A few weeks ago, Chancellor Haefner made the exciting announcement that Elizabeth G. Loboa, PhD, is our new provost and executive Vice Chancellor here at the University of Denver. Her background, passion for faculty development, commitment to communication and transparency, and most importantly, her clear vision for the future of higher education make Elizabeth an ideal individual for the role of DU’s chief academic officer. She joined the DU community on August 20, 2025. You can read more about Elizabeth, her career path, and her accomplishments on the DU website. More info
GRAD POKER NIGHT
Join the Office of Student Engagement on September 25 from 4–6 PM on the 4th floor (west side) for an evening of fun, cards, and community! Test your poker skills, connect with fellow graduate students, and enjoy free snacks while you play.
The Graduate Student government will also be running a UNO tournament with cool prizes
Are you passionate about building community, driving change, or advancing your field of study? Start your own Graduate Student Organization! GSOs are a great way to connect with peers, develop leadership skills, create meaningful programming, and make an impact on campus. The Office of Student Engagement is here to support you every step of the way, turn your ideas into action, and your passions into a thriving student group.
Sunday, Oct. 5 (4:00 PM - 7:00 PM) | University of Denver, Campus Green
We're excited to invite you to the 2025 Hero Games hosted by the University of Denver Student Veterans Association! This is a team-based fitness challenge where teams of four will compete in four workouts with one shared goal: to push themselves, have fun, and build community! When & Where: Date: Sunday, October 5, 2025 Time: Check-in starts at 3:00 PM | Games begin at 4:00 PM Location: University of Denver - Campus Green How it Works: 4 people per team (limit 16 teams total) Compete for prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place Free Hero Games shirt, swag bag, and refreshments for all operators Register here: Instructional videos are also available Here: We'd love to see you there, whether you're competing or cheering on teams!
DU Well Coaching
Thrive Health Promotion is excited to offer wellness coaching to students! DU Well Coaching is a free, one-on-one wellness coaching program for undergraduate and graduate students (enrolled in fully on-campus programs). Whether you’re working on building a consistent fitness routine, getting better sleep, or achieving another personal wellness goal, a trained Wellness Coach can provide the structure, support, and accountability you need to stay on track. Book your appointment with the link attached. For questions, email hcc.thrive@du.edu. More Info
Register for the "Understanding AI" Course
Are you curious about AI and want to learn more about how you can use it? Register for the "Understanding AI" course offered by the Ritchie School of Engineering and Computer Science. This course provides a clear understanding of how AI works and what it can/can't do. It is open to everyone and offered at both undergraduate (3490) and graduate levels (4490). More Info
Celebrate Excellent Academic Advising
We are thrilled to announce the 2024–2025 winners of the Provost's Award for Excellence in Academic Advising! Please join us in congratulating Dr. Todd Wells, Department of Chemistry, and Shawntisha Bailey, Lamont School of Music. Dr. Wells and Shawntisha were honored as Faculty Advisor of the Year and Staff Advisor of the Year, respectively, and received their awards from Provost Loboa at the Academic Advisor Training this August. Stay tuned! Nominations for the 2025–2026 Provost's Award for Excellence in Academic Advising will open soon. More info
Register for the Student Employees Achieve Badge
Want to wow future employers with your career-readiness? Register now for the Student Employees Achieve Badge program this fall! In this program, students will train in career readiness skills and reflect on how they are building those skills in their student jobs. All trainings will be offered online both synchronously and asynchronously. The fall 2025 quarter cohort will focus on the career skills of Professionalism, Communication, Critical Thinking, and Career & Self-Development. The dates are as follows: Sept. 24, 5-6 pm MT– Professionalism: Navigating Workplace Norms (led by Office of Student Employment) Oct. 1, 5-6 pm MT – Communication: Writing Styles Across the Workplace (led by Dr. Geoffrey Stacks, University Writing Center) Oct. 8, 5-6 pm MT – Critical Thinking: Design and Assessment (led by Dr. Stephen Riley, Director of Academic Assessment) Oct. 15, 5-6 pm MT – Career & Self-Development: Transferable Skills (campus-wide open event, led by Career & Professional Development) The deadline to register is Monday, September 15th! More Info
