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Table of Contents Academic Resources Colleges and Advising

CU Denver Schools and Colleges………………………………………………………....5 Advising Offices…………………………………………………………………………..7

Study Help on Campus Auraria Library…………………………………………………………………………....8 Computer Labs…………………………………………………………………………….9

­Lab Locations and Hours ­Printing

Learning Resource Center………………………………………………………………..10 Math Education Resource Center (MERC Lab)................................................................11

Writing Center…………………………………………………………………………....11

How to Shop and Register for Classes Online……………………………….13 Engagement Resources Offices on Campus

Admissions Office…………………………………………………………………….....18 Auraria Campus Police Department……………………………………………………..18 Bursar’s Office…………………………………………………………………………...19 Campus Assessment, Response, and Evaluation (CARE) Team………………………...20 Career Center…………………………………………………………………………….20 Club Sports……………………………………………………………………………....21 Community Engagement………………………………………………………………...22 Counseling Center………………………………………………………………………..23 CU Denver Live!................................................................................................................24 CU Denver Sentry………………………………………………………………………..24 Dean of Students Office……………………………………………………………….....24 Disability Resources and Services Office………………………………………………..25 Educational Opportunity Programs Office……………………………………………....26 Experiential Learning Center…………………………………………………………….27 Financial Aid Office……………………………………………………………………..27 GLBT Student Services Office…………………………………………………………..28 Housing and Residential Education Office……………………………………………....29 Leadership Programs………………………………………………………………….....30

Lynx Center……………………………………………………………………………....30

Office of Case Management……………………………………………………………..30

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Office of Diversity and Inclusion………………………………………………………..31 Office of International Affairs…………………………………………………………...31 Office of Student Life…………………………………………………………………....32 Ombuds Office…………………………………………………………………………...33

Peer Advocate Leaders Program (PAL).............................................................................34

Phoenix Center at Auraria………………………………………………………………..34 Registrar’s Office………………………………………………………………………...35 Scholarship Resource Office……………………………………………………………..35 Student Conduct and Community Standards…………………………………………….36

Student Employment Office (Work Study)........................................................................36

Student Events and Activities…………………………………………………………....37 Student Government Association (SGA)...........................................................................37 Student Health Insurance Office………………………………………………………....38 Student Organizations…………………………………………………………………....38

TRiO Student Support Services………………………………………………………….39 Undergraduate Experiences Office……………………………………………………....39 Veteran Student Services Office………………………………………………………....40

Women’s Resource Center……………………………………………………………….40

Health Health and Wellness

Health Center at Auraria…………………………………………………………………42 Recreation

Healthy Pursuits: Mind Body Fitness…………………………………………………....42 Campus Recreation at Auraria…………………………………………………………...43 Outdoor Adventure Center…………………………………………………………….....44

Commuter Life Campus Services

Tivoli Station (Bookstore).................................................................................................45 ID Center…………………………………………………………………………………45

­Student I.D. Cards ­RTD Passes

­Locker Rentals ­Lost and Found

Food Locations on Campus……………………………………………………………...46 ­Mobile Vendors

Microwaves on Campus……………………………………………………………….....47

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Hangout Spots on Campus……………………………………………………………….47 Nightrider Service………………………………………………………………………..48 Operational Status Alerts………………………………………………………………...48 UniverCity Key Program………………………………………………………………...48 Wifi Information…………………………………………………………………………49

Tips from Students………………………………………………………………………50 Campus Maps

General Campus………………………………………………………………………….52 Smoking Areas on Campus……………………………………………………………....53 Parking…………………………………………………………………………………...54 Campus Accessibility…………………………………………………………………....55

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ACADEMIC RESOURCES

Colleges and Advising

CU Denver Schools and Colleges:

Campus Mailing Address

Physical Address Phone/Email

College of Architecture and Planning

Campus Box 126 P.O. Box 173364 Denver, CO 80217­3364

CU Building 1250 14th Street Suite 2000 Denver, CO 80202

Phone: 303­315­1000 Fax: 303­315­1050 Email: cap@ucdenver.edu

College of Arts & Media

Campus Box 162 P.O. Box 173364 Denver, CO 80217­3364

Arts Building, Suite 177

Office of the Dean: Phone: 303­556­2279 Fax:303­556­2335 Email: CAMAdvising@ucdenver.edu

