Up until recent history, same-sex marriage was either forbidden, shunned, or gave couples very few, if any, rights. Edith Windsor was a computer genius turned LGBTQ+ activist that changed the legal system for gay couples in every state with her ...

The gap in inequality for those who identify as LGBTQ+ has been ongoing for decades, if not centuries, in the United States. Remembering and celebrating the struggles, failures, efforts, and successes of the LGBTQ+ community is critical to humanity ...

In every culture, we find an array of incredible, interesting, delicious foods. To gain more insight into Hispanic Heritage Month, Baby Swoop asked several students about foods they remember having growing up. Warning: do not read if hungry! Ivan ...

If you’ve never heard of the Chicano Movement, Baby Swoop is here to educate you on the history of Denver’s Mexican-American protest for change that all started in 1969 at West High School in the neighborhood of Colfax. This social justice movement ...

Having a mental illness has always had a stigma around it. While we should be cognizant of those with mental health issues, World Mental Health Day, October 10, is dedicated to raising awareness and the continuous efforts in support of mental health ...

We know of Hispanic Heritage Month, but what do we know about its origins? It all began on June 11, 1968, when California Congressman George E. Brown introduced H.J. Res. 1299 to the House of Representatives as National Hispanic Heritage Week, which ...

We hear about historical Latinx figures in society, but what about the young Latinx people doing incredible work in the world of activism? Faith Florez is a third-generation Mexican-American and descendant of farmworkers. After hearing about the ...

Running away from social justice issues isn’t something we should do as a society. Race Against Isms is running towards building awareness about ableism, racism, sexism, classism, and more that affect people on a global scale. This is a race we ...

Joshua Sawicki was born in New Britain, Connecticut, into a family of Polish, French, and Native American descent. He began piano lessons at age four and has since studied at the Royal College of Music (London, England), Boston University, University ...

Meet CCD Music Professor Roger L. Harmon

CCD's ESL classes draw hundreds to our English language courses.

Today marks the last day of Black History Month for 2022. Black History Month was established in 1976 to honor and celebrate the accomplishments of Black Americans throughout American history. This past month CCD did just that. Throughout the month ...

CCD chemistry professor Lisa Eytel shares her thoughts on the importance of pronouns.

CCD is pleased to once again offer the RTD CollegePass for students enrolled in the spring semester. Students may be enrolled in online or on-campus courses at any of CCD’s three locations: Auraria, Lowry, or the Advanced Manufacturing Center. This ...

At CCD, there are three Black business professors from the same troubled neighborhood helping students of color from marginalized backgrounds reach for success and dream big.

A Message from President DeSanctis | Hispanic Heritage Month

CCD students like Jenna Duke and Zada Herrera are learning how to make their dream careers in journalism a reality through CCD’s journalism transfer degree program.

With another school year complete, we salute our incredible students with awards & accolades.

We wanted to provide you with information on an incident that occurred on the Auraria Campus, but that does not involve any members of our campus community. Learn more.

A Message from CCD President DeSanctis Regarding the Chauvin Trial. Learn more.

Dear Auraria Campus Community, Last week we sent a memo detailing the events of April 6, when a man stabbed a victim on an RTD light rail train near campus. Believing there was potential for a larger-scale active harmer situation based on the initial ...

We are committed to your safety and to communicating with you as transparently and purposefully as we can, particularly in emergency situations. Learn more about our emergency response reflection.

The Auraria Campus Police and Denver Police Departments responded to a stabbing that occurred near the Mile High Light Rail Station. Learn more.

CCD has partnered with The Health Education and Resources Institute (THEARI) to launch an enhanced version of the Health Careers Pre-Apprenticeship Program. Learn more!