The President’s Fireside Chat is a sub-series of the President’s Speaker Series, focusing on local industry leaders and prominent alumni. Hosted by MSU Denver President Janine Davidson, Ph.D., the ongoing series provides an opportunity for an intimate experience for academic courses to engage with local leaders. The series offers a wide range of thought-provoking and conversation inducing ideas and topics. The Fireside Chat Series has featured such guests as Chief Justice of the Colorado Supreme Court, Monica M. Márquez, Jenna M. Seidel and Adrian Miller, among others.

Upcoming Events

Fall 2025 Fireside Chat

Check back here soon for more details on our Fall 2025 Fireside Chat guest!

Past Events

Gloria Steinem, Nancy Gary and MSU Denver President, Janine Davidson sit in Gloria's living room for the Fireside Chat

Virtual Fireside Chat with Gloria Steinem

MSU Denver President, Janine Davidson, Ph.D., hosted a Fireside Chat with Gloria Steinem, live from Ms. Steinem’s New York home on Monday, April 7, 2025. This virtual event drew 75 attendees to the CAVEA Theater for a watch party on the MSU Denver campus, and more than 220 online viewers.

Fireside Chat Recordings

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Previous Guests