CMC Vail Valley at Edwards Commencement 2020

Welcome to the CMC Vail Valley at Edwards virtual commencement! And, to all our graduates, congratulations for your well-earned degree or certificate!

Please see the schedule below for the virtual commencement program. You can also scroll down to read the list of graduates and click on their individual profiles.

We also invite you to share your celebration on social media via #cmcgrad2020.

Virtual Commencement Schedule

Welcome (01:00)

Carrie Besnette Hauser, Ph.D., President & Chief Executive Officer

State of Colorado Address (04:52)

Angie Paccione, Ph.D., Executive Director, Colorado Department of Higher Education

Campus Message (06:14)

Marc Brennan, Ph.D., Vice President & Dean of CMC Vail Valley

Introduction of Keynote Speaker (09:25)

Carrie Besnette Hauser, Ph.D., President & Chief Executive Officer

Keynote Address (10:03)

Lauren Casteel, B.A., President and Chief Executive Officer of The Women’s Foundation of Colorado

Student Address (26:16)

Patricia Hererra

Presentation of Degrees (28:47)

Dr. Marc Brennan Campus, Vice President & Dean of CMC Vail Valley

Conferring of Degrees (29:05)

Chris Romer, District 7, Eagle County Trustee

Reading of Names (29:20)

Larry Dutmer

Tassel Turn (42:08)

CMC Vail Valley Leadership

Dr. Marc Brennan
Campus Vice President & Dean

Dr. Amy Blakey
Assistant Dean of Instruction

Paula Hauswirth-Cummings
Assistant Dean of Instruction

Dr. Jeremiah Johnson
Assistant Dean of Instruction

Dr. Ted R. Long
Assistant Dean of Instruction

Recognition of Academic Achievement

4-YEAR TOP GRADUATE
Cole Stewart
Bachelor of Arts in Sustainability Studies

2-YEAR TOP GRADUATE
Rachel Pemberton
Associate of Applied Science, EMT Paramedic

Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society

Phi Theta Kappa recognizes the academic achievement of college students and provides opportunities for its members to grow as scholars and leaders. Established in 1918, Phi Theta Kappa has a presence on almost 1,300 community college campuses in 11 nations.

Jacob M Amaya
Breana Briones
Sayra Elizabeth Gonzalez Fernandez

Tania Loera
Isabella Francesca Marquez
Cole Stewart

2020 Graduates

Final certificates and degrees are dependent on review and certification by the CMC Registrar’s Office.

First Name:

Last Name:

