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CMC ALUMNI NEWS
News and updates from the CMC Alumni Association
January 23, 2024
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Join your fellow CMC Alumni at one of the three upcoming Alumni Association events!
Happy Hour at Stoneyard Distillery Tasting Room:
Indulge in an evening of camaraderie and delight at the Stoneyard Distillery Tasting Room. Join us on Friday, February 2, 2024, from 4:30 to 6:30 pm at 823 Grand Avenue, Glenwood Springs, CO. Savor unique and delicious drinks (the first drink is on CMC!), light fare, and connect with fellow CMC alumni. Our own Max Vogelman, a proud CMC alumnus and Stoneyard owner, awaits to share the art of distillation. Don't miss the chance to win fabulous giveaways through our drawings. Limited space is available, so secure your spot by RSVPing by Friday, January 30. Let's raise a toast to community spirit and the joy of reuniting with fellow alumni!
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Ski/Ride Day at Sunlight Mountain Ski Resort:
Embark on a thrilling ski/ride adventure at Sunlight Mountain Ski Resort on Friday, March 1, 2024. Located at 10901 Country Road 117, Glenwood Springs, CO, the day promises endless excitement for all. Families are more than welcome to join the festivities! The CMC Alumni Association covers doughnuts and lunch for registered participants. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a beginner, we've got you covered with discounted lift tickets, rental gear, and lessons. Enjoy the camaraderie, grab your CMC Alumni swag, and participate in our exciting giveaways. Register by Friday, February 16, and let the slopes become the backdrop for unforgettable memories!
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Beachin’ at the Basin Ski/Ride Day:
Mark your calendars for Friday, April 5, as we bring back the cherished tradition of "Beachin’ at the Basin" at Arapahoe Basin Ski Resort, CO Hwy 6 out of Dillon, CO. The day promises sun-soaked après-ski moments, complete with morning coffee and doughnuts, a hearty lunch, and the chance to bask in the mountain sun. Join us for an all-day adventure, and make sure to sign up by Friday, March 22.
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CMC Alumni Spotlight, Highlighting Our Winter Olympians
With the recent winter blast of snow and the polar vortex that hit Colorado, many of us in our CMC mountain towns are waxing our skis/boards in preparation for some leisurely powder runs, or sharpening our skate blades for our next adult hockey league game. But for CMC Alumni Alex Ferreira and Katie Uhlaender, their winter focus is on winning World Cup points. Ferreira and Uhlaender are both multi-time U.S. Olympians. Ferreira who competes in Freeski Halfpipe and Uhlaender who competes in Skeleton were able to successfully juggle academics and athletics to complete their CMC degrees while competing on the world stage. Together, they have represented the United States in a combined total of seven Olympic Winter Games!
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Katie Uhlaender, 2021 AA, Breckenridge
Face down, head first. Small sled, no brakes. Frozen, curvy, downhill track, roughly 1 mile long. Speeds that can exceed 80 mph. Sound scary enough? Katie Uhlaender describes it as “relaxed chaos.” “It's the total acceptance of fear and knowing you don't have brakes. You have one choice, and that's to go for it. It's fun. You just have to relax and let gravity take you. When you do that, that's what makes you giggle. Everything's going so fast, and you're just trying to stay calm and absorb it and enjoy the ride.” Uhlaender, a Vail native, has won numerous world championship medals and has represented the USA at five Olympic Winter Games. About her days at CMC, she says “CMC was a huge part of my success, both academically and athletically. Faculty and staff continually supported my career. Because of that, I am still competing and pursuing a BA at Columbia University. I am aiming to compete in my sixth Olympic Winter Games in 2026.” To learn more about Katie’s personality and life, and her exciting sport, click here.
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Alex Ferreira, 2021 BA, Aspen
Fresh off two World Cup victories in December (Secret Garden, China, and Copper Mountain, Colorado) and leading in World Cup points, it appears that Aspen native Ferreira has the world by its tail. Riding a half pipe wall of 22 feet high and completing five or six tricks where the body twists, flips, and rotates sometimes 20 feet above the lip of the wall, Freeski Halfpipe is no sport for the faint of heart. Ferreira, who started skiing at age three, is a multi-talented, multi-faceted young man, excelling in many aspects of life: world-class competitive skier, filmmaker, keynote speaker, and of course CMC graduate. Ferreira represented Team USA at the 2018 Pyeongchang and the 2022 Beijing Olympic Winter Games, winning medals at each. In addition, his hardware collection includes multiple X Games, World Cup, and Dew Tour medals. To catch a glimpse into Alex’s competitive spirit, watch this video.
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And the winner is...
Shayleen Lindsey ’23 AA, Breckenridge/Dillon
Congratulations to the lucky winner of our alumni swag pack drawing! But hey, the excitement doesn't stop here – you could be the next winner! Simply submit your signup for the CMC Alumni Association, and you might be the proud recipient of our next fantastic swag pack. Join us in celebrating the spirit of our alma mater, and who knows, the next congratulatory message could be for you! Don't miss out on the chance to be a part of this vibrant community and enjoy the perks that come with it. Our next drawing will be February 29th. Good luck to all our future participants!
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New year, new chance to plan your legacy
Welcome to a new year, a fresh chapter, and the opportunity to shape a lasting legacy! Teaming up with FreeWill, we're excited to offer our alumni community a complimentary estate planning tool. FreeWill allows you to craft your future story by establishing a legacy gift that safeguards what means the most to you while allowing you to champion the causes closest to your heart. In 2024 and beyond, empower yourself to make a lasting impact and leave a legacy that resonates for years to come.
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