013 20:34:53 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2008/CCU_Triumphs_in_Legal_Battle,_Milestone_Gain_Toward_Helping_Students_Receive_State_Aid/ <p> CCU Triumphs in Legal Battle, Milestone Gain Toward Helping Students Receive State Aid Colorado Christian University emerged victorious on Wednesday after years of legal dispute with the Colorado Commission on Higher Education over denial of state-funded financial aid for CCU students. A three-judge panel of </p> Vannessa JacksonWed, 17 Oct 2012 20:20:01 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2010/CCU_Three-peats_as_NCAA_s_2009-10_RMAC_Sportsmanship_Cup_Winner/ <p> CCU "Three-peats" as NCAA's 2009-10 RMAC Sportsmanship Cup Winner Last Saturday, at the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference's annual Hall of Fame and Awards Ceremony in Colorado Springs, Colorado Christian University (Lakewood, Colo.) was awarded the 2009-10 RMAC Sportsmanship Cup. This was CCU's third-consecut</p> Chris FranzFri, 03 Aug 2012 22:49:48 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2007/CCU_Surprised_and_Disappointed_by_Federal_District_Court_Ruling/ <p> CCU Surprised and Disappointed by Federal District Court Ruling Colorado Christian University is "very surprised and disappointed" by today's federal district court ruling in the University's case against the Colorado Commission on Higher Education (CCHE). "The decision is, we believe, contrary to the First a</p> Vannessa JacksonWed, 17 Oct 2012 20:34:56 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2011/CCU_Successfully_Launches_the_Crossover_Network/ <p> CCU Successfully Launches the Crossover Network CCU Successfully Launches the Crossover Network Seminars provide leadership principles and networking opportunities October 13, 2011 - Following the successful launch of the Crossover Network on October 11, Colorado Christian University announces the upcom</p> Chris FranzFri, 03 Aug 2012 22:16:31 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/news/mbatrip2012/ <p> CCU Students Study Global Enterprise in New Zealand The annual MBA trip visited a new location this year: New Zealand. The ten day trip provided students with behind-the-scenes views of everything from a livestock improvement corporation to an outdoor gear distributor. Along the way, students gained a deeper u</p> Chris FranzTue, 30 Apr 2013 20:57:47 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/news/CCUstudentsRNC2012/ <p> CCU Students Represent Colorado at Republican National Convention With a political think tank right on campus, strategic objectives that champion the Constitution, and a burgeoning political science department, Colorado Christian University is quickly becoming known for its voice in the political realm. The Re</p> Chris FranzTue, 30 Apr 2013 20:57:21 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2007/CCU_Students_Remember_to_Help_Others_During_Annual_Service_Day/ <p> CCU Students Remember to Help Others During Annual Service Day As colleges and universities across the nation gear up for the new academic year, Colorado Christian University will begin its fall 2007 semester with an atypical back-to-school event: Service Day. On August 25, as part of CCU's new student</p> Vannessa JacksonWed, 17 Oct 2012 20:34:27 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2006/CCU_Students_Perform_45,000_Hours_of_Community_Service/ <p> CCU Students Perform 45,000 Hours of Community Service Colorado Christian University (CCU) students annually log a combined total of over 45,000 hours of volunteer community service. They also travel on mission trips around the nation and world. The university's young men and women have helped build homes, sc</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 18:34:00 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2005/CCU_Students_Inducted_into_National_Honor_Society/ <p> CCU Students Inducted into National Honor Society Twenty students and faculty members from Colorado Christian University were inducted into the Omicron Delta Kappa Society (ODK), a national leadership honor society that recognizes superior scholarship, leadership, and character. The society places a spe</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 19:22:03 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/news/AIPACaward2013/ <p> CCU Students Honored as Activists of the Year CCU students at the annual American Israel Public Affairs Committee conference in Washington, D.C., this week earned a high honor: the AIPAC Activists of the Year. The award was given for outstanding work advocating for Israel, as the Students for Israel group has </p> Chris FranzTue, 30 Apr 2013 20:34:05 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2009/CCU_Students_Help_Raise_$37,000_to_Bring_Clean_Water_to_Africa/ <p> CCU Students Help Raise $37,000 to Bring Clean Water to Africa More than 950 students from Colorado Christian University and 10 other colleges and universities combined forces in April 2009 to raise awareness of the need for clean drinking water in Africa. The students were part of a nationwide experiential i</p> Chris FranzSun, 23 Sep 2012 23:52:55 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2007/CCU_Students_Get_Involved_in_the_Global_Community/ <p> CCU Students Get Involved in the Global Community Sixty students and staff members from Colorado Christian University will spend their upcoming spring break getting involved in communities across the nation and abroad. A part of the University's ongoing "CCU2theWorld" short-term missions program, this year's </p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 18:44:24 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2007/CCU_Soccer_Helps_Improve_School_Facilities_in_an_Overseas_Nicaraguan_Community/ <p> CCU Soccer Helps Improve School Facilities in an Overseas Nicaraguan Community Twelve members of the Colorado Christian University men's soccer team landed in sunny Nicaragua on March 22, 2007, for spring break. Instead of sand and surf, their focus was on concrete, bricks, and creating an additional classroom</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 18:44:06 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/news/jeffcoEDC2012/ <p> CCU Recognized at JeffCo EDC 19th Annual Industry Awards Colorado Christian University and its president, Bill Armstrong, were honored this morning at the 19th annual Jefferson County Economic Development Corporation (JeffCo EDC) Industry Awards. The event honors impressive businesses that have proven to be </p> Chris FranzTue, 30 Apr 2013 20:55:31 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2009/CCU_Receives_Rocky_Mountain_Athletic_Conference_Sportsmanship_Cup/ <p> CCU Receives Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference Sportsmanship Cup Colorado Christian University has won the