Second-Year Experiences

Was your first year at CU Denver not what you expected? Are you looking to get connected and engaged? Didn't have a chance to take an FYE course in your fall semester? Don't worry, we've got you covered. 

Second-Year September Starts Fall 2023! 

Check out our Second-Year September events below! You can pick up a postcard and participate in our postcard program by going to the Learning Commons Building, Suite 2206. We can't wait to see you at our events! 

Second-Year Experience Calendar

In addition to our FYE courses and our ongoing workshops and SIGs, we also have a variety of events we put on during the fall and spring semesters that are open to both first-year students, transfer students, and our second-year students as well. Please check out the calendar below for upcoming events! 

A list of events occurring in September

Second-Year Interest Groups (SIGs)

SIGs are meet up groups for second-year students around topics of interest.  It’s a great way to connect with other second-year students around a fun topic! We are running two this fall, sign up at the links below (you may be asked to login at the link):

Emerging Leaders Certificate Program with Student Life 

Emerging Leaders Certificate is for students interested in 1) exploring and expanding their understanding of leadership and 2) practicing their leadership skills through community service. Students will gain an understanding of "socially responsible leadership" and the Social Change Model of Leadership through the program. 

Be sure to register for the Emerging Leaders Certificate here.

Second-Year Academic Success Series Workshops (SASS Workshops)

Hosted by the Learning Resource Center, this free workshop will help you get off to a great start for the year. Join the LRC in the new Learning Commons Building (right next to the City Heights Residence Hall and Student Commons) in room 2230.

Please click here to view our Fall 2021 SASS Workshop Schedule.

For questions about the workshops, please email the LRC at lrc@ucdenver.edu .