Business School

Campus Box 165 P.O. Box 173364 Denver, CO 80217­3364

1475 Lawrence St. Denver, CO 80202

Office of the Dean: 303­315­8000 Undergraduate Programs Office: 303­315­8100 Graduate Programs Office: 303­315­8200 Undergraduate Advising: 303­315­8100 undergrad.advising@ucdenver.edu Graduate Advising: 303­315­8200 grad.advising@ucdenver.edu Email:

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Business@ucdenver.edu

School of Education & Human Development

Campus Box 106 P.O. Box 173364 Denver, CO 80217­3364

1380 Lawrence St. Denver, CO

Office of the Dean: 303­315­6343 Graduate Programs: 303­315­6300 Undergraduate Programs: 303­556­2555

College of Engineering and Applied Science

Campus Box 104 P.O. Box 173364 Denver, CO 80217

1200 Larimer St. North Classroom Building, Suite 3024

Phone: 303­556­2870 Fax: 303­556­2511 Email: engineering@ucdenver.edu

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

Campus Box 144 P.O. Box 173364 Denver, CO 80217­3364

1200 Larimer St. North Classroom Building, Suite 5014

Phone: 303­556­2557 Fax: 303­556­4861 Email: CLAS@ucdenver.edu

School of Public Affairs

Campus Box 142 P.O. Box 173364 Denver, CO 80217­3364

1380 Lawrence St. Suite 500 Denver, CO 80204

Phone: 303­315­2228 Fax: 303­315­2229 Email: spa@ucdenver.edu

Graduate School

Campus Box 163 P.O. Box 173364 Denver, CO 80217­3364

1380 Lawrence St. Suite 1251

Phone: 303­315­2183 Fax: 303­315­5829 E­mail: Graduate­School@ucdenver.edu

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Advising Offices:

Advising Office Name

Office Phone Advising Office Email Office Location

CAM Advising Office (**CAM students with fewer than 30 credits should contact ASAC for advising**)

303­556­2279 CAMadvising@ucdenver.edu Arts Building, Suite 177

Architecture & Planning Advising

303­315­1000 CAP.UGAdvising@ucdenver.edu CU Building, 2nd Floor

Academic Success & Advising Center (ASAC)*

303­315­1940 asac@ucdenver.edu Student Commons Building, Suite 1113

Business School Advising Office

303­315­8110 undergrad.advising@ucdenver.edu 1475 Lawrence St., 4th Floor

CLAS Advising Office

303­556­2555 CLAS_Advising@ucdenver.edu North Classroom, Suite 1030

School of Education & Human Development

303­315­4989 Scarlett.Ponton@ucdenver.edu 1380 Lawrence St., Suite 610

Engineering Student Services Center

303­556­4768 CEASstudentservices@ucdenver.edu North Classroom, Suite 2605

Public Affairs Advising Office

303­315­0021 nora.scanlon@ucdenver.edu 1380 Lawrence St., 5th Floor

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* Academic Success & Advising Center advises the following students: Pre­architecture/business/engineering, College of Liberal Arts & Sciences and College of Arts & Media undecided, all freshmen, as well as undergraduate non­degree students with no prior degree.

Study Help on Campus Auraria Library A. The Auraria Library offers a variety of tools to help students find the resources they need.

Types of Resources: ­ Books and Media ­ Articles ­ Database List ­ Journal List ­ Course Reserves ­ Database Trials ­ New Materials List ­ Special Collections ­ Digital Collections

The Library offers research help on their website:

­ Library Tutorials ­ Cite It!