third annual Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference Sportsmanship Cup, the RMAC announced on July 1, 2009. This is the second consecutive year in which the CCU Cougars have been presented the award, followi</p> Chris FranzSun, 23 Sep 2012 23:49:46 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2008/CCU_Receives_President_s_Honor_Roll_Award_for_Service/ <p> CCU Receives President's Honor Roll Award for Service The Corporation for National and Community Service recently named Colorado Christian University to the President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll for exemplary service efforts and service to disadvantaged youth. "The concept of community ser</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 18:58:39 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2005/CCU_Receives_Major_Endowed_Gift/ <p> CCU Receives Major Endowed Gift A $1 million gift has been donated to Colorado Christian University for the establishment of a new endowed scholarship. The funds are to be permanently endowed and will yield annual income to be distributed as scholarships to meritorious students as well as those who demonstrate</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 19:32:31 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2005/CCU_Receives_Grant_from_Daniels_Fund/ <p> CCU Receives Grant from Daniels Fund Colorado Christian University's School of Adult and Graduate Studies has received a $50,000 grant from the Daniels Fund. The grant will create scholarships for non-traditional adult students who may not otherwise be able to afford a college education. Targeted scholarship r</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 19:24:10 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2010/CCU_Receives_Chief_s_Special_Recognition_Award/ <p> CCU Receives Chief's Special Recognition Award Kevin Paletta, Lakewood Chief of Police On Saturday, August 21, 2010, the Lakewood Police Department and many of its personnel were proud to participate in a partnership initiated by Colorado Christian University. As part of its community-service requirement for </p> Chris FranzFri, 14 Sep 2012 19:55:36 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2009/CCU_Reaches_out_to_Northern_Arapaho_Tribe/ <p> CCU Reaches out to Northern Arapaho Tribe On November 19-20, 2009, a caravan of trucks and minivans revved engines northward, deep into Wyoming's Wind River Indian Reservation, marking the eighth annual Thanksgiving outreach by Colorado Christian University to Northern Arapaho Tribe members living in the Ethet</p> Chris FranzTue, 25 Sep 2012 22:50:45 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/news/credithours1213/ <p> CCU Raises Full-time Credit Hours This fall, students at Colorado Christian University will enjoy an extra hour -- should they choose to take a full 18 hour course load. In an effort to better serve its student population, CCU has redefined a full-time student as someone who can take 12 to 18 credit hours, up </p> Chris FranzTue, 30 Apr 2013 21:13:56 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2007/CCU_Professor_Teaches_in_Lithuania_as_a_Fulbright_Scholar/ <p> CCU Professor Teaches in Lithuania as a Fulbright Scholar Dr. Windy Counsell Petrie, an associate professor of English at Colorado Christian University (CCU), recently completed her term as a Fulbright Scholar at Lithuania's Vilnius University. In addition to teaching a fourth-year course at Vilnius that exam</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 18:43:47 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2006/CCU_Professor_Leaves_a_Legacy/ <p> CCU Professor Leaves a Legacy A generous gift to Colorado Christian University from a former professor was announced today by CCU President Bill Armstrong. The bequest came from the estate of Dr. K Marie Stolba who served as Distinguished Lecturer and Visiting Professor of Music at CCU from 1993 to 2005. Afte</p> Vannessa JacksonWed, 17 Oct 2012 20:52:26 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2006/CCU_Professor_Heads_to_England_for_an_Honorary_Fellowship/ <p> CCU Professor Heads to England for an Honorary Fellowship Colorado Christian University (CCU) Professor of History Dr. William Watson has been formally invited to teach at England's Oxford Brookes University this coming summer as a visiting fellow with the school's Institute for Historical and Cultural Researc</p> Vannessa JacksonWed, 17 Oct 2012 20:51:59 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/news/fulbrightblack/ <p> CCU Professor Earns Fulbright Grant Dr. Janet Black, associate professor of English at Colorado Christian University, has been awarded a Fulbright grant for the 2012-13 school year. The grant affords her the opportunity to lecture and research at Makerere University in Kampala, Uganda, while acting as a </p> Chris FranzTue, 30 Apr 2013 20:54:33 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2010/CCU_Proclaims_2010-11_as_The_Year_of_Evangelism/ <p> CCU Proclaims 2010-11 as The Year of Evangelism President Bill Armstrong In October 1914, when Clifton Fowler rented a classroom in downtown Denver and began teaching students about Jesus, he could not have foreseen what was ahead -- wars, prosperity, suffering, scientific advances, depression, and turmoil that</p> Chris FranzMon, 06 Aug 2012 22:45:07 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2006/CCU_President_Retires_After_Eight_Years_of_Service/ <p> CCU President Retires After Eight Years of Service Colorado Christian University announced that Dr. Larry Donnithorne has retired as president of the University. Donnithorne served in this capacity for the past eights years, leading CCU through one of the largest periods of growth in the University's history.</p> Vannessa JacksonWed, 17 Oct 2012 20:51:35 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2005/CCU_President_Promotes_University_Leadership_Goals/ <p> CCU President Promotes University Leadership Goals In keeping with Colorado Christian University's emphasis on leadership development and training, Dr. Larry Donnithorne, university president, has established the Heart of Leadership program and is carrying its unique leadership message nationwide. Dr. Donnitho</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 19:28:12 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2006/CCU_President_Bill_Armstrong_Meets_Christ_in_Washington_s_Joe_Martin_Dining_Room/ <p> CCU President Bill Armstrong Meets Christ in Washington's Joe Martin Dining Room Colorado Christian University (CCU) President Bill Armstrong spoke to students in a university chapel service on October 17, 2006. Armstrong, a Colorado businessman who served in the state legislature from 1978-1990, always consid</p> Vannessa JacksonWed, 17 Oct 2012 20:51:14 