Colorado College was established as a coeducational institution in 1874, two years before Colorado became a state. In 1871, General William Jackson Palmer, founder of the Denver and Rio Grande Railroad, laid out the city of Colorado Springs along his new line from Denver. Envisioning a model city, he reserved land and contributed funds for a college, which was to open May 6, 1874.

This year the Colorado College will be sponsoring the 2009 National Forensic League's Duo Interpretation Event.

The NFL would like to thank Colorado College for its support!

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