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Great Colorado Women draws on the historic, scientific, cultural, public policy, education, agriculture, healthcare, and social justice accomplishments of the women in the Colorado Women’s Hall of Fame.
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Dorothy Horrell: A Legacy of Leadership and Learning
Season 2025 Episode 1 | 26m 40s | CC
Dorothy Horrell is a trailblazer with a history in education and philanthropy, serving as President of Red Rocks Community College before becoming the first female President of Community Colleges of Colorado. She served as President of Bonfils-Stanton Foundation, Chair of the Board of Trustees of Colorado State University and Chancellor of CU Denver.
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