West Elk Word: Upper Gunnison River Water Conservancy District – 1/5/26
Sonja Chavez and John McClow join us for an update on the health of the Upper Gunnison River watershed, the stalemate in Colorado River Compact negotiations, grant opportunities related to water conservation and quality, and more.
West Elk Word: Dr. Kanae Haneishi, Professor of Exercise Science, Western Colorado University – 12/29/25
Professor Kanae Haneishi discusses the impacts of physical activity on learning, as well as its value in supporting lifelong physical and mental health. She also explores concepts of social justice and inclusion, as well as the impact of stereotypes within what she...
West Elk Word: Sally Cirincione, Director of the Adult Degree Completion Program at Western Colorado University – 12/22/25
Dr. Cirincione leads the relatively new, but rapidly growing Adult Degree Completion Program at Western, an online program where grown-ups can return to school and finish their bachelor’s degrees, or earn certificates that will enhance their skills as they...
