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Key takeaways: Emergencies don’t always offer time to plan and prepare. By taking a few minutes now to know what to do and save resources you might use one day, you can make a big difference when something unexpected happens. 1. Understand campus alerts and resources The Auraria Higher Education Center uses text messages and […]
Key takeaways: MSU Denver has a new process in place that establishes what faculty and staff members should do when they learn a student is missing or cannot be located. The process and related University policy align with a state law enacted this year that outlines how colleges and universities respond to missing-student reports, including specific timelines for conducting a preliminary wellness […]
Faculty and staff members at Metropolitan State University of Denver continue to secure funding for projects that support student success, strengthen Colorado’s workforce, advance research and expand community engagement. Explore the grant projects below to learn more about their impactful work. Learn more about grants at the Office of Sponsored Research and Programs.
Metropolitan State University of Denver has adopted an updated Student Code of Conduct designed to make expectations and conduct processes clearer for students and the employees who work with them. The 2026–28 Student Code of Conduct is the result of a yearlong review by a committee of students, faculty and staff members. The revised code […]
The start of a new academic year is one of the busiest and most exciting times on campus. Before students fill classrooms and campus walkways, take a few minutes to check off these important reminders to help ensure a smooth start to the semester. The academic year officially kicks off with Rowdy Rally, formerly known as Convocation, on Saturday, Aug. 15, MSU Denver’s signature […]
MSU Denver has received statewide recognition from the Colorado Department of Higher Education for its coordinated, campuswide approach to helping students stay on track to earn their degrees. The University is one of 15 Colorado institutions to receive the department’s new Comprehensive Basic Needs Campus Designation, which recognizes colleges and universities that have built strong systems […]
After serving nearly eight months as interim dean, Jinseup “Ted” Shin, MFA, has been appointed dean of Metropolitan State University of Denver’s College of Aerospace, Computing, Engineering, and Design, effective immediately. Provost Matt Makley, Ph.D., announced the appointment Wednesday following what he described as an “exceptionally competitive national search.” Before entering higher education, Shin built […]
State of Colorado employees have access to a wide-ranging corporate discount marketplace, and those eligible for benefits at Metropolitan State University of Denver can take advantage of them with their University email. The State of Colorado BenefitHub offers deals on thousands of products, ranging from vacation and event tickets to insurance and other essential services. […]
Changemakers are everywhere at Metropolitan State University of Denver, from faculty members championing civic engagement to staff members supporting the campus community. Take a look back at the Changemaker stories featured in the Early Bird over the past year below, then nominate yourself or a colleague for consideration in a future profile. We’re looking for Roadrunners who’ve made a positive impact on campus, in […]
