The MSU Denver Open Educational Resources (OER) task force is incredibly excited to invite you to our second annual MSU Denver OER celebration! Join us for coffee and refreshments and a fun opportunity to learn more about our OER successes. Over the past six years we have grown from having only a handful of students in OER courses to having a duplicated headcount of 30,913 students (16.8% of total) in no- or low-cost courses in the 2023-24 year, leading to up to $2,490,000 estimated student savings in that year alone. Meet with faculty who have transformed their courses using OER and learn how state of Colorado grant opportunities have contributed to our OER success at MSU Denver!

GWS majors and minors, you are invited to GITA's: Mutual Aid Community Organization Panel! Learn how you can use your degree in community organizing and liberatory work. Join us for an afternoon of panelists and discussion. 

(PLAY) Wintertime explores the joy, pathos, and vast power of love—with its capacity to both save and destroy us. Set in an idyllic woodland vacation home just before New Year's Eve, the play follows four couples (and some unexpected guests) as they struggle with their hopes, disappointments, passions, and each other.

(PLAY) Wintertime explores the joy, pathos, and vast power of love—with its capacity to both save and destroy us. Set in an idyllic woodland vacation home just before New Year's Eve, the play follows four couples (and some unexpected guests) as they struggle with their hopes, disappointments, passions, and each other.

(PLAY) Wintertime explores the joy, pathos, and vast power of love—with its capacity to both save and destroy us. Set in an idyllic woodland vacation home just before New Year's Eve, the play follows four couples (and some unexpected guests) as they struggle with their hopes, disappointments, passions, and each other.

(PLAY) Wintertime explores the joy, pathos, and vast power of love—with its capacity to both save and destroy us. Set in an idyllic woodland vacation home just before New Year's Eve, the play follows four couples (and some unexpected guests) as they struggle with their hopes, disappointments, passions, and each other.

MSU Denver - 2025-26 Financial Aid Workshop Join MSU Denver staff at this in-person workshop designed to assist in completing your annual FAFSA(Free Application for Federal Student Aid) and/or the CASFA(Colorado Application for State Financial Aid), if applicable, for the upcoming 2025-26 academic year. The 2025-26 FAFSA implemented extensive changes, with the intent of simplifying the student process. All tax information will now be imported into the application directly from the IRS, but your identity will still need to be verified. Please Bring: Your Student ID Student Social Security # -or- Permanent Residency Card FSA ID (StudentAid.gov login information) [for FAFSA only] Parental demographic information (name, email, social security #, & date of birth) if applicable* *NOT required if currently married, financially supporting any dependents at least 50%, are active military or veteran, born prior to 1/1/2002, or considered independent by the FAFSA by other means We look forward to helping you reach your goals! Pre-register via link below!

The LGBTQ Student Resource Center invites all LGBTQ+ identified CCD, MSU, and CU-Denver Fall graduates to our Lavender Graduation ceremony. Graduates who attend the ceremony will receive a stole and certificate, as well as dinner with your chosen loved ones. Graduates who cannot attend have the option to pick up their stole from the center. Please consider nominating a student, staff/faculty, or campus organization for our Lavender Advocate awards and complete our RSVP/Pick-Up form to learn more. Scan the QR Code to register or visit tinyurl.com/F24LavGrad Registration closes: Wednesday, November 27th by 5:00pm (MT)

Any faculty or staff member who identifies as disabled is welcome to come for support and community!

MSU Denver - 2025-26 Financial Aid Workshop Join MSU Denver staff at this in-person workshop designed to assist in completing your annual FAFSA(Free Application for Federal Student Aid) and/or the CASFA(Colorado Application for State Financial Aid), if applicable, for the upcoming 2025-26 academic year. The 2025-26 FAFSA implemented extensive changes, with the intent of simplifying the student process. All tax information will now be imported into the application directly from the IRS, but your identity will still need to be verified. Please Bring: Your Student ID Student Social Security # -or- Permanent Residency Card FSA ID (StudentAid.gov login information) [for FAFSA only] Parental demographic information (name, email, social security #, & date of birth) if applicable* *NOT required if currently married, financially supporting any dependents at least 50%, are active military or veteran, born prior to 1/1/2002, or considered independent by the FAFSA by other means We look forward to helping you reach your goals! Pre-register via link below!

Any faculty or staff member who identifies as disabled is welcome to come for support and community!

Bundle up and join us for Rowdy's Winter Wanderer Bingo, an exciting scavenger quest that will take you to key locations across campus! Visit various spots, mark them on your bingo card, and compete for a chance to win great prizes. After your adventure, warm up with delicious s’mores and a comforting soup bar. It’s a fun and interactive way to explore campus and connect with friends—don’t miss out!

