Welcome Back!

Hello All! Today was the first day of the spring semester and the campus was filled with excitement. Students walked briskly around UNC in anticipation of what their classes would be like, if their professors would meet their expectations, and how many of their friends they would bump into along the way. The start of the semester brought many unique feelings for me. I walked around today feeling all of these emotions; however, knowing this would be my last semester on campus felt a bit different. Obviously anyone nearing graduation would be excited, but it also brought feelings of sadness. Greeley has been my home for three and a half incredible years and I can’t imagine leaving this place. I have made so many friends, joined multiple clubs and organizations, and have had classes and professors that have literally changed my life. However; like it or not, my undergraduate time here is coming to an end. I want this to be the best semester yet and I plan to leave my mark at UNC. I think this semester will be full of surprises with a full course load and I will be doing my Education Practicum, which means I have the amazing opportunity to teach two days a week! I can’t wait for what’s to come and although my feelings of leaving UNC are bittersweet, my New Year and first day back at school started off with a bang!

Nice to meet you!

Hey everyone, my name is Nicole and I'm a senior here at the University of Northern Colorado. I'm an Elementray Education major with a minor in Reading and an ESL endorsement! I'm from beautiful Lakewood, Colorado and have fully enjoyed my time here so far at UNC. Deciding on the college you will attend is a huge decision. I had many choices in mind as the average high school senior does. I scheduled a list of colleges to tour and my mom persuaded me to include UNC in the mix. A bit hesitant, I arrived here in Greeley, went on an incredible campus tour, and FELL IN LOVE! I loved how beautiful the campus was, how friendly everyone was, and the size of the school was the perfect fit for me. Three years later, here I am, having the time of my life and making memories that will last a lifetime. I love to be involved in The Bear Hug Club (The Teacher's club), Mortar Board, Junior Honor Society, and Student Alumni. In addition, I really enjoy volunteering at the Weld County Humane Society, The Weld County Food Bank, and as a tutor at local elementary schools. In my free time I really enjoy hiking with my puppy and  friends, playing soccer, and baking amazing treats to share! I have been on so many incredible adventures here and I can't imagine what is in store for my future here at UNC! :)