The House v. NCAA settlement was officially ratified on Friday, clearing the way for universities to directly pay student-athletes starting in 2025. The University of Denver announced months ago that as a non-power conference member, it will opt in and abide by the settlement terms, which take effect on July 1, 2025. What will this mean for DU, mid-majors, and the Power Four conference members (Big 10, Big 12, SEC, ACC)? Continue reading University of Denver & The NCAA Face Brave New World Post House Settlement
Category Archives: University of Denver
Votes of No Confidence, Failed or Otherwise, Damage Both the Faculty and Administration
This past Friday, the University of Denver’s Faculty Senate began voting on a motion to express no confidence in Chancellor Jeremy Haefner publicly.
According to The Washington Post, the results of ‘votes of no confidence’ show mixed results. How effective are no-confidence votes? Many observers dismiss them as merely symbolic, an acute symptom of chronic faculty unrest. But the report cited above suggests they have more power than simply a show of angry hands. Of the 235 no-confidence votes between 1989 and 2022, a little more than half (51%) of the leaders who were the target of the vote left office within a year. A separate study of 57 no-confidence votes found that in 32 of those cases, the campus leader was out of office within six months. Continue reading Votes of No Confidence, Failed or Otherwise, Damage Both the Faculty and Administration
Goddard Unearths Boone Treasure in Stunning Quirk of Fate
The story is finally ready to tell. Most LetsGoDU readers will think this is satire but every word is true. The original 1960’s Denver Boone mascot has been found and is now in the hands of LetsGoDU staff. The original Denver Boone mascot is no worse for wear despite relocation and eventual rediscovery after 50+ years in the hands of unknown individuals. Continue reading Goddard Unearths Boone Treasure in Stunning Quirk of Fate
University of Denver Feeling Impact of Federal Cuts
We’ve all read and heard of the Federal Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) and the ostensible effort to reduce government spending. Regardless of your point of view, these initiatives are impacting DU. However, Colorado public universities will be more directly impacted by cuts from the Feds. Moody’s Investors Service recently downgraded its outlook for the higher education sector from stable to negative, citing the potential negative impact of federal policy changes on the operating environment for colleges and universities. Continue reading University of Denver Feeling Impact of Federal Cuts
STEM Horizons Project Construction Begins Along Wesley Avenue
In January of 2024, we broke the news of a major project along Wesley Avenue on the south end of the DU campus. The project will create a dedicated area for STEM (science, technology, engineering and math). The $100M project includes a major new research laboratory building (featured image) and renovations that will transform the Seeley G. Mudd Science Building, built in 1982 as well as some work in the Boettcher Sciences. Unlike the rest of campus, the area has been long neglected and out of sight to most campus visitors. Continue reading STEM Horizons Project Construction Begins Along Wesley Avenue
Gondola Project Set to Address Campus Navigation Issues
DU Board of Trustees announced a $12 million gondola project to connect the north and south ends of DU’s campus. Various forms of transportation have been tried around campus to transport students and guests, including eBikes, scooters, and buses. The latest proposal knits together recent branding efforts with campus transportation, safety, branding, and innovation. Continue reading Gondola Project Set to Address Campus Navigation Issues
Last Call for Commemorative Hockey Jerseys and Vests
The season is coming to a rapid end and so are sales of our 75-Year Commemorative hockey jerseys. There are only two weeks left (March 15th) before we stop this popular promotion. Continue reading Last Call for Commemorative Hockey Jerseys and Vests
Ritchie Memorial Provides Memories and Principles For a Successful Life
The west side of Magness Arena was filled Thursday morning with academics, politicians, and public and private civic community leaders, alumni and friends. All gathered to celebrate the life of Chancellor Emeritus Daniel L. Ritchie. Continue reading Ritchie Memorial Provides Memories and Principles For a Successful Life
Dan Ritchie’s Impact on DU Athletics
Chancellor Emeritus Dan Ritchie was a quiet titan – gentle, humble and kind on the outside but determined, steely and focused in word and deed. His civic contributions are too numerous to mention as are his support for other key areas of the University of Denver. We would like to recognize his impact on DU sports and the broader community. Continue reading Dan Ritchie’s Impact on DU Athletics
University of Denver Titan, Daniel L. Ritchie, Dies at Age 93
The University of Denver and the entire Denver community lost a great leader with the death of Daniel L. Ritchie.
More details to follow in the life of Dan Ritchie.