Colorado State University

Animal Sciences Professor Jason Ahola was recently recognized with the Distinguished Teacher Award from the Western Section of the American Society of Animal Science.

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Katharine Elizabeth Compton jumped from our world, unexpectedly, on July 6th at the age of 24. A few years ago at Camp Mystic, we watched Katharine and her co-captain lead a quadrille team of eight riders and horses through the intricate woven patterns they had choreographed and set to music. The drill performance was a remarkable display of strength, control and daring, all characteristics that best describe Katharine's life.

Born and raised in Houston, Katharine graduated from Memorial High School. She was a four-year letterman on the golf team and was awarded the Mustang Heart Award by her peers and faculty for her compassion. She ventured to Furman University in South Carolina for her undergraduate studies, where she was a proud member of Alpha Delta Pi Sorority. As a senior, she was named the Outstanding Greek Woman of the Year.

After college, she attended the Indiana University Geological Field Camp and then Colorado State University where she earned her master of science in geology. In May, she successfully defended her research and had recently received word that her thesis was approved for publication. Three weeks ago, she moved to Houston and launched her career with Sandia Technologies, LLC. She was primed, ready and excited for the life ahead.Those are the facts. What that information leaves out is who she really was. She was the daughter every parent dreams of, and the sister every brother needs. She lived more in her short life than most. She loved, well, her friends and her family, and that love was reciprocated. She was often the glue that held relationships together. She was funny and silly and, strong. She took pictures of herself jumping everywhere from the golf course to the mountaintop to display her joy of life. She was undaunted as she entered new locales and new situations flying solo. She climbed mountains, she jumped from planes, she traveled to exotic places to work with elephants and conduct research, she was unafraid to dry-camp for a month in Yosemite for her master's thesis research. She enjoyed riding her bicycle to the brewery for an afternoon with friends in the sun, baking cupcakes and collecting rocks. She had just found the love of her life. She was thoughtful and artistic and beautiful. But most of all, she was loved. She leaves behind family and friends whose hearts she touched and forever changed with her own caring and compassionate heart: her parents, Steve and Caroline Compton, her brother, Campbell Compton, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends too many to name. We were blessed with her in our lives. Nothing will ever change that. Happy trails, Katharine. To celebrate Katharine's life, family and friends gathered in the Wisteria Ballroom at The Westin Houston, Memorial City (945 Gessner Road, Houston TX, 77024) on Saturday, July 18, to have an uplifting gathering of Katharine's many friend circles to retell stories, raise toasts with the craft beer she loved so much, and celebrate her life. In lieu of customary remembrances, the family requests that gifts in memory of Katharine be directed to either Boys and Girls Country, 18806 Roberts Road, Hockley, TX, 77447, or the "Katharine Compton Memorial Fund" at Austin County State Bank, PO Box 1466, Bellville, TX, 77418, to establish Geology Field Camp Scholarships for students at Furman University, Colorado State University and the Indiana University Geologic Field Station.

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Summer sessions attract college-bound students with a passion for the environment for a week of learning and adventure.

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Dr. Jerry Black, Colorado State University veterinarian and director of the equine science program, is taking on a new leadership role in the horse industry.

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Employee Study Privilege CSU faculty and staff are eligible to take nine free credits per year using their employee study privilege. These credits can be used for taking classes

• here on campus;
• at CSU-Pueblo;
• at University of Northern Colorado;
• through CSU Online, or
• through CSU-Global Campus.

For more information, see the Employee Study Privilege page on the Human Resources website or call (970) 491-MyHR.(6947) Tuition Scholarship Program Eligible family members of CSU faculty and staff may qualify for a 50 percent tuition discount. For information, visit http://sfs.colostate.edu/tuition-scholarship-for-eligible-family-members-of-csu-employees. The Tuition Scholarship Program also is available to employees’ family members. CSU employees’ eligible family members may apply their tuition scholarship benefits at CSU-Pueblo or CSU-Global Campus as well as at CSU. For more information, contact Human Resources at (970) 491-MyHR (6947). Joan Gaynor Kuder Scholarship In 1989, the Joan Gaynor Kuder Scholarship was established in memory of Joan who served in several capacities during her 17 years of association with the university.  She believed strongly in and encouraged life-long learning, and the important role it plays in employees' job satisfaction.  The first scholarship was awarded in 1992. There are two scholarships available for this academic year, each for $2,500.  The Scholarship Committee is seeking applications for these scholarships from full-time, 9- or 12-month CSU employees (administrative professional, state classified, faculty) who have an active record of academic achievement and advancement, are working toward an identified educational goal, and have contributed to their particular units and/or to the University community by serving in additional capacities. Employees do not have to be formally admitted to a degree program to be considered for this scholarship; past recipients are not eligible for the scholarship. The recipient(s) must be enrolled at that time to receive the funds. The application form is at www.studentaffairs.colostate.edu/kuder-scholarship.

