Changemaker: Alumna helps keep mariachi alive in Denver

Several competing theories exist about the origins of the word “mariachi,” the traditional Mexican genre of music dating to the…

6 must-read mystery, horror and thriller stories

It came as a surprise when David Heska Wanbli Weiden, Ph.D., heard the news that Time magazine had included his…

The best movies at the Denver Film Festival

The Denver Film Festival, taking place Nov. 3-12, features a tempting lineup of 186 features, documentaries and shorts from across…

Recipe: pozole rojo

Bright marigold flowers, candles, pierced paper, food offerings and photos of loved ones who have passed on adorn altars around…

Putting the art in artificial intelligence

This story appears in the fall 2023 issue of RED Magazine. Is artificial intelligence good or bad for artists? The…

10 censored books to add to your reading list

In an era of rising book challenges, your choice of reading material matters more than ever. In 2022, the American…

Artifacts tell the true story of displaced Aurarians

Fragments of fine china, a carnival coin and a child’s tea set are among the unearthed artifacts that tell the…

Concerts strike a chord with mental health

If you’ve made it to a concert this summer, you know the music can make your blood pump, your feet…

What can you do with an arts degree?

“What are you going to do with an arts degree?” Students studying the creative arts are likely familiar with this…

Korean wave washes over America — and college campuses

Hallyu — which literally translates to “Korean wave” — refers to the popular diffusion of South Korea’s colorful and dynamic…