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Explore an Integrative Biology Masters Degree From Kurdistan to Colorado: How One Student Followed His Fascination with Arachnids into a Career in Taxonomy Goran Shikak didn’t always know he’d become a taxonomist. But looking back, the signs were there. Born in Miami and raised in Kurdistan, Goran spent his childhood...

When Jeff Knight, PhD, was finishing his postdoc at CU Boulder, his advisor suggested he test the job market to get practice interviewing. “I wanted to find a university where research was strong, but teaching was just as important,” Knight said. It was during the last recession, and opportunities were...

For students like Kathleen Carson and educators like Kurt Knierim, the CU Succeed program has been transformative. It’s not just about earning college credit in high school—it’s about opening doors, creating confidence, and building bridges between high school classrooms and university lecture halls.

Jami Helmig’s path to success was anything but conventional. A first-generation college student, a single mother, and a determined scholar, Jami’s story is one of resilience, resourcefulness, and an unwavering commitment to making a difference.

Dr. Pamela Jansma, the dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (CLAS), has agreed to serve as interim provost beginning Feb. 1, 2025.

Starting a new semester comes with excitement, opportunities, as well as its challenges. We’re here to support you—whether you need academic guidance, career advice, mental health resources, or just a place to connect. No matter where you are in your journey, you’re never alone. Explore the resources available to help...

For Junfei Liu, a senior at CU Denver's College of Liberal Arts and Sciences majoring in communication with minors in economics and mathematics, the path to higher education wasn’t just about academics— It was about breaking barriers.

Support from an anonymous donor marks a milestone in the department’s ability to recruit, retain, and support talented students from diverse backgrounds

The awards for outstanding College of Liberal Arts and Sciences students, faculty, and staff honor their dedication, resilience, and hard work. We celebrate not only their accomplishments but also the values they carry forward as they step into new roles as thinkers, creators, and leaders.

The art exhibition, Hidden Elements: Water & the Environment (Oct. 29 – Nov. 3) held at the Experience Gallery in the Denver Performing Arts Center, culminated in a Friday celebration and extravaganza! The show's Nov. 1 celebration, visited by 100 attendees, saw performances by Bryn Brody (writer and Interdisciplinary Studies...