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/news/mbahealthcarelaunch/ <p> CCU Presents MBA with Emphasis in Health Care Administration As part of a concerted effort between Colorado Christian University’s Business and Technology Division and Nursing and Sciences Division, the school is now offering a master of business administration degree with an emphasis in health care administr</p> Chris FranzTue, 30 Apr 2013 20:33:29 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2007/CCU_Partners_with_Young_Life_and_Mile_High_Ministries,_Offers_Groundbreaking_Academic_Programs_and_Apprenticeships/ <p> CCU Partners with Young Life and Mile High Ministries, Offers Groundbreaking Academic Programs and Apprenticeships Colorado Christian University has welcomed a new kind of student to its campus this fall 2007 semester. In addition to offering one of the only "Young Life" minors in the country--in conjunction w</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 18:43:25 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2009/CCU_Partners_with_Local_Churches_and_Agencies_for_12th_Annual_Service_Day/ <p> CCU Partners with Local Churches and Agencies for 12th Annual Service Day This Saturday, August 22, 2009, students, staff, and faculty members from Colorado Christian University will fan out across the Lakewood community for the 12th annual CCU Service Day. More than 300 individuals from CCU will participate </p> Chris FranzSun, 23 Sep 2012 23:41:39 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2011/CCU_Partners_with_14_Statewide_Community_Colleges_and_Online_Programs/ <p> CCU Partners with 14 Statewide Community Colleges and Online Programs Effective immediately, transfer students from 14 community colleges and online programs across Colorado can now complete up to 75 percent of coursework toward bachelor's degrees at the lower community-college price. The offer is based on an</p> Chris FranzFri, 03 Aug 2012 22:14:24 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2011/CCU_Nominated_by_Family_Tree_for_2011_Community_Award/ <p> CCU Nominated by Family Tree for 2011 Community Award The Family Tree announced that Colorado Christian University has been nominated for the 2011 Community Award that will be presented during its 18th annual Celebration of Achievement Fundraising Dinner on Thursday, May 5, 2011. CCU joins Compass Construction</p> Chris FranzFri, 03 Aug 2012 22:13:45 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2010/CCU_Newsmaker_Breakfast_Series_Defines_National_Issues_for_Business_Community/ <p> CCU Newsmaker Breakfast Series Defines National Issues for Business Community In a continuing move to help clarify the great issues facing our nation's business community, Colorado Christian University hosted today the first in a series of business meetings bringing together key figures in American leadership,</p> Chris FranzMon, 06 Aug 2012 22:43:18 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2010/CCU_Newsmaker_Breakfast_Promotes_Firm_Stands_in_the_Market,_Plus_Sticking_to_It/ <p> CCU Newsmaker Breakfast Promotes Firm Stands in the Market, Plus Sticking to It Colorado Christian University recently hosted more than 100 local business leaders and CCU students at Glenmoor Country Club in the second of its Newsmakers Breakfast series. The breakfasts, held periodically and hosted by the Scho</p> Chris FranzMon, 06 Aug 2012 22:41:35 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2009/CCU_Named_to_Presidential_Honor_Roll_for_Community_Service/ <p> CCU Named to Presidential Honor Roll for Community Service The Corporation for National and Community Service honored Colorado Christian University this month with a place on the President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll. Launched in 2006, the Honor Roll is the highest federal recognition a sc</p> Chris FranzSun, 23 Sep 2012 00:16:01 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2009/CCU_Named_one_of_Forty_Sites_Nationwide_to_Host_Upcoming_Abraham_Lincoln_Exhibition/ <p> CCU Honored as One of Forty Sites Nationwide to Host Upcoming Abraham Lincoln Exhibition Colorado Christian University will mark the month of February as host to the national traveling exhibition, "Abraham Lincoln: A Man of His Time, a Man for All Times." CCU is one of only forty sites nationwide to host the </p> Chris FranzTue, 25 Sep 2012 22:53:25 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/news/topconservativecollege2012/ <p> CCU Named a Top Conservative College for 2012 Colorado Christian University has been named one of the Top Conservative Colleges in America in 2012 by Young America's Foundation. The annual list noted CCU's commitment to conservative values in a variety of strategic and academic contexts. Academically, CCU's c</p> Chris FranzThu, 16 May 2013 22:12:26 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/news/collegeofdistinction1213/ <p> CCU Named a College of Distinction June 18, 2012 -- Colorado Christian University has been included in the 2012-13 national Colleges of Distinction list. A yearly compendium of the top schools in the nation, Colleges of Distinction are ranked by four main criteria: engaged students, great teaching, vibrant com</p> Chris FranzTue, 30 Apr 2013 20:54:00 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2004/CCU_Music_Department_Awarded_NASM_Accreditation/ <p> CCU Music Department Awarded NASM Accreditation The Music Department at Colorado Christian University has been accepted for accreditation by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM), the national governing body for schools of music in higher education. The accreditation comes after a lengthy applic</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 19:08:13 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2006/CCU_MBA_Students_Travel_to_China/ <p> CCU MBA Students Travel to China A group of Colorado Christian University (CCU) students and faculty recently returned from a weeklong visit to mainland China. The trip -- a regular component of the university's "Leading in Intercultural Business Environments" course -- was designed to provide participants wi</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 18:32:28 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2008/CCU_Makes_Economic_Impact_in_South_Metro_Area,_Expanding_Adult_and_Graduate_Education/ <p> CCU Makes Economic Impact in South Metro Area, Expanding Adult and Graduate Education Colorado Christian University's College of Adult and Graduate Studies continues to expand its presence throughout the Denver Metro community, most recently with the opening of a new adult undergraduate and graduate education</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 18:55:14 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2010/CCU_Launches_New_Nursing_Degree_Program/ <p> CCU Launches New Nursing Degree Program Working adults