Join us for the Student Involvement Fair & Commuter Recognition Day, a special event led by TSAC and Student Organizations! Celebrate and support our commuter students with Commuter Recognition Day, hosted by TSAC in the upstairs section of the Turnhalle. Grab a customized Commuter Tool Kit to help make your commute easier, and enjoy the fun activities hosted by TSAC, including a delicious Spud Bar! Meanwhile, explore student organizations at the Student Involvement Fair downstairs, where you can discover ways to get involved on campus and meet like-minded peers. This event is a perfect opportunity to connect, get involved, and make the most of your time on campus!

Join us for an evening of glowing fun at Glow Golf! Enjoy a 9-hole mini golf course that lights up the night with glow-in-the-dark excitement, along with other glowing games and classic arcade favorites in our upstairs lounge. Kick off the night with light-up bracelets to set the vibe, and get ready for an unforgettable evening of fun, games, and friendly competition. Whether you're showing off your mini-golf skills or hanging out in the arcade, this is one event you won’t want to miss! **Start your day with Morning Coffee & Donuts—we’ll be serving up 150 donuts from Dunkin along with coffee to fuel your day, plus light-up bracelets to get you pumped for the glow-in-the-dark action later on

Join us for a vibrant social event sponsored by the Center for Multicultural Engagement and Inclusion and the University of Colorado Denver Center for Identity and Inclusion! We invite all students, staff, faculty, and community members to come together for an engaging evening filled with community vendors, meaningful conversations, and delicious food. This meet-and-greet is a fantastic opportunity for students on the Auraria campus to connect with various departments, student groups, and local resources. We are also thrilled to announce our keynote speaker, Regent Wanda James, who will share her insights and inspire us with her experiences.

Any faculty or staff member who identifies as disabled is welcome to come for support and community!

Terri Gentry is a firm believer in the preservation of African American heritage. She has been a volunteering docent at the Black American West Museum since completing her African American Studies program in 2008. Her deep understanding of the history of this area is nothing short of amazing. Terri is a proud advocate of African American heritage which she mainly gets to do as a volunteer Docent at the Black American West Museum. Terri has been instrumental to the success of the Black American West Museum.  At the museum, she gets to teach visitors about many unsung heroes, who are just a few of the thousands of African Americans who have been fighting and paving ways for black America.  Terri also sits on the board of directors for the museum.

Justice for Black Coloradans Healing Through Truth: Toward Justice and Reconciliation Join us for an in-depth overview of the Black Coloradan Racial Equity Study, established by SB24-053 to address historical and ongoing racial injustices. This groundbreaking study, led by the Black Coloradan Racial Equity Study Commission, focuses on key areas impacting Black communities in Colorado, including:   Access to Asset and Wealth Building: Addressing generational wealth disparities. Housing: Examining the legacy of redlining and barriers to homeownership. Criminal Justice/Policing: Highlighting racial disparities in policing and sentencing. Health Care: Tackling health inequities and outcomes. Education: Exploring access and quality in K-12 and higher education.   In partnership with History Colorado, this study aims to determine if state practices are contributing to these inequities, with recommendations for actionable change following its completion. Learn more about this pivotal study, its goals, and how it seeks to foster justice and equity for Black Coloradans.

Colin North Cheadle is a seasoned HR leader and executive coach with over 20 years of experience including work with Fortune 50, Fortune 500, private global marketing & technology, national manufacturing corporations, startup corporations and governmental agencies. From guiding foundational strategy to leading strategic improvements to the collective experiences of people in the workplace, Colin has led transformational, diversity-centered organizational change at every stop of his career. He has led advancements in talent acquisition, L&D, communications and marketing, and organizational design. He has also provided leadership through complex pre & post acquisition phases. Colin has established himself as a reputable leader in People Operations, Change Management, Technology Development, and Mobile App Strategy. He has extensive experience with aiding executives in achieving their highest levels of production and performance for the betterment of the organization. His passion for people is what has always been the main ingredient in his professional accomplishments.

Terrance Boyd is the CEO of Wild Boyd Farm and is a first-generation rancher.  He has been featured on Channel 7, Rocky Mountain PBS several times, and multiple podcasts.  In addition, he has been a panelist at several agricultural conferences and summits.  He sits on the CDA Water Quality Advisory Committee and the Steering Committee for Healthy School Meals.  Terrance is passionate about making quality protein available to low income and low access communities. He is married with 3 children and chose the life and environment of ranching. Terrance is the forerunner of the new generation of farmers and ranchers.  For additional information see website: www.wildboydfarm.com.