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The Colorado Mountain College Eagles traveled to #ColoradoSprings on Oct. 8 to compete in the University of Colorado-Colorado Springs Cross-Country Open.

Jason Macaluso of #Vail was the first runner to cross the finish line for the Eagles in the men’s 8k race with a time of 29:15. Kaylynn Shaffer of #Salida was the lead runner for the college in the women’s race, running a time of 27:29 over the 6k course.

In team results, the men’s team placed 6th and the women’s team finished in 7th place.

Head coach Darren Brungardt said the CMC Eagles competed well against several NCAA Division I, II and III powerhouses such as the United States Air Force Academy, Colorado State University and Wyoming University.

“The course was long, slow and all on soft wet grass, but the Eagles were tough as nails,” Brungardt said. “We are so proud of their efforts and are looking forward to more racing later this month.”

Next up on the schedule for the CMC Eagles will be the @NJCAA Region IX Championship at Central Wyoming College on Oct. 30. For more information on the team, visit cmceagles.com.

Meet Results for CMC Runners

Men’s 8k Results
47th Jason Macaluso (Vail, Colorado) 29:15
61st Reese Fledderjohn (Grand Junction, Colorado) 30:46
62nd Christian Brenny (Hastings, Minnesota) 31:03
66th Autry Lomahongva (Kayenta, Arizona) 31:42
68th Adam Garcia (Erie, Colorado) 32:02
69th Luke Plummer (Seymour, Indiana) 32:06
73rd Dylan Dunbar (Silt, Colorado) 35:18

Women’s 6k Results
39th Kaylynn Shaffer (Salida, Colorado) 27:29
59th Abby Hagen (Lockport, Illinois) 30:23
62nd Hope Maldonado (Colorado Springs, Colorado) 31:34
63rd Madisen Johnson (Windsor, Colorado) 31:46
66th Carmen Tallbear-Edmunds (Charlottesville, Virginia) 34:14 ...

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Ben Cairns, new Vice President & Campus Dean for @CMC_Leadville and @cmc_salida is no stranger to the area, having worked at @LakeCountySD for years before taking on his new role. Cairns reflects on what he's learned so far and what excites him about CMC. Read his full story at enews.coloradomtn.edu

"In my role at the high school, I knew CMC well and felt like an 'insider.' Now that I’m working at the college on a daily basis and getting to know CMC as a larger institution serving many of our mountain communities, I have a deeper appreciation for this incredible asset in Leadville. Here are a few things that have stood out.

First, CMC’s funding structure allows for a wide range of programs and affordable tuition. Because it’s a property-tax-supported college, CMC does not rely on state funds and student tuition like many other colleges and universities. This allows CMC to offer degrees and certificates that directly meet the needs of the communities we serve. Lake County residents can also study at any of CMC’s 11 campuses and pay in-district tuition.

In addition, students come from all over the country to attend CMC Leadville. Our #OutdoorRecreationLeadership program is top notch and has prepared mountain and outdoor professionals now working all over the world. Our #FireAcademy and #FireScience associate degree programs attract students from across the state and our innovative #AvalancheScience program is in high demand.

Lastly, and this I did know, we are lucky to have great relationships and support in our little town. Transitioning from high school to college has allowed me to be reminded of the support and amazing people here. We have too many wonderful organizations and people to name them all, but the Legacy Foundation, @lakecountysd teachers and staff, @getoutdoorsleadville, the Lions Club, the @cloudcitywheelers and our elected officials like our mayor and commissioners have reminded me of the passion they have for our community and for students of all ages." ...