First Name	Last Name	Middle Name/Middle Initial	Home Town	Home State	Your Social Media Links	Campus	Additional Degrees	Status	Gratitude	CMC Memories	Degree Name	Program Name
Alessie	Acosta		Gypsum	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards		CEPA	Gratitude I would like to thank the Academy, and by "the Academy" I mean my family. First, my parents, who lovingly and proudly support my decisions and who serve as my prime inspiration to be awesome; my brothers, who I can play "Super Smash Bros." with at any time and allow me to revert back to the ways of a child; and my sister, who is a total badass and through academia is the only way I can reach her level. I'd also like to thank Jim Thompson for vouching for me and being an understanding academic advisor. Thank you to anyone who has sent me good vibes and wishes. Special shout-out to Matthew McConaughey, who in "Dazed and Confused" coolly noted, "It'd be a lot cooler if you did." This degree is an example of when it is indeed a lot cooler if you did. Stay fresh, Alessie		Associate of Arts
Shawna	Adams	Ellen	Eagle	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude I want to thank my parents for supporting me and being there to help me along the way. They have helped me so much. My friends have been so supportive as well. Thanks to everyone who helped me through this last two years. I appreciate all of you.		Associate of Science	Psychology
Olya	Aden		Frisco	CO	Social Media Links https://www.instagram.com/olya_aden	Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude Thank you to my family and friends, who have supported me through this course and the tough times. Couldn't have done it with out you all.	Memory All of our long hours on lab day. Great group of people to share the experience with!	Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Certified Nurse Aide
Dora	Aguilar Gonzalez	Giselt	Eagle	CO	Social Media Links https://www.facebook.com/GMoneySmallss/ https://www.instagram.com/Gigii.Smallss/	Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude Thank you for the amazing opportunity of being able to contribute to my community and making this possible for me.	Memory Thank you Ms. Givens & Ms. Chato for sharing your knowledge with me.	Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Early Childhood Education - Early Childhood Teacher
Dalia	Alaniz					Vail Valley at Edwards					Associate of Arts	Spanish
Connor	Allison					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	EMT Basic
Sandra	Almanza	Rocio	Avon	CO	Social Media Links https://www.instagram.com/coloradomtnco https://www.facebook.com/ColoradoMtnCollege https://www.linkedin.com/school/colorado-mountain-college	Vail Valley at Edwards					Associate of Applied Science	Early Childhood Education
Clementina	Almaraz					Vail Valley at Edwards					Associate of Arts
Jonathan	Almaraz					Vail Valley at Edwards					Associate of Arts	Business
Albert	Almodova	Harley	Fort Stockton	CO	Social Media Links https://www.instagram.com/ahalmodova	Vail Valley at Edwards		Veteran	Gratitude My brother Anthony and my sister Naomi for pushing me when I wanted to give up. The amazing instructors at CMC who always went above and beyond to help. My academic advisor Paula who insisted that I better myself when I didn’t want to!		Associate of Applied Science	Resort Management
Kevin	Alvarez	A	Basalt	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude I appreciate all the time and effort that was put in by all the staff to allow me to accomplish my degree. I worked hard and was able to obtain this associate degree with the goal of one day obtaining a bachelors degree. This was just the start of it and I can thank every single person who helped me along the way. With all the challenges in this world, comes great reward. I personally think this was a great experience that I will forever have engraved in my memories. Thank you all at CMC!		Associate of Applied Science	Culinary Arts Vail Valley
Alison	Alvarez					Vail Valley at Edwards					Associate of Arts
Jacob	Amaya					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Certified Nurse Aide
Benjamin	Anderson	D	Hesston	KS		Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude I want to thank Mercedes Quesada-Embid who started the Sustainability Studies program at CMC years ago for cultivating a welcoming culture in the class room. Kim Langmaid has also done a fantastic job of continuing the program after Mercedes left. I am also so grateful for my parents who have believed in me and supported me from afar, while also remembering my friends and colleagues who I consider family. I love you all.	Memory I remember being so nervous for my first semester back in college after more than ten years and everyone making me feel so welcome. For everyone I've ever had the chance to have a class with, thank you all for helping to create that environment.	Associate of General Studies
Elide	Andrade Uribe	Lizeth	Carbondale	CO	Social Media Links https://www.facebook.com/elide.andrade https://www.instagram.com/_elidee/	Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude I would like to thank my mom for alway supporting me to finish school. I would also like to thank all my instructors for all their help and support.	Memory CMC has always been there for me, through think and thin. I was in a terrible car accident and when I went back to school CMC was very helpful and made the process easy.	Associate of Applied Science	Medical Assistant
Abril	Arenales		Dotsero	CO	Social Media Links https://www.instagram.com/abrilarenales	Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude Thank you to my parents for supporting me in everything I do, to all my professors at CMC, to Sydney Chagoya for helping me survive the semester, and to Bratzo Horruitiner for believing in me Gracias a mis papás por apoyarme en todo lo que hago, a todas mis profesoras de CMC, a Sydney Chagoya por ayudarme a sobrevivir el semestre, y a Bratzo Horruitiner por creer en mí		Associate of Arts	Spanish
Audrey	Asfazadour					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Certified Nurse Aide
Katrina	Baca		Minturn	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude Grateful to all the teachers and tutors who helped me get to where I am.	Memory Happy to remember all the experiments, trips and especially the friends I made along the way.	Occupational Proficiency Certificate	EMT Basic
Joshua	Baker					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	EMT Basic
Kelsea	Baldwin	Grace	Gypsum	CO	Social Media Links https://www.facebook.com/kelsea.g.baldwin https://www.instagram.com/kel.c.grace/ https://vsco.co/kelseabaldwin/gallery	Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude Thank you to my parents, Toby and Amy Baldwin, for being my biggest support and always pushing me to strive to become the best person I can be. Also, I am very appreciative of my siblings, Madison and Noah Baldwin, for always being there for me and having my back. And a big shout out to Jim Thompson, my career and college counselor, for guiding me through school with the Early College High Program. I couldn't have done it without this amazing support system.		Associate of Science
Gabriel	Baldwin					Vail Valley at Edwards					Bachelor of Science	Sustainability Business
Raegan	Ball					Vail Valley at Edwards					Associate of General Studies
Stephen	Barela					Vail Valley at Edwards					Associate of Applied Science	Natural Resource Management
Jessica	Barkemeyer	Grace	Norwood	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards		CEPA	Gratitude I would like to firstly thank my family, especially my mom, for the support in my reaching this goal. This would include my brother, my dad, my grandparents, and all of my extended family. I would also like to thank my teachers and community members for instilling in me a work ethic and drive for success that allowed me to earn this degree.		Associate of Arts
Mona	Barnawi					Vail Valley at Edwards					Associate of Arts	Early Childhood Education
Destiny	Barraza	Angeleigh	Leadville	CO	Social Media Links https://www.facebook.com/destiny.barraza.1	Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude I am thankful for my family and friends for always pushing me to keep going and for guiding me. I would like to personally thank my grandparents for keeping me on my toes and to never give up on my dreams and goals.		Associate of Applied Science	Accounting - Bookkeeper
Stephen	Beane		Edwards	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards					Bachelor of Arts	Sustainability Studies
Sonia	Becerra					Vail Valley at Edwards					Associate of Arts	Business
Mia	Beyer	Catherine	Gypsum	CO	Social Media Links https://www.instagram.com/practice_congruence/ https://www.facebook.com/mia.beyer.5	Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude Thank you, mom for offering for me to come back home to continue school. Thank you, dad for supporting the idea. I am so grateful that I did! Thank you, mom, and dad, for your continued support and encouragement in my studies. You both have made it an ideal situation for me to excel and achieve my academic goals. I am very lucky. I love you both very much! Deb Meese, without your guidance and patience, I would not have made it to through a handful of my classes. My academic skills have grown because you have instilled confidence in me. Thank you for the time you have spent tutoring me. I am proud to have you as a role model and a friend. Thanks, Kevin Cote, for running the Tutoring Lab and carrying a positive vibe every encounter we have had. Thanks, Bailee McDaniel, for patiently explaining Algebra to me and finding ways to help it make sense and for our side exchanges about Netflix shows, Sustainability, etc. Thank you, Kelle Roberts, for being a wonderful and inspiring writer and friend. You made me feel comfortable with writing about topics I am passionate about. Thank you, Charlee House, for your incredible patience while drawing out and explaining several biological systems countless times. You made my most challenging subject clearer. Thank you, Ed Winters, James Aspey and Natasha Cuculovski for being an inspiration to me and to others and for always speaking up for the voiceless.	Memory Evan Weatherbie and Matt Parker took me and five other students to World Pride in New York for the 50th Anniversary of Stonewall Uprising! It was an incredible gift and once in a lifetime experience, I will never forget. Thank you to those who stood up for who they were and paved a way for future LGBTQ+ members like me. Thank you, Evan, Matt, and CMC for making the trip possible.	Associate of Arts
