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Former Metropolitan State University of Denver associate professor and alumna Marilyn Starrett died Feb. 4 at the age of 80. After a career in corporate public relations, Starrett joined the Department of Journalism and Media Production faculty, where she taught Journalism, Public Relations and Social Documentary for two decades. She was a member of one […]
As students juggle classes and make decisions along their educational journeys, professors and mentors this week can drive students to keep track of their goals with the Rowdy Pit Stop. The Pit Stop offers students a checklist of steps to create an Academic Plan and make sure their Degree Progress Report (DPR) aligns with it. […]
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MSU Denver’s Total Rewards team is offering a series of benefits webinars and individual sessions this spring designed to help employees plan for retirement, protect their families and identities, and make informed financial decisions. Opportunities run March through June and include virtual and in-person options. Whether you’re fine-tuning your retirement strategy, considering homeownership or organizing […]
The President’s Cabinet at Metropolitan State University of Denver recently reviewed progress on the 2030 Strategic Plan, examined the challenging FY27 budget landscape and debated revisions to the University’s social media policy. Before turning to business at the Feb. 26 meeting, President Janine Davidson, Ph.D., recognized faculty excellence and campus momentum, including legislative engagement at […]
If your Metropolitan State University of Denver academic or athletic program is hosting camps and activities for local youth, it’s time to share the specifics so the University can help promote these great opportunities. Fill out the intake form to do so. Once submitted, you will be able to find your camp and others on […]
The coordinated work of faculty and staff members across advising, academic affairs, instruction and more brought measurable momentum into 2026, as campus contributors met or exceeded all top-line metrics impacting student enrollment, retention, completion and social mobility. Meredith Jeffers, Ph.D., executive director of University Strategy, highlighted gains in student success from June to December in […]
For Metropolitan State University of Denver employees covered under an Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield policy, healthy habits and smart choices are good for your wellbeing and your wallet. Anthem Health Rewards offers up to $225 in gift cards for completing eligible health activities, and covered spouses under Anthem can earn the same rewards. […]
Metropolitan State University of Denver has selected Emily Ragan, Ph.D., as the First-Year Student Success Faculty Fellow. The donor-funded fellowship began this semester. A major goal of the fellowship is to create a fall 2026 faculty learning community focused on data-driven strategies for first-year success. Meredith Jeffers, Ph.D., executive director of University Strategy, said many […]