who dream of getting a nursing degree but can't juggle school along with their jobs and families can now keep working and pursue their degree in a trailblazing Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program designed just for them by the College of Adult an</p> Chris FranzMon, 06 Aug 2012 22:03:31 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2010/CCU_Launches_New_Athletics_Website/ <p> CCU Launches New Athletics Website The Colorado Christian University Athletics Department announced today the launch of its new Cougar Athletics website, www.CCUCougars.com. The new site provides a more engaging and interactive environment for fans to follow teams and get game results, along with easy access t</p> Chris FranzFri, 03 Aug 2012 22:44:10 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2006/CCU_Launches_Life_Directions_Center/ <p> CCU Launches Life Directions Center To help students gain the most from their college education, Colorado Christian University is launching a Life Directions Center that is designed to give each individual student a single advisor from their first day on campus until they graduate. This new model for student</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 18:32:06 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2009/CCU_Launches_Financial_Aid_TV_Website/ <p> CCU Launches Financial Aid TV Web Site Colorado Christian University has launched a new online financial aid information and counseling service on the University's Web site. Financial Aid TV is a Web-based video service that provides answers to students and their families on a wide variety of financial a</p> Chris FranzSun, 23 Sep 2012 23:50:58 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2011/CCU_Launches_Criminal_Justice_Program/ <p> CCU Launches Criminal Justice Program Colorado Christian University has officially launched its new and distinctive Criminal Justice degree program. CCU is now offering a Criminal Justice associate degree in addition to a new certificate and bachelor's degree. The course of study provides educational opportuni</p> Chris FranzThu, 13 Sep 2012 23:01:46 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2004/CCU_Introduces_School_of_Business_and_Leadership/ <p> CCU Introduces School of Business and Leadership Colorado Christian University has renamed the School of Business, Communication, and Applied Ministry to the School of Business and Leadership. Throughout the past few years, CCU has been establishing a strong foundation for leadership education. There have been</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 19:08:26 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2007/CCU_Inaugurates_Former_Senator_and_New_President_William_L__Armstrong/ <p> CCU Inaugurates Former Senator and New President William L. Armstrong On Friday, March 23, 2007, Colorado Christian University will officially inaugurate former U.S. senator William L. Armstrong as the school's new president. The inaugural celebration begins at 6:30 p.m. at Cherry Hills Community Church in Hig</p> Vannessa JacksonWed, 17 Oct 2012 20:32:33 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2006/CCU_Hosts_World_Renowned_Broadcaster_and_Evangelist_Dr__Billy_Kim/ <p> CCU Hosts World Renowned Dr. Billy Kim In a brief and poignant message, world renowned broadcaster and evangelist, Dr. Billy Kim, addressed the student body at Colorado Christian University (CCU) on Friday, October 5, 2006. Highlighting escalating social and moral ills, and the need to bring America back to it</p> Vannessa JacksonWed, 17 Oct 2012 20:50:11 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2011/CCU_Hosts_Live_Nativity/ <p> CCU Hosts Live Nativity December 2011 -- Colorado Christian University's Student Activities Office partnered with Westwoods Church on December 2 to offer the second annual Live Nativity Scene on the Lakewood Main Campus. Hosting live animals (including a camel!) and actors, the unique drive-through experience </p> Chris FranzThu, 13 Sep 2012 23:00:58 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2008/CCU_Hosts_Grand_Opening_in_Northglenn_On_July_19/ <p> CCU Hosts Grand Opening in Northglenn On July 19 Colorado Christian University's College of Adult and Graduate Studies expanded its presence in the Denver Metro area with the opening of a new adult undergraduate and graduate education center in Northglenn, Colorado. The Northglenn Center began offering</p> Vannessa JacksonWed, 17 Oct 2012 20:18:54 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2008/CCU_Hosts_Forum_Acknowledging_Christian_Heritage_of_America/ <p> CCU Hosts Forum Acknowledging Christian Heritage of America In a continuing series of open discussion forums, Colorado Christian University hosted this month one of the nation's best-known experts on the subject of America's Christian heritage. According to the research of David Barton, our nation's fou</p> Vannessa JacksonWed, 17 Oct 2012 20:18:35 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2008/CCU_Hosts_C_S__Lewis_Foundation_President_Dr__Stanley_Mattson/ <p> CCU Hosts C.S. Lewis Foundation President Dr. Stanley Mattson Colorado Christian University will host a dinner on November 28, 2007 to celebrate the birthday of Christian scholar, author, and apologist C.S. Lewis. This free-of-charge event will not only honor Lewis, but also local clergy members. With limite</p> Vannessa JacksonWed, 17 Oct 2012 20:18:17 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2005/CCU_Hosts_Best-selling_Author_Joel_Rosenberg/ <p> CCU Hosts Best-selling Author Joel Rosenberg In a move to broaden the community presence of Colorado Christian University, the school announced plans to host prominent authors and provide discussion opportunities on their view of the importance of Christian higher education. The first author in the series was </p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 19:27:36 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2005/CCU_Holds_In-service_on_Martin_Luther_King_Day/ <p> CCU Holds In-service on Martin Luther King Day Colorado Christian University is holding its second annual Martin Luther King Jr. in-service day on Monday, January 17 to celebrate the memory and accomplishments of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. CCU created this in-service day last year to raise awareness for the i</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 19:10:17 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2011/CCU_Hires_New_VP,_Former_Senior_Director_at_John_Brown_University/ <p> CCU Hires New VP, Former Senior Director at John Brown University Officials at Colorado Christian University have announced the hiring of Paul J. Eldridge as Vice President for Development, effective May 9, 2011. In his new role, he will oversee fundraising efforts and contribute to the strategic