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Congratulations to USG President
& Vice President Elect:

Madeleine Dierking & Justin Walker have been elected 2026-2027 Undergraduate Student Government President & Vice President. 

They will be sworn in at USG Senate on Tuesday, May 19th (around 7:00pm) in the Mary Reed Renaissance Room, and from there will conduct the swearing in of their Senators-elect.

USG Senate meetings are open to the general student body, so all are welcome to celebrate next year's group!

DU Day at The Rockies

Sunday, May 17
Coors Field

University of Denver Day at the Rockies is on Sunday, May 17! Join fellow DU staff, students, and alumni for a beautiful afternoon at Coors Field. The DU ticket package includes a limited-edition DU Rockies hat and a contribution to the DU Scholarship Fund.

Secure your seats today!

Pop-Up Palooza at DU

May 17th, 2-5 PM
The Campus Green

Pop-Up Palooza is DU's biggest student-run creative marketplace and music festival, happening May 17th from 2–5 PM on the Campus Green. Come browse handmade goods and explore startups from 50+ student and local vendors, enjoy live sets from four student bands, and grab free food — all in one afternoon. Whether you're looking to shop, discover new artists, or just hang out on the green with friends, it's the perfect way to spend a Sunday.

Entrepreneurship Week 2026

Sunday, May 17, through Friday, May 22
Across Campus

Entrepreneurship Week returns to campus May 17–22. Join Entrepreneurship@DU for a week of events focused on innovation, creativity and real-world problem solving. Featured events include:

• Ttudent-led innovation festival Pop-up Palooza
• The Entrepreneurial Challenge,
• A live panel exploring how global systems shape markets, capital and opportunity

All DU students, faculty, staff, alumni and the Denver community are welcome. All events are free to attend. Learn more and sign up now.

DU VIN Grand Tasting
Saturday, May 23, 1:00–4:00 PM
Joy Burns Center, 2044 E. Evans Ave.

Join us for a high-energy, all-inclusive afternoon at the Du Vin Grand Tasting. Enjoy a wide selection of wines, along with spirits, prosecco, and non-alcoholic options, plus complimentary appetizers. General Admission runs from 1:30–4:00 PM, and Early Access from 1:00–4:00 PM. The event also features live entertainment, including a band, champagne-pouring performers, and more, along with interactive games with prizes. It’s the perfect mix of drinks, food, and fun!

Grab your tickets here!
+21 ONLY!

Spring Opera Workshop

Thurs, May 28, 7:30pm & Fri, May 29, 7:30pm
Newman Center for the Performing Arts, Hamilton Recital Hall

Join us for this annual favorite presented by Lamont voice students! Featuring selections from Carousel, The Light in the Piazza, Into the Woods, Little Women, Candide, Anyone Can Whistle, Gypsy, Les Misérables, Merrily We Roll Along, and more.

Mental Health Awareness Month Programming

As the year wraps up and finals start piling on, it’s easy for stress to sneak up on you. May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and Thrive Health Promotion has a full lineup of events to help you slow down, reset, and look out for your well‑being. Whether you want to plant something green at Wild, Not Crazy, get a sweet treat at Therapy Is Cool, or just take a breather with friends, these activities are all about giving you space to relax and recharge—while picking up real strategies to support your mental health during finals and beyond. If you’re someone who likes helping others, there are also trainings throughout the month where you can build peer‑support skills and make a positive impact on campus.

Check out the full calendar and visit the Mental Health Awareness Month page on Crimson Connect to see what’s happening and jump in.

Join us for the 2026 Disability Visibility Graduation!

Wed, June 10 (11:00am  - 12:30pm. Doors open at 10:15am)
Community Commons, Grand Forum 1700

We welcome all graduates, their families, and supporters to honor our graduates’ dedication and resilience throughout their academic careers. This event requires an RSVP due to limited space, but it is free and open to all. Students must be registered for their name to be called and receive honors. REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS WEDNESDAY, May 27, 2026

Light refreshments will be provided, and a photo booth will be available after the event!

This event is proudly hosted by: Student Disability Services (SDS) Learning Effectiveness Program (LEP) Civil Rights and Equal Opportunity (CREO)

Register now on Crimson Connect!

First-Gen Graduation Reception

Wednesday, June 10 (6 PM - 9 PM)

To celebrate your achievements, FIRST@DU is offering a special first-gen stole for those who submit their RSVP by 11:59 PM on May 1st. This event requires an RSVP due to limited space, but it is free and open to all.

Don't miss out on this unique keepsake!

RSVP on Crimson Connect

Entrepreneurship Week Panel: Reenvisioning Wealth

Thursday, May 21 (1:30 - 4PM)
Reiman Theater in Margery Reed Hall

Join us for a dynamic, two-part panel discussion exploring how global systems and local innovation are shaping the future of capitalism. Featuring thought leaders across academia, industry and policy, this event examines how markets create value, who benefits and what comes next! Open to all DU students, faculty, staff and community members.

Safari Class in Tanzania - Open for Applications / Winter Interterm

Serengeti NP, Arusha NP, Tarangire NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Oldupai Gorge and more
Join us for a field class in Tanzania over Winter Interterm. Ugrad and Grad credits available, Scholarships available.

Contact Dr. Erika Trigoso for more info: erika.trigoso@du.edu

Summer 2026 Travel Courses with University Academic Programs

Summer is almost here and we still have room in our summer travel courses! Apply now for summer aid for all summer travel courses. All summer aid applications will go through Financial Aid.  The summer term is June 13, 2026 - August 21, 2026. University Academic Programs is offering travel courses as well as online and on-campus selections. 
Course Offerings: 

• International Travel Development Dilemmas/Who Owns Paradise: Nicaragua (GEOG 3300)
• Health Equity - Argentina (CNP 3701/4794) - application closing soon!
• Leadership in Prague History (LDRS 2460)
• Nature Writing in Finland (ASEM 2869) - application closing soon!
• Photography in Norway, Sweden, and Denmark (ARTS 3701) - application closing soon! ​​​​​​Online and On-Campus 
• The Geography of Surfing: Central American Dynamics (GEOG 2730) - application closing soon! 
• Ways of Seeing and Sensing (ASEM 2536) -- This course has a $220.00 program fee attached and will take place on the KMC campus
• Writing for Wellness (WELL 2100

All non-travel courses will still go through myDU for registration. 

Upcoming High School Graduations on Campus

This year, high school graduations will run from Friday, May 15 through Friday, May 29. In the schedule attachment, you will find specific information as it pertains to each ceremony to include estimated graduate count, doors open/ceremony times, parking gates opening, lots being utilized, increased traffic times, and more.

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