The Library offers many services including research help, study spaces, and technology:

­ Ask Us / Research Help ­ Borrowing and Circulation ­ Interlibrary Loan ­ Disability Services ­ Group Study Rooms ­ Computing ­ Print, Scan, and Copy ­ Wireless Access ­ Off­Campus Access

B. How to Check Out Resources:

Use your current student I.D. to check out items and to renew items Contact Information: Location: 1100 Lawrence St. For more information, visit the Auraria Library website: library.auraria.edu

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Computer Labs PC and MacIntosh machines are provided, loaded with the productivity software students need to complete projects, like Microsoft Office and Adobe graphic design apps. Lab Locations and Hours: Student Commons Building Lab 2nd Floor, East Side 303­315­1924

HOURS: ­ Mon – Th: 8am ­ 9pm ­ Friday: 8am ­ 4pm ­ Saturday: CLOSED ­ Sunday: CLOSED

Tivoli Lab Tivoli 241 303­352­3771

HOURS: ­ Mon – Th: 8am ­ 9pm ­ Friday: 8am ­ 4pm ­ Saturday: 10am ­ 4pm ­ Sunday: CLOSED

North Classroom Lab Room 1206 303­556­2895

HOURS: ­ Mon – Th: 8am ­ 9pm ­ Friday: 8am ­ 4pm ­ Saturday: 10am ­ 6pm ­ Sunday: 12pm ­ 6pm

Printing: All computers are connected to high­speed black and white printers, and each student is allowed up to 350 sheets (700 pages, front and back) of printing per semester, included in student fees. The quotas are reset on the first day of each semester. There are also a number of computers equipped with high­definition scanners available on a first­come, first­serve basis.

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How to print: 1. Log in to your student account on the computer.

a. If you don’t know your username and password, speak with the person at the front desk, and they can set one up for you.

2. Print whatever you want from your computer (make sure to click ‘accept.’ In some labs, the default printing is for front and back, but you can change that).

3. There are separate computers that release printing requests in each lab. a. Go to one of these computers.

b. Use your same login credentials. c. Select your print job and print.

Learning Resource Center The Learning Resources Center (LRC) is designed to promote student success, retention, and graduation in the academic setting. Services are available to all CU Denver undergraduate and graduate students and these services include study skills, tutoring, and time management. The LRC offers Tutorial Services, which are internationally certified by the College Reading and Learning Association's (CRLA) International Tutoring Program Certification. Tutorial Services Offered:

Scheduled Tutoring: Students may request tutoring for courses in which they are currently enrolled.

Open Lab Tutoring: Walk­in sessions are available to all enrolled students. Supplemental Instruction (SI): A scheduled series of interactive and collaborative

weekly study sessions for students enrolled in historically challenging courses. Academic Development Workshops: One­hour workshops designed to help students

develop enhanced study skills to handle the challenges of college level coursework. Topics include time management, learning styles, note taking, testing, and test anxiety.

Study Groups: Students can study collaboratively with classmates outside of class. English Language Services: Academic support for students whose first language is not

English includes tutoring and conversation groups to enhance verbal fluency and to help with language and current culturally relevant topics.

I­Prep (Intense Preparation) Services: Designed to help students brush up on key concepts in courses. I­Prep offers a series of free intense 1/2 day preparation sessions focused on core knowledge areas essential for academic success within specific subjects.

Contact Information: Email: tutorialservices@ucdenver.edu Phone: 303­315­3531 Location: Student Commons Building, Suite 2105 Office Hours

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Monday ­ Thursday: 8am ­ 7pm Friday: 8am ­ 5pm For more information, visit: www.ucdenver.edu/life/services/LRC/Pages/Tutorial­Services­Info Math Education Resource Center (MERC Lab) The Math Education Resource Center (MERC Lab) is a resource center for all students who are enrolled in a math course at CU Denver (regardless of the course level). They assist students with math skills and homework questions. Services Offered:

Prerequisite testing Tutoring offered daily Access to math software including R and MatLab PC technology and graphing calculator support A computer instructional lab

Contact Information: Phone: 303­556­8532 Location: North Classroom Building, Room 4015 For more information or to view current operating hours, visit: www.ucdenver.edu/academics/colleges/CLAS/Departments/math/students/Pages/MERC Writing Center The Writing Center at CU Denver seeks to build confident, accomplished writers through the teaching of discipline­specific genre knowledge, the development of critical thinking skills, and the practice of audience­centered writing. Their clients develop better writing skills while improving their texts. They assist students with writing ideas, organization, grammar, references, etc. Student Services Offered:

One­on­One and small­group sessions: Directed by trained Professional Writing Consultants, these sessions are tailored to support students and to build more accomplished writers. They assist writers of all levels and in all disciplines on any type of written work, including:

­ Academic essays of all types ­ Proposals, reports, and reviews ­ Theses, dissertations, and manuscripts ­ Scholarship, graduate­study, and career­application documents.

