Welcome, REC Scholars!
Making it this far is no small feat, and most times may feel overwhelming, but now you have a whole community that has your back and is ready to support you through the college journey. Riverside Education Center Scholars are backed by a scholarship designed to support the path toward your degree, with clear expectations and a lot of encouragement along the way. Here at Colorado Mesa University, your REC community connects you to resources, planning support, program applications, and opportunities like career exploration, academic coaching, and financial coaching so moving through college feels less overwhelming.
Upcoming Events
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Peaches for days!
REC scholars took a trip to the Peach Orchard and picked their fill of peaches while learning about all logistics behind peach growing, ripeness, and picking. -
Making Connections!
REC Students enjoyed a nice lunch with the REC Donors in September 2026!
Remember Your Requirements!
Once accepted as part of the Riverside Education Center Cohort, you are required to meet these requirements each academic year:-
Maintain Full-time Student Status
Make sure that you are registered for at least 12 credit hours every semester
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Maintain a Cumulative GPA of 2.0
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Stick To Your Timeline
Keep your grad plan updated annually, make sure to get it signed off by your cohort advisor, Mathias!
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Complete the FAFSA/CAFSA
Don't forget to fill out your financial aid applications by March 1
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Fill Out CMU Foundation Scholarship Application
Don't forget to fill out your Foundation application by the priority deadline or January 31!
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Check-In With Your Advisor
Schedule monthly check-ins with Mathias or a peer coach!
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Attend Events!!
Attend required events and communicate Yes or No for donor invitations within 48 hours
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Keep in Contact!
Receive weekly comms and return timely responses when needed!