Faculty celebrate research over lunch
Annual ORS Awards Luncheon honors faculty, showcases work
Research was the reason for the celebration in the Lawrence Street Center Terrace Room on Oct.… Full Story
October 11, 2017
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School of Public Affairs
Research on energy development could help reduce future conflict
SPA professors Weible and Heikkila receive NSF grant, build on previous research
In a polarized political environment, two CU Denver researchers are working to help mitigate conflicts around one of Colorado’s most contentious issues – oil and gas development.… Full Story
October 4, 2017Conversations in Africa
Public Affairs students take Maymester trip to Uganda and Rwanda
“Africa will change you.” That’s what CU Denver Adjunct Professor Jamie Van Leeuwen, PhD, tells students in his School of Public Affairs (SPA) Maymester course, which takes them to Uganda and Rwanda to study poverty and development.… Full Story
September 13, 2017
Preparation is key for alumnus
Denver Police Department Capt. John W. Burbach III believes in being prepared
John W. Burbach, a law enforcement professional for 34 years, knew early that preparation and dedication led to success.… Full Story
August 13, 2017
A leader of leaders
Alumnus followed others to find fulfillment in leadership
Adam Goodman became an expert in what makes a good leader by becoming a good follower. In his early 20s, he followed his heart to move to Colorado—and the University of Colorado Boulder—from his boyhood home in Florida.… Full Story
August 13, 2017
Happy Haynes, Denver leader
Alumna uses education in long, distinguished career of city service
Happy Haynes has devoted her entire professional life to serving the residents of Denver, so it should come as no surprise that when she wanted to advance her education she chose Colorado’s only public urban research university—located in the heart of Denver.… Full Story
August 13, 2017
All in a day’s work: budgets, after-school programs, pot regulation
CU Denver alumna solves challenges of a growing city
You may have noticed the city of Denver has had an influx of new residents recently—about 50 people per day moved here in 2016, according to census data, making Denver the fastest-growing city in the U.S.… Full Story
July 17, 2017
He's the man behind Hazel's Brownies
Alum leaves law enforcement career and turns into brownie baron
When Greg Morrison (Master of Criminal Justice ‘85) remembers his days at CU Denver’s School of Public Affairs, his favorite memories are of the people he met.… Full Story
July 17, 2017
Spring 2017 Commencement included CU Denver staff
Family and professional support energized employees to earn degrees while working
For many CU Denver graduates, the commencement ceremony signals the beginning of a job hunt. … Full Story
May 16, 2017
Peace Corps and CU Denver announce new prep program
Peace Corps and the University of Colorado Denver have announced a new partnership centered on an undergraduate certificate program called Peace Corps Prep.… Full Story
May 2, 2017
