Invitation to Speak with CSU Senior Capstone (W 2/4, 2:30-4:30pm)

[Houghteling,Sam]

Commissioner Stephens,

 

I hope this note finds you well!

 

This spring, the Straayer Center for Public Service Leadership and Political Science Department are excited to announce a return of the Civic Leadership Capstone. Developed in partnership with Larimer County and the City of Fort Collins in 2018, this course focuses on local government systems and civic career opportunities. We have around 35 seniors in this cohort and have appreciated you joining us in the past!

 

On Wednesday, Feb 4^th, our lecture and discussion will be focused on Larimer County, specifically looking at issues like federalism (relationship to the State & Feds) and disaster preparedness and recovery. Thought you would be a perfect person to meet with the class. Any availability or interest in joining us? I am also inviting Shane Atkinson and Lori Hodges.

 

Thank you for all the work you do on behalf of the County, and as always, please let me know if you have any questions or would like to chat.

 

Take care,

 

Sam

 

Sam Houghteling (he/him/él)

Straayer Center for Public Service Leadership

Morgan Library Room 110E

1782 Campus Delivery | Fort Collins, CO, 80523

sam.hou...@colostate.edu

 

Are you a student interested in scheduling an advising session or stopping by during office hours? Office Hours are by appointment only, on M/W 9-11am, and T/Th, 12-1pm.

 

 

 

 

[Houghteling,Sam]

Fantastic!

 

Thank you so much, Kristin. And great seeing you this weekend.

 

I will follow up with a formal agenda when I confirm whether Shane and Lori can join us. Was there a specific window in the 2:30-4:30 timeframe that worked well on your end?

 

Thanks again,

 

Sam

 

Sam Houghteling (he/him/él)

Straayer Center for Public Service Leadership

Morgan Library Room 110E

1782 Campus Delivery | Fort Collins, CO, 80523

sam.hou...@colostate.edu

 

Are you a student interested in scheduling an advising session or stopping by during office hours? Office Hours are by appointment only, on M/W 9-11am, and T/Th, 12-1pm.

 

 

 

 

From: Kristin Stephens <step...@co.larimer.co.us>
Sent: Friday, January 23, 2026 11:47 AM
To: Houghteling,Sam <Sam.Hou...@colostate.edu>
Subject: Re: Invitation to Speak with CSU Senior Capstone (W 2/4, 2:30-4:30pm)

 

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Hi Sam,

 

Thank you for the invitation. I would be happy to meet with your class on the 4th. I currently serve as Vice Chair of the National Association of Counties Resilient Counties Innovation Council, so I can give a national perspective on the issues of preparedness and recovery.  

 

Best wishes,

 

Kristin 

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On Jan 23, 2026, at 10:58 AM, Houghteling,Sam <Sam.Hou...@colostate.edu> wrote:



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