Featured Events (August 25-29)

Tri-Institutional colleges on the Auraria Campus celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month by making Kimbap rolls

Identity Socials: Connect. Celebrate. Build Community.
Join us for a series of socials that celebrate identity and create space for students to connect, find community, and access campus resources. All are welcome!

  • Scholar Social with the C2Hub
    August 25 | 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM | JSSB Mezzanine
  • Black Student Success Initiative (BSSI) Social
    August 25 | 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM | | Tivoli 129

  • Native Indigenous Social
    August 27 | 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM | Tivoli 129
  • First-Generation Initiatives
    August 27 | 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM | | JSSB Lawn & JSSB 111

  • Asian Pacific Islander (API) Initiatives Social
    August 28 | 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM | Tivoli 129

Two students talk and smile under a red tent during a campus fair, holding informational materials and wearing backpacks. Tables with flyers and staff are in the foreground, with other booths and attendees visible in the background on a sunny day.

Student Org Fair & RecFest
August 27 & 28| 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM

For the first time ever, RecFest and the Student Org Fair are joining forces for two days of fun, connection, and campus exploration! Meet student organizations, learn how to get involved, and discover Campus Recreation’s fitness programs, club sports, and wellness resources. Enjoy games, free food, and great vibes both days. Don’t miss this chance to find your community and kick off your semester strong!

Auraria Campus Tivoli Spring

Tivoli 129 Grand Opening
August 25 | 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Celebrate the launch of a space dedicated to belonging, culture, and community. Enjoy refreshments, music, games, and door prizes as we open our doors to students, staff, and faculty. Come connect, celebrate diversity, and experience all the center has to offer!

Prospect students and family visit resource booths at the Spring 2025 Open House

Student Employment Job Fair
August 26 | 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM | Tivoli 320ABC

Join us at the Student Employment Job Fair in the Tivoli 320s ABC-Baerresen Ballroom to connect with departments and teams that are actively seeking student employees to fill on-campus job opportunities.
This is also a great time to gather career-related resources and enjoy some food!

In the METMedia studio filming the Night Met Report.

Met Media Open House
August 26 | 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM | Tivoli 313

Interested in media, journalism, or storytelling? Stop by the Met Media Open House to connect with MSU Denver’s award-winning student media team! Learn how you can get involved with The Metropolitan, Met TV, Met Radio, or Metrosphere. Whether you’re looking to create content or stay informed, this is your go-to source for what’s happening on campus and in the Denver community.

Fraternity & Sorority Life community came together to talk about their organizations and stroll at the annual Meet the Greeks event on Sept. 05, 2024. Photo by Alyson McClaran

Meet the Greeks
August 26 | 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM | Bandshell 

Get ready for one of the most exciting events of the year! Expect music, energy, and a whole lot of spirit. Come find your people, make new connections, and discover what Greek life is all about!

MSU Denver celebrates the 50th anniversary of the “PrideFest” walking down Colfax Avenue to Civic Center Park.

Rapid Rainbow Rendezvous
August 27 | 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM | Tivoli 440

Connect with the LGBTQ Student Resource Center and learn about the support, advocacy, and inclusive programs they offer. Meet new people, explore resources, and find your community. All are welcome!

MSU Denver Lunar New Year celebration

Asian Pacific Islander Social
August 28th | 10AM – 1PM | Tivoli 129 

Join us for a fun and creative Asian Pacific Islander Social where we’ll be crafting bracelets, decorating tote bags, and sampling a variety of tasty chips! Enjoy delicious refreshments from Onto Coffee and enter our raffle for a chance to win a Lulu Piggy Blindbox. This is a great opportunity to connect, unwind, and build community—see you there!

Three students listening to a lecture.

Community Building & Resilience
August 28 | 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM | Tivoli Senate Chambers

Join the Dean of Students and the Student Care Center for an afternoon of connection, conversation, and community. This is your chance to engage in meaningful dialogue, share your experiences, and help shape the future of our campus culture. Whether you’re looking to meet new people or make your voice heard, this is a space for you. All are welcome!

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