Denver has been absent snow this season but we are hoping the campus will look like this soon. The mountains continue to receive snow so the ski slopes are open. Denver athletes can be seen on campus and off during winter break competing or practicing on the courts, ice, slopes, fields or gym getting ready for the Winter quarter. Continue reading Wishing for Snow and a Great New Year
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Denver Soccer Star Faces Biggest Battle
While we anxiously anticipate DU’s upcoming second-round NCAA match against Clemson Sunday at 5:00 pm MT, a former Denver soccer star is facing a much bigger battle. As he plainly stated on his Twitter November 17th, “The hardest day of my life.” Continue reading Denver Soccer Star Faces Biggest Battle
Joy Burns Estate Awards DU with Largest Gift in School History
We told you about the passing of one of DU’s most passionate advocates, former board member Joy Burns in 2020. Today, Chancellor Jeremy Haefner announced that her estate gift is “the largest in DU’s history, is a testament to the enduring legacy of Frank and Joy Burns at DU”. Continue reading Joy Burns Estate Awards DU with Largest Gift in School History
7 Things To Do Around DU With a Halloween Hockey Bye Weekend
- A volleyball – soccer doubleheader at DU on Saturday. Watch DU volleyball battle for first place against Omaha at 1:00 pm at Hamilton Gym. Go to Crimson & Gold on University for a late lunch and the Campus Lounge on Evans to refuel. Go to the 7:00 pm Denver men’s soccer match against Omaha as the first place Pioneers play their conference rival.
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DU Employees to Receive Covid Backpay and Bonus from University
It’s no secret that the COVID-19 pandemic had a big impact on many industries but especially higher education. DU was no exception. It had to put in place pay and staff cuts as the University faced a $45 million shortfall. Yesterday, however, a bit more than a year removed from the beginning of the oddest school year in memory, the University of Denver notified employees that they will be retroactively paying back those pay cuts and paying every full and part-time employee a bonus. We could not be prouder of DU. Continue reading DU Employees to Receive Covid Backpay and Bonus from University
Toaster Gains Admittance to ASU
A high school senior from Redlands, California applied as ‘Melba Toaster’ to Arizona State University and the kitchen appliance was promptly selected for early admission. Known for its extremely generous acceptance rate (86.5%), ASU officials were hard-pressed to explain the blunder. Continue reading Toaster Gains Admittance to ASU
DU Finalizes James C. Kennedy Mountain Campus
It has taken nearly a year but DU has finalized the purchase of a Rocky Mountain Campus. Originally thought to be the Beaver Village Condos in Winter Park, the new mountain campus will be near Ft. Collins on a sprawling 724-acre tract of land, currently named Magic Sky Ranch near Red Feather Lakes. According to sources, a key donor balked at the Winter Park site which was on a commercial parcel near the entrance to downtown Winter Park. The idea was to identify a parcel that provided more privacy and a more unique outdoor experience and it appears they have found exactly what they’re looking for with the James C. Kennedy Mountain Campus. Continue reading DU Finalizes James C. Kennedy Mountain Campus
2021 DU Homecoming Kicks Off Next Week
Denver homecoming is fast approaching, slated for October 4th – 9th. The week includes events to celebrate Chancellor Jeremy Haefner’s installation as Denver’s 19th chancellor which was delayed due to COVID-19 and ends with DU Hockey’s season-opening series against Arizona State. Continue reading 2021 DU Homecoming Kicks Off Next Week
DU Athletic Hall of Fame Inductions Slated for October 15th
Registration is still open for this year’s Denver Athletics Hall of Fame awards dinner to be held Friday, October 15th, 6-9 pm MT ahead of the Hall of Fame hockey game against Air Force on Saturday at Magness Arena. Originally scheduled for last year, but postponed due to COVID-19, this year’s induction class is one of the most impressive groups of athletic alumni ever assembled at DU. Continue reading DU Athletic Hall of Fame Inductions Slated for October 15th
Following Denver Athletics Just Got Easier
Denver Athletics launched a new mobile phone app with real-time game updates, scores, breaking news, and access to game tickets. The app can be customized to match the interest of each user and tickets will be electronically issued to customers who, in turn, download their tickets into their electronic wallets for presentation game day. Like many other entertainment outlets, Denver is rapidly phasing out paper tickets and moving to e-tickets. Continue reading Following Denver Athletics Just Got Easier