Colorado College

Congratulations to Bernadette Latham ’27 on earning a 2026 Barry Goldwater Scholarship—one of the nation’s most prestigious honors for undergraduate researchers.

Latham is bring recognized for her research essay that focused on her brain imaging research, targeting social impact, and methodological advancement.

“Winning this award has strengthened my motivation to continue pursuing research and reaffirmed my commitment to women’s brain research,” says Latham.

A Neuroscience major with double minors in Global Health and Human Biology and Kinesiology, Latham plans to pursue a Ph.D. in Neuroscience.

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Barry Goldwater Scholarship Foundation

First-year students Nick Brashear ’29 and Kyle Kihlberg ’29 launched PeakAssist, a student-led program connecting Colorado Springs businesses with CC students through marketing internships.

As part of the pilot program, Abigail Hill ’29 and Skye Pratt ’29 are gaining hands-on experience with local partner Humble Coffee, creating social media content, designing promotional materials, and helping plan events.

PeakAssist gives students the opportunity to build real-world marketing skills while helping local businesses grow through authentic, student-driven marketing. The program has already established partnerships with Humble Coffee, Jack Quinn’s Irish Pub & Restaurant, and Renew Coffee Cart.

Interested in getting involved? Students or businesses can connect with PeakAssist to learn more: https://www.peak-assist.com/

Read more about the experience: https://www.coloradocollege.edu/newsevents/newsroom/2026/first-year-students-pilot-marketing-program-with-local-businesses.html

Computer Science major Mary-Kate Laibhen ’28 has been accepted into Break Through Tech’s AI Program, a year-long experience that prepares students for careers in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data science.

“As technology continues to advance, I think it’s critical that AI systems are designed not only to be effective but also responsible and secure,” Laibhen says. “Being part of that work—developing tools that both innovate and safeguard—really motivates me.”

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