Craig	Bifano	Francis	Leadville	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude To my awesome wife I could not have finished with out your support. And to my son Paxton, your smiling face has kept me going in the hardest of times. I love you both. Xoxox.		Associate of Applied Science	EMS Paramedic
Alec	Bolton					Vail Valley at Edwards					Associate of Science	Biology
Breana	Briones	Laine	Arvada	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards	Additional Degree(s) Associates of spanish	Phi-Theta-Kappa	Gratitude Colorado mountain college has more than supported my dreams and helped me achieve many goals! The community that this small college creates is an amazing environment that sets all students up for success. I would like to thank all the staff and teachers who have poored so much time into my education! ( Tim Loes, Stacy Yarnell, Carol Koch- just to mention a few!) Thank you to the many scholarship donors who have funded and supported my education in many more ways than one! And finally, the biggest thanks to my husband Erick, who has continually been there for me through all the late nights studying and supported me every step of the way. He has always put my dream first and helped me succed by keeping the rest of life running smoothly! Shout out to my dog Milo for begging me to take study breaks and go for a run- he helped me stay sane!! Lots of love for all of my CMC family- i will never forget the amazing opportunities i have experienced and accomplished because of all of you!		Associate of Science	Biology
Yesenia	Briones	C	Edwards	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude Special thank you to my family for always being supportive.		Associate of Arts	Business
Victorianne	Bruce					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	EMT Basic
Bianca	Buechel		Eagle	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards		CEPA	Gratitude Thank you to all my high school teachers and mentors along this difficult yet enduring experience!		Associate of Science
Tenley	Burwell					Vail Valley at Edwards		CEPA			Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Certified Nurse Aide
Sean	Burwell					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Sustainable Cuisine Operations I & II
Romina	Calderon Eulogio	Gabriela	Eagle	CO	Social Media Links https://www.instagram.com/mountainsandbikes/?hl=es https://www.facebook.com/mina1007/	Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude Thanks to all the teachers who support me in every step to achieve my goals. Thanks to my amazing co-workers for being so flexible with my class schedule. Thanks to my amazing director at Vail Child Center for her amazing support. Thanks to all the children at my job, who inspired me and pushed me to take these classes in order to be a better teacher. Finally thanks to my amazing husband who was patient.		Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Early Childhood Education- Early Childhood Teacher
Kelly	Campbell	E	Bridgeport	PA		Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude I need to thank my family for helping me through college. From the late nights of working, dealing with my tiredness and just being supportive. I love you Andrei, Lillian, and Lily!!		Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Certified Nurse Aide
Leslie	Cano Reyes					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Early Childhood Education- Early Childhood Teacher
Giorgio	Cantele		Italy / Mexico			Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude Heartfelt thanks to a caring and dedicated higher education institution. It was a joy learning in the wonderful top quality environment you provide to all students.		Bachelor of Arts	Sustainability Studies
Brisa	Carrillo		Edwards	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude I want to thank my friends and family for always giving me support. Also a big thank you to all the members of CMC and especially to Katherine Osten for always helping me in everything and answering my questions and doubts.		Associate of Arts
Andrea	Cerretani		Avon	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude I was truly inspired by my classmates throughout this whole experience. I am excited to get into the healthcare world more than ever now to help people!		Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Certified Nurse Aide
Sydney	Chagoya Maruri		Gypsum	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude I am grateful for the supportive and encouraging teachers and students I have met here.	Memory My favorite memory from CMC was my class discussions in my education class.	Associate of Arts
Aspen	Chagoya Maruri	Neomi	Gypsum	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude I would like to thank the people and foundations that have supported me. Youth Power365, the Carri Casner Family, and Guardian Scholars have assisted me throughout my four years in college, and I will graduate debt-free because of them. I would also like to thank my family and my professors. Gracias a mi familia, Basil, Mami, Dad, Leo, y Sydney, por ser paciente conmigo y apoyarme. I especially want to thank Mr. Weatherbie for believing in me during my first year of college. I am grateful for my teachers, Leti, Erin, JT, Jessica, and Jean for inspiring me to teach with passion. Sebastian, my mentor has had a huge impact on my teaching and as a person. He has helped me flourish into a teacher, and I thank him for not only being my mentor but my friend, too. I also appreciate the support I've had from Eagle County Schools. EVE, especially, has helped me develop my teaching skills, by allowing me to be apart of their school and community. To my cohort, I am so grateful to have met you and I can't wait to support one another as teachers. I am thankful for all the people in my life who have fostered my triumphs because I couldn't have done it without your support.		Bachelor of Arts	Education
Gloria	Chairez Aguilera	Isabel	Gypsum	CO	Social Media Links https://www.facebook.com/gloria.chairez.98	Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude I would like to thank all of my family for their support. I will like to thank all of the CMC staff for their support. Most of all I would like to thank my mother and my father. My mother taught me to be kind and to look for the good in everyone. My father taught me that as long as I put my head and heart into all my projects I can achieve anything. I would like to thank Indios landscaping for providing me a job all of these years. Without their support and flexible hours I wouldn't have been able to get where I’m at. Even though on days we worked under the hot sun and others in blizzards I wouldn't change a thing, because I learned that hard work helps the most beautiful flowers bloom. This is not my end, it's just another step to achieve my long life dream to go onto graduate school and get the Juris Doctorate.	Memory This past year has been an exciting transition. I was in the process of finishing my bachelors degree and studying for the LSAT. In this time I had an amazing group of women guiding me and cheering me on though the process. Paula Hauswirth-Cummings helped me understand my path. I received lots of help from Katy Walker, She helped me get resources to use for the LSAT as well as helped me though some tedious. Katherine Osten helped me find my dream school. It took many college visits but I found the one with her help. Most importantly Cynthia Bell who cheered me on every step of the way.	Bachelor of Science	Business Administration
Pedro	Chairez Aguilera	Jose	Gypsum	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude I would like to thank Katherine Osten for all of her support and guidance that she has provided me. She has been an amazing person that has gone beyond her way to help me. I want to make her proud of my accomplishment and continue beyond. I would like to thank all the teachers at CMC such as David A Franke, Dr. Tim Loes, and Dr. Josh Stepanek. Their great teaching has impacted my career path in a good way. I want to pursue a new career which I will know I will enjoy. Biology and micro-bio are different fields of science however I can choose a path that will have both.	Memory My greatest memories at the Vail valley Edward campus were in the lab. I loved going to the lab with different instructors so I could learn about microorganisms, human anatomy and physiology, and biology. The day that we had a lab was great because all the different types of experiments and activities provided depth on what we were learning. Seeing is believing and being able to see how bacteria can change over time was very cool. We were successfully able to make them glow. The point of this was to see how the bacteria could intake DNA and use it. This process was called bacterial transformation. Learning in this type of environment is great because I can learn and do something with my hands.	Associate of Science
Alexandra	Chavez					Vail Valley at Edwards					Associate of Science
Andrea	Chavez					Vail Valley at Edwards	Occupational Proficiency Certificate in Early Childhood Education- Early Childhood Teacher				Associate of General Studies
Leslie	Chavez		Gypsum	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude I wish to thank everyone who has been supporting me along the way. I feel grateful that God and life put people like Brazto Horruitiner, Jim Thompson, Ron Davis, and Kimberly Carmitchel in my path. These are people who are supporting me unconditionally to move forward and fulfill my dreams.		Associate of Arts
Karla	Chavira	Elizabeth	Gypsum	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude I am grateful for all my teachers who were part of this big accomplishment. Without them I would not be where I am today.		Associate of Arts
Zachary	Cherry	I	Eagle	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards		Veteran	Gratitude Thank you to my family, my Academy Cadre and brothers and the Greater Eagle Fire Protection District for the inspiration and support that has motivated me to get to where I am today. It is this very same foundation that will allow me to reach unimaginable heights in my life, and I only hope that I can do the same for you too.	Memory There is nothing quite like watching fire floating above you, suspended by nothing but air, surrounded by your brothers in a 900 plus degree room, thinking "wow, how in the....! Is this real?!"	Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Fire Academy I
Becky	Close		Golden	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards	Additional Degree(s) Sustainable Leadership Cetificate		Gratitude My fellow SUS students, I have learned from and been inspired by each one of you! Thank you to Mercedes, Kim and all of the CMC faculty. My supportive husband, Nick, and our 3 daughters, Sage, Skylar, and Eden, thank you for taking this journey with me.		Bachelor of Arts	Sustainability Studies