Janet and Allan Eddy Scholarship

The Janet and Allan Eddy Scholarship was established to annually provide a $1,000 scholarship to eligible Colorado State University employees who have made sustained progress toward attaining an undergraduate degree from CSU.

Janet and Allan Eddy worked at Colorado State University over 30 years, in a number of offices including Enrollment Services, Human Resources, the Music Department, Hartshorn Health Center and the Alumni Office.

They have encouraged family and fellow workers to continue their education as a way to prepare themselves for both work and home. Both Janet and Allan hope this scholarship will provide both the incentive to continue pursuing a degree as well as some meaningful monetary assistance to the person chosen. 

Recipient must be enrolled at that time to receive the funds.

Selection criteria:

1. Colorado State University employee (30-40 hours per week) 9-month or 12-month;
2. Eligible employees include state classified personnel or future equivalent;
3. Demonstrate sustained progress toward a degree by registering for 3 to 9 credits per academic year (which may include the Colorado State study privilege) with the stated goal of attaining a degree from Colorado State University;
4. Employees must be formally admitted to an undergraduate degree program in the College of Business or College of Engineering or in majors related to gerontology or the care of the elderly; and
5. Individuals who have contributed to their particular departments and/or the University as a whole by serving in additional capacities.

This is a competitive award. A completed application includes:

• Copy of transcripts (unofficial copy is acceptable)
• Two letters of recommendation
• Short answers to questions relating to your academic goals, service to your employer and community.

 Application form is available at http://www.studentaffairs.colostate.edu/eddy-scholarship

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These opportunities include GED preparation and training, Chinese language classes, and training and development.

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FamilySource (Employee Assistance Program) Need assistance planning a vacation, finding child care or purchasing a car? What about obtaining information on writing a will or caring for an elderly parent? The Employee Assistance Program at CSU is offering an exciting new benefit called FamilySource to help employees work out some of the more complex and time-consuming issues in their lives. FamilySource is a no-cost addition to ComPsych's GuidanceResources, an employee benefit program that also provides counseling, financial planning services, and legal advice, as well as a comprehensive website to provide guidance and resources on topics ranging from parenting a teenager to planning for emergencies. When you call ComPsych's GuidanceResources, a consultant will talk to you about your specific situation and connect you to a resource specialist who will begin to research alternative solutions to your questions. Within a few business days, you'll have a full report of practical information and affordable alternatives that can be delivered to you via e-mail, fax or second-day air. Employees and their family members can access this and other EAP resources 24 hours a day, seven days a week by calling (800) 497-9133 or logging in to GuidanceResources.com (first-time users create a login ID and password. When prompted, use agency ID "CSUEAP").

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Employees are eligible for a variety of discounts including software, computers, moving services, fitness programs and more.

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To promote employee health and wellness at CSU, Anthem is helping to cover the cost for CSU employees to participate in on-campus nutrition and fitness programs. CSU will pay up to 50 percent of an employee’s costs for several of the following programs:

• The Kendall Reagan Nutrition Center staff includes registered dietitians, certified lifestyle coaches, food allergy experts, trained mindfulness facilitators, and lactation specialists. C2C covers 40% of KRNC’s weight loss program, 40-100% of its diabetes programs and 50% of resting metabolic rate as well as individualized nutrition assessment and coaching on a variety of topics, including
  • cooking classes for groups in KRNC's professional kitchen,
  • diabetes,
  • digestive disorders,
  • sports nutrition,
  • food allergies, and more.
• The Adult Fitness Program offers regular fitness assessments and a variety of exercise options with the goal of improving members' cardiovascular fitness, strength, and flexibility. CSU will pay for 50 percent of the price of an individual membership to this Health and Exercise Science Program.  Couples or family rates will get a $20 discount in place of the 50 percent for individual membership.
• The Heart Disease Prevention Program  in the department of Health and Exercise Science is now covered as a part of CSU employees’ preventative care benefit (a $400 value). Contact: Tiffany Lipsey, MEd, at (970) 491-7035 or lipsey@chhs.colostate.edu; or online.
• The Noon Hour Faculty and Staff Fitness Program assist members in discovering healthier lifestyles through exercise by providing informed staff and a comprehensive facility. The Department of Health and Exercise Science is committed to discovering new knowledge on healthy lifestyles and disseminating that knowledge through academic and outreach programs. CSU will pay 50 percent of the price of membership to this program.
• The Student Recreation Center offers all employees free, unrestricted access for one month — whatever month an employee chooses — to make full use of its cardio and weights facilities, climbing wall, classes, pool, and more. After that, CSU, with the support of Anthem, will pay 50 percent of the price of membership if the employee signs up to be a member.

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Emergency grants, hardship loans and discounted parking permits may be available for employees facing difficult situations.

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