Graduate Student Appreciation Week April 6 - April 10
We’re celebrating you! Join us for a week filled with fun events, free food, wellness activities, and opportunities to connect with fellow graduate students. It’s our way of recognizing the hard work, dedication, and impact graduate students bring to our campus community. Don’t miss the chance to relax, recharge, and be appreciated, come celebrate with us!
How did this tradition start? In 1993, three students, Tony Rosati (Georgetown University), Gina Pearson (American University) & Anne Holt (Florida State University), all activists within the National Association of Graduate and Professional Students (NAGPS), wanted to find a way to physically manifest support and appreciation of the contributions, impact and value of graduate students. Their effort led to a cooperative initiative called National Graduate & Professional Student Appreciation Week (GPSAW), which seeks to emphasize the contributions, impact and value of graduate and professional students on campuses throughout the United States. It is celebrated annually on the first full week of April.
Come and be part of this event that was created for you!
Thinking about continuing your journey here for graduate school? Get involved from day one by joining the Graduate Student Government (GSG)! GSG is your opportunity to build community, advocate for graduate student needs, and help shape the graduate experience on campus. Whether you're passionate about leadership, programming, or making an impact, we encourage you to apply. Applications are now open and will be accepted through April 17th. Don’t miss your chance to be a voice for graduate students and make a difference!
Apply today and take the next step in your graduate journey.
The dates for Spring Mental Health First Aid trainings have been released! Join us Monday, April 13th for the first session of the season, or get trained at one of our future dates (May 15th, June 17th). This internationally-recognized certification is cost covered and can prepare you to support individuals experiencing a wide range of mental health challenges, including suicidal ideation, panic attacks, psychosis, and more.
Saturday, April 4, 7:30pm
Newman Center for the Performing Arts, Hamilton Recital Hall
Basil Vendryes, viola, takes the stage with string colleagues to present a program of Mozart and Mendelssohn, featuring the Mendelssohn String Quintet in B-flat.
Scrivner Policy Roundtable: Navigating Colorado’s AI Regulation Landscape
Tuesday, April 7 (12:00 PM - 2:00 PM)
Sie Complex, Room 5025 (Maglione Hall)
Join the Scrivner Institute of Public Policy for the next Scrivner Policy Roundtable! This roundtable is co-sponsored by the DU Center for Ethical Artificial Intelligence and will explore Colorado’s evolving approach to AI regulation, with a focus on the tensions shaping these policy efforts. Presenters will provide an overview of AI‑related themes emerging from the current legislative session and discuss the considerations and challenges influencing AI regulation in the state. Learn more about Colorado's AI policy landscape from experts with a pulse on legislative, industry, and legal perspectives, and take part in discussions on the many complex considerations at play.
Sí Se Puede – The Power of Organizing. Lessons from the Farmworkers Movement.
Tuesday, April 7th (12-1:45pm)
Community Commons #1700
Please join the Latinx Center in reflecting on The Power of Organizing. Lessons from the Farmworkers movement. Together we will consider the various frameworks of the Farmworkers movement and honor its legacy and hope with food, community, and conversation. In alignment with this year’s theme, we will host a panel inspired by various works and speeches within the movement in discussing how the NFWA (National Farm Workers Association) emphasized community-based organizing over traditional organizing tactics. The Latinx Center at The University of Denver advances critical interdisciplinary research, scholarly and creative work, and curricular development related to the historical, political, cultural, and intellectual legacy of Latinx people. The Latinx Center promotes excellence in scholarship and teaching to reflect the cultural experiences of Latinx people across the globe. Through its varied scholarly and cultural activities and events, the center promotes a vision rooted in social justice and equity and is an essential participant in a cultural and intellectual process of empowerment and transformation. For more information on the Latinx Center, please visit here. This event will be open to all members of the DU campus and the broader community. This gathering provides an opportunity for consideration, conversation, and community.
Friday, April 10, 7:30pm
Newman Center for the Performing Arts, Hamilton Hall
Join trombone professor Richard Harris for Songs My Students Taught Me, a program inspired by the passions and curiosity of his students. While teachers often select repertoire to support a student’s growth, this recital shines a light on the pieces students themselves have brought forward—music that spoke to them personally and deeply.
Finish the Year With DU Well Coaching
With the start of a new quarter there comes a new opportunity to work towards wellness goals! DU Well Coaching is here to help you reach them. Work with a Wellness Coach and receive structured support and accountability on your way to reaching your wellness goals. Whether you're looking to develop a more consistent physical fitness routine or sleep better, a coach can help! New to DU Well Coaching this quarter is Financial Wellness Coaching and Tobacco & Nicotine Cessation Coaching. Check out our website if you're interested in learning more!
The Fulbright U.S. Student Program supports a year abroad in over 140 countries. Apply as a graduating senior, alum, Master's or PhD student to pursue graduate study, research, creative or performing arts, or to teach English. Open to any field of study! Applicants must work with DU's Office of Scholar Development & Fellowship Advising (SDFA) to be endorsed by DU. Campus deadline is September 1 for grants that start Fall 2027 / Winter 2028. Previous applicants suggest that you get started early! This spring, SDFA is offering an online info session in partnership with Fulbright as well as virtual and in-person Getting Started sessions.
Sign up through the QR code or CrimsonConnect here.
Nominate an Advisor for the Provost's Award for Excellence in Academic Advising
Did you receive excellent academic advising last quarter? Nominate your advisor for the Provost's Award for Excellence in Academic Advising. Graduate and undergraduate faculty and staff academic advisors, for whom advising is at least a portion of their responsibilities, are eligible to be nominated.