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Sessions are designed to prepare writers to: ­ Understand assignment expectations ­ Generate, organize, and develop ideas ­ Analyze, synthesize, and argue ­ Summarize, paraphrase, and document sources ­ Effectively recognize and revise issues with grammar and syntax

Free Writing Workshops: Workshops offered on argument, grammar, citation, CVs,

etc. Online Consulting: Online consulting offered during daytime and evening hours.

Contact Information: Email: writing.center@ucdenver.edu Locations:

North Classroom Building, Room 4014 ­ Phone: 303­556­4845 Campus Village at Auraria, 3rd Floor Common Room Auraria Library, First Floor Business School, Lobby

For more information or to make an appointment, visit: www.ucdenver.edu/academics/colleges/CLAS/Centers/writing/Pages/TheWritingCenter

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How to Shop and Register for Classes Online *Before you begin, be sure to check out the course catalog at www.Catalog.UCDenver.edu to learn more about schools, colleges, departments, graduation requirements, and other course information. Step 1: Log on to www.UCDenver.edu/UCDAccess with your User ID and Password.

Step 2: Once you have logged in, select the “Student Center” tab on the left hand side. Next, click on the “All Student Functions” tab that pops­up.

Step 3: To search for classes, click the “Search for Classes” option on the left hand side of the pop­up window.

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Step 4: In the new window, select “CU Denver” as your institution, “Spring 2015 UC Denver” as your term (or your desired term), “Denver Campus” as your campus, and enter the subject you’re looking for (in this case, “Communication”). Depending on if you want a lower/higher division class, choose your course career.

Step 5: If you want a more specific search, click “Additional Search Criteria” and you’ll find options to search for specific meeting times, meeting days of the week, location, among other options.

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Step 6: Next, you are presented with your search results. Click on the different green arrows to learn more.

Step 7: Once you find a class that you want, click the “Select” button on the right hand side to add the class to your shopping cart. In this case, the student will be registering for COMM 1001­001, ThTh 11am­12:15pm. Step 8: Next you must confirm that you want to add this class to your shopping cart.

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Step 9: Once you get the confirmation that your class has been added to your shopping cart, you can now search for more classes. Click “New Search” or “Modify Search” to continue searching for classes. Follow steps 4­9 to add another class to your shopping cart. Step 10: Once you’re ready to enroll, click the “Enroll” tab at the top of the pop­up page. Select “Spring 2015,” then click “Continue.” Step 11: Next, you must select the classes from your shopping cart that you want to enroll in. Click the “Proceed to Step 2 of 4” on the bottom of the pop­up page.

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Step 12: Now you must confirm that you want to enroll in your classes by clicking the “Finish Enrolling.” Step 13: When you receive the below message, you have successfully enrolled for your classes. Now you can view your class schedule, add another class, or resolve errors with the buttons on the bottom right­hand side.

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ENGAGEMENT RESOURCES

Offices on Campus *Note: Office hours are subject to change*

Admissions Office The Admissions Office provides information on the following: applications, tuition and fees, financial aid, scholarships, academics, and information for all types of students. The Admissions Office also includes the Transfer Admissions Office. For information on how to apply or for general admissions information, visit: www.ucdenver.edu/admissions/bachelors/Pages/index.aspx Contact Information: Email: admissionstranscript@ucdenver.edu Admissions Office Phone: 303­315­2601 Transfer Admissions Office Phone: 303­315­2670 Mailing Address:

University of Colorado Denver Office of Admissions Campus Box 167 PO Box 173364 Denver, CO 80217­3364

Physical Address: University of Colorado Denver Office of Admissions 1201 Larimer Street Suite 1007 Denver, CO 80204

Meet with a Counselor (by appointment): Mon­Fri, 8am­5pm

Walk­In Policy Walk­in assistance is available Monday­Friday from 10am­3pm, subject to admission counselor availability. Appointments are strongly encouraged to ensure guaranteed time with an admission counselor.

