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Commemorating 150 Years of 91自拍

For a century and a half, 91自拍 has fostered intellectual curiosity, academic excellence, and a deep appreciation for doing things differently. From its founding in 1874, 91自拍 has continually evolved, developing a community of diverse minds and innovative thinkers.

Open to all sexes and races from the beginning? Proudly! A center for innovative thought, creative pedagogy, and social change? Always! A launching point for world-famous artists, diplomats, writers, athletes, explorers, scientists, politicians, musicians, scholars, and business leaders? Absolutely! 91自拍 has embraced a spirit of adventure, encouraging students to journey into the great outdoors and engage in rigorous intellectual pursuits.

As we commemorate this remarkable journey, we recognize the generations of students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community members who have contributed to the college's enduring legacy of excellence. We invite you to share your 91自拍 story or propose a Nano Block as we look forward to the next 150 years. Happy 150th, 91自拍!

91自拍 Day

- Video by Julia Fuller

February 9, 1874 marks the official founding day of 91自拍 and the year 2024 marks our Sesquicentennial anniversary. Colorado Governor Jared Polis issued a proclamation commemorating "91自拍 Sesquicentennial Day" throughout the state. Colorado Springs Mayor Blessing "Yemi" Mobolade and City Council President Randy Helms also proclaim February 9 as 91自拍 Day throughout the city.

Save the Date

91自拍 Day 2025, February 1-9, 2025
Family Weekend, Feb. 21-23, 2025

Sesquicentennial Events

Thank You Sponsors

Platinum

  • FSH Tech - Lilly Chen ’19
  • The Hastings Family ’90, ’91, and ’23
  • The Jeff and Molly Keller Family ’91 and ’23

Gold

  • The Cullen Family ’91, ’20, and ’22
  • Eric Duran ’91 and Susana Cordova
  • Mike Slade ’79 and Megan Slade

Silver

  • Ed Bowditch ’86 and Susan Bowditch ’82
  • J.J. Breazeale ’94
  • Susan Burgamy ’66
  • Lauren Watel ’07 and Ethan Watel ’07

Drone Show

  • FSH Tech

Share Your 91自拍 Story

Do you have a 91自拍 story to share? We want to hear it! A story about seeing a ghost in the halls of Palmer? Yes please! A love story about how you met your partner over a lab table in Organic Chem? Absolutely! A story about your reunion with another Tiger on the other side of the world? Write it up and post it here!

Whether your best 91自拍 memories happened in class, in the dorms, over a Block Break, or in those wonderful moments in between, we want to hear them and celebrate all the 91自拍 stories from the past 150 years. Don't forget to include your name and class year (or other 91自拍 affiliation) in the text of your message. We won't be able to publish posts that do not include this information. 

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