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Aims Community College is making headlines. From student achievements and faculty innovations to groundbreaking programs and community impact, Aims is a driving force for education and opportunity in Northern Colorado. 

This page features curated news stories, articles, podcasts, and other media coverage highlighting the incredible work happening at Aims.  Check back often as we update this page with the latest coverage.

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Person in Rainbow Feathers at a Pride Celebration

Rainbow Road: 2025 Front Range Pride Festivals, Celebrations

There are many Front Range Pride celebrations, festivals and parades taking place this month, including Greeley Pride on June 28, held at Aims Community College Welcome Center.

Kids laughing during College for Kids

Aims College for Kids Provides Summer Learning and Fun in Loveland

College for Kids, the popular summer learning venue hosted by Aims Community College, returned to Loveland this week, bringing fun activities to local students on summer break with the hopes of teaching them new skills and interesting them in higher education.

Monument Sign at Aims

Aims Community College Board of Trustees Seeking Letters of Interest for Board Seat Vacancy

The Aims Community College Board of Trustees is accepting letters of interest from applicants interested in serving until November on the five-person board. Appointed member to serve until November following the death of John Haefeli.

John Haefeli pitching a baseball

Northern Colorado’s John Haefeli and a Life Well Lived

If you knew John Haefeli, he touched your life in some way, shape or form. John worked as an elected official, serving on the Board of Trustees for Aims Community College.

Two women looking at folder in medical clinic office

Aims Launches Medical Billing Certificate Program

Aims Community College has announced plans to offer a new medical billing and coding certificate program starting in fall 2025.

John Haefeli
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Greeley Educational Leader, Retired Teacher, Coach and Official John Haefeli Dies at 67

Haefeli, a member of the Aims Community College Board of Trustees, died of cancer on Saturday.

Groundbreaking at Health Center

Aims Community College Breaks Ground on New Student Health and Wellness Center

The new facility will expand access to healthcare for Aims students and families across Northern Colorado.

Lyle Achziger and Marilyn Schock presenting the Distinguished Fellow Award

Former Aims Community College Board of Trustees Member Lyle Achziger Named Distinguished Fellow Award Winner

Lyle Achziger, a former member of the Aims Community College Board of Trustees and the city of Evans mayor, was named the college’s Distinguished Fellow Award winner for 2025.

Dr. B awards Sarah Garcia with an award at Commencement

Aims Community College Celebrates Graduates at Two Ceremonies in Greeley

Aims Community College honored graduating students at two ceremonies Friday in Greeley, wrapping up the spring semester with more than 1,100 completing degrees or potentially completing work at the college.

Aims Student in Gap and Gown with Diploma
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Aims Community College to Host Spring Commencement Friday in Greeley

Aims Community College will honor its spring graduates this week with 508 students participating in ceremonies in Greeley.

Andrew Brown in his Police Vehicle
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Greeley Cop Among the First to Earn Aims Community College’s New Bachelor’s Degree

Greeley police officer Andrew Brown will be one of three first responders to earn a significant place in Aims Community College history next week. Brown, Garden City Police Chief Jeremy Black and Windsor Severance Fire Rescue Lieutenant Brian Pegg will become the first students to earn bachelor’s degrees from the college.

Aims Health and Wellness Center

Aims to Break Ground on Student Health, Wellness Center

Aims Community College is taking a major step forward in student support with the construction of a new Student Health and Wellness Center.