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The Auraria Campus has a dedicated, full­service police department operating 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. They support a safe and secure campus environment. The Police Department is committed to enhancing the quality of life on the Auraria Campus and for the institutions it serves— CCD, MSU, CU Denver, and AHEC. Responsibilities include:

Protection of life and property Detection of crime Enforcement of laws and regulations Investigations Traffic control Building and facility security

Contact Information: Main Phone Number (Emergency Dispatch): 303­556­5000 Text­a­Tip: 720­593­TIPS (8477) Campus Information Hotline: 1­877­556­EMER (3637) Campus Locations:

1) Administration Building | 1201 5th Street, Suite 110 Campus Box E, PO Box 173361 Denver, CO 80217

2) Tivoli 228 For more information, visit: www.ahec.edu/for­campus­faculty­staff/auraria­campus­police­department

Bursar's Office The Bursar’s Office assists with student billing. This is where students pay for their tuition.

Contact Information: Email: Bursar@ucdenver.edu Third Party Billing Email: ThirdPartyBilling@ucdenver.edu Phone: 303­315­1800

Tuition Collections: 303­315­1812 Loan Inquiries: 303­315­1828 Tax Offset: 303­315­1813

Location: Student Commons Building, Suite 5123

1201 Larimer St. Mail Payments to:

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13120 East 19th Avenue Campus Box A098 Aurora, CO 80045

Campus Assessment, Response, and Evaluation (CARE) Team

The Campus Assessment, Response, and Evaluation (CARE) Team is committed to improving campus safety and student success at the CU Denver campus by proactively and collaboratively managing situations and individuals that pose, or may reasonably pose, a threat to the safety and well­being of the campus community. The team coordinates with students, faculty, and staff as well as concerned others, and uses objective and thoughtful approaches in identifying, assessing, and intervening with individuals of concern.

The CARE Team:

Provides early assistance to individuals in distress or at risk of harming themselves or others

Helps prevent situations of concern from escalating Ensures the well­being and safety of students, staff, and the university community Works collaboratively with faculty, staff, administration, and concerned others Educates the campus community about identifying concerning behaviors Creates a campus culture that fosters sharing concerns

Contact Information: E­mail: shareaconcern@ucdenver.edu Phone: 303­352­3579 Location: Tivoli 227

Career Center The Career Center helps students find jobs on and off campus. They provide many helpful workshops and advising sessions. They can help students apply for a job, improve and build a resume, help students declare the right major, and see what jobs relate to students’ majors. Career planning services include:

One Hour Career Counseling: Individual 30 or 50 minute sessions assisting in personal self exploration, direction with career changes, assistance in graduate school decisions, skill identification, and more.

One Hour Job Search Appointment: Students can develop and strengthen their job search skills. Career Center counselors/advisors can assist students with job search

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strategies, resume and cover letters, interviewing skills, negotiating offers, and researching employers and careers (Fees may apply to alumni who graduated more than a year ago).

Individual Assessments (MBTI or SII): After completing the MBTI or SII, a career counselor provides an interpretation of students’ personalized assessments in an individualized 50 or 90 minute appointment (Fee may apply).

StrengthsQuest: A 30 minute online assessment, in which students receive a customized report that lists their top 5 strengths. There is a $15 fee for this service, but there is no appointment necessary for interpretation.

Contact Information: Email: careercenter@ucdenver.edu Front Desk Phone: 303­556­2250 Fax: 303­556­4728 Location: Tivoli 267 Office Hours Monday­Friday: 8am­5pm Drop­in Hours: Monday­Thursday: 11am­1pm and 3pm­5pm

Club Sports The CU Denver Club Sports Program provides students with a unique opportunity to develop leadership, organizational, and fiscal management skills in a fun, safe, and supportive learning environment in which participants can build a sense of community through team activities and intercollegiate leagues.

