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The Artist Within

Connie Kim April 30, 2017

Current CMU student Jordan Chavez is easy to recognize, as she serves a happy smile and an enthusiastic attitude to greet customers into the University Center Dining Hall. The New Mexico native works part...

Kelli Muramaru

Connie Kim April 30, 2017

Graduation is around the corner, and several Mavericks are on their way out to the real world. Kelli Muramaru is one of the many honorable students receiving their degree this spring and has had many exciting...

What is Grand Junction Missing?

Connie Kim April 23, 2017

Being an out-of-state student from Hawaii, I come from a pretty heavily populated area. Transitioning from a place of density to the small town of Grand Junction was definitely a significant adjustment....

One Direction let down: Harry Styles’ new single

Connie Kim April 16, 2017

The British boy band One Direction has been a teenage heartthrob for nearly decade. With hits like "That's What Makes You Beautiful" and "One Thing" making their debut a success, the group has travelled...

Mavs on Spring Break

Connie Kim April 2, 2017

Several students went all over the globe during their week off. How did you spend your spring break? Brianna Hodges (Junior): "I spent my spring break relaxing and spending time with my boyfriend....

The man behind the mustache: Michael Reuss

Connie Kim April 2, 2017

One of the most recognizable workers in the University Center Dining Hall is known as Mustache Mike, who stands out because of his big beard and outgoing personality. He works nearly every day, serving...

Getting to know CMU students: Pat Eslinger

Connie Kim March 12, 2017

Many of us have had the pleasure of interacting with Sodexo's Pat Eslinger, the front cashier of the dining hall for nearly every day of the week. She is dedicated to her job and welcomes hundreds of students...

Should freshmen bring cars to campus?

Connie Kim March 12, 2017

As an out-of-state student from Hawaii, I have been on both ends of the spectrum when it comes to owning a car as a college student. When I first got to campus after traveling thousands of miles from home,...

In support of extracurricular growth

Connie Kim March 12, 2017

  Even before high school, I was always involved in some kind of extracurricular activity. I was never just one to go to school for school and then return home. There was always some kind of meeting,...

More than just a Sodexo worker: Darren Jones

Connie Kim February 8, 2017

by Connie Kim Sodexo workers play a significant part in the functions of Colorado Mesa University because they feed thousands of students on campus every day. From early shifts to late night clean up,...

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