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Fall is in the Air!

We love this time of year! In addition to Halloween, we invite you to learn about some of the many celebrations and festivals happening around the world and on campus this time of year! rRead up on these observances via links bellows, and check CrimsonConnect for upcoming events…

• Halloween
• Samhain
• Día de los Muertos
• All Saints Day
• All Souls Day
• LGBT History Month
• Native Heritage Month

Celebrate Wisely:

As members of a diverse community, all DU community members are expected to uphold the values of integrity, respect, and responsibility. The University encourages everyone to:

• Be thoughtful when choosing costumes, decorations, and party themes. Easy and “funny” aren’t the only criteria for a good time.

• Be informed. Making light of historical or current events can undermine our sense of community. Furthering misinformation about incidents or people suggests ignorance or indifference to others’ lived experience. Beyond impact on others, consider yourself as well: "Would I want my friends, family, and/or a potential employer to see my costume on social media?"
• Showcase your creativity by avoiding representations that reduce cultures or peoples to jokes, caricatures or stereotypes.

Learn more through the We’re A Culture, Not A Costume campaign.

Celebrate Safer:

• Be respectful. Remember the phrase, "The way they dress does not mean yes.” Someone’s costume does not indicate their consent.
  • Consent is affirmative, meaning you will want to ask directly and wait until you receive a clear and uncoerced 'yes' before engaging in any sexual activity.
  • Also, don't forget that someone cannot consent to sex if they are impaired by alcohol or other drugs.
• It is never the fault of the survivor/victim if someone experiences harm, no matter what they are wearing, drinking, or where they are or who they are with. Know that there are resources and supports available on campus if you or someone you know has experienced interpersonal violence. Contact CAPE at cape@du.edu or www.du.edu/cape
• Plan ahead. Set a drink limit beforehand, and make sure you have a safe way home.
• Party together. Stay with the same group of friends the whole time.
• Eat (more than sweets) and stay hydrated before and while drinking.
• Don’t mix alcohol and other drugs, as combinations can be dangerous.
  • If planning on using substances, make sure to use caution, and always test powder, pills, and liquid substances for fentanyl before using. 
  • If you need fentanyl testing strips or safer sex supplies, visit Thrive Health Promotion's table in the first floor of Community Commons on Thursday, October 26th from 1-4pm to pick up free harm reduction supplies and learn about having a safer Halloween.
• It’s cold/flu+ season. Don’t share food/drinks, wash your hands regularly, and cough into your elbow/tissue.
• Consider DU's Mask Policy: For safety, persons may not wear coverings that conceal their face on University premises. Read the policy here, and try something more creative with your costume!
• While enjoying the season’s festivities, remember, at DU we look out for each other. That means being aware of our situation, interrupting harmful jokes, attitudes, and actions before they escalate, and calling for help when needed.

Process Update from Senior Vice Provost for Academic Affairs

We are writing to share important updates about two processes related to academic affairs. 

As stated in its Non-Discrimination Statement, the University of Denver prohibits discrimination based on protected characteristics, including discrimination against students with disabilities.  Students with disabilities who seek accommodations to fully access the Academic Exceptions Process and/or the Academic Grievances & Appeals Process should promptly contact AccessibleDU: Student Disability Services (SDS).  

For more information, please visit DU Academic Affairs Policies & Procedures site to review the updated version of the Academic Exceptions Process and Academic Grievances & Appeals Process.

Cheer on our DU Athletes!

Undocu Resource Day

Friday, Nov. 10 (8am-1:30pm) | Auraria Campus

Join educators from high schools, colleges, and non-profits to develop skills and build community in support of undocumented students!

Open to undergrad and graduate students.

RSVP Here

Scholar Shop

Want to address issues in your community but don't know where to start? The Center for Community Engagement's (CCESL) Scholar Shop is a resource that connects students, faculty & staff with local organizations to collaborate on projects that address community-identified interests. You can collaborate on impactful work, gain hands-on experience, and you can use it to fulfill program requirements like capstones.

Students from all majors have used it.

Learn more and see past projects

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