Teams:

Women's Soccer Men's Soccer Men's Ice Hockey Women's Volleyball Cheer and Dance Men's Basketball Women's Basketball Cycling Men’s Lacrosse Ultimate Tennis Taekwondo Cross Country

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For more information on these sports or how to join or start a team, visit: www.ucdenver.edu/life/services/studentlife/clubsports/Pages/Club Sports

Contact Information: Email: ClubSports@ucdenver.edu Phone: 303­352­3865 Location: Tivoli 127 Community Engagement: Community Engagement is a branch of the Office of Student Life that encourages and promotes student involvement in various volunteer and community engagement opportunities. They offer a variety of programs that encourage students to explore social, cultural, and environmental issues. Programs offered:

Lynx Alternative Breaks: Students travel to new communities to explore various issues and to serve with community organizations. These trips are led by students and many of the expenses are covered in the participation fees, including flights, transportation, food, and lodging.

Volunteering and Service Stop & Serve: Everyone has five minutes to give! Various service projects are

held on campus throughout the year to benefit a local community organization. Volunteer Fairs: Every Semester, over 60 community organizations come to

campus to share about their organizations and opportunities for students. These organizations represent numerous interest areas and are a great way for students to get involved and to build their leadership and gain experience.

Make a Difference Day: On the largest day of national community engagement, CU Denver serves with community organizations throughout the local Denver area to support them in their missions and to build community.

Lynx to the Community: National Volunteer Week is a time to celebrate CU Denver’s engagement in the community. This week includes a day to volunteer with local community organizations.

Lynx Day of Service: Lynx Day of Service is a day of volunteerism in the local Denver community for incoming first­year students. These students engage in volunteer projects with fellow students, student leaders, faculty, staff, and alumni.

Dance Marathon (Lynx­A­Thon): Dance Marathon (DM) promotes the growth of community and relationships within CU Denver. DM has partnered with Children’s Hospital Colorado. DM fosters the continued interest in fighting childhood cancer and illnesses and values providing support for the children and their families served by the hospital and the community.

Food Pantry: The CU Denver Food Pantry provides access to non­perishable food and personal care items for CU Denver students in need. The pantry features a variety of

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food items, including snacks, lunch items, and ingredients to cook a full meal. Some hygienic items are also available. To utilize the food pantry, students must present a current student ID Card. Students are allowed to take a limited number of items per week, available at no cost to the student. Item availability may vary from week to week. The Food Pantry is entirely supported by donations. If you would like to support the Food Pantry, you can donate items, donate financially to the gift fund, arrange a food drive, or volunteer for the Food Bank of the Rockies through the VIP Program.

Contact Information: Email: Volunteer@ucdenver.edu Phone: 303­556­5830 Location: Tivoli 127

Counseling Center The CU Denver Student and Community Counseling Center provides mental health counseling services to CU Denver students and the Denver Metro community.

Resources:

Individual, Couple, and Family Counseling: Provides free or low cost counseling, consultation, and testing

Groups: Unique and specialized groups are offered for free each semester Skill Building Workshops: Build specific skills in a workshop setting Psychoeducational Assessment and Testing: Assessments are available, including

Learning Disability (LD) and ADHD testing

Appointments:

If you are interested in counseling services, you may call the Center or drop in at Tivoli 454 to schedule an intake appointment.

During your first (intake) appointment, you will meet with a counselor to determine the nature of your difficulties and your treatment options.

Contact Information: Phone: 303­556­4372 Emergency After Hours (for CU Denver students): 303­352­4455 Fax: 303­556­6024 Location: Tivoli 454 (4th floor)

Office Hours: Mondays ­ Thursdays: 9am­7pm Fridays: 9am­4pm

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Walk­In Policy CU Denver students, faculty, and staff with an urgent mental health concern may walk into the Center during its hours of operation for a consultation. An on­call counselor is available to respond to your immediate needs and to help with a follow up plan. When you arrive at the Center, tell the receptionist that you have an urgent concern and would like to speak to the counselor on­call. Walk ­ In Hours: Mondays ­ Thursday: 10am­4pm Friday: 10am­2pm

CU Denver Live! CU Denver Live! makes the arts accessible to all CU Denver students through community­centered programming and events that emphasize education and engagement. CU Denver Live! seeks to inspire students with a range of multi­cultural arts to increase connectedness, embrace diversity, encourage a passion for learning, and foster a stronger sense of school pride.

