Student Center
The Student Center, Student Lounge, or Café is the hub of campus life. Various locations have a study lounge, café, or other gathering areas; these are popular spots for students and community members to meet, study and relax. College-sponsored activities such as entertainers, speakers, and presentations are held in the common areas or other large group meeting spaces. Community events may also be held in the facility. Watch for information on upcoming events as posted on campus, displayed on electronic monitors, or posted online through your campus’s CMC websites, Basecamp or other social media sites.
Activities
Many campus activities occur throughout the school year. The Student Government Association sponsors some, and individual student clubs or organizations sponsor others. You are encouraged to become involved in the development of new activities that could benefit the student community as a whole. Students involved on campus are more likely to succeed in college.
Work through your campus Coordinator of Student Life, Academic Advisor, or College Council to volunteer or serve on a campus initiative committee, Student Government Association, or the Student Activities Committee.
Residence Halls
Colorado Mountain College offers on-campus housing at Spring Valley, Leadville, and Steamboat Springs campuses. Each room has a bathroom (shower, sink, toilet) and is furnished with beds, closets, a desk, a desk chair that converts to a gaming chair, a chest of drawers, and local phone service. Laundry rooms, TV lounges, study lounges, computer rooms, and other facilities are available.
New first-year, full-time students are required to live on campus for one year. Residents who live on campus must participate in the College Food Service Plan. Any full-time student (12 or more credit hours) is eligible to live on campus. Students may apply for housing online and submit a $300.00 deposit and a $50.00 non-refundable application fee. Residences are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Housing is limited and fills quickly, so we urge early reservations.
Each residential campus has a Director of Student Life and Housing, a Coordinator of Residence Life, and several Resident Assistants who reside on campus that provide assistance and oversight. On-campus residents are informed about who these people are and where their rooms are located.
An online Residence Hall Handbook, which can be found on the CMC Residence Hall Housing Policies webpage, outlines regulations and resources. It is your responsibility to review this information. For more detailed information, contact the Office of Residential Life.
Food Service
Meals are prepared in the dining facilities on residential campuses and served cafeteria style. The food service staff plans menus emphasizing nutrition, quality, and quantity. Specific information on dining services and meal plans is available on the Residence Life webpages. All residence hall students must participate in a food service meal plan. Contact your Dining Services General Manager regarding any questions or specific dietary needs.
Off-campus students, faculty, staff, and community members are encouraged to utilize campus dining facilities. Optional discount meal packages are available through the Student Accounts office or the dining services cashier.
Educational Programs
A series of educational and student life programs and online resources are offered to inform students about campus safety and security, sexual misconduct policies and procedures, drug and alcohol use/abuse, stress management, time management, relationship and communication skills, and college success strategies. See your Student Life or Student Services Offices for details.
Libraries
This section summarizes the library services available at Colorado Mountain College.
Library Contact Information:
Steamboat Springs: 970-870-4445
Glenwood Springs at Spring Valley - Quigley Library: 970-947-8271
Leadville: 719-486-4283
Virtual Library: 970-569-2926 or reference@coloradomtn.edu
The libraries at Colorado Mountain College offer an extensive collection of resources, available within the physical collections of the Spring Valley at Glenwood Springs, Steamboat Springs, and Leadville campus libraries in addition to 24/7 online through the Virtual Library website. The libraries provide access to books, videos, music, art images, audiobooks, career resources and practice tests, journals, magazines, maps, government documents, and course reserves. They also offer various services, including physical and virtual research assistance, library instruction, research guides and tutorials, and free Interlibrary Loan service.
Additional information about the CMC libraries can be found at http://library.coloradomtn.edu.
Learning Labs & Computer Labs
Colorado Mountain College provides additional resources and staff to assist students with their educational needs. Computer Labs provide access to online resources and educational technology needs. Many sites also have Tutoring Centers or Learning Resource Centers offering free tutoring services, supplemental instruction, self-paced skill building, and assistive technology. Contact your local campus for specific locations and hours of access, or check out the virtual tutoring tab on Basecamp.