growth of th</p> Chris FranzFri, 03 Aug 2012 22:04:11 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2005/CCU_Graduates_Prepare_for_Lives_of_Excellence/ <p> CCU Graduates Prepare for Lives of Excellence Saturday, May 7, marked the beginning of a new chapter in the lives of 538 CCU graduates as they celebrated all they have accomplished by participating in a commencement ceremony at Cherry Hills Community Church. Dr. Wess Stafford, president of Compassion Interna</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 19:23:10 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2009/CCU_Graduates_Called_to_Life_of_Adventure,_Significance,_and_Fulfillment/ <p> CCU Graduates Called to "Life of Adventure, Significance, and Fulfillment" Colorado Christian University's Class of 2009 was sent into the world May 9 with majestic music, rousing speeches and a surprise greeting from Afghanistan by one of their own. "By the grace of God you have accomplished a wonderfully wo</p> Chris FranzSun, 23 Sep 2012 23:56:28 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2006/CCU_Graduates_Called_to_Embrace_the_Generation_of_Opportunity/ <p> CCU Graduates Called to Embrace the Generation of Opportunity Today marked the beginning of a new chapter in the lives of 489 Colorado Christian University graduates who were honored during CCU's commencement ceremony at Cherry Hills Community Church. Pastor Ted Haggard, president of the National Association</p> Vannessa JacksonWed, 17 Oct 2012 20:49:57 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2010/CCU_Graduate_Honored_with_First-Ever_Nightingale_Nursing_Student_Award/ <p> CCU Graduate Honored with First-Ever Nightingale Nursing Student Award Colorado Christian University announced this month that Allyson Campbell, a recent graduate of its Nursing program, has been selected as the first-ever recipient of Colorado's Nightingale Nursing Student Award for Excellence in Human Caring</p> Chris FranzThu, 14 Mar 2013 18:39:32 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2011/CCU_Goes_Live_in_Prospector,_Unified_Online_Catalog_for_Interlibrary_Loaning/ <p> CCU Goes Live in Prospector, Unified Online Catalog for Interlibrary Loaning Colorado Christian University's Clifton Fowler Library went live today on Prospector, Colorado's largest unified, online catalog for interlibrary loaning and resource sharing. The integration of CCU -- already a member in the Marmot L</p> Chris FranzFri, 14 Sep 2012 20:18:15 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2008/CCU_Gains_Zoning_Approval/ <p> CCU Gains Zoning Approval Colorado Christian University is celebrating the Jefferson County Board of Commissioners' decision to approve the rezoning request for the University's Lyons Ridge property located near Morrison. The decision comes after years of planning and negotiations between CCU, neighborhood gr</p> Vannessa JacksonWed, 17 Oct 2012 20:17:57 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2011/CCU_First_Evangelical_University_to_Fight_Abortifacient_Mandate/ <p> Colorado Christian University First Evangelical University to Fight Abortifacient Mandate Becket Fund for Religious Liberty Colorado Christian University (CCU) today became the first interdenominational Christian college to challenge in federal court a new "Affordable Care Act" (aka "Obamacare") mandate for abo</p> Chris FranzFri, 14 Sep 2012 19:53:18 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2004/CCU_Featured_in_Colorado_Biz_Magazine/ <p> CCU Featured in Colorado Biz Magazine In a recent article, Colorado Biz Magazine explored the societal cynicism and hostility toward American businesses. Reflecting on why Americans have little confidence in the corporate world, the writer concluded that many people have come to distrust American business pra</p> Vannessa JacksonTue, 23 Oct 2012 20:00:59 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2008/CCU_Expands_Nursing_Program/ <p> CCU Expands Nursing Program Colorado Christian University introduced this month its RN-BSN Online Completion Program. Open to local, national, and international students who hold registered nurse (RN) licensure and have graduated from an accredited institution, the RN-BSN is offered through CCU's Colleg</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 18:54:33 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2005/CCU_English_Professors_Present_Research_on_Christianity_and_Literature/ <p> CCU English Professors Present Research on Christianity and Literature Colorado Christian University professors Janet Black and Windy Petrie presented scholarly papers at the January 2005 Western Regional Meeting of the Conference on Christianity and Literature. Conference participants met on the Santa Barbara</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 19:13:05 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2005/CCU_English_Professor_Receives_Alumni_Award_from_University_of_Alaska/ <p> CCU English Professor Receives Alumni Award from University of Alaska Elaine Woodruff, Professor of English at Colorado Christian University, has been named a recipient of this year's Alumni Achievement Award for Professional Excellence by the University of Alaska Fairbanks Alumni Association. She was ho</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 19:28:57 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2006/CCU_English_Professor_Named_Fulbright_Scholar/ <p> CCU English Professor Named Fulbright Scholar Dr. Windy Counsell Petrie, associate professor of English at Colorado Christian University, was awarded a Fulbright Scholar grant to teach at Vilnius University in Vilnius, Lithuania. During her time at the University, Dr. Petrie will teach a course that examines </p> Vannessa JacksonWed, 17 Oct 2012 20:49:42 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/news/militaryfriendlyschool/ <p> CCU Earns Military Friendly School Status Colorado Christian University has been named a military friendly school, included in an annual list released by G.I. Jobs, for its active engagement of servicemembers, veterans, and their families. Since 2009, over 500,000 of these men and women have taken advantage o</p> Chris FranzTue, 30 Apr 2013 20:52:54 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/news/SFER2012/ <p> CCU Denies Access Request of Gay Activism Group Members of the Colorado Christian University administration have denied a recent request by leaders of the Soulforce Equalityride (SFER) to visit the Lakewood Main Campus during the week of April 15-19th, 2012. SFER seeks to create "conversation, and spiritual an</p> Chris FranzTue, 30 Apr 2013 20:52:29 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/news/blackboardlaunch/ <p> CCU Debuts Enhanced Learning Management System Over the course of this year, CCU will be rolling out a new learning management