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Jobs before diplomas

Even before graduation, students get hired in their field

March 14, 2018

Most college students hope to find a job after graduation. CU Denver graduates set the bar a little higher. These alumni had opportunities in their career fields before they crossed the commencement stage to get their diploma. To make it happen, they leveraged powerful, real-world learning and rich relationships and opportunities at CU Denver – CU in the City.
Brandon Wiegand, CU Denver alumnus

Brandon Wiegand

This Business School grad got an internship that led to a job offer before graduation.

Get a jump-start at the Career Center.


Lucia Cordovano, CU Denver alumna

Lucia Cordovano

She lined up a teaching job long before finishing her degree through the School of Education & Human Development’s ASPIRE program.


James Pope, CU Denver student

James Pope

This recording arts major is already applying what he’s learning in the College of Arts & Media as an entrepreneur.

Fuel your future at the Experiential Learning Center.


Geoffrey King, 2018 CU Denver graduate

Geoffrey King

He lived in a car for the first 10 years of his life and now has a bachelor’s degree in finance and multiple job offers.