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Volunteer at Fall 2025 Commencement!

If you ask your colleagues what their favorite time of the year is, many may say, “Commencement.” It’s the culmination of years of students’ hard work. It’s a day filled with smiles and support from family and friends. And it’s one of the most rewarding parts of our jobs as...

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CU Denver and National History Day Expand Access to Civic Education Across Colorado

Nov. 10, 2025

As a university rooted in access, innovation, and impact, CU Denver is proud to announce an expanded partnership with National History Day (NHD) to provide new professional development opportunities for teachers across Colorado.

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States Where Unemployment Claims Are Increasing the Most

Nov. 7, 2025

Professor Adam M. Lippert was featured in WalletHub's recent article about unemployment claims.

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CU Psychedelics Summit Showcases Leadership in Emerging Field

Oct. 29, 2025

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.

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CU Denver’s Research Impact Getting Global Attention

Oct. 22, 2025

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.

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Best Baseball Cities (2025) - WalletHub

Oct. 22, 2025

Professor Sarah K. Fields was featured in WalletHub's recent article Best Baseball Fans Cities.

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English Department Mourns Passing of Emeritus Professor Mary Rose Sullivan

Oct. 22, 2025

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.

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Denver Scholarship Foundation Celebrates Scholars - Including Multiple CU Denver CLAS Students and Grads

Oct. 14, 2025

Denver Scholarship Foundation celebrated its 2025 Annual Homecoming Gala. The event honored and celebrate the economic impact and accomplishments of Denver Public Schools high school students, DSF scholars and alumni. The Gala featured University of Colorado Denver graduate, Diego Burciaga. He shared his educational journey from North High School to...

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Chemistry Professor Emilie Guidez Earns Phi Kappa Phi Love of Learning Award

Oct. 10, 2025

Dr. Emilie Guidez , Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry, received the 2025 Love of Learning Award from the Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi , the nation's oldest and most selective academic honor society spanning all disciplines. Since joining CU Denver in 2017, Dr. Guidez has built a...

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CU Denver Chemist Developing New Tool to Illuminate Pancreatic Tumors

Oct. 10, 2025

Dr. Jung-Jae Lee , Associate Professor in University of Colorado Denver's Department of Chemistry, has received a Wings of Hope for Pancreatic Cancer Research grant to develop an innovative imaging tool that could help surgeons more effectively identify and remove pancreatic tumors. Dr. Lee’s project centers on " advanced nanoprobes...

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