system, switching to Blackboard in an effort to create an enhanced learning experience for students. The Blackboard system will create a more streamlined integration between faculty an</p> Chris FranzTue, 30 Apr 2013 20:32:40 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/news/debatewinGSLI2013/ <p> CCU Debate Team Earns High Marks The Colorado Christian University debate team swept through the Great Salt Lake Invitational last weekend, winning the junior varsity division of the tournament. The duo of Caleb Rawson and Matthew Erickson dropped no ballots -- every judge they saw ruled for them -- on their w</p> Chris FranzTue, 30 Apr 2013 20:37:42 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2009/CCU_Dean_Receives_Prestigious_Academic_Award_for_Outstanding_Entrepreneurship_Workshop/ <p> CCU Dean Receives Prestigious Academic Award for Outstanding Entrepreneurship Workshop Colorado Christian University's Dr. Mellani Day was recently presented with the Outstanding Workshop Award for her co-presentation at the 2009 United States Association for Small Business and Entrepreneurship (USASBE) annua</p> Chris FranzSun, 23 Sep 2012 00:14:33 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2007/CCU_Continues_Aggressive_Growth_into_Local_Communities/ <p> CCU Continues Aggressive Growth into Local Communities Colorado Christian University's (CCU) College of Adult and Graduate Studies continues to expand its presence in the Denver Metro area with the opening of a new adult undergraduate and graduate education center in Northglenn, Colorado. The University has an</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 18:42:55 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/news/officerdavies/ <p> CCU Community Remembers Lakewood Police Officer James Davies Colorado Christian University joins the community of Lakewood in mourning the death of Lakewood police officer James Davies, killed early Friday morning. Responding to a call of shots fired, Davies was mistaken for an assailant by fellow Lakewood off</p> Chris FranzTue, 30 Apr 2013 20:52:02 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/news/commencement2013/ <p> CCU Commencement Ceremony Recognizes over 400 Graduates Over 400 graduates walked across the stage at Cherry Hills Community Church on Saturday, May 11, celebrating their hard work and achievement at Colorado Christian University’s annual commencement ceremony. They were greeted by the exuberance of President</p> Lance OversoleWed, 15 May 2013 21:12:02 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2010/CCU_Business_Students_Urged_to_be_Ethics-based_Leaders/ <p> CCU Business Students Urged to be Ethics-based Leaders A crowd of nearly 300 business executives, professionals, and students gathered at the Marriott City Center in Denver on April 15 for Colorado Christian University's eighth annual Values-Aligned Leadership Summit . Marked with networking sessions, table d</p> Chris FranzFri, 14 Sep 2012 20:19:34 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/news/MurphyPhD/ <p> CCU Boasts New Ph.D. on Staff Ryan Murphy, assistant professor of Christian thought and social ethics at Colorado Christian University, received notification that his dissertation has been accepted by King's College, London. Murphy is now a Doctor of Philosophy in Systematic Theology, conferred by the Academic</p> Chris FranzTue, 30 Apr 2013 21:08:38 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2008/CCU_Bids_Farewell_to_Longtime_Professor_Dr__Frank_Ritchel_Ames/ <p> CCU Bids Farewell to Longtime Professor Dr. Frank Ritchel Ames Colorado Christian University announced today the resignation of longtime, beloved Professor of Biblical Studies Dr. Frank Ritchel Ames. Professor Ames recently accepted an invitation to serve as director of library sciences and professor at </p> Vannessa JacksonWed, 17 Oct 2012 20:17:22 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2010/CCU_Basketball_Teams_Compete_Together_in_NCAA_Semifinals_for_First_Time_in_School_History/ <p> CCU Basketball Teams Compete Together in NCAA Semifinals for First Time in School History Last night was a historic one for the men's and women's basketball programs at NCAA Division-II Colorado Christian University. Seeded number one in the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference East Division, CCU's varsity women</p> Chris FranzMon, 06 Aug 2012 22:57:51 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2008/CCU_Awards_Qwest_Executive_Leadership_Award/ <p> CCU Awards Qwest Executive Leadership Award Colorado Christian University's sixth annual Values-Aligned Leadership Summit (VALS) was held on April 16, 2008, at the Westin Tabor Center in Denver, Colorado. During a time when media was daily reporting news about the misdeeds within American business, Colorado C</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 18:54:11 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2010/CCU_Awarded_Campus_Chapter_of_National_Music_Honor_Society/ <p> CCU Awarded Campus Chapter of National Music Honor Society The Colorado Christian University School of Music has recently been awarded a campus chapter, named Kappa Delta, of the nationwide Pi Kappa Lambda music honor society. While the University's application was approved in December 2009, the formal insta</p> Chris FranzMon, 06 Aug 2012 22:18:12 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2006/CCU_Athlete_Receives_Military_Honors_during_War_on_Terrorism/ <p> CCU Athlete Receives Military Honors during War on Terrorism The war-ravaged Al Anbar province of Iraq is a far cry from the manicured soccer field near Denver where Marine Corps Sergeant Keith Ives used to spend his time. These days, the Colorado Christian University (CCU) midfielder has traded his navy and </p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 18:29:49 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2007/CCU_Appeals_Federal_District_Court_Ruling_in_Student_Aid_Case/ <p> CCU Appeals Federal District Court Ruling in Student Aid Case Today, Colorado Christian University appealed a recent federal district court decision denying state student aid to its students. "We believe that the state is violating the First and Fourteenth Amendments by penalizing students who choose to atten</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 18:42:30 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2011/CCU_Announces_World_Premiere_of_Passion_Play/ <p> CCU Announces World Premiere of Passion Play Jesus is coming to Denver. The "greatest story ever told" is coming to the stage in a new play, I,Witness , by C. McNair Wilson. Colorado Christian University will present six performances of this world premiere production for Easter 2011 -- April 7-10, 2011 (the w</p> Chris FranzThu, 13 Sep 2012 22:57:45 