Tuesday, August 18, 2026
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Milestone Event Celebrates the Future of Independence Plaza

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Mile High City Life

Need a Pick-Me-Up? Check Out One of These Coffee Shops Near Campus

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Ask an Expert

Can Bees Help Scientists Measure Pollution in Urban Cities?

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Moment of the Week

Students Move Into City Heights and Lynx Crossing Residence Halls

Partnering for Impact: A Workshop with CU Denver Advancement

With ELEVATION: The Campaign for CU Denver well underway, faculty and staff are invited to join the Advancement team for a workshop featuring practical tools and insights to help you feel more confident, capable, and successful in engaging philanthropic support for your programs. RSVP here by Aug. 28.

When: Tuesday, Sept. 1, 10 a.m. to noon
Where: Business School, Jake Jabs Event Center, or virtual

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CLAS

Chemistry Professor Scott Reed Wins First Place in AI Pitch Competition

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SEHD

In Memoriam: Ron Tzur

News You Can Use

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Safety Reminders

Welcome back! We want you to have an enjoyable and safe week. Below are a few things to keep in mind, especially as you start the semester.

• Always be aware of your surroundings and keep track of your belongings.
• There is no tailgating in any CU Denver parking garage.
• Always lock your vehicle when you park.
• If you see something, say something.

If you are on the Auraria Campus and need help, call the Auraria Police at 303-556-5000. You can also use the Text-A-Tip option at 720-593-8477.

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CU ChatGPT Edu Available for Eligible Students

As a continuation of the university’s OpenAI initiative, CU’s ChatGPT Edu is now available for free to eligible CU Denver and CU Anschutz students. Students can check their eligibility on this webpage. Eligible students are required to take the AI training in Canvas to request access. After completing the training, students will receive an email invitation to join the CU ChatGPT Edu instance with their university email address. To take the training and start the process, students can visit this webpage for a direct link.

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Research Team Grants Program: Request for White Papers

The Research Development Office is accepting white papers for the 2026 Research Team Grants (RTG) program from now until Monday, Sept. 14. The RTG program seeks promising teams and research opportunities to provide focused institutional investment and to position teams to develop competitive proposals for federal, state, foundation, industry, or other sponsors. The proposals should be innovative, interdisciplinary, and have strong potential to attract external funding. For guidelines on submitting white papers, the multi-step selection process, and deadlines, click here.

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Digital Accessibility Committee Seeking Members

The Digital Accessibility Committee (DAC) is looking for more faculty and staff to contribute to its work. Members are asked to attend committee meetings and support projects, as needed. Those who are interested in joining should email digitalaccessibility@ucdenver.edu. You can also engage by visiting the Digital Accessibility website and registering for related workshops and events.

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Upcoming Lane Closures on Speer Boulevard

Beginning early this week and lasting through late September, expect left-lane closures on northbound and southbound Speer Boulevard and a single, left-lane closure on Stout/Kalamath Street crossing over the Cherry Creek Bridge. These closures are due to work on the Cherry Creek Bridge as part of the Downtown Rail Reconstruction Project. Find more information here.

CU Denver in the News

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

Denver Business Journal
Independence Plaza “Last Piece of the Puzzle” for Denver Mayor’s 16th Street Stabilization Plan
9NEWS
CU Denver Officially Closes on Almost $28 Million Purchase of Independence Plaza
The Denver Post
Denver’s Chinatown History Was Erased for Decades, but Its Preservation Is Newly Relevant
Events and Announcements
Block Party

Thursday, Aug. 20, noon to 3 p.m.

Lawrence Street (between Speer Boulevard and 14th Street)
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