audio stories

CAROL DONALD

"Grandma" Carol has given her heart to more than 100 foster children over the past 40 years.  ... listen >

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MARLON SHIRLEY

When he was a young boy, Marlon lost his foot in a terrible accident. But that hasn’t stopped him from becoming a world class sprinter.  ... listen >

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ORAL LEE BROWN

She's changing the lives of hundreds of kids and giving them hope for a brighter tomorrow.  ... listen >

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written stories

WHAT I LEARNED FROM CARL

The occupant of the seat next to the one I was going for was an older man in a grey suit, well-worn dress shoes, and a black hat like I always pictured reporters wearing, but without the little press card.  ... read >

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THANKFULNESS

As a World War II veteran, I served as a dental assistant in hospital that went to Japan a week or so after the bomb was dropped.  ... read >

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FINE EXAMPLES

My mother through her fine example instilled within me the desire to help others. She taught me to notice those whom others ignore  ... read >

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THE STRANGER

The guy I was with reached into his pocket to give this man a $20 bill. As the other man was extending his hand out to take the money, I put my hand on my new friend's hand and said, "Can I talk to you for a minute?"  ... read >

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video stories

CU BOULDER CREED AWARD WINNERS

Last year, members of the University of Colorado at Boulder held an awards dinner in honor of students doing exceptional things, both on campus, and around the world. These are their stories.  ... watch >

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