Is improving your cooking skills one of your 2025 goals? Jump-start your wellness journey by enrolling in one of Metropolitan State University of Denver’s healthy-cooking classes and take advantage of the employee tuition benefit. These five-week courses focus on hands-on techniques to create nutritious, flavorful meals that support specific health goals.
“Cooking your own meals lets you choose your ingredients and how they’re prepared,” said Jennifer Watson, Ph.D., a registered dietitian and assistant professor in the School of Hospitality. “If your doctor or a dietitian has recommended a healthier approach to eating, these classes can help you adjust your favorite recipes while learning new techniques to improve your overall health.”
Healthy-cooking classes
- Heart Healthy Cooking (CRN 33988)
Dates: Jan. 21-Feb. 22
Time: 11 a.m.-1:50 p.m.
Learn to prepare meals that support cardiovascular health.
Register by Jan. 21.
- Diabetic Wellness Cooking (CRN 33987)
Dates: Feb. 24-April 5
Time: 11 a.m.-1:50 p.m.
Explore dishes designed to manage blood sugar and promote overall wellness.
Register by Feb. 24.
- Global Wellness Cuisine (CRN 33986)
Dates: April 7-May 10
Time: 11 a.m.-1:50 p.m.
Discover healthy recipes from around the world.
Register by April 7.
These classes provide a unique opportunity for MSU Denver employees to prioritize wellness while taking advantage of tuition benefits.
How to use your tuition benefit
Eligible MSU Denver employees, their spouses and dependents can take up to nine credits tuition-free per semester through the Employee Tuition Benefit Program.
Tuition-benefit process
Employees must apply for the tuition benefit each semester that they would like to use the benefit.
- Read the Tuition Benefit Rules and Procedures.
- Apply with University Admissions.
- Register for classes.
- Apply for the MSU Denver Employee Tuition Benefit: Username is your NetID (your NetID is the first part of your email address — everything before the @ symbol).
Key dates:
- Undergraduate-admission application deadline: Jan. 6
- Tuition-benefit application deadline: Jan. 17
- Course-registration deadline: first day of class
