Attend one of these mandatory sessions if you want to study abroad next year!
Daily sessions are held through week 10 with the last session being held on Friday, November 18. See online schedule for times and location. First Step Sessions will be available during the winter quarter as well but less frequently and we strongly suggest attending one during the fall quarter if you intend to study abroad during 2023-24.
Tuesday, 11/8 thu Thursday 11/10 Various Times | Community Commons 1700
Join FIRST@DU in celebrating National First Generation Day! We will be celebrating all of our first-generation community at DU and highlighting the important contributions first-generation students have made at DU. Please join us in our three-day long celebration!
November 14-18 | Community Commons 3100
International Education Week (IEW) is an opportunity to celebrate the benefits of international education and exchange worldwide. This joint initiative of the U.S. Department of Education and the U.S. Department of State is part of efforts to promote programs that prepare Americans for a global environment and to attract future leaders from abroad to study in the United States. Join the Office of International Education and celebrate IEW!
Wednesday, November 16 |12:00 PM - 3:00 PM | Burwell Center
Join us in celebrating the success of all the November 2022 Graduates! This includes both undergraduate and graduate students! Snacks, beverages, giveaways, and door prizes will be available. You do not need to be present to win. Stop by any time between 12:00pm – 3:00pm in the Burwell Center for Career Achievement on Wednesday, November 11th to join in the festivities as we welcome our newest grads to the DU Alumni Community!
Questions? Contact Career & Professional Development - career@du.edu
The Clarion is the official student newspaper of the University of Denver, serving as the community’s voice. Read some of the highlights from our publication this week:
This winter, first-year DU students are invited to participate in the Student Wellness Coaching program through the Ritchie Center for Sports & Wellness. All participants will receive access to one-on-one and/or small group coaching sessions with a certified nutrition coach.
Coaches will be available to discuss any of the following topics:
Personal nutrition (including balanced eating, sports nutrition, weight gain, and/or weight loss)
Creating or changing behaviors, routines & habits
Creating a supportive environment
Individual questions and concerns
Body composition assessments (completed on an InBody machine)
Seminars and resources related to wellness and the first-year experience will also be offered in the winter and spring quarters.
If you’d like to participate in the Student Wellness Coaching program, please register online and we’ll be in touch this January. We’re excited to share that all student participation costs are funded by the 4D Infusion Grant program and the Ritchie Center for Sports & Wellness. Please note: Preference will be given to first-year students who register by November 30, 2022.
As part of your registration, you’ll also have an opportunity to provide suggestions about wellness discussions helpful in navigating your first year at DU. If you have any questions about the Student Wellness Coaching program, please contact Ruth Brown at ruth.brown@du.edu.
Protests in Iran for the Death of Mahsa Amini
Over the last month and a half, there have been mounting protests in Iran, resulting from the death of Mahsa Amini. As members of the DU community, both international and domestic, there are resources available for you, if you are experiencing distress and would like to talk with someone. Below are highlights of support resources available to you:
Health & Counseling Center (HCC) (phone: 303‐871‐2205)
All DU students (online or traditional) are eligible to access My SSP:
My SSP (My Student Support Program) It's okay to ask for help. Contact us for 24/7 real-time support via text, phone, app, or internet. My SSP has counselors available who speak Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Korean, Arabic, French, English and many others based on request and availability.
Inside the US: 866-743-7732 | Internationally: 001-416-380-6578 | Website: us.myissp.com
Download the free My SSP app today from your device's app store to get started | My SSP app guide
Individualized support is available through both Student Outreach & Support and International Student & Scholar Services.
Student Outreach & Support: Student Outreach and Support (SOS) connects students who need help with appropriate campus resources. SOS supports all DU students, graduate or undergraduate, on-campus or distance learners. Whether you're in need of support yourself or know someone who needs our services, please get in contact with us as soon as possible. Email: SOS@du.edu
Drop-in Hours in Community Commons Suite 3001:
Monday 1-4PM
Thursday 1-4PM
Friday 1-4PM
Student Assistance Fund (SAF) provides financial assistance to students to help prevent emergency situations or unexpected financial needs from impacting a student’s ability to fully participate in their experience at the University of Denver (DU). The fund is designed to offset a short-term financial need and is not intended to replace or supplement financial aid or other sources of income. Student Outreach and Support will also work with students to discuss long-term plans, as needed.
International Student & Scholar Services: Advisors are here to help you with any academic or professional questions, concerns, and anxieties you might have. Or, if you need to speak to someone about immigration, university policies, or cultural adjustments, our advisors are available. Contact: isss@du.edu
Student Appointments You can schedule a time to meet with an international student advisor to discuss your questions or concerns. Appointments are held via Zoom, in-person appointment available upon request. Make Appointment o Walk-In Advising Walk-in advising which does not require an appointment is available in the Community Commons Suite 3100. Walk-in hours are Tuesday and Thursday afternoons from 1pm to 3pm.