Randel	Cohen					Vail Valley at Edwards					Bachelor of Applied Science	Leadership & Management
Nathaniel	Cope					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Fire Academy I
Maricruz	Cornelio Dominguez					Vail Valley at Edwards					Associate of Science
Zeiri	Cortes	A	Gypsum	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards	Additional Degree(s) EMT		Gratitude I would like thank everyone who has impacted my life and shaped me into the person I am today. I would like to thank my family, who has gone through this journey with me, held on throughout all the ups and downs that life has thrown at me, and for their continuous support of me, no matter how many times they have had to build me back up when I would break down. I would like to thank those who showed me compassion, and who never tried to force their ideals on me. I would also like to thank the people who tried to help me in any way possible through this journey, may it have been financially, emotionally, educationally, spiritually, and mentally. But most importantly I would like to thank my mom, who knows everything I went through to get here where I am today, who has always been my biggest supporter, who always stays up late with me when I am working on a project or studying for an exam, and who always made sure I got some sleep or was mentally okay and took a much needed break.		Associate of Arts
Keta	Cose					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Phlebotomy
Steven	Cowles					Vail Valley at Edwards					Associate of Arts	Psychology
Jennifer	Crabtreee	Michelle	Vail	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude Special thank you to the staff at CMC: Lisa Tuthill for financial guidance; Paula for organizing my class schedules; Adam for being super-efficient and helpful; Katie Walker for her academic support and for providing a safe space for students to study. Shout-out to my professors Kim Wynn and Kira Sadler for their patience, great lectures, and passion. Dr. Kim Langmaid has been part of my sustainability journey since I attended Gore Range Natural Science School at age 5...at 25 she was my final professor in the bachelor’s program and advised me during capstone...it all came full circle with Kim, thank you! A special thank you to my grandparents who encouraged higher education and traveling. My parents, siblings, Kiyah, Steve and Michelle for their unconditional support, love and humor during this journey. Much gratitude for my fellow-student cohort as well…you know who you are!! Last, but certainly not least, a special thank you to Dr. Mercedes Quesada-Embid. She was my main mentor throughout my years at CMC and without her I don't think I would have finished school. Under her guidance a passion for healing the earth was awakened within me. I will carry this and fond memories of being in Bhutan together with me for life. Jerry Garcia and his music for keeping me calm and centered when school got stressful. Love and light!	Memory Picking up food from Avi and Jasmine's Greek restaurant while chatting with students in the lounge area followed by bugging Katie in the library. Bob's philosophy lectures and Larry's student community break sessions. All the amazing speakers we have had in our auditorium, most notably the Lakota Tribe. The cohort I have developed with fellow SUS students who share my passion and of course my life changing trip to Bhutan. I have left this institute so enriched, so grateful, and truly blessed. Thank you CMC for everything!	Bachelor of Arts	Sustainability Studies
Kevin	Cross					Vail Valley at Edwards					Bachelor of Science	Business Administration
Ryan	Cullen					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Fire Science - Driver Operator
Donna	Cupples	Cupples	Eagle	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude Thank you so much to Jessica and Erika for being wonderful supportive teachers.		Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Certified Nurse Aide
Ryan	Currence					Vail Valley at Edwards					Associate of Applied Science	EMS Paramedic
Kenzie	Davidson					Vail Valley at Edwards	Occupational Proficiency Certificate Early Childhood Education-Group Leader				Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Early Childhood Education-Director
Paul	Drabsch	M	Avon	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude Thanks to all the staff and my classmates for such a memorable experience!		Occupational Proficiency Certificate	EMT Basic
Valeria	Duarte-Munoz		Gypsum	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards		CEPA			Associate of Arts
Sarah	Earley					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	EMT Basic
Priscila	Enriquez					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	EMT Basic
Jaqueline	Esparza		Gypsum	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude I would like to thank my parents for supporting me through this journey. Thank you for always supporting me and motivating me to keep going. I would also like to thank my friends for always supporting me and being there for me.		Associate of Arts	Business
Liv	Fagerholm					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	EMT Basic
Erika	Favela					Vail Valley at Edwards		CEPA			Associate of Arts
Andrew	Feeney					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	EMT Basic
Irene	Figueroa					Vail Valley at Edwards					Associate of Applied Science	Early Childhood Education
Tanya	Fitzgerald					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Early Childhood Education- Early Childhood Teacher
Zachary	Fletcher	David	Gypsum	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards		Phi-Theta-Kappa	Gratitude I’d like to thank all the professors I had at CMC for making it so memorable for me.		Associate of Arts
Sydney	Forbes	Logan				Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude I want to thank Children's Garden of Learning for supporting me through this semester so I could earn this degree.		Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Early Childhood Education - Early Childhood Teacher
Liam	Foutz					Vail Valley at Edwards					Associate of Arts
Sunny	Frost	Rae	Avon	CO	Social Media Links https://www.instagram.com/butterbean_frost/ https://www.facebook.com/sunnyraeday https://www.linkedin.com/in/sunnyraefrost/	Vail Valley at Edwards	Additional Degree(s) Sustainable Business		Gratitude I want to thank the staff of Vail's Mountain Haus. Their support and flexibility has allowed me to succeed. Mike Gonzales, Jenny Crabtree, Maddi Dougherty, Jackie Vaneyll, Georgio Cantele, and Keith Labbe. I have learned a degree full from you all! I will never forget the lessons you have taught me. Lenny Siegel for proof reading my papers and fact checking my lessons. Finally, my Bhutanese Bhuddies! For a bunch of Chilups, you all are not too bad to spend 3 weeks with!	Memory Back Seat Crew, freezing magic Mike finally taking my coat because I convinced him that I couldn't carry it anymore, seeing Wild Horses with Kim Wynn, Billy realizing that he is a horse whisperer, the insane SUS conference with WWF panel and Mercedes in her Kira, the day we were told that Mercedes was leaving. That day, a round table of students hearts were breaking. Day's later, we tapped into our inner Mercedes to ensure the SUS program would remain as she left it. Walking like Cynthia Bell to get a bean cake in Japan, girl talks in Thimphu, planning with Mike, Jenny and I debating and supporting each other. Mercedes satisfied silence as class discussions got out of control. Crying in the class room, crying while learning that we all are brothers and sisters in a Lakota Tribal circle, crying missing you all already!	Bachelor of Science	Business Administration
Clara	Fuerte					Vail Valley at Edwards					Associate of Applied Science	Early Childhood Education
Elena	Fundureanu		Vail	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude I would like to thank my family and the donors that helped me to get here and achieve this!		Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Accounting - Bookkeeper
Alexis	Gallegos					Vail Valley at Edwards					Associate of Arts
Michael	Gandolfo					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	EMS Paramedic
Jose	Garcia	A	Vail	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards					Associate of Applied Science	Resort Management
Gabriela	Garcia					Vail Valley at Edwards					Associate of Science	Psychology
Joseline	Garcia Parra		Gypsum	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude Thank You! to my family for always supporting me in these two years. Thank You! to the great staff at Colorado Mountain College because they help me so much and support me in my classes.	Memory I really enjoy going to class every week. I had so much fun with my classmates and the professor.	Associate of Science	Psychology
Samantha	Gayle		Avon	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude Thank you Larry Dutmer for allowing me to complete this program in 1 1/2 years.		Associate of Applied Science	Paralegal
Angela	Gehrig	Rae	Barnesville	MN		Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude Thank you CMC professors, family, friends, and employers for all of your help and support along the way!		Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Hospitality Operations
Benjamin	Godec					Vail Valley at Edwards					Associate of Arts	Psychology
Estefania	Godoy Vizcarra	Montserrat	Avon	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards		CEPA	Gratitude I am extremely grateful for the amount of support and acceptance Colorado Mountain College displays towards the Latino community. Being a first generation student has its challenges, but given all of the resources provided by not only the schools, but from the community as a whole has made the hard work completely worth it. This is the first step towards a future of giving back to the community that helped me and many others grow.	Memory I think all the walks around the pond for extra credit, assigned by Ms. Carmitchel in psychology class, were definitely one of the many experiences I will vividly remember from CMC.	Associate of Arts
Michael	Gonzales					Vail Valley at Edwards					Bachelor of Arts	Sustainability Studies
Joseph	Gonzales					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Phlebotomy
