DENVER ~ The Colorado Department of Higher Education has named Arapahoe Community College and the University of Colorado Colorado Springs to its Career Connected Campus Designation for 2027-2030.

The department announced the third cohort during Career Development Month in November. The designation recognizes institutions that demonstrate practices intended to prepare students for employment related to their postsecondary credentials.

The program emphasizes career advising, work-based learning, employer partnerships and student outcomes, according to the department. It also prioritizes practical skills, professional development and career readiness alongside academic learning.

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Gov. Jared Polis said the designated institutions connect academic learning with career preparation and workforce needs. He said their efforts support businesses seeking qualified workers and create opportunities for Coloradans.

CDHE Executive Director JB Holston said the campuses incorporate career readiness, work-based learning and employer engagement into students' experiences. He said those efforts help prepare learners for an evolving workforce and address employers' talent needs.

The department said the designated institutions represent two-year and four-year campuses serving urban, suburban and rural communities.

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