Student Edition Tuesday, May 26, 2026
CU Denver News
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In Photos

Spring Graduates Celebrate Meeting Their Moment at Commencement
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Awards

Lynx Recognized at Center for Access and Campus Engagement End-of-Year Celebration
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June 18 Opening Reception

Meet Three of the Artists in the Emmanuel Art Gallery's 150th Anniversary Exhibition

CU Denver and Littleton Public Schools Announce Direct Admissions Pathway

On May 13, Chancellor Kenneth T. Christensen signed an agreement with Littleton Public Schools Superintendent Todd Lambert that gives eligible high school students guaranteed admission to CU Denver. The direct admissions agreement marks CU Denver’s fourth with local school districts. Read more about how the partnership helps remove barriers for high school students.
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SPA

Jordan Etchells Leads a Purpose‑Driven Path Through Public Affairs
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Business School

Students Shape a New Era of Health-Cost Clarity

News You Can Use

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Update: MFA for Canvas
At the end of this month, Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) for Canvas will be enabled for all users to add an extra layer of security to protect sensitive information. This update has been coordinated with academic administration and IT security to ensure there is no disruption to teaching and learning. Additional resources have been provided to faculty for navigating this change. If you have any questions or challenges with MFA or the Duo application, visit the Service Portal.

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Auraria Campus to Host Outside Days Festival

The Auraria Campus will host this year’s Outside Days Festival from May 29 through 31, with preparations for the event underway. The festival is expected to impact the flow of traffic to campus, parking availability, pedestrian walkways, and access to some buildings. Please check AHEC’s dedicated website for more information. If you have issues or concerns about accessing buildings on campus during this time, please email AHEC at aurariaevents@ahec.edu.

Please note: Several other events are happening in downtown Denver during the same weekend. If you’re planning on enjoying the festival or coming to campus during this period, we encourage you to give yourself more time to reach your destination.

CU Denver in the News

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

CBC
Chloe Tang Went From Working Security at a Music Venue to Playing It with Dua Lipa
Westword
Meet the Family Behind Colorado’s Stained Glass Empire
Events and Announcements
Come Together: Community in the Auraria Neighborhood

Thursday, May 28, through Sunday, August 2
The CU Denver Experience Gallery
CU Night at the Rockies

Friday, Aug. 21, 6:40 p.m.
Coors Field
University Calendar
Check the university calendar weekly for upcoming events across campus.
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