Brienna	Gonzalez		Gypsum	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude I wanna thank my family and friends for supporting me and giving me the motivation to keep going. I wanna thank my mom and my family from Mexico for sticking by my side. Also I’m forever thankful for my God to help me get to where I am today.	Memory One of my favorite CMC memories is being able to hang out with my cousins because they come from the Roaring Fork Valley to Edwards to come to school. Also, another good memory is being able to learn how to save lives by taking the EMT course. I wanna thank Morgan and everyone who helped her with the EMT class.	Bachelor of Science	Business Administration
Jessica	Gonzalez					Vail Valley at Edwards					Associate of Arts	Psychology
Sayra	Gonzalez Fernandez	Elizabeth	Gypsum	CO	Social Media Links https://www.facebook.com/sayra.gonzalez.71 https://www.instagram.com/sayrahndz/	Vail Valley at Edwards	Additional Degree(s) Endorsement in Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Education and an Endorsement in Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Bilingual Education Specialist	Phi-Theta-Kappa	Gratitude I am thankful to my family for supporting me through this process in accomplishing my dream and to my professors who have shared with me their knowledge in education and have taught me so much. Thank you to my mentor teachers along my path in the education program who have made me a part of their classrooms in preparing me for when my time comes to have that experience. Graduating is a dream I would have never imagined and I couldn't have done it without the amazing people that are part of my life. I did it.		Bachelor of Arts	Education
Olivia	Gorr					Vail Valley at Edwards					Bachelor of Science	Business Administration
Maria	Guardian					Vail Valley at Edwards					Associate of Arts
Daniel	Guevara					Vail Valley at Edwards					Associate of General Studies
Alma	Gurrola	P	Edwards	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude Thank you to all the donors who have made this possible for many students. I would also like to thank my siblings, who inspire me to keep learning. But most importantly, thank you to my mother, who has been with me and supports me.		Bachelor of Applied Science	Leadership & Management
Alexis	Guzman		Leadville	CO	Social Media Links https://www.instagram.com/alxrascon_	Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude My parents have been the biggest support system during my journey to getting my higher education! They will always be my motivation and all my degrees will always be for them!	Memory My favorite CMC memory is when I lived in the Spring Valley campus for the semester. I really learned a lot about myself and I met some of the most amazing people there.	Associate of Arts	Business
Kevin	Hadfield					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Phlebotomy
David	Haffeman					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	EMT Basic
Christy	Hanson					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Phlebotomy
Thomas	Harmon					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Fire Academy I
Macee	Harris					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Early Childhood Education - Early Childhood Teacher
Lexie	Harris					Vail Valley at Edwards					Associate of Arts	Business
Aidan	Harvey					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	EMT Basic
Luis	Hernandez	E	Vail	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude Thank you to all the staff, specifically Katherine Osten and Jim Thompson for helping me in not only the classes I was taking, but also for preparing me for the future. They worked so hard to get the right answers for me when something was unclear and I thank for that as I would be lost without them. I am happy to all the new friends I made through student and teachers alike. They really are the true embodiment of what our community strives to be. They all taught me so much and I do believe I can finally tackle the world because of them. Thank you !		Associate of Science
Ana	Hernandez Carillo					Vail Valley at Edwards					Associate of Arts
Patricia	Herrera	Michelle	Santa Fe	NM	Social Media Links https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100007547346846	Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude It has been a long journey and I am happy to say that I have an incredible amount of support along the way. My husband Matt has been my rock and has helped me through the stressful times and has celebrated the successes with me. My parents and friends have been amazing. The CMC staff are by far one of the biggest reasons I am graduating. Every single staff member has helped me in one way or another. I feel like they have been my biggest advocates on this journey.	Memory I have had many great memories at CMC but my favorite memory would be studying on the endless night to fight procrastination that CMC hold every semester. My first year at CMC was nerve wrecking and scary but this study night made me realize that I had CMC staff and students by my side to get through it.	Bachelor of Applied Science	Leadership & Management
Lori	Hinkle					Vail Valley at Edwards					Associate of Applied Science	Medical Assistant
Peter	Hodgson					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Fire Science - Driver Operator
William	Holder					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Fire Academy I
Randy	Holguin					Vail Valley at Edwards					Associate of Arts	Business
Teyler	Hurst					Vail Valley at Edwards					Associate of Applied Science	EMS Paramedic
Sara	Jimenez	I	Avon	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude Thank you to my parents for always supporting me and doing the best so that I can have a better life education than they did. Also thank you to early college and trio for helping me succeed at CMC.		Associate of Arts
Ian	Keyser	Anthony	North Las Vegas	NV		Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude Thank you CMC staff for allowing me the opportunity to complete this degree from a distance. A special thanks to Jim Thompson and Larry Dutmer for your support and help throughout these past two years.		Associate of Arts	Business
Samantha	Klein	L				Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude Thank you to Kelly, Autumn, Mare & Ricky for all your support, love and encouragement. I couldn't have done this without you. I love you all!		Bachelor of Applied Science	Leadership & Management
Cicely	Kohler					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Phlebotomy
Kaselynn	Komives	Bleu	Lindsay	CA		Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude Fortunately I have been blessed with so much help and support on this journey, and for that I have so many to thank! Thank you to the CMC front desk staff for always starting my day off right. Thank you to the CMC front office staff for all the pep talks and crazy conversations you all allowed me to have when I needed a break from to much screen time. Thank you to everyone in the student success center for I would not have had a plan to conquer and challenge myself if it weren't for you all. Thank you to every CMC instructor who has ever had to deal with me and has helped me beyond what I could have ever had expected. Thank you to the Learning Lab for the countless of hours of tutoring and venting. Thank you to all the people I have met along the way and turned into amazing friendships. Thank you for my extended family who have supported and loved me from near or far. Thank you to my amazing boyfriend and daughter for the countless of sacrificed hours for school and work, thank you for being supportive and most of all patient. Lastly, thank you to my amazing parents, because truly I could have not made it without their love and full support and then some, more than I could ever repay!	Memory I have been blessed with soooo many memories because of CMC and unfortunately I don't have the time or space to right about every single one, but they are memories that I will always have and cherish.	Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Certified Nurse Aide
Jamie	Kostka					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Certified Nurse Aide
Carl	Krencis		Spring Grove	IL		Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude I want to say thank you to my counselor, Paula Hauswirth-Cummings for keeping me motivated and being supportive during tough times. Also thank you to my professors for being all around great professors. I came into college not knowing what I really wanted to do with my degree but because of Robert Cartelli I found my niche in marketing so I want to thank him as well. Also thank you to my family, friends and my amazing girlfriend for always being supportive and pushing me to finish up my degree. I truly couldn‚Äôt of done this without them.	Memory My biggest memory at CMC would be being able to attend such a great school in such an awesome town. I loved being able to be outside whether snowboarding, hiking and just enjoying the great outdoors that Colorado has to offer while attending this great school.	Bachelor of Science	Business Administration
Eva-Maria	Lane					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Certified Nurse Aide
Nicole	Layman	V	Avon	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards		Phi-Theta-Kappa			Associate of Arts	Business
Kraig	Leach					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Fire Science - Driver Operator
Aaron	Ledezma					Vail Valley at Edwards					Associate of Arts
John	Lehew	Francis	Eagle	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude Kathy Lehew John Lehew Jake Lehew Jane Szucs Mindy White		Associate of Science	Chemistry
Gretchen	Lentz	Marie	Edwards	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards		CEPA	Gratitude I would like to thank my wonderful friends and family for all they have done to support me in the process of achieving this degree. I would especially like to thank my Mom, Dad, and brother Patrick for always pushing me to keep going no matter how tough things got. My deepest thanks go to all of my professors and the staff at CMC, I could not have made it here without your support. Finally I want to say thank you to Dr. Bell and Professor Roberts for all they have done to me during my journey at CMC, I will carry the lessons I learned in your classes with me for life.		Associate of Arts
Carlos	Leon Sanchez					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	A+ Computer Technician
Brittany	LeTendre		Granite	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards		Phi-Theta-Kappa	Gratitude Although Mercedes is no longer a member of CMC's Faculty. I wanted to acknowledge the work that she accomplished and the influence she had on her students. Mercedes is an incredible instructor who didn't let academia and the bureaucracy within that silence her. She continued to show the students that you can and should fight for what is important while also remaining impressively positive while teaching about one of the most depressing subjects on the planet. Thank you Mercedes for being a positive role model through and through.		Bachelor of Arts	Sustainability Studies
