President's Office

The Map of Manya

Curious what goes into the work of a Colorado College president? Enter the “Map of Manya!” When she’s not on campus engaging with students, faculty, and staff, President Manya Whitaker is usually on the road — gathering with alumni at regional events, talking with prospective students and families about coming to CC, and sharing her expertise and CC’s thought leadership at national higher ed conferences and events. Click a destination on the map below to learn more about where Manya has been, where she’s headed next, and how she stays connected to our nationwide Tiger community.

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List of Events

NOTE: Locations shown on map are approximate.

Map of Manya

Date	City	Coordinates	Title	Description
July 14-17, 2024	Stevenson, WA	45.695175, -121.884622	American Talent Initiative – New Presidents Community	Manya gathered with a cohort of new college presidents to share ideas and practice translating vision to reality. ATI member colleges and universities are committed to expanding access and opportunity for talented low- and moderate-income students.
July 27, 2024	Colorado Springs, CO	38.8339, -104.8214	Historic Uptown Neighborhood Ice Skate Fest	Residents of Historic Uptown Colorado Springs and visitors came together for an ice skate fest at Colorado College's own Ed Robson Arena. Manya joined the festivities, which included community-building games, balloon art, food trucks, and more!
July 30, 2024	Aspen, CO	39.1911, -106.8175	Aspen Alumni Gathering and Student Send-Off	Manya made her way up to the mountains to connect with incoming first-year students, their families, and alumni in the Aspen area. This combined event offered incoming students the chance to network, hear advice, and receive well wishes from multiple generations of fellow Tigers.
Sept. 13, 2024	Colorado Springs, CO	38.8339, -104.8214	All-Campus Sleep-Out	Manya and the President's Office hosted the first-ever All-Campus Sleep-Out! The CC community gathered to cheer on the Tiger men's soccer team, enjoy an outdoor movie screening, roast s'mores, indulge in a late-night breakfast, and sleep under the stars on Tava Quad.
Sept. 17, 2024	Chicago, IL	41.8781, -87.6298°	Alumni Salon Event	Manya met with a small group of Chicago-based alumni to share her vision and priorities, engage in conversation, and discuss philanthropic opportunities at CC.
Sept. 20, 2024	Colorado Springs, CO	38.8339, -104.8215	Colorado Springs Downtown Partnership Breakfast	Manya represented Colorado College at this annual event, which celebrates local achievements and looks toward a bright future for the city center. She also accepted the Downtown Star Award on behalf of Colorado College, which recognizes outstanding contributors to the economic, civic, and cultural vitality of Downtown Colorado Springs.
Sept. 24, 2024	Denver, CO	39.748818, -104.992511	Denver Presidential Update at the Zoo	Alumni and families came together for a evening of fun and connection at the Denver Zoo, where the Interim President shared her vision, priorities, and the latest news from CC. Manya may have been outshined by the elephant demonstration!
Oct. 10-11, 2024	Vail, CO	39.641594, -106.376956	Association of Colorado Independent Schools Leadership Conference	Manya presented the keynote address at this conference for leaders of K-12 independent schools in Colorado. Her presentation focused on how K-12 independent schools can learn from higher education and adopt strategies around affordability and opportunity, academic preparedness, career readiness, and mental health and wellness.
Oct. 14-15, 2024	New York City, NY	40.757412, -73.985506	Senior Seminar Visit and New York Presidential Update	Manya visited senior art majors and faculty during their senior seminar in New York City, joining an excursion to the Modern Museum of Art. The following day, she gathered with New York alumni and families to share an update on the state of the college and priorities for the next two years.
Oct. 26, 2024	Colorado Springs, CO	38.8339, -104.8214	Fashion With a Purpose	Manya stepped out in style to model clothing at Ashley's Attic, a Colorado Springs consignment shop, as part of "Fashion for a Purpose." This city-wide charity fashion show benefits local organizations that combat human trafficking.
Nov. 1-2, 2024	Colorado Springs, CO	38.8339, -104.8214	Colorado College Homecoming and 150th Extravaganza	In honor of CC's 150th anniversary, Tigers of all generations came together to reminisce, take in the beauty of campus, chat with students, cheer on Tiger athletic teams, revisit old stomping grounds, and commemorate our shared history. Manya connected with reunion classes, celebrated alumni award winners, and joined in the 150th Extravaganza festivities. She even taught a "micro-block" — a 60-minute, mini class session to remind alumni why they fell in love with learning at CC!
Nov. 14-15, 2024	Ripon, WI	43.831940, -88.835689	Associated Colleges of the Midwest – Fall Meeting	Manya met with leaders of fellow ACM member institutions at Ripon College in Wisconsin to share resources, address common challenges, and develop innovative solutions to pressing issues in higher ed.
