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Study shows Facebook unfriending can have real offline consequences

Facbook unfriend...

DENVER (Feb. 4, 2013) – According to a new study from CU Denver, unfriending someone on Facebook can have repercussions that often reach far beyond cyberspace.

Problem of human trafficking discussed at Buechner Breakfast

Panelists discuss problem of human trafficking at February's Buechner Breakfast

DENVER - About 1,000 people were arrested in the United States last year for human trafficking schemes, but that's just "skimming the surface" of a national scourge that exists in the shadows, said a federal agent who specializes in trafficking cases.

Clinton Foundation highlights work of Anschutz Health and Wellness Center

Anschutz Health and Wellness Center honored by Clinton Foundation

AURORA, Colo. (Feb. 5, 2013) – The Anschutz Health and Wellness Center has been recognized by the Clinton Foundation for its pledge to reduce childhood obesity.

Colorado statehouse welcomes CU Denver student veterans

Colorado statehouse welcomes CU Denver student veterans

DENVER (Feb. 5, 2013) – "Boots to Suits", a program originally meant to pair the veterans with mentors in the business world, is now enlisting mentors from public service and government.

Student says Milo name fills bill for urban campus

Student Juliana Valera stands with Milo the Lynx, the mascot she named

DENVER - Milo. The name of the University of Colorado Denver's new mascot popped into the head of CU Denver graduate student Juliana Valera while she was riding on light rail.

Milo the Lynx makes rousing entrance

Milo the Lynx appears at CU Denver

DENVER (Feb. 7, 2013) - In a Spirit Thursday that pulsed with more energy than a glitzy NBA game intro, University of Colorado Denver students, faculty and staff today welcomed a furry and energetic new member to the campus community -- Milo the Lynx.

Film made by CU Denver grad selected for SXSW Film Fest

Film about tiny house living made by CU Denver grad to premiere at SXSW Film Fest

DENVER (Feb. 7, 2013) - “TINY: A Story About Living Small,” a film made by a University of Colorado Denver graduate, will premiere at the prestigious SXSW Film Festival in March.

Grant funding will support nursing master's degree programs

AURORA, Colo. Feb. 7, 2013 - Grant funds Adult, Family and Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner master’s degree options to for geriatric needs.

Professor views project as way to open doors to housekeepers

Assistant Professor Andres Lema-Hincapie stands between custodians Aurelio Barranca-Osorio and Angelica Reaves

DENVER (Feb. 12, 2013) - Andres Lema-Hincapie's work in the Department of Modern Languages is about opening doors -- to language, to culture, to art.

New program to curb opioid prescription drug overdoses

Prescription drugs

AURORA, Colo. (Feb. 12, 2013) – A new training program to help stem the epidemic of opioid prescription-related overdoses and unintentional deaths has won the endorsement of the Colorado Medical Society and COPIC.

Donors thanked for transformative contributions to university

Dr. Donald Bennallack is welcomed to the stage by CU Foundation Chair Carl "Spike" Eklund

DENVER (Feb. 7, 2013) - Stories of life-changing university research, and the people who make it possible, were celebrated at the Sixth Annual Donor Recognition Dinner.

New interchange called critical access point to Anschutz Medical Campus

Congressman Ed Perlmutter talks about the partnerships that led to the 17th Place intersection

AURORA, Colo. (Feb. 12, 2013) - Officials cut the ribbon on the 17th Place-Interstate 225 interchange Monday morning, ushering in an important access to the Anschutz Medical Campus. The bridge is expected to open to public use by March 1.

‘Tough love’ needed to turn around low-performing schools

Child with wind spinner

DENVER (Feb. 13, 2013) - Study finds small, incremental efforts in work to turnaround low-performing schools seldom succeed.

President Benson says he wants 'interim' removed from Chancellor Elliman's title

CU President Benson addresses a forum at the CU Denver campus

DENVER -- Saying Chancellor Don Elliman "will take this campus farther and faster than anybody you could imagine," University of Colorado President Bruce Benson today said the "interim" should be removed from Elliman's title.

Bioinnovation and Entrepreneurship opens doors to students

Students attend a class as part of the Bioinnovation and Entrepreneurship Certificate at Anschutz Medical Campus

AURORA, Colo. (Feb. 19, 2013) - Carsten Schnatwinkel, who has a PhD in molecular cell biology, is discovering career avenues he hadn't previously considered thanks to a certificate program in Bioinnovation and Entrepreneurship.

