Pueblo Community College (Southwest Campus) and the Colorado State University extension office held their Pathways Rising Academy program in Ignacio, Friday, Nov. 7. The session was led by Greg Felsen, CSU Accessible Education Specialist for the Western Region and Imo Succo, PCC SW Tribal Liaison.

Southern Ute Tribal Council Treasurer, James “Mike” Olguin speaks to his experiences growing up on a working farm, and the role of agriculture in the community.

Aimed at High School youth, Pathways Rising Academy seeks to help students explore college and career paths that honor Native American heritage. The session was led by Greg Felsen, CSU Accessible Education Specialist for the Western Region and Imo Succo, PCC SW Tribal Liaison.

Photo Credit: Jeremy Wade Shockley | The Southern Ute Drum