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Metropolitan State University of Denver has been awarded the Carnegie Elective Classification for Community Engagement, a prestigious national recognition that validates years of sustained, campuswide work to serve the public good. The classification, awarded by the American Council on Education and the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, honors colleges and universities that collaborate with community partners through teaching, research and […]
Three candidates for dean of the College of Business will visit Metropolitan State University of Denver next week to share their vision for the role. The search committee invites Roadrunners to attend the following open forums to meet the finalists, ask questions and share their ideas. Virtual attendance is encouraged for those who can’t be on campus. View candidate resumes. The new dean will succeed Ann Murphy, Ph.D., who retired from her leadership role after […]
The Early Bird newsletter is taking a break. We’ll resume regular publication on Jan. 13, when the first newsletter of the year is scheduled to land in your inboxes. Although the newsletter will be on hold, the Early Bird team will continue processing requests and may publish select stories to the Early Bird website during the break. Be sure to explore the site and use the search […]
After a highly competitive national search, David McNabb, J.D., has joined Metropolitan State University of Denver as the first executive director of Housing and Residence Life. McNabb will lead the University’s effort to expand its residential footprint as it prepares for the opening of Summit House, MSU Denver’s first residence hall, in fall 2027. McNabb holds a Juris Doctorate from Mitchell Hamline […]
Faculty and staff across Metropolitan State University of Denver are behind a wide range of newly funded projects, from student support and adult education to community-based work across Colorado. Take a look at the latest grant awards below. Learn more about grants at the Office of Sponsored Research and Programs.
Last semester, over 90 faculty members across Metropolitan State University of Denver collaborated with undergraduate teaching assistants to enhance classroom support, improving retention rates. The TA program is led by co-directors Rebecca Forgash, Ph.D., professor of Anthropology, and Philip Bernhardt, Ed.D., professor of Secondary Education, and launched in fall 2020. It has supported nearly 19,000 students across more than 1,320 course sections, the majority of which are at the 1000 and 2000-level, […]
Got a list of health checkups you’ve been putting off? The upcoming annual Employee Wellness Fair offers a chance to tackle most of them, without ever leaving campus. At the fair, employees can receive free health screenings and flu shots and speak directly with employee-benefit vendors. “This event is a great opportunity for employees to […]
On a warm spring afternoon in 2024, a circle of students gathered under a large sunshade in the heart of Metropolitan State University of Denver’s campus. With free Red Bulls in hand and tough political questions on their minds, they turned to Professor Robert Preuhs, Ph.D. He listened carefully, then answered in plain language, connecting […]
The annual Employee Engagement Survey launches Feb. 12 and runs through Feb. 26 — and this year, a friendly departmental competition adds extra motivation to participate. “Fueling Excellence Together means everyone has a seat at the table to shape the future of Metropolitan State University of Denver,” said Charles Kibort, director of Human Resources Operations […]
Faculty and staff members with military connections now have a dedicated space to connect at Metropolitan State University of Denver. VetFams is open to all faculty and staff members who have served in the military, are currently serving or have a family in the armed forces. The group will meet monthly in the Veteran and […]
