The Flying Carrot: Food literacy in a bus

This article was originally published in The Scribe, UCCS’s student newspaper, on Dec. 2, 2013. By Eleanor SkeltonScience and Business Editor If The Flying Carrot sounds like a superhero, then its mission is to educate Colorado Springs about food. The Flying Carrot is a collaboration between UCCS and the Pikes Peak Community Foundation. It was founded by NannaContinueContinue reading “The Flying Carrot: Food literacy in a bus”

XS Threadz and Plato’s Closet offer options for fall, winter fashion

This article was originally published in The Scribe, UCCS’s student newspaper, on Dec. 2, 2013. By Eleanor SkeltonScience and Business Editor Whether students are looking for business casual outfits for interviews and internships or trendier textiles for falling temperatures, secondhand stores ease budgeting pain. XS Threadz in University Village and Plato’s Closet on North Academy are two higher-endContinueContinue reading “XS Threadz and Plato’s Closet offer options for fall, winter fashion”

Deadline approaches for Business Plan Competition

This article was originally published in The Scribe, UCCS’s student newspaper, on Sept. 10, 2012. By Eleanor SkeltonNews Editor Young generations are raised to believe in themselves, reach for their highest aspirations and make them happen, but are these expectations are not always realistic in the current economic climate. The second annual UCCS Sports/Outdoor Business Plan Competition,ContinueContinue reading “Deadline approaches for Business Plan Competition”