The Map of Manya
Curious what goes into the work of a Colorado College president? Enter the “Map of Manya!” When she’s not on campus engaging with students, faculty, and staff, Interim President Manya Whitaker is usually on the road — gathering with alumni at regional events, talking with prospective students and families about coming to CC, and sharing her expertise and CC’s thought leadership at national higher ed conferences and events. Click a destination on the map below to learn more about where Manya has been, where she’s headed next, and how she stays connected to our nationwide Tiger community.
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List of Events
NOTE: Locations shown on map are approximate.
Map of Manya
| Date | City | Coordinates | Title | Description | Photo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 14-17, 2024 | Stevenson, WA | 45.695175, -121.884622 | American Talent Initiative – New Presidents Community | Manya gathered with a cohort of new college presidents to share ideas and practice translating vision to reality. ATI member colleges and universities are committed to expanding access and opportunity for talented low- and moderate-income students. |  |
| July 27, 2024 | Colorado Springs, CO | 38.8339, -104.8214 | Historic Uptown Neighborhood Ice Skate Fest | Residents of Historic Uptown Colorado Springs and visitors came together for an ice skate fest at Colorado College's own Ed Robson Arena. Manya joined the festivities, which included community-building games, balloon art, food trucks, and more! |  |
| July 30, 2024 | Aspen, CO | 39.1911, -106.8175 | Aspen Alumni Gathering and Student Send-Off | Manya made her way up to the mountains to connect with incoming first-year students, their families, and alumni in the Aspen area. This combined event offered incoming students the chance to network, hear advice, and receive well wishes from multiple generations of fellow Tigers. |  |
| Sept. 17, 2024 | Chicago, IL | 41.8781, -87.6298° | Alumni Salon Event | Manya will meet with a small group of Chicago-based alumni to share her vision and priorities, engage in conversation, and discuss philanthropic opportunities at CC. | |
| Sept. 20, 2024 | Colorado Springs, CO | 38.8339, -104.8215 | Colorado Springs Downtown Partnership Breakfast | The Downtown Partnership is comprised of businesses, nonprofits, and individuals who work to ensure that Downtown serves as the economic, civic, and cultural heart of Colorado Springs. Manya will represent Colorado College at this annual event, which celebrates local achievements and looks toward a bright future for the city center. | |
| Sept. 24, 2024 | Denver, CO | 39.748818, -104.992511 | Denver Presidential Update | All Denver-area alumni and families are invited to this presidential update event, where Manya will share her vision, priorities, and the latest news from CC. | |
| Oct. 10-11, 2024 | Vail, CO | 39.641594, -106.376956 | Association of Colorado Independent Schools Leadership Conference | Manya will present the keynote address at this conference for leaders of K-12 independent schools in Colorado. She will communicate the benefits of the Block Plan, the liberal arts, and our access programs in hopes of reaching the next prospective CC student. | |
| Oct. 14-15, 2024 | New York City, NY | 40.757412, -73.985506 | Senior Seminar Visit and New York Presidential Update | On Oct. 14, Manya will visit senior art majors and faculty during their senior seminar in New York City. On Oct. 15, she will gather with New York alumni and families to share an update on the state of the college and priorities for the next two years. | |
| Oct. 26, 2024 | Colorado Springs, CO | 38.8339, -104.8214 | Fashion With a Purpose | Manya will model clothing at Ashley's Attic, a Colorado Springs consignment shop, as part of "Fashion for a Purpose." This city-wide charity fashion show will benefit local human trafficking organizations. | |
| Nov. 1-2, 2024 | Colorado Springs, CO | 38.8339, -104.8214 | Colorado College Homecoming and 150th Extravaganza | In honor of CC's 150th anniversary, Tigers of all generations will come together to reminisce, take in the beauty of campus, chat with students, cheer on Tiger athletic teams, revisit old stomping grounds, and commemorate our shared history. Manya will connect with reunion classes, celebrate alumni award winners, and join in the 150th Extravaganza festivities. She will even teach a "micro-block" — a 60-minute, mini class session to remind alumni why they fell in love with learning at CC! | |
| Nov. 14-15, 2024 | Ripon, WI | 43.831940, -88.835689 | Associated Colleges of the Midwest – Fall Meeting | Manya will meet with leaders of fellow ACM member institutions at Ripon College in Wisconsin to share resources, address common challenges, and develop innovative solutions to pressing issues in higher ed. | |
| Dec. 4-6, 2024 | San Francisco, CA | 37.795432, -122.399316 | San Francisco Presidential Update | All Bay Area alumni and families are invited to this presidential update event, where Manya will share her vision, priorities, and the latest news from CC. |
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Last updated: 08/23/2024