Tania	Loera		Edwards	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards		Phi-Theta-Kappa	Gratitude Thanks to my family and friends who have supported me on my academic journey		Associate of General Studies
Briana	Lopez					Vail Valley at Edwards					Associate of General Studies
Isaiah	MacHigua-Calona					Vail Valley at Edwards					Associate of Arts	Business
Josefina	Madero		Buenos Aires, Argentina			Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	EMT Basic
Reilly	Madone					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Phlebotomy
Maria	Magana					Vail Valley at Edwards					Associate of Arts
Isabella	Marquez					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Sustainable Cuisine Operations I & II
Molly	Marshall		Gypsum	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards					Associate of General Studies
Lorena	Martinez					Vail Valley at Edwards					Associate of Arts	Business
Molly	McCabe	Therese				Vail Valley at Edwards	Additional Degree(s) AA: Political Science				Associate of Arts	Business
Eric	McCue					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Snow, Weather & Avalanche Field Technician
Holly	McGrath	H	Gypsum	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude I would like to thank my husband and boys for their support of me returning to school; my supervisor and coworkers for their support; and our instructors Jessica and Erika for their time and effort getting us through the program and the readjusting that has had to happen this spring to complete the program.	Memory Nothing will beat the memory of CMC, schools, and our communities shutting down at a moment's notice and the uncertainty it brought with it.	Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Certified Nurse Aide
Sophie	McPhilomy	Mae	Coeur d Alene	ID		Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude Beyond thankful for my mentors, family and close friends, who supported me from near and far from my initial change in career to getting my first job as a Paramedic. Also incredibly thankful for my paramedic classmates and teachers/instructors who helped me throughout my year in Paramedic school- couldn't have done it without you all!	Memory My year with my paramedic class of 10 was full of great memories and support through everything. They are my second family and will continue to be my second family for the years to come!	Associate of Applied Science	EMS Paramedic
Kaitlin	Medina					Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude I would like to thank all of my teachers for pushing me to be the best that I can be, especially Mr. Beard for introducing me to this program as a freshman. I would also like to thank my family for supporting me during this journey and my classmates for always making every class enjoyable.	Memory One of my favorite CMC memories was during Public Speaking when our teacher would bring us treats to help us get through the 3 hour summer night class.	Associate of Science
Ilse	Medrano					Vail Valley at Edwards					Associate of Arts
Jazmin	Membreno Martinez					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Certified Nurse Aide
Blanca	Mendez					Vail Valley at Edwards					Bachelor of Arts	Sustainability Studies - Business
Alejandra	Mendoza	Y	Edwards	CO	Social Media Links https://www.instagram.com/?hl=en https://www.facebook.com	Vail Valley at Edwards		CEPA	Gratitude I would like to take this time to thank all the the adults who have not only strongly believed in me, but have also gone the extra mile to help me succeed. I would not be the person nor the student I am today if it wasn't for all of you. Your work, efforts, love and time never went unrecognized. Thank you so much!	Memory My favorite CMC memory was when I took the CNA class and on lab days we would eat lunch together as a class.	Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Certified Nurse Aide
Natalie	Messerich		Gypsum	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards		Veteran			Occupational Proficiency Certificate	EMT Basic
Talea	Moore					Vail Valley at Edwards					Associate of General Studies
Lupita	Morales					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Certified Nurse Aide
Krystal	Moses	Cheryl	Eagle	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude Thank You to my instructor, who taught us everything in class. & thanks to my fellow classmates as well.		Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Certified Nurse Aide
Geri	Muise					Vail Valley at Edwards					Associate of Science
Jessica	Neifert		Eagle	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards	Additional Degree(s) CNA		Gratitude Thank you to all my family, friends, and teachers!		Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Certified Nurse Aide
Alyson	Neilson					Vail Valley at Edwards					Associate of Arts
Ava	Niemi					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	EMT Basic
Timothy	Nottingham					Vail Valley at Edwards					Bachelor of Science	Business Administration
Yitzel	Obeso	Esmeralda	Gypsum	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude No pude haber hecho esto sin mi mamá. Todo es por ella. Ella me apoyó en este tiempo tan importante para mi. Te quiero mucho momma. Thank you for everything you have done for me. My entire family gave me all the support I needed and more than I could ever ask for. I’m doing this for them.	Memory During my EMT scenarios, I was called to an altered mental status and my partners were great actors, but I didn’t even know what to do. Long story short, two classmates tackled each other while the rest restrained. Best part, teacher has footage of everything!	Occupational Proficiency Certificate	EMT Basic
Duncan	Oddy					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Fire Science - Driver Operator
Rivenna	Olden	Marie	Eagle	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards		CEPA	Gratitude I would like to thank all of my professors, for teaching me the knowledge and skills I need, to become successful in life. I would like to specifically thank Dr. Jennifer Wing and Brittney Seale, for pushing me to do my best while staying true to myself. They have taught me the morals and values one shall possess, to fully attain and fulfill their goals, achievements, and desires. I would also like to thank my family and friends, for their tremendous support along this wonderful journey, creating memories I will cherish forever.	Memory While I established many memories throughout my education at CMC, the event that had the greatest impact on me, was Dr. Edith Eva Eger's authors talk at Battle Mountain High School. Dr. Eger shared her inspirational and emotional story, regarding the hardship she experienced, being Auschwitz Holocaust survivor. Dr. Eger directly reflected on her experiences through one of histories darkest times, addressing her overall message of, "Embrace the Impossible." In her book, The Choice, Dr. Edith Eva Eger provides a message of hopefulness and prosperity, that even in the darkest and loneliest times, there is always the concept of possibility and hope.	Associate of Science
Julissa	Olivares					Vail Valley at Edwards					Associate of Arts	Business
Alexandra	Ordonez		Gypsum	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards	Additional Degree(s) CNA		Gratitude I first want to thank my parents for standing by my side and supporting me every step of the way. I also want to thank Jim Thompson for the amazing opportunity he gave to help me achieve my goals. I would not be standing here today without all of his time and support throughout this whole journey. Last but not least, a huge thank you to all the CMC staff for being there for me and supporting me in every one of my classes and for always being willing to help me when I was struggling. Thank you all for this amazing journey.		Associate of General Studies
Yansi	Ortiz	Cristina				Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Real Estate
Kona	Ortiz					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	EMS Paramedic
Rachel	Pemberton	R.	Delta	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude Thank you so much to each of my instructors and classmates for a memorable and great year! I also appreciate all the support from friends and family!		Occupational Proficiency Certificate	EMT Paramedic
Levis	Pennock-House		Gypsum	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards					Associate of Applied Science	Fire Science Technology
Crystal	Peters					Vail Valley at Edwards					Associate of Applied Science	EMS Paramedic
Graziella C.	Pierangeli					Vail Valley at Edwards		CEPA			Associate of Arts
Mahealani	Pierman	K	Avon	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards	Additional Degree(s) Associate of Applied Science		Gratitude I wouldn’t have made it this far without the push from my daughter. Thank you Liani! I wouldn’t be here if I didn’t have people who believe I could achieve my goals. Thank you my friends and family. I wouldn’t get the help if I didn’t know where to go. Thank you to my instructors, mentors and the caring staff at CMC in Edwards. I would not be here if you all did not support me and guide me. With deepest gratitude. Mahea🌺	Memory I remember walking into CMC. I was truly scared. I was walking into something that was out of my comfort zone. I started my journey at the age of 48. I remembered telling myself what am I doing here. My first professor was all it took. Evan Weatherbie made me feel comfortable and at ease. He had a way of helping me feel comfortable and helped me to be successful in my studies. Because of him, he gave me the will and strength to encourage others who were feeling like me as well, too old and too late to go to school to get a better education and a degree. Scared of failure and the thought of not being sure if I'm doing the right thing. I kept taking one step at a time. I can’t believe I’m here!! All the staff, mentors, instructors and professors I’ve come into contact through my journey have been memorable, helpful, caring and understanding. You made a difference in my life. Thank you!! Mahea	Associate of Applied Science	Early Childhood Education
Peter	Pilipauskas					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	EMT Basic
Louie	Podesta					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Fire Science - Driver Operator
