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Author: Liubov

In a recent presentation to Metropolitan State University of Denver senior leaders meeting, Stacy Dvergsdal, associate vice president for Human Resources, used Workday data to illustrate workforce composition and process improvements. The presentation focused on data gathered for Fiscal Year 2023 and during the first six months following the University’s Workday implementation. Understanding the numbers Data gaps While retention and […]

Author: Liubov

Each year Metropolitan State University of Denver publishes an Annual Security Report (ASR) that is required by a federal law, commonly referred to as the Clery Act, that contains policy statements and crime statistics for MSU Denver. The 2022 Annual Security Report is linked here and is available through the following site: www.msudenver.edu/safety/compliance/campus-crime-reports/. The policy statements address the […]

Author: Liubov

The Metropolitan State University of Denver Faculty Senate convened Nov. 1, led by Senate President Liz Goodnick, Ph.D., associate professor of Philosophy.   Benefits open enrollment Nov. 1-17 This year’s open enrollment, which will be managed completely in Workday, is “passive,” meaning employees do not need to take action unless they are making plan changes. Medical, dental, vision and […]

Author: Liubov

Cheers to the Admissions team for hosting Metropolitan State University of Denver’s most successful Open House ever Oct. 28. The event included numerous breakout sessions, allowing students to explore MSU Denver’s academic programs, scholarship opportunities, campus life and student services.  “It was very positive. The individuals I met with were kind and very informative,” said one future Roadrunner in attendance. “All […]

Author: Liubov

Supervisors should begin conducting mid-year conversations with their professional staff team members (administrative employees) for the 2023-24 performance management cycle.   Mid-year conversations are a wonderful opportunity to check in on goal progress and assess if any modifications are needed. They are also a valuable coaching, growth and development opportunity for supervisors and employees.  While mid-year conversations […]

Author: Liubov

The grant-funded Voter Engagement Student Ambassador project is back, and four ambassadors are ready to help students better understand the voting process.   VESAs are Metropolitan State University of Denver students who partake in nonpartisan events and classroom visits at the University, Community College of Denver and the University of Colorado Denver to highlight the importance of being […]

Author: Liubov

Congratulations to all faculty members who were recently elevated to full professor or were recommended for tenure and promotion to associate professor. This is a great achievement, and thank you for your continued devotion to academic excellence and student success. 

Author: Liubov

Three candidates for dean of the School of Hospitality 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 feedback. Virtual attendance is encouraged for those who cannot be on campus. Candidate 1 Monday   9-10 a.m.: Faculty and staff […]

Author: Liubov

Dear Roadrunners,  Winter weather is making its way toward Denver. At the time of this publication, snow is in the forecast for Sunday, meaning it’s a great time to refresh yourselves and your teams on Metropolitan State University of Denver’s emergency weather procedures.  Information is also disseminated via:  Additionally, announcements are shared with local news […]