The Century Celebration

A monumental celebration of Colorado Mesa University's hundred years.
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100 YEARS
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100 YEARS IN THE MAKING

The CMU Century Celebration stands as the cornerstone of Colorado Mesa University's year-long centennial celebration. This ambitious initiative unites our community in honoring a rich heritage while boldly envisioning the next hundred years of academic excellence.

Led by the Steering Committee and six specialized sub-committees, we're orchestrating a transformative experience that will resonate through generations. Each committee brings unique expertise to create an unforgettable commemoration of our past, present and future.

1925

Mesa College was founded on this year, laying the groundwork for a future of educational excellence in Western Colorado.

2025

Now, Colorado Mesa University, we celebrate a century of growth, innovation and education, looking ahead to the next 100 years.


Leadership Committees

Steering Committee

Steering Committee

The Steering Committee plays a pivotal role in guiding the CMU Century Project by providing structure, strategic oversight and support for sub-committee initiatives.

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Legacy Project Committee

Legacy Project Committee

The responsibility of the Legacy Project Committee is to preserve CMU's history and highlight its impact over the past century.

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Centennial Celebrations

Centennial Celebrations

The responsibility of the Centennial Celebrations Committee is to plan and execute century events.

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Decades of Maverick Spirit

Decades of Maverick Spirit

The responsibility of the Decades of Maverick Spirit Committee is to celebrate decades of athletic achievements and solicit scholarship resources to support student-athletes for the next century.

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CMU's Century Committee

CMU's Century Committee

The responsibility of the CMU's Century Committee is to focus on CMU's vision for the next century, fostering innovation and supporting future generations as they seek an opportunity for a better life through higher education at CMU.

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Academic Achievements

Academic Achievements

The responsibility of the Academic Achievements Committee is to identify and oversee the recognition of notable individuals or contributions that have shaped the organization's legacy over the past century.

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Mavericks Making Their Mark

Mavericks Making Their Mark

The responsibility of the Mavericks Making Their Mark committee is to identify and recognize outstanding alumni leaders who have significantly contributed to CMU's success.

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