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Over 100,000 graduates now call MSU Denver their alma mater, and since graduation, they’ve been BUSY! Roadrunner Networks are a unique way to stay connected with your fellow Roadrunners, engage with the Alumni Association, and to stay connected with the University through volunteer opportunities, attending events, networking and philanthropy.
Active Alumni Networks
MHA Alumni Network
The MHA Alumni Association at MSU Denver officially launched in January 2021 and we want you to join us! We are being built by alumni for alumni and we want to continue to support you with your post graduation needs.
Black Alumni Network
The MSU Denver Black Alumni Network seeks to connect, empower and celebrate our Black community of alumni and students. The Network will help foster relationships, connections and opportunities for the entire community.
Geographic Alumni Network Chapters
The MSU Denver Regional Alumni Network Chapters seek to connect and celebrate MSU Denver community of alumni who have moved to different geographic areas across the country. The Network will work to foster social opportunities and professional connections regional community.
Women of MSU Denver
The Women of MSU Denver Alumni Network seeks to provide a space for all alumni identifying as female or non-binary to receive the professional support they need to achieve success. The group will offer inclusive engagement opportunities, networking and leadership development, and encourage an exchange of ideas that will empower women to confidently navigate their career paths.
What is a Roadrunner Network?
Groups of alumni, students, and friends of the University who are drawn together based on common interests, and shared experience. Interacting in-person and virtually, these communities encompass all divisions, graduating classes, regions and professions, and reflect a remarkable diversity of concerns and activities. Roadrunner Networks can be based on a variety of things including student activity involvement, professional or career affiliation, identity, or geography (regional, state based, etc.). These groups can offer many benefits and services to members such as:
- Connecting and networking opportunities
- Professional and personal development
- Education and exploration
- Information and resource sharing
- A sense of community and shared values
- Service to the University
Types of Roadrunner Networks:
For alumni of MSU Denver in a specific region. Geographic networks are only considered if there are at least 200 alumni living within a 50 mile radius of a given city.
Bring together alumni with a shared common attribute or activity. Affinity Networks can only be created if there is a connecting student group on campus.
Comprised of alumni who graduated from a specific academic discipline (music, biology, history, etc.).
Getting Started
Roadrunner Network Expectations:
- Must have a president.
- Must host at least one event per calendar year.
- Must maintain a network social media account.
- Must participate as either an ambassador or contributor to MSU Denver Giving Day.
How do I start a new Roadrunner Network?
- See if your group already exists by reviewing the list
- Review the Roadrunner Network Handbook
- Publish an appeal to alumni in the defined region or affinity to identify interest (Contact Alumni Relations for assistance
- Identify an alumna/us to serve as President of the Network
- Complete and submit the Roadrunner Network Application
- Once approved, the Network will start the onboarding process with Alumni Relations staff