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Eighteen CU Denver faculty rank among the world’s top 2% of most cited researchers, advancing discoveries from water filtration to AI. Another 13 earned career-long impact honors—proof that CU Denver’s research influence is on the rise.
Engineering Savvy Meets Business Insights
John Bailey MBA ’24, is turning adversity into ingenuity. Fueled by his scholarship and a passion for accessible design, this “intrapreneur” is reinventing mobility with DIY wheelchairs meant to be affordable, high-quality chairs users can easily customize. Bailey's drive blends engineering savvy with business insight, enabling impactful change from within.
Generations of CU Denver students have walked the halls of the North Classroom Building. Opened in 1987 as CU Denver’s first custom-built facility on the Auraria Campus, its distinctive clocks have become a familiar sight for both Lynx and those traveling along Speer Boulevard. Home to classrooms, lecture halls, and multiple academic departments, this LoDo landmark remains one of the largest and most recognizable buildings on campus.
From Inspiration to Nomination
In May, we honored exceptional Lynx at the 2025 CU Denver Alumni Awards. From career achievements to community impact, this year’s recipients inspired us all. Watch the event highlights and learn about the awardees in this recap video produced by Ian Kellett '13 with Liquid Luck Productions
. Now, it’s your turn to shine in the spotlight! Nominations are open for the Mack Easton Distinguished Alumni Award and the Graduate of the Last Decade (GOLD) Award.
Thursday, August 21 | 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Emily's Alley at The Slate Hotel
Generations at Work: What Drives Us, Shapes Us, & Connects Us Thursday, September 4 | 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Join the Business School Alumni Network for a dynamic session exploring how different generations approach work and how shared values can bring us together in the workplace.
The CU Denver Dragon Boat team features several proud alumni who will be making waves at the Colorado Dragon Boat Festival on Saturday, September 6 and Sunday, September 7 at Sloan’s Lake Park. This year’s vibrant festival artwork was created by CU Denver alumna and 2025 Mack Easton Distinguished Alumni Award recipient
Nga Vương-Sandoval ’98, MCJ ’02.
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