Dec. 4-6, 2024	San Francisco, CA	37.795432, -122.399316	San Francisco Presidential Update	Bay Area alumni and families gathered at the Museum of the African Diaspora to hear Manya share her vision, priorities, and the latest news from CC.
Jan. 4-7, 2025	San Antonio, TX	29.4252, -98.4946	CIC President's Institute: Engaging Communities	Manya represented Colorado College at the Council of Independent Colleges' annual President's Institute event. The 2025 edition explored ways that presidents can effectively engage communities to transform upheaval into opportunity.
Jan. 24-25, 2025	Tempe, AZ	33.4255, -111.9400	CC vs. Arizona State University Hockey	Manya traveled to Arizona State University to cheer on the CC Tiger hockey team as they earned back-to-back wins against the Sun Devils. While there, Manya joined a pregame gathering with CC alumni, parents, families, and staff.
Jan. 28, 2025	New Haven, CT	41.3163, -72.9223	Yale Higher Education Leadership Summit	Manya attended this annual conference that brings together university presidents, board chairs, and other top leadership, to discuss the higher education environment and key strategies to shape the future of colleges and universities in the U.S.
Feb. 5, 2025	Seattle, WA	47.6061, -122.3328	Seattle Presidential Update	Manya shared her vision, provided campus updates, and discussed progress toward CC's institutional priorities with Seattle-area alumni, current CC parents, and prospective students and families.
Feb. 7, 2025	Colorado Springs, CO	38.8492, -104.8254	Tiger Lookalike Contest	Manya stepped out in sparkles and stripes to serve as a judge in the first-ever Tiger Lookalike Contest! Students walked the "catwalk" at Cornerstone Arts Center in their Tiger best for the chance to win prizes and bragging rights.
Mar. 6, 2025	Los Angeles, CA	34.0549, -118.2426	A Dream Deferred 2025	Manya presented a workshop on antiracist teaching for positive Black identity development at "A Dream Deferred," an annual conference focused on the state of college readiness for African American students.
April 2-3, 2025	Chicago, IL	41.8781, -87.6298	Associated Colleges of the Midwest — Spring Meeting	Manya attended the Associated Colleges of the Midwest (ACM) Board of Directors meeting, collaborating and talking strategy with fellow leaders of residential liberal arts colleges.
Apr. 7-9, 2025	Salt Lake City, Utah	40.7608, -111.8910	Rocky Mountain Association for College Admission Counseling (RMACAC) Annual Conference	Manya presented "Preparing Students for the College of Tomorrow: Emerging Trends in Higher Education and Strategies for Successful Transitions" at the RMACAC Annual Conference. This conference provides resources and networking for high school counselors, college admission professionals, independent education consultants, and anyone who works with students going through the college search and admissions processes.
Apr. 8, 2025	Salt Lake City, Utah	40.7608, -111.8910	Alumni Dinner and Salon Event	A group of engaged alumni met for dinner in Salt Lake, where Manya participated in a conversation about CC’s future, exciting initiatives on the horizon, and ways to stay connected.
Apr. 15, 2025	Washington, D.C.	38.9072, -77.0369	D.C. Presidential Update hosted by Kyle Samuel '92	Trustee and incoming Board Chair Kyle Samuel '92 hosted a gathering of D.C.-area alumni, admitted students and their families. Manya attended to share her vision and priorities for CC.
Apr. 23, 2025	Boston, MA	42.3555, -71.0565	Boston Presidential Update	Manya gathered with Boston-area alumni, admitted students and their families to share her vision and priorities for CC.
May 18, 2025	Colorado Springs, CO	38.8353, -104.8216	2025 Commencement	Manya celebrated with the Class of 2025, their families and friends, faculty and staff at Commencement. Her Commencement speech, "Carry the Future with Open Hands," focused on the importance of being open and adaptable to the inevitable suprises that life brings, while staying true to what matters most.
June 3, 2025	Colorado Springs, CO	38.8353, -104.8216	FAC Presidential Garden Party	Manya gathered with CC alumni, parents and families, faculty, staff, and Colorado Springs residents for a rainy gathering at the Fine Arts Center. She discussed college priorities, reflections from her first year as interim president, and the value of the FAC as a connector to the community.
June 4-5, 2025	Chicago, IL	44.9537, -93.0900	NCHC Board of Directors Meeting	Manya attended the National Collegiate Hockey Conference (NCHC) Board of Directors meeting. The Board is comprised of presidents and chancellors from each member institution.
June 17, 2025	Golden, CO	39.7510, -105.2226	HERS Leadership Institute	Manya will participate in a panel at the HERS Leadership Institue summer intensive, an inclusive leadership development program for higher education professionals. She will discuss her personal leadership philosophy, challenges she's faced, and guidance for those who want to move into senior and executive positions.
June 26-27, 2025	Chicago, IL	41.8781, -87.6298	Convening of Black Presidents Supported by the Mellon Foundation	Manya will attend a convening of Black presidents and provosts to discuss opportunities and challenges for Black leadership in higher education.

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