Yaquelyn	Ponedel		Glenwood Springs	CO	Social Media Links https://www.facebook.com/yaqui.arreola	Vail Valley at Edwards		Phi-Theta-Kappa	Gratitude My amazing husband who always pushed me to do my best, and for being my biggest support system. My teachers, because thanks to them I learned everything I know. My parents for immigration to the US to give me a better life! I hope you guys are proud of what I have accomplished.		Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Medical Assistant
Kiara	Quintana	B	Leadville	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude I want to say thank you to my family for always pushing me to follow my dreams and for believing in me. They make me want to be a better person and everything I do at the end of the day will be for them. I love you Mom, Dad and Grandma.	Memory My favorite CMC memories are when we got to go into the lab and practice our skills and I got to meet some amazing people and become good friends with a majority of them.	Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Certified Nurse Aide
Abdulaziz	Rakhmatov		Avon	CO	Social Media Links https://www.instagram.com/arakhmatoff https://www.facebook.com/abdulaziz.rakhmtov	Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude Thank you so much for taking the time to come to my graduation ceremony. Words can’t express how happy I was to see you sitting there when I walked onto the stage. I would like to take a moment and shout out to Katherine and other Trio SSS members for support throughout the semester, and I appreciate it.	Memory One of my best CMC memories was going to rafting on my first and school visits with Trio SSS club.	Associate of Arts	Business
Joseph	Ramirez					Vail Valley at Edwards					Associate of Arts
Andrew	Ramirez					Vail Valley at Edwards					Associate of Arts
Jeymy	Ramirez	N	Avon	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude I would like to thank Kimberly Carmitchel who helped me a lot in class as well as with dealing with personal problems. She was a great influence in school but and even better one in my life. I would like to thank the people from the Early College Program for giving me a chance and helping me in achieving my goals.	Memory A good memory from CMC is when I would go to my Pilates class and all the ladies in class would be joking around and making me laugh.	Associate of Arts
Samantha	Rand		Gypsum	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Medical Assistant
Amy	Riddle		Haymarket	VA		Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude Thank you to every single professor, counselor, and front desk employee of CMC, as you made campus such a welcoming and warm place to attend.		Associate of General Studies
Taylor	Rivers					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Certified Nurse Aide
Austin	Robinson					Vail Valley at Edwards					Associate of Arts	Business
Cinthya	Robles					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Early Childhood Education- Early Childhood Teacher
Daniela	Rodriguez		Edwards	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards					Associate of General Studies
Irvin	Rodriguez					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	EMT Basic
Briana	Rodriguez Solis					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Certified Nurse Aide
Jill	Romanek					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Early Childhood Education- Early Childhood Teacher
Hope K.	Romero					Vail Valley at Edwards		CEPA			Associate of Arts
Maria	Romo-Martinez					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Certified Nurse Aide
Erica	Ross		Gypsum	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude Dear Kerry, I am writing this letter because I want to thank you for all the things you have helped me with in life, you are a great friend, you have helped me believe in myself by encouraging me to go back to school, and were there to cheer me up when I had doubts about the school. You have been really supportive and have been there when I needed you. You are an awesome person and I am really lucky to have a friend like you. Because of your support, I am so close to applying to nursing school. I know I still have a long way to go, but I know I can do it. Thanks for being you. Also, I am thankful for the opportunity that CMC gives me by providing financial assistance so I can accomplish my Associates of general Studies, and I am planning to keep moving forward and get my Associates in Nursing. I am a single parent and going back to school has been hard work and has been financially stressful, too, but CMC has helped relieve some of the stress.	Memory I have so much fun meeting people from other countries, I am from Peru and I enjoy learning about a different culture and meeting new people.	Associate of General Studies
Dale	Roybal	C	Gypsum	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude Thanks to family and friends for supporting me throughout my education.		Associate of Arts
Bryan	Rudolph					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	EMT Basic
Maria	Ruiz	E	Gypsum	CO	Social Media Links https://www.facebook.com/ColoradoMtnCollege	Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude I would like to thank my family for all the support to help me reach my goals, specially my husband, I could have not been able to do this without him and also to the wonderful teachers and colleagues I got along the way.	Memory I really enjoyed taking the classes with Ms. Amy Chato, she is wonderful.	Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Early Childhood Education - Early Childhood Teacher
Guadalupe	Ruiz		Gypsum	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude I just want to thank all my professors who have helped me through out this journey and for always pushing me to be do better. I wouldn‚Äôt be here if it weren‚Äôt for CMC‚Äôs help and support and I‚Äôm just blessed to have finished this goal.		Associate of Arts	Business
Edward	Ruiz					Vail Valley at Edwards					Bachelor of Science	Business Administration
Megan	Rupp					Vail Valley at Edwards					Bachelor of Arts	Sustainability Studies - Business
Dawn	Russell					Vail Valley at Edwards		CEPA			Associate of Science
Emily	Santoyo Jimenez	Michelle	Gypsum	CO	Social Media Links http://www.instagram.com/emilia.sss https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100008165016105	Vail Valley at Edwards		CEPA	Gratitude I want to say thank you to my parents, my teachers, friends, and many others for giving me so much to be grateful for. Being the first-generation college student in my family has been such a great accomplishment and honor. I want to give a massive thank you to my mother for all her the sacrifices she made in her life to be able to give me such beautiful opportunities, such as this one and many more. I would also like to thank my teachers and friends for always believing in my goals and helping me reach them. I have had so many doubts, obstacles, and downs but with the great support of the wonderful people in my life, I was able to overcome and achieve my goals. Here’s to a beautiful ending leading to a new beginning.	Memory My favorite CMC memories are when I took summer classes at the campus for the first time with a few friends. Our routine would always be to go to our class, then afterwards get food and hang out around Edwards. It was a simple memory, but it's the little moments like that, that hold so much sentimental value.	Associate of Arts
Stephanie	Saucedo Andrade					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Certified Nurse Aide
Elizabeth	Schaner					Vail Valley at Edwards					Bachelor of Applied Science	Leadership & Management
Lindsey	Schons					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Certified Nurse Aide
Antonio	Serna					Vail Valley at Edwards					Bachelor of Arts	Sustainability Studies
Bibiana	Serna-Chavez					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Certified Nurse Aide
Mason	Shahan	Allen	Gypsum	CO	Social Media Links https://www.instagram.com/mason_shahan?igshid-knaxppmmph9g5	Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude Thank you to Rotary Club and Eagle Valley High School for the scholarship and tuition assistance to be able to pay for my degree. Thank you, Mom and Dad, for all of your support and helping me to achieve this goal. I wouldn't be here today without your help. I love you!		Associate of General Studies
Ngima	Sherpa	Yangji	Vail	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards	Additional Degree(s) Associate of General Studies		Gratitude Thank you CMC for this amazing 2 years. I am proud to graduate on May with associate of science/ general studies. I have enjoyed my time here. I wanted to take the time to thank teachers, counselors, scholarship donors, students, and all the hard working staff who have always supported me and believed in me. I feel so grateful and blessed to have my mom to support me in college. In addition, thank you so much for your guidance and love in both emotional and financial ways over the years. Thank you for giving me so much to be grateful for.		Associate of Science
Sonam	Sherpa					Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude I would first like to thank my family and friends for supporting me throughout this journey. I would also like to thank James Thompson and Battle Mountain Early College High School for providing me with a scholarship during these 2 years so that I could continue my education in college. Also, thank you to Sue O'Connor myself for giving me guidance and being super helpful these 2 years.		Associate of Science
Tenzing	Sherpa					Vail Valley at Edwards					Associate of Arts
Sofia	Shimabukuro	Takae	Eagle	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude I would like to express my gratitude for being your student. I am very grateful to be part of a prestigious institution. I still lack several courses to reach my goal which is Early Childhood Education: Director, and I am sure that I will achieve it with the wonderful teachers I have had and I will surely have. Thank you for your generous financial support towards my higher education in Early Childhood Education program. I will stay forever grateful for that. Thanks to these courses I have been able to get a job and I am developing in the area of my dreams. Thanks again, Sincerely, Sofia Shimabukuro		Associate of Applied Science	Early Childhood Education
Chadley	Simms					Vail Valley at Edwards					Bachelor of Science	Business Administration
Fadilayda	Solak		Avon	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards	Additional Degree(s) general studies	CEPA	Gratitude Thank you Katherine for always being there for me! TRIO/SSS FOREVER! And to Lisa from financial aid for always helping me out! And thanks to all of my professors.		Associate of Science