Campus Stores
Campus stores at the Spring Valley and Steamboat Springs campuses provide CMC apparel and gifts, school and program supplies, snacks, and more. Leadville Campus Student Affairs sells a variety of CMC apparel. Questions: contact Steamboat Springs Campus Store at 970-870-4427 or The Eagle’s Nest Campus Store Spring Valley Campus at 970-947-8273.
Learning Materials Program
CMC participates in the flat rate, all-inclusive Learning Materials Program (LMP). This is an affordable, flat rate lease system and service that provides 100% of required materials by the first day of class or the start of the semester. It is automatically customized to the student’s schedule.
The fees for the Learning Materials Program are easily budgeted as “cost of attendance” in your financial aid and payment plans. Flat fees are not applicable for non-credit classes. The rate is assessed at $25.00 per credit hour.
Students participating in the Learning Materials Program automatically receive their textbooks. To see your textbook order and related information, please go to Basecamp (login required), then access Learning Materials Program under “My CMC Apps.” At the beginning of each semester, all LMP books are available as listed on the CMC website and Basecamp. Materials ship to the verified UPS physical shipping address. Please verify your address on the Learning Materials Program website.
Your lease agreement specifies that you will return the books promptly at the end of the semester. If you fail to return them as instructed, it is assumed that you want to purchase the books, and you will be billed for the purchase price of the books. Unpaid bills on your account will result in a “hold” that prevents you from registering for future classes.
Student Government & Organizations
The college recognizes clubs and organizations through the Student Government Association. One of the easiest ways for students to expand their educational experience is to join one or more established clubs or organizations or start one of their own. Clubs and organizations offer opportunities for students to take leadership positions and become involved in the college community. They also provide educational, social, and recreational experiences that enrich the students’ lives. Club officers gain leadership skills that have tremendous value in their professional lives after graduation. Clubs also give students a sense of belonging and the pleasure of spending time with people with similar interests.
The Student Government Association (SGA) and Student Activities Office sponsor a Clubs and Organizations Fair at the beginning of the fall and spring semesters. At this event, students are introduced to the various clubs and organizations, meet representative members, and learn about each group’s purpose, goals, and activities.
Residence Hall Association
The Residence Hall Association (RHA) is comprised of representatives of residence hall students who assist the residence hall staff in evaluating policies and procedures concerning residence hall living. They also plan or coordinate residence hall functions and activities.
Wellness
Most campuses do not have on-campus health services or facilities. Particular sites may provide essential physical or mental health services on a limited basis. The Student Services staff can refer students to appropriate medical personnel and assist in arranging medical appointments. Student Services staff can also help contact your instructors if you are ill or contending with an emergency.
Recreational Sports
Colorado Mountain College offers some intramural activities and club sports for its students. These activities include soccer, volleyball, basketball, and flag football. In addition to organized intramural sports, you will find some of the most incredible skiing, backpacking, rafting, kayaking, climbing, and mountain biking in your backyard!
Athletics
Colorado Mountain College has two collegiate-level varsity sports teams: Alpine Ski and Cross Country. See details at CMC Athletics. Go Eagles!
Service Learning
Colorado Mountain College supports and encourages students to get involved in their community and volunteer for civic service as part of their education.
Experiential education through community service is reciprocally beneficial for the community and students. For many community organizations, students augment service delivery, meet crucial human needs and provide a basis for future citizen support. Community service is an opportunity to: enrich and apply classroom knowledge; explore careers or majors; develop civic and cultural literacy; improve citizenship; leadership and occupational skills; enhance personal growth and self-image; develop job skills; and, most of all, foster a concern for public and human service and involvement. Most student clubs, organizations, and courses provide members with community service or service learning opportunities. Contact your Student Services Office for further details.
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