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PHOTOS: The fall semester kicks off with a Rowdy welcome
MSU Denver students marked their return to campus with a day of fun and games before classes began.
If any place can make going back to school something to look forward to, it’s Metropolitan State University of Denver.…
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He was told he might never walk again. Now Auston Duncan holds a world record
The Air Force veteran and MSU Denver student crossed the finish line for a half marathon with a fellow Roadrunner alongside him.
Five years ago, Auston Duncan lay in a hospital bed unable to move his legs. This spring, he finished a…
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6 questions with Theodore DeWeese, Distinguished Alumni of the Year
As a child, he didn't get the chemistry set he wanted, but as an adult he got a trailblazing career in medicine.
This story appears in the spring 2026 issue of MSU Denver Magazine. For most college students, General Studies courses are the classes…
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Mastering the art of event management
Patrons expect more than just the basics — they expect an unforgettable experience. This program builds the skills needed to create one.
Nicolas Escobedo might be the last person anyone would expect to go back to school to earn a master’s degree.…
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More Colorado students will pay less to attend MSU Denver
A new scholarship backed by a $3.25 million grant expands college affordability for students from four high school districts.
At a time when it feels like the price of everything is rising, the cost of a college education is…
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AI is changing the rules of career readiness
From journalism to engineering, students are learning how to work with artificial intelligence rather than compete against it.
Artificial intelligence is changing what it means to be workforce ready. Healthcare, finance, manufacturing, education, journalism and marketing are all…
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Playhouses invite kids and adults to embrace imagination
Sculpture grad Rudi Monterroso began building the structures during Covid following a thriving art career.
This story appears in the spring 2026 issue of MSU Denver Magazine. The whimsical, shire-esque structures Rudi Monterroso builds are straight out…
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‘Eye-opening’ learning experiences lead to real-world impact
From supporting organ transplant patients to helping communities prepare for natural disasters, MSU Denver students gain hands-on experience while making a difference.
When Miah Edwards signed up for a Fundamentals of Public Relations class, the Public Relations major wasn’t expecting to learn…
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PHOTOS: Summer camps provide teens experience, career insights and fun
New additions in STEM and health care gave MSU Denver campers an inside look at their potential futures.
From building smoke detectors to performing CPR, dozens of Denver area middle and high school students picked up some mad…
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Five surprising facts you probably didn’t know about Colorado history
As Colorado celebrates 150 years of statehood, an MSU Denver historian shares the overlooked stories that reveal how the state became what it is today.
Colorado marks its 150th anniversary Aug. 1, with celebrations taking place across the state. But according to Derek Everett, Ph.D.,…
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