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ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï’s mission, vision, ongoing operations and strategic planning are informed by a core set of values that define who we are – and aspire to be – as a university.

Walking the Walk

ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï’s Core Values are more than just words. We live them on a daily basis. Here are a few examples:

President Janine Davidson, Ph.D., and University General Counsel David Fine, J.D., co-teach The Politics of Free Speech class.

ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï’s president doesn’t just defend free speech. She teaches it

In a time of polarization, universities can offer students a place to learn through difficult conversations.

MBA students partner with Rowdy’s Corner to strengthen campus food access

Graduate students use business expertise to help expand operations and reduce stigma around food insecurity.

ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï MBA graduate students Dave Bobrowski and Kate Falkenhart have a discussion at Rowdy's Corner.
Graduate Chad Whitmer with his daughters at the specialty graduation celebration for parenting students.

First-ever event celebrates parenting graduates

Metropolitan State University of Denver recognized and honored the sacrifices and extraordinary achievements of those students at the first-ever Parenting Students Graduation Celebration.

Inclusive learning empowers students with intellectual disabilities

ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï’s innovative higher education program prepares students for life and work beyond the classroom.

ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï student Ryan Evans turns a pan upside down to release his cupcakes as Stephen Barela of the School of Hospitality steps in to assist.
J. Renee Trombley, Ph.D., meets with students, left to right, Andri Cheeks, Brittany Lee, and Adam Nakamura, who are connected through ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï's JustIS Alliance.

Serving those who’ve served time

ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï’s JustIS program provides connection, services and hope for students impacted by the justice system.

Call Me MiSTER alumnus inspires the next generation

From MiSTER to Mister P, Jordan Puch is redefining leadership in the classroom.

Alumnus Jordan Puch at Green Valley Elementary School.
ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï students with residents in Guatemala during a previous year's Alternative Break Program.

ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï students break with spring break tradition

Seven ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï students are trading beaches and brews for a week of service in Guatemala.

Students explore flying futures and meet a pilot hero of the past

The Tuskegee Airmen-sponsored program connects middle and high school students with professional aviators.

Original Tuskegee Airmen pilot James H. Harvey III, watches students flying simulated aircraft along with his daughter (right) Alysyn Harvey-Green, Computer Information Systems lecturer.
Psychology student Ashley Blondo helps build community with regular crafting meetups at the park.

Amid a loneliness epidemic, students find connection on campus

ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï is taking steps to combat feelings of isolation and help students build community.