Cecilia	Solis Hernandez					Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude Before starting at CMC, I was definitely not in the right mindset and felt lost in what I wanted to do. However, since enrolling at CMC, I've had the pleasure to meet some amazing people who have supported me in both academically and in my future. I want to give thanks to Sue O'Connor and Katherine Osten, along with other members of the TRIO/SSS Program. I am so thankful for having a supportive team by my side who have aided me in various ways. I would also give my gratitude to my family, I feel like I have shown my growth both academically and emotionally and they've been supportive of the steps I've taken to become a better student and person. Furthermore, I want to give my thanks to a source of inspiration and motivation, you taught me that sometimes we fall down because there is something down there that we're supposed to find and you have showed me reasons why I should love myself. All of you have allowed me to keep moving forward!	Memory My first experiences came from the help and support from CMC. I've gotten my first job and other amazing experiences through the resources that CMC has provided. I hope that I'll continue to see greater things now that I've made quite the jump into new experiences and someday, new memories.	Associate of Arts
George	Sollis		Eagle	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude Edwards would not the the same without Cynthia B., Katie W., Larry D., and Adam at the front desk		Bachelor of Science	Business Administration
Kadia	Soulemane					Vail Valley at Edwards	Bachelor of Arts in Sustainability Studies				Bachelor of Science	Business Administration
Cole	Stewart	P	Saint Paul	MN	Social Media Links https://www.linkedin.com/in/colepstewart/	Vail Valley at Edwards		Phi-Theta-Kappa	Gratitude I am so grateful for my fellow SUS classmates who have embarked on this journey with me, and all that I have learned from them. I am equally grateful for the spectacular professors I have had, and the support they have given me. I am so thankful to be a part of an educational institution that places so much emphasis on community, engagement, and compassion, and as such, am incredibly proud to be a part of CMC's alumni. Thank you to everyone at CMC--staff, faculty, and students, for all that you have given me.		Bachelor of Arts	Sustainability Studies
Arlin	Suarez					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Phlebotomy
Teresa	Sussman	Race				Vail Valley at Edwards					Bachelor of Arts	Education
Kathleen	Talbot	Louise	Vail	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude Thank you to all of my teachers, mentors, my family, and friends for the support and encouragement given to me over the years.		Bachelor of Arts	Education
Edgar	Tellez Soto		Edwards	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards		CEPA	Gratitude I would like to thank all the teachers and counselors that have helped me in this great journey.	Memory Going to classes every week and seeing some of the best teachers and staff.	Associate of Arts
Samuel	Thompson					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	EMT Basic
Nia	Thurston					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Certified Nurse Aide
Perla	Trillo	J				Vail Valley at Edwards	Occupational Proficiency Certificate Early Childhood Education-Group Leader				Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Early Childhood Education-Director
Shannon	Trujillo		Leadville	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude I'm fortunate to express my highest gratitude to my family for the accomplishment of my associates degree. From the very beginning of what was just a thought to finish my degree, sparked joy and encouragement from my parents. This pushed me to do so and give it my all. My husband has been very supportive of me when needing support and encouragement the most. He never let me give up and would offer his assistance to help me study as much as possible. Lastly it is my gratitude I offer to my 7 year old daughter. It is her excitement and praise she gives me when I tell her I got an A in my class or on my paper. It was her positive energy that picked me up when I didn't get the grade I was hoping for. Because I had my family to believe in me and pick me up when I needed it made me succeed. I'm thankful for having them by my side through this part of my journey.	Memory My most memorable moments I had during my studies are the group labs during my science courses. I'll never forget the excitement we all had when we were able to locate an ameba from our local pond water. This memory created curiosity and interested me into the science world. My Psychology class with Kimberly was very moving and I will always take some of the heartfelt discussion and lessons with me forever. Her class gave me an appreciation toward the learning stages of human development throughout life. With many memories I had during my education at Colorado Mountain College with faculty staff, teachers, and my fellow peers I have never felt so supported and motivated to continue to grow and prosper.	Associate of General Studies
Jamie	Tucker	Brooks	Virginia Beach	VA		Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude Thank you so much to everyone at CMC! Everyone is so helpful and kind!		Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Early Childhood Education - Early Childhood Teacher
Michael	Turner	Allen	Eagle	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	EMT Basic
Vicente	Valadez					Vail Valley at Edwards					Associate of Arts
Esmeralda	Vaquera Devora					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Certified Nurse Aide
Yesica	Vargas		Dillon	CO	Social Media Links https://www.facebook.com/ColoradoMtnCollege	Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude I'm so glad I got this certificate, I didn't think that I could do it. I'm so proud of me! I had the best teachers ever at CMC. Thanks for helping me to reach my goal.	Memory Nicest teachers, I love how they are with the students - so patient and they understand us. They help us a lot, better than in high school. Thank you.	Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Certified Nurse Aide
Daisy	Velasco					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Early Childhood Education- Early Childhood Teacher
Lizbeth	Villalobos					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Certified Nurse Aide
Xochilt	Villasenor		Gypsum	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards					Bachelor of Arts	Education
Netsy	Villegas	Y	Edwards	CO	Social Media Links https://www.instagram.com/villegasnetsy/	Vail Valley at Edwards	Additional Degree(s) Associate of Arts in Business Administration		Gratitude Esté logro se lo dedico a mis padres. Estoy muy agradecida por el amor y paciencia que me brindaron en esté proceso. Gracias por mostrarme el camino correcto y por ayudarme a convertirme quien soy ahora. Esta meta no hubiese sido posible sin ustedes. I would also like to thank my teachers and counselor who made a huge impact in my life and education. I would have not done this without your help. Thank you!		Bachelor of Science	Business Administration
Julia	Vlaar	Christine	Vail	CO	Social Media Links https://www.facebook.com/julia.vlaar https://www.instagram.com/julia.vlaar/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/julia-vlaar-98a252132/	Vail Valley at Edwards			Gratitude I have had some great professors along the way that have made a huge difference in my life and in how I've done as student, especially wonderful professors such as: Kimberly Carmitchel, Kelle Roberts, Jennifer Wing, and Bill Burnette. They were all amazing and I really enjoyed my classes and my time with each of them. I also wanted to give a shoutout to Sue O'Connor for working with me to see where I go next and/or what I do next and to Maria from the front desk who always has a smile on her face, and is always so kind and so helpful. In addition, I am very grateful for the many benefits of CMC, such as the community market, and the free tutoring and counseling. I am so grateful for all of them and huge props to CMC for making them happen/making them work. CMC has been a great experience and a great place to learn and I am grateful for the time I've spent there and for (at least most) of the experiences I've had there. Thanks to everyone who made my time there as good as it was.	Memory -Going for a small hike in Kimberly Carmitchel's class and meditating at the top of the hill which was wonderful. -Having great chats with Kelle Roberts about many important issues and topics -Learning loads from Dr. Wing and having her see me as a person and not just a robot student -Spending crazy amounts of time on my art pieces but having a lot of them actually turn out pretty well in the end -Getting help from the awesome free tutors provided -Getting lunch or dinner from the community market which I probably wouldn't have had unless I had gotten it there -Knowing that at least some of my professors truly care about me and not only how I do, but how I am in general, and having them understand when I need some help or when I need some more time to finish something because of the tough situations I was going through at the time -Bill Burnette making me laugh or smile in some way which is always awesome when in class as so many classes are so serious :/ -Kimberly Carmitchel helping me to be the best person I can be -Kelle Roberts making me want to be more enthusiastic about school and learning because of how much enthusiasm and passion she has when she teaches -There were some bad memories too but I don't want to ruin the positive vibes so I'm going to just leave those out Thanks CMC.	Associate of Arts
Brynn	Wedlake					Vail Valley at Edwards					Associate of Arts
Emily	Wells					Vail Valley at Edwards					Associate of General Studies
Natasha	Williams	Bondareva	Carbondale	CO		Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Phlebotomy
McKayla	Williams					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Certified Nurse Aide
Christopher	Williams					Vail Valley at Edwards					Occupational Proficiency Certificate	EMS Paramedic
Delaney	Wilson					Vail Valley at Edwards	Occupational Proficiency Certificate in Early Childhood Education-Group Leader				Occupational Proficiency Certificate	Early Childhood Education-Director
Tasha	Zipperian					Vail Valley at Edwards	Occupational Proficiency Certificatem in Early Childhood Education-Group Leader				Associate of Arts	Elementary Teacher Education
First Name	Last Name