App launched for Anschutz Medical Campus

New app is available featuring information about the Anschutz Medical Campus

AURORA, Colo. (Feb. 19, 2013) -- Rolling out soon to a mobile device near you: a user-friendly and flexible app that features information about the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus.

MIX wins Mile High Vocal Jam competition

MIX performs at the Mile High Vocal Jam on Saturday

DENVER (Feb. 19, 2013) - The University of Colorado Denver's Commercial Voice Program swept Saturday's Mile High Vocal Jam competition at the King Center. MIX and the 9th Street Singers took first and second place, respectively.

2013 Alumni Rock Bottom Ruckus raises scholarship dollars

Alums of CU Denver raise money

DENVER (Feb. 20, 2012) – CU Denver alumni, administrators and well wishers turned out in cowboy boots and western wear on Feb. 17 for this year’s Rock Bottom Ruckus.

Early human burials varied widely but most were simple

Man in an Upper Paleolithic burial in Sunghir, Russia. The site is approximately 28,000 to 30,000 years old.

DENVER (Feb. 21, 2013) - A new study from the University of Colorado Denver shows that the earliest human burial practices in Eurasia varied widely, with some graves lavish and ornate while the vast majority were fairly simple.

Admission Promise creates pipeline for community college students

A CCD student receives advising from Admission Promise coordinator Nimol Hen

DENVER (Feb. 21, 2013) - The many routes to attaining a bachelor's degree can be confusing. That's where Admission Promise steps in, easing the transition to a premier university -- specifically, the University of Colorado Denver.

Minority Affairs Committee shares feedback from diversity groups

Brenda Allen makes a point during inclusion and diversity dialogue at Auraria Library

DENVER (Feb. 21, 2013) - The Minority Affairs Committee (MAC) led a wide-ranging discussion about underrepresented students and the issues they face -- including financial aid, academic support, campus climate and integration -- at a recent meeting.

University Communications volunteers at Food Bank of the Rockies

University Communications team members volunteer at Food Bank of the Rockies

DENVER (Feb. 22, 2013) - Multiple teams of volunteers rolled up their sleeves to lend a helping hand this month at the Food Bank of the Rockies as part of the CU in the Community program.

Don Elliman named chancellor of CU Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus

Don Elliman named chancellor of CU Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus

DENVER (Feb. 22, 2013) - CU President Bruce D. Benson announced the selection of Don Elliman as chancellor of the University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus.

Business School students compete in Commodity Trading Challenge

An Undergraduate team from the CU Denver Business School competes in Trading Challenge

DENVER (Feb. 26, 2013) - Students in the University of Colorado Denver Business School are getting the chance to trade actual commodities in real time through the CME Group Commodity Trading Challenge.

University and Ogilvy partner on global business education

Students rush to their next class at International College Beijing

DENVER (Feb. 26, 2013) - CU Denver and Ogilvy PR announce a new program to educate CU Denver students about global business and communications skills through an intensive public relations planning course in China.

TRIO supporters celebrate and rally for student services programs

CU Denver student Samantha Miles talks as an Achiever Speaker at TRIO Day

DENVER (Feb. 26, 2013) - TRiO supporters gathered to both celebrate and rally for continued funding of the outreach programs that currently serve thousands of low-income university students, including 165 at CU Denver.

Professor shares passion for anthropology with students

Charles Musiba talks about early human fossils during Scientists in Action program

DENVER - After fielding questions about rare bones, cool discoveries and tough excavations, Charles Musiba, Ph.D., was asked a more personal question: "Do you like what you do, and why?"

CU Denver Student Life is hiring a student justice

DENVER (Feb. 26, 2013) - CU Denver Student Life is hiring a justice. The primary role of the student justice is to interpret the Student Government Association (SGA) Constitution and resolve appeals from students.

Pension studies point toward surplus deferred compensation

Piggy bank, pennies and Benjamin Franklin

DENVER (Feb. 28, 2013) - Two CU Denver Business School professors indicate a large level of surplus deferred compensation and near-retirement salary growth among both K-12 and university employees.

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