Wildfires Are Changing the Air We Breathe—Here’s What That Means for Your Health
As wildfires grow larger and more frequent across the West, researchers from Colorado, Utah, and California are digging into how smoke affects the air—and our health.
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Innovation
CU Psychedelics Summit Showcases Leadership in Emerging Field
The CU Psychedelics Summit highlighted Colorado's leadership in psychedelic science. CU Denver's Center for Psychedelic Research is advancing ethical, evidence-based approaches to research, education, and policy - shaping the future of mental health treatment statewide.Read more about CU Psychedelics Summit Showcases Leadership in Emerging Field
CU Denver’s Research Impact Getting Global Attention
Thirty-one researchers at CU Denver are among the top 2% of most cited scientists worldwide, according to the 2025 list compiled by Stanford University and publishing company Elsevier. That’s seven more researchers who made the prestigious list than in 2024.Read more about CU Denver’s Research Impact Getting Global Attention
Philosophy Department Pioneers CU Denver’s First AI Ethics Course: Shaping Thoughtful Innovators
CU Denver’s Philosophy Department launches its first AI ethics course, preparing students to tackle real-world challenges and lead with integrity.Read more about Philosophy Department Pioneers CU Denver’s First AI Ethics Course: Shaping Thoughtful Innovators
Our People
English Department Mourns Passing of Emeritus Professor Mary Rose Sullivan
Remembering Dr. Mary Rose Sullivan, CU Denver English professor, Navy Captain, and mentor whose legacy of scholarship, service, and inclusivity continues to inspire our community.Read more about English Department Mourns Passing of Emeritus Professor Mary Rose Sullivan
Denver Scholarship Foundation Celebrates Scholars - Including Multiple CU Denver CLAS Students and Grads
Denver Scholarship Foundation celebrated its 2025 Annual Homecoming Gala. The event honored and celebrate the...Read more about Denver Scholarship Foundation Celebrates Scholars - Including Multiple CU Denver CLAS Students and Grads
Chemistry Professor Emilie Guidez Earns Phi Kappa Phi Love of Learning Award
Dr. Emilie Guidez , Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry, received the 2025 Love...Read more about Chemistry Professor Emilie Guidez Earns Phi Kappa Phi Love of Learning Award
Media Coverage
Best Baseball Cities (2025) - WalletHub
Professor Sarah K. Fields was featured in WalletHub's recent article Best Baseball Fans Cities.Read more about Best Baseball Cities (2025) - WalletHub
Rankings: CU Denver No. 1 in Colorado for Social Mobility
CU Denver highlights top rankings in research (R1 status), social mobility, online and in-state program quality, and military friendliness — reinforcing its role as an equity-serving, high-impact urban university.Read more about Rankings: CU Denver No. 1 in Colorado for Social Mobility
Local Officials Have a Powerful Tool to Warn Residents of Emergencies. They Don’t Always Use It.
A recent ProPublica investigation into nationwide emergency alert failures features insight from CU Denver College of Liberal Arts and Sciences professor Hamilton Bean, highlighting critical gaps in local preparedness and the urgent need for better communication systems.Read more about Local Officials Have a Powerful Tool to Warn Residents of Emergencies. They Don’t Always Use It.
Announcements
CLAS in CU Denver News
- Whitebark Pine Faces 80% Decline in Current Habitat by 2050: What That Means for Bears, Birds, Farmers, and Ranchers
- Wildfires Are Changing the Air We Breathe—Here’s What That Means for Your Health
- Commencement 2025: CU Denver Honors Graduates and Community Leaders
- CU Denver Once Again Designated an R1 Research Institution
- Hands-On Learning, Real-World Impact: Jeff Knight’s Mission for CU Denver Students

















