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With matcha soft-serve and craft cocktails, among other enticing choices, the Auraria Campus is about to level up its dining and social scene. Exciting new additions Ichigo Matcha, Mimi Bubble Tea and Quad Side Tavern are opening this fall, offering Metropolitan State University of Denver students, faculty members and staff members more diverse, convenient and […]
Now that summer has come to a close, the Early Bird wants to see how you spent your time off! Whether you took a vacation, enjoyed a staycation or tested out new hobbies, share your favorite photos with the Early Bird. Photos will be included in a roundup to share with other employees. Best practices […]
Metropolitan State University of Denver is doubling down on its call for innovators, dreamers and doers. The University has refreshed its “Changemakers Wanted” advertising campaign to inspire the next generation of Roadrunners and highlight the stories of students shaping their futures. The “Changemakers Wanted” campaign originally launched in spring 2023: an invitation to anyone wanting […]
The energy was high for Metropolitan State University of Denver’s first President’s Cabinet meeting of the academic year. President Janine Davidson, Ph.D., shared updates on major campus projects, including breaking ground on the new student housing complex in September and the Gina and Frank Day Health Institute Tower in January. Meanwhile, Cabinet members finalized approval […]
The fall semester at Metropolitan State University of Denver isn’t just the start of another exciting academic year; it will usher in a new chapter in the Auraria Campus’ evolution. MSU Denver and campus partners are working on major projects that will enhance the student experience and strengthen connection to the community. As construction gets […]
Students returning to campus this fall will find a new twist on welcome programming. Ready, Set, Rowdy! begins Aug. 18 and stretches across four themed weeks designed to help Roadrunners connect with peers, faculty and staff. The expanded approach replaces the single-week format with a monthlong rollout that encourages deeper engagement and helps students build […]
Attendees of the 2025 event will take home commemorative swagMetropolitan State University of Denver’s second annual Community Collab Summit is set for Sept. 12, and this year’s event offers an enhanced agenda aimed at deepening collaboration, sparking innovation and supporting professional growth for employees across the University. Building on the success of last year’s inaugural […]
Metropolitan State University of Denver is upgrading its student-information system, replacing the current SIS, Ellucian Banner, with Workday Student. Following the successful completion of the Strategy and Readiness activities and the Planning phase, the University officially entered the Architect and Configuration phase of the project May 5. This phase will continue through next summer and focus […]
Metropolitan State University of Denver has welcomed Leanne Bokinskie as its new chief operating officer, a restructured role designed to strengthen operational and financial leadership during a pivotal time for the University. Bokinskie, who joined the University on May 30, brings decades of experience in finance, administration and higher education. Most recently at Virginia Tech, […]
To assist students and employees in navigating times of change and to support wellbeing in general MSU Denver has compiled a list of campus and community resources. These offerings are intended to provide emotional, professional and practical support. Employees are encouraged to share resources with students as appropriate.
