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June 29, 2023
The Supreme Court handed down its highly anticipated decision on affirmative action in higher education admissions today, striking down the policy in a monumental moment for education. Fortunately, because MSU Denver is an open-access institution, the decision will have no impact on who we will admit and won’t alter our efforts to prepare Colorado’s workforce.
MSU Denver’s access mission means that all students who are at least 20 years old with a high school diploma or GED are automatically admitted per state law. MSU Denver is proud to define ourselves by who we include, not who we exclude. We favor anything that increases access and diversity in education.
While today’s decision will create extreme challenges to diversify many college campuses, as evidenced in California and Michigan where affirmative action was already banned, I am thankful for MSU Denver – a place where students of all ages and background, including nearly 9,000 students of color, will continue to build a better, more equitable Colorado through innovative and inclusive education.
Sincerely,
Janine Davidson, Ph.D.
President, MSU Denver
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Upcoming MSU Denver Events
Aug. 17 | 5-7 p.m.
Convocation
Convocation is the kick-off event for every Roadrunner, the first “bookend” to each student’s academic journey with Commencement as the final goal. This is an opportunity to support incoming students as they come together for their first official MSU Denver event. The ceremony will include a welcome from President Davidson and a keynote from Dudley Thurmond, creator of “The Recipe for Resilience.” RSVP for Convocation
Sept. 20 | Time TBD
Brewing Education Lab Grand Opening
The School of Hospitality’s Charlie Papazian Brewing Education Lab will give students the opportunity to work on a professional brewing system on a regular basis. Learn about the Brewing Lab
Sept. 26 | 9-10 a.m.
Health Institute Sim Labs Groundbreaking
The Health Institute Simulation and Skills Lab will deliver high-tech, hands-on interprofessional training in nursing, nutrition, human services and more. Learn about the Sim Labs
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