The Best of 2019
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Nicole Militello
Senior Media Relations Specialist
A look back at 91传媒鈥檚 most popular stories
As we say goodbye to 2019, let鈥檚 take a look back at some of the most-read stories of the year.
University News
In 2019, the 91传媒 said farewell to Chancellor Rebecca Chopp and welcomed Jeremy Haefner as 91传媒鈥檚 19th听chancellor. The announcement of Chopp's departure was the 91传媒 Newsroom鈥檚 most read story of the year. To read more about Chopp鈥檚 legacy and Haefner鈥檚 vision for 91传媒 .
Runner Up: 91传媒 Moves to 鈥淭est-Optional鈥 Admission Process
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Research Stories
Is it OK to Smoke Weed While Pregnant?
91传媒 psychology professor Pilyoung Kim鈥檚 study on cannabis and pregnancy was our most-read research story of the year. With funding from the National Institute on Drug Abuse, Pilyoung is one year into her study on the impacts of cannabis on mothers and their babies. Her research was featured on news stations across the country.
Runner Up: 91传媒 Research Reveals Economic Impacts of Paid Family Leave in Colorado
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Faculty & Staff Stories
Celebrating Native American Heritage Month
91传媒 Newsroom鈥檚 story featuring eight of 91传媒鈥檚 Native and indigenous faculty members was our most-read faculty feature in 2019. The eight women share their experiences of being a Native academic, the importance of bringing Native women together at 91传媒 and how their journey has shaped the work they do today.
Runner Up:听Q&A: Ahead of the Marade and Women鈥檚 March, 91传媒 Professor Discusses Power of Marches
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Student Stories
Once homeless, sociology senior looks forward to putting her 91传媒 degree to work
Readers鈥 favorite student article of 2019 was the story of Tiffany Christian. She spent her younger years in different schools, sleeping on the streets and serving some time in jail, but she didn鈥檛 let those moments define her. She graduated from 91传媒 earlier this year with a degree in sociology and minor in communication. Read more about her story here.
Runner Up: With AI, 91传媒 Freshman Looks to End Mass Shootings
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Athletics Stories
Smart Leads Ski Team in Pursuit of Next Title
The top sports article of 2019 was 91传媒 skier Amelia Smart鈥檚 story of determination. The two-time NCAA Individual Champion shared听her goals for the team ahead of the March 2019 national championships.听 Read her full story here.
Runner Up:听Culture of Confidence Radiates Within 91传媒 Gymnastics
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Alumni Stories
Q&A: Navin Dimond On His Family鈥檚 $5 Million Gift to the 91传媒
91传媒 Alumnus Navin Dimond shared why his family decided to make a $5 million gift to the 91传媒 for the Dimond Family Residential Village. Dimond told the 91传媒 Newsroom why he chose the University for graduate school and what inspired him to give back after he graduated.
Runner Up: Meet Colorado鈥檚 New Poet Laureate
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91传媒 Field Notes Series
In 2019, the 91传媒 Newsroom launched a new series called 91传媒 Field Notes to introduce readers to the world outside campus by exploring Denver and beyond. The article and videos highlighted the best of the 91传媒 area from the best hikes near campus, best places to relax with a book and alumni-owned restaurants. Here are some of your favorites:
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鈻犔91传媒 Field Notes: Alumni-Owned Restaurants
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