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Roadrunner Community MSU Denver employees celebrate the season

The Tivoli Turnhalle turned into a festive 'Snowflake Chalet,' drawing hundreds of employees to the University's annual Holiday Fest.

Workplace Experience MSU Denver’s core values get a refresh

Updated definitions incorporate employee feedback and focus on clarity, actionability.

Awards and Achievements Congratulations to MSU Denver’s 10 newest LEAD graduates

University professionals advance their leadership and management expertise through a semesterlong intensive program.

Technology Workday Student selected as MSU Denver’s new SIS

A project team will begin work on the modern student information system in January, with onboarding and planning throughout spring.

Photo of the week

Two women stand together, smiling, as one holds a certificate. A festive backdrop with streamers and "VIP" signage is behind them.
Awards and Achievements PHOTOS: Three cheers for BRAVO award winners

The Student Affairs’ branch recognizes team members who help the community thrive.

Leadership and Governance

A smiling man in a blue blazer and plaid shirt stands with arms crossed in a brightly lit space, featuring blurred colorful artwork and modern decor in the background.
Leadership and Governance Interim executive director of Online Learning brings broad experience to the job 

Samuel Jay is a longtime MSU Denver faculty member and leader.

Faculty Senate
Leadership and Governance Faculty Senate opposes proposed 90-credit bachelor’s degree program 

Body votes to sign letter to state higher ed leaders outlining concerns, supporting collaborative approach.

MSU Denver President, Janine Davidson at the President’s Cabinet Meeting
Leadership and Governance President’s Cabinet hears of strong support for campus housing 

Meeting also covers work-study improvements, $100M fundraising campaign and Shoutout winners.

MSU Denver Chief Strategy Officer James Mejia and Dean John Masserini sit at a conference table as they participate in a President's Cabinet meeting.
Leadership and Governance President’s Cabinet hears work-study update 

October meeting also addresses policy updates, highlights Ombuds Team and honors Roadrunner Shoutout winners.

Academics

A person in waders stands in a shallow stream surrounded by trees, using scientific equipment to collect water samples.
Academics Environmental Engineering program earns prestigious ABET accreditation 

Students stand to benefit with funding opportunities, enhanced career mobility

Jenny Allert, right, receives her certification and pin at the ACUE Celebration of Faculty in May.
Academics Back to school: MSU Denver faculty members hit the classroom to improve student outcomes 

Educators boost student engagement and close equity gaps with student-centered teaching strategies.

Brothers Jon Dyhr, left, assistant professor in the biology department, and Ben Dyhr, professor in mathematics and statistics
Academics Dyhr brothers help power MSU Denver’s OER expansion 

Sibling professors improve student access through Open Educational Resources that can be freely downloaded, edited and shared.

Alfred W. Tatum, Ph.D
Academics Literacy Research Center and Clinic to tackle Colorado’s learning crisis 

Set to open in February, the center will investigate the root causes of low literacy rates and associated low science and math achievement.

Roadrunner Community

A large event space filled with people mingling during a festive holiday celebration.
Roadrunner Community MSU Denver employees celebrate the season

The Tivoli Turnhalle turned into a festive 'Snowflake Chalet,' drawing hundreds of employees to the University's annual Holiday Fest.

Stephen Lease, CEO of goodr sunglasses brand
Roadrunner Community 5 insights from goodr founder Stephen Lease 

MSU Denver alumnus Stephen Lease, CEO of the popular sunglasses company, shares lessons for aspiring entrepreneurs.

Portrait of 50/50 Raffle sellers at Coors Field Rockies game
Roadrunner Community Socktober and Colorado Rockies 50/50 Raffle celebrate fundraising success  

Generous donors and volunteers raise over $216,000 for MSU Denver students and programs.

MSU Denver sweater and socks on a snowy backdrop
Roadrunner Community Rowdy Claus delivers new MSU Denver gear in time for holiday shopping 

Brooches, sweaters and socks — add a touch of MSU Denver to your celebrations with these limited-time items, available now for the perfect seasonal gift.