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2010/CCU_Announces_Record_Freshman_Class_Enrollment/ <p> CCU Announces Record Freshman Class Enrollment If it's any indication that good things are happening at Colorado Christian University, CCU just enrolled its largest traditional freshman class ever. As the 2010-11 college year opened on August 23 at the suburban liberal-arts campus, the freshmen count was 306 s</p> Chris FranzMon, 08 Oct 2012 03:48:32 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/news/enrollment1213/ <p> CCU Announces Record Enrollment Fall semester is well under way, and with the release of the latest census report and campus redevelopment plans, Colorado Christian University has reason to celebrate its exceptional progress. For the 2012-2013 school year, 1,041 students are enrolled in the University's Colleg</p> Chris FranzTue, 30 Apr 2013 20:49:04 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/news/newfacultydoenges/ <p> CCU Announces Outdoor Leadership Director Colorado Christian University announces that Jim Doenges has joined the faculty as associate professor and director of Outdoor Leadership programs. Doenges will direct CCU's Outdoor Leadership, Camp Management, and Wilderness Leadership minor programs. A nationally-kn</p> Chris FranzTue, 30 Apr 2013 20:48:35 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/news/newcusmajors1213/ <p> CCU Announces New Majors and Minors for Traditional Undergraduates Students at Colorado Christian University will have new majors to enroll in next fall, along with some changes to existing courses of study. The most significant new offering is a Pre-Medical Profession major, which will build a foundation for</p> Chris FranzTue, 30 Apr 2013 20:47:49 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/news/healthcareadministrationlaunch/ <p> CCU Announces New Health Care Administration Major In a response to the rapid shifts in health care, Colorado Christian University is launching a Health Care Administration (HCA) major , effective in the spring of 2013. Offered by CCU's College of Adult and Graduate Studies (CAGS), the HCA major will equip st</p> Chris FranzTue, 30 Apr 2013 20:47:11 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/news/newfacultyhenderson/ <p> CCU Announces New Biology Professor Colorado Christian University announces the addition of a new assistant professor of biology, Dr. Angela Henderson. Dr. Henderson joins CCU after earning her Ph.D. in microbiology from Colorado State University in 2011. In 2005, she graduated from Montana State University af</p> Chris FranzTue, 30 Apr 2013 20:46:48 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/news/mbaaccountinglaunch/ <p> CCU Announces MBA with Accounting Emphasis Colorado Christian University will be adding a new emphasis to their already popular MBA degree starting in the fall of 2012. The accounting emphasis will prepare graduates for a range of non-profit, for-profit, and public accounting positions, and it will meet increa</p> Chris FranzTue, 30 Apr 2013 20:46:04 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/news/MOLlaunch/ <p> CCU Announces Master of Organizational Leadership Degree Colorado Christian University announces a new Master of Organizational Leadership (MOL) degree program. The course of study will provide students with a variety of skills to affect positive social change and tackle real world problems. It fills an </p> Chris FranzTue, 30 Apr 2013 20:45:14 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2008/CCU_Announces_Dr__Kyle_Greenwood_as_Assistant_Professor_of_Old_Testament_Studies/ <p> CCU Announces Dr. Kyle Greenwood as Assistant Professor of Old Testament Studies Colorado Christian University announced today the hiring of Dr. Kyle Greenwood as Assistant Professor of Old Testament Studies. He will join the School of Theology faculty at the start of the spring 2009 semester. Dr. Gre</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 18:53:56 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2004/CCU_and_Young_Life_Team_up_to_Equip_Future_Leaders/ <p> CCU and Young Life Team up to Equip Future Leaders CCU students have engaged in a variety of ministry, volunteer, and internship opportunities with Young Life for years. Now CCU and Young Life are officially teaming up to train the next generation of Young Life leaders. CCU has introduced a new academic minor </p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 19:08:53 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2007/CCU_and_Peterson_Air_Force_Base_Work_Together_to_Develop_Leaders/ <p> CCU and Peterson Air Force Base Work Together to Develop Leaders On Tuesday, May 29, 2007, Colorado Christian University will formally recognize the first eleven graduates from the on-base extension of its Project Management Certificate Program at Peterson Air Force Base (PAFB). A reception will be held from 5</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 18:41:29 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2007/CCU_Amends_Morrison_Zoning_Request,_May_Move_Elsewhere/ <p> CCU Amends Morrison Zoning Request, May Move Elsewhere Colorado Christian University is revising plans to build a new campus at the Morrison location for which it has long sought zoning approval. Instead, CCU will request the entire 284-acre parcel be zoned residential. The University intends to sell th</p> Vannessa JacksonWed, 17 Oct 2012 20:31:11 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2005/CCU_Alumnus_Leads_New_Prison_Fellowship_Ministry/ <p> CCU Alumnus Leads New Prison Fellowship Ministry CCU Alumnus Nathan Jones has helped launch a new branch of ministry for Prison Fellowship Ministries. Through this new initiative Nathan is training college students on campuses throughout Colorado to go into juvenile detention centers and carry Christ's message</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 19:12:13 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2007/CCU_Alumni_Find_Open_Doors_into_Prestigious_Graduate_Programs/ <p> CCU Alumni Find Open Doors into Prestigious Graduate Programs Colorado Christian University recent graduate Trevor Simmons (Torrington, Wyoming) spent this spring sifting through postgraduate acceptance offers from some of the nation's leading history programs, among them, the University of Kansas, University</p> Vannessa JacksonWed, 17 Oct 2012 20:30:48 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2007/CCU_Alumna_Recognized_for_a_Quarter_Century_of_Excellence_in_Teaching/ <p> CCU Alumna Recognized for a Quarter Century of Excellence in Teaching Beverly Jo Keeney-Kowalski, a graduate of Colorado Christian University heritage school, Rockmont College, was recently named a Metropolitan Who's Who Honored Member in Education. A special selection committee hand picked the Who's Wh</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 