INDOCTORINATION: Sun. May 18 Community Celebration Honoring 2025 Colorado College Honorary Doctorate Recipients Steve Wood, Jeff Bieri, and Ben Sturgulewski Hosted by Local Nonprofit Concrete Couch
Colorado Springs, CO — The Catalyst Fund, KRCC, and Concrete Couch invite everyone to join us in celebrating the 2025 recipients of Colorado College’s Honorary Doctorates. The event will be held, rain or shine, on Sunday, May 18, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Concrete Coyote Park, 1100 S. Royer Street, Colorado Springs.
This festive gathering will feature:
• Live music and performances • Snacks and refreshments • Creative activities for all ages • Guided tours of the Couch’s 8-acre park, including its music venue, outdoor classroom, and sculpture gardens
The celebration honors three distinguished individuals whose work exemplifies service, creativity, and community impact:
Steve Wood ’84 –A longtime community builder and artist in Colorado Springs and Manitou Springs, he co-founded Concrete Couch in 2003, a nonprofit dedicated to “creative community building.” Steve’s work with youth, art, and education has spanned decades, engaging students, faculty, and alumni from Colorado College and reaching thousands through inclusive, hands-on programming.
Jeff Bieri –A cornerstone of public radio in Colorado, Jeff served for 35 years at KRCC-FM and Colorado Public Radio. From hosting NPR news shows to launching beloved programs like Blues Under the Bridge and co-founding MeadowGrass Music Festival, Jeff’s influence on Colorado Springs’ cultural landscape is profound and enduring.
Ben Sturgulewski ’08 –An award-winning filmmaker originally from Alaska, “Sturge” has traveled the globe crafting celebrated films for YETI, Red Bull, Patagonia, and others. His acclaimed ski film Valhalla was recently named The Greatest Ski Film of All Time by Outside Magazine. When not filming, Ben splits his time between Anchorage and Boulder.
INDOCTORINATION is free and open to the public. All are welcome to stop by, explore the park, celebrate these honorees, and connect with the community in classic Couch fashion.
Contact for questions or media inquiries: John Weiss — johnweiss719@gmail.com I (719) 271-0404
Photos of recipients and background information: https://www.coloradocollege.edu/other/commencement/ More about Concrete Couch: www.concretecouch.org
