Monday, April 27, 2026
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Laura Zabaleta Arias is graduating with a bachelor's in criminal justice this spring.
Spring Commencement

Meet Laura Zabaleta Arias: How This Graduate Found Community, Confidence, and New Opportunities at CU Denver

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Photos

Student Work on Display at the Annual Research and Creative Activities Symposium

Student Awards

Milo Awards: Spring 2026 Edition

Need a New Professional Photo? The Next School Picture Day Is On May 5.

Stop by the Benson Terrace at the Lola & Rob Salazar Student Wellness Center on Tuesday, May 5, from 9 to 11 a.m. for CU Denver’s quarterly School Picture Day. University Communications photographer Paul Wedlake will take headshots of employees on a first-come, first-served basis.

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Spring Commencement

Meet Syrena Hjelmgren: Future Agent to Rock Stars

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CEDC

DSAI Symposium Recap: CU Denver at the Forefront of AI Innovation

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CLAS

How Reshaping Multiscale Molecular Modeling Breaks Scientific Boundaries for Real-World Impacts

News You Can Use

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Dora Epstein Jones Appointed Department of Architecture Chair

The College of Architecture and Planning has appointed Dora Epstein Jones as the Department of Architecture chair, effective Wednesday, July 1. A respected educator and theorist, Epstein Jones brings experience that builds on the department’s existing reputation for engaging the built environment. Learn more here.

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Summer Tuition Assistance Benefit Application Opens May 1

Eligible employees may apply for the Tuition Assistance Benefit (TAB) for summer courses from May 1 through June 8. Find more information here.

Blair Gifford Mile High Sustainability Impact Challenge Pitch Night

On Friday, May 1, from 5 to 8 p.m., student teams will compete in the Jake Jabs Event Center for the chance to win a $10,000 prize. This event is the culminating stage of a semester-long, interdisciplinary competition hosted by the Sustainable Business Program in which student teams develop solutions addressing sustainability challenges in downtown Denver. The CU Denver community is encouraged to attend. Dinner will be provided. Register in advance here.

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Open Enrollment Ends May 8

Open Enrollment is your annual opportunity to make changes to your CU benefits without experiencing a qualifying life event. This year’s enrollment window is open until 5 p.m. on Friday, May 8. Make sure to verify your information and check your current health plan and insurance enrollments. Find more information here.

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Auraria Campus Updates

The Auraria Campus provides regular updates on traffic, parking, and sidewalk or street closures. Check this webpage for the latest impacts.

CU Denver in the News

Mentions of our faculty, staff, students, and alumni in local and national media

9NEWS
Chaffee County Sheriff’s Office Generates AI Photo of Missing Hunter to Aid Search and Rescue
PBS
Studio Twelve Ep. 49: Teahee, Climate Innovation, Seed Starting, and More
Chalkbeat
Here’s Why This Colorado Teacher Gives Out Pocket Copies of the U.S. Constitution
Events and Announcements
2026 Economic Forecast: National and Regional Insights

Thursday, April 30, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Jake Jabs Event Center
Daring Innovation Concert

Sunday, May 3, 2 to 4 p.m.

King Center Concert Hall
Stop The Bleed Course

Thursday, May 7, 9 to 10 a.m.

CU Denver Building, Room 1100
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