18:39:50 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2006/CCU_Alum_to_Represent_Costa_Rica_in_2006_Olympics/ <p> CCU Alum to Represent Costa Rica in 2006 Olympics Colorado Christian University alumnus Arturo Kinch '79 is heading to Torino to compete in the 2006 Olympic Games. He is slated to ski in the 15 km Classic Cross Country on February 17 with the Costa Rica team. He also may be able to take part in the XC (sprint)</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 18:29:29 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2007/CCU_Alum_Releases_First_Book_and_Lectures_on_Faculty_at_Scotland_s_University_of_Aberdeen/ <p> CCU Alum Releases First Book and Lectures on Faculty at Scotland's University of Aberdeen "Singing the Ethos of God: On the Place of Christian Ethics in Scripture," written by Colorado Christian University (CCU) alum Dr. Brian Brock, has been selected for distribution by Eerdman's Publishing Company. This boo</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 18:39:22 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2007/CCU_Alum_Appointed_New_Mexico_Secretary_of_Labor,_Unifies_State_Workforce_Programs/ <p> CCU Alum Appointed New Mexico Secretary of Labor, Unifies State Workforce Programs In early 2007, Colorado Christian University alumna Betty Sparrow Doris was appointed New Mexico Secretary of Labor by Governor Bill Richardson. Doris brought more than 30 years of workforce management experience to the state. </p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 18:38:56 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2007/CCU_Adds_Experienced_Professor_to_Strong_Faculty_Team/ <p> CCU Adds Experienced Professor to Strong Faculty Team Colorado Christian University announced today the appointment of Dr. Phil Mitchell to the University faculty for the 2007-2008 academic year. For the past 23 years, Mitchell has taught history and various other subjects at the University of Colorado-Bould</p> Vannessa JacksonWed, 17 Oct 2012 20:28:48 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2007/Cal_Thomas_Speaks_This_Week_at_the_2007_Values-Aligned_Leadership_Summit_in_Denver/ <p> Cal Thomas Speaks This Week at the 2007 Values-Aligned Leadership Summit in Denver On Wednesday, April 18, 2007, at Denver's Grand Hyatt Hotel, Colorado Christian University will host its annual Values-Aligned Leadership Summit (VALS). This year's conference is themed "Media, Values, and Leaders" and will fea</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 18:38:22 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2007/Cal_Thomas_and_Bill_Armstrong_to_Speak_at_CCU_s_2007_Values-Aligned_Leadership_Summit/ <p> Cal Thomas and Bill Armstrong to Speak at CCU's 2007 Values-Aligned Leadership Summit Colorado Christian University (CCU) recently announced the 2007 Values-Aligned Leadership Summit (VALS), the fifth installment in the university's successful annual series. Introduced in 2003, the conference joins hundreds o</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 18:38:11 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2009/Bill_Armstrong,_a_Veteran_of_Capitol_Hill,_Keeps_His_Focus_on_Leadership_Issues/ <p> Bill Armstrong, a Veteran of Capitol Hill, Keeps His Focus on Leadership Issues Whether it's running a business, delivering an evangelical message at prayer breakfasts or representing his constituency in Colorado's Statehouse and the U.S. Congress, Bill Armstrong leaves little doubt where he stands: Strong Ch</p> Chris FranzSun, 23 Sep 2012 23:59:04 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2008/Bestselling_Author_Jerry_B__Jenkins_Discusses_Writing_with_CCU_Students/ <p> Bestselling Author Jerry B. Jenkins Discusses Writing with CCU Students Jerry B. Jenkins, author of three New York Times bestselling biographies and co-author of the popular Left Behind series, recently visited Colorado Christian University (CCU) to present during the upper-division capstone course, Integrati</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 18:53:05 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2011/At_Some_Schools,_Sports_Are_Only_Part_of_Athlete_Pride_and_Joy/ <p> At Some Schools, Sports Are Only Part of Athlete Pride and Joy April 2011 -- For the women of Colorado Christian University's varsity basketball team, community service isn't a once-a-season thing. It isn't done in obligation or as a public-relations gimmick. At CCU, it's integral to the lifestyle each student</p> Chris FranzThu, 13 Sep 2012 22:57:16 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2006/Armstrong_Named_President_of_Colorado_Christian_University/ <p> Armstrong Named President of Colorado Christian University Former U.S. Senator Bill Armstrong has been named President of Colorado Christian University, a University spokesman announced today. Armstrong will join CCU on August 15, 2006. He succeeds retiring president Dr. Larry Donnithorne who has been named p</p> Vannessa JacksonWed, 17 Oct 2012 20:48:18 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2008/Another_Step_Closer_For_CCU_Student_Scholarship_Eligibility/ <p> Another Step Closer For CCU Student Scholarship Eligibility The state of Colorado has decided not to contest a recent federal appeals court ruling that allows students at Colorado Christian University to receive state financial aid. State Higher Education Director David Skaggs and Attorney General John Suther</p> Vannessa JacksonWed, 17 Oct 2012 20:13:27 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2010/Accreditation_Team_Visits_Colorado_Christian_University/ <p> Accreditation Team Visits Colorado Christian University Colorado Christian University will undergo a comprehensive evaluation visit October 4-6 by a team representing The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. Rockmont College, one of CCU's founding institutions, w</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 18:19:53 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/News_Stories/News_Archive_-_2008/A_Rare_Window_to_China__CCU_to_Host_Photo_Exhibit_Fall_Semester/ <p> A Rare Window to China: CCU to Host Photo Exhibit Fall Semester Beginning this summer, Colorado Christian University (CCU) will host "China: The Other Side," an exhibit of images by photographer Cheryl Opperman of Littleton, Colorado. The exhibit will be open for public viewing from August 18 to Decembe</p> Vannessa JacksonFri, 19 Oct 2012 18:51:58 GMThttp://www.ccu.edu/news/vals2013wrapup/ <p> 11th Annual Values Aligned Leadership Summit Focuses on Free Enterprise Colorado Christian University’s 11th annual Values-Aligned Leadership Summit sought to connect almost 300 students with 450 local business executives at the Hyatt Regency in the Denver Tech Center. Exploring “The Moral Case for Free Ente</p> Carrie BotelloTue, 21 May 2013 22:27:08 GMT