For Jason Falsetto, joining the President’s Leadership Program through the Center for Honors and Leadership was one of the most impactful choices he made during his time at CSU Pueblo. “The experience and skills I learned while completing this minor helped prepare me for the professional world and gave me the confidence to take on multiple leadership opportunities, both in my career and through nonprofit work here in Pueblo,” he shared.
Although Jason graduated with a degree in Civil Engineering Technology, his time as a teaching assistant helped him discover a passion for working with students. “I realized how much I enjoyed supporting students’ efforts in the classroom,” he said. “I decided my fourth year to finish my degree but pursue a career in higher education to uplift students in Southern Colorado.”
That decision led Jason to a rewarding career in education. After serving as an industries liaison and academic advisor for five years, he returned to CSU Pueblo in 2023 as the Lead Specialist for the Teacher Education Program in the Division of Extended Studies. Today, his program supports over 5,000 educators across all 50 states and 11 countries in earning professional development credits and accredited graduate-level coursework that can be applied toward the Master of Education Pathway. “We partner with nearly 50 educational providers in 20 states and 3 countries,” Jason explained. “It’s incredible to see the impact CSU Pueblo is having on educators worldwide.”
Jason’s leadership extends far beyond the classroom. Since graduating, he has served in numerous community roles, including being elected the youngest Chairperson of the City of Pueblo’s Historic Preservation Commission, where he twice served as chairman and helped restore the historic Holmes Hardware building into the Fuel & Iron Food Hall. He’s also held leadership roles with the Roselawn Foundation, Pueblo Heritage Museum, and Pueblo South High School Alumni Foundation, helping raise funds, coordinate restoration projects, and preserve local history. Currently, Jason serves as President of his Homeowners Association, ensuring financial stability and keeping costs 20% lower than comparable HOAs in Pueblo.
Jason’s ongoing connection to CSU Pueblo remains strong. In 2024, he established the Falsetto Family Scholarship, which supports first-generation students in the Center for Honors and Leadership. “It’s an honor to work at CSU Pueblo as both an alum and a staff member,” he said. “My goal is to help retain talented students in Southern Colorado after graduation.”
His advice to current students and recent graduates is simple yet powerful: “Find a pathway that makes you happy and fulfilled. Finding passion in the work you do will open more doors for opportunity than anything else.”