Contact Information: Email: live@ucdenver.edu Phone: 303­556­3399 Location: Tivoli 303 Office Hours: Monday ­ Friday: 8am ­ 5pm CU Denver Sentry (Student Newspaper) The CU Denver Sentry provides students with information about campus issues and events and strives to incorporate investigative reporting, feature articles, and items of general interest to its campus readership. With general management and production staff comprised of students, the newspaper provides a means of professional growth and development for writers, journalists, artists, and other students. Contact Information: Website: cu­sentry.com Phone: 303­556­2535 Location: Tivoli 345

Dean of Students Office

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The Dean of Students Office provides opportunities and experiences to encourage student learning and personal growth through a wide­range of supportive programs and campus resources. They are committed to the welfare of each student and to promoting a campus atmosphere that fosters respect and enhances personal responsibility and integrity. Services provided:

Advocating for student needs Addressing issues of safety (including sexual violence and assault) and harassment. Attending to student behavioral misconduct Addressing student academic grievances and complaints and providing helpful

resources/referrals Supporting students in times of challenge and crisis Promoting a diverse and inclusive learning community Helping with campus policies and procedures that impact students Encouraging initiatives that strengthen the campus and community

Contact Information: Email: deanofstudents@ ucdenver.edu Phone: 303­556­2444 Fax: 303­352­3751 Location: Tivoli 227 Disability Resources and Services Office The Office of Disability Resources and Services is dedicated to the full participation of students with disabilities in the academic environment. They provide assistance to qualified students with disabilities and coordinate reasonable accommodations in order to provide students with equal access to the institution’s programs, activities, and services. In addition, they work continuously with members of the campus community to identify solutions to attitudinal and architectural barriers that might impede the successful completion of studies by a student with a disability. They are able to serve most efficiently and effectively when an aid or service is requested well in advance by a student. Students are encouraged to take the following important steps to obtain accommodations:

1) Make an appointment with the Coordinator of DRS a minimum of six weeks before services are required.

2) Provide the Coordinator with documentation of the disability at the first appointment or as soon as it is available.

Examples of assistance and services available to CU Denver students: Alternative testing for classroom and online examinations which include, but are not

limited to: extended time, reduced distraction environment, reader, scribe, and/or assistive technology

Assistance in identifying notetakers or note taking apps Textbooks in alternate format (eBooks ­ text to speech, enlarged print, Braille)

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Priority registration Use of the Assistive Technology lab with a variety of software for learning disabilities,

vision impairments, blindness, etc. Referral to on­campus support services, such as the Learning Resource Center, Writing

Center, Math tutoring, Counseling Center, TRIO, and EOP Interpreting and captioning services Assistance in identifying community resources such as Learning Ally, Department of

Vocational Rehabilitation Services, etc. General advice and assistance in working with campus police and practices, personal and

academic concerns, as well as referrals to other university offices when appropriate Determine eligibility for the Campus Accessible Shuttle services and provide decals for

student ID cards Contact Information: Email: disabilityresources@ucdenver.edu Phone: 303­315­3510 Fax: 303­315­3515 Location: Student Commons Building, Suite 2116 Office Hours: Monday­Thursday: 8am­6pm Fridays: 8am­5pm Educational Opportunity Programs (EOP) Office The Educational Opportunity Programs (EOP) Office provides a range of services to support underrepresented students at CU Denver. They provide mentoring, tutoring, leadership development, and information about campus resources. They also conduct and sponsor cultural programming and education to help foster a diverse and inclusive campus and to enrich cultural awareness. EOP aims to:

1) Increase retention rates among underrepresented students 2) Encourage students to become actively engaged in their learning experience 3) Promote student exploration in the areas of social identity, leadership, and professional

development 4) Provide opportunities for networking

Student Services:

American Indian Student Services (AISS): This office welcomes all students of American Indian and Alaska Native heritages. AISS provides culturally responsive educational support services, including academic guidance, scholarship information, cultural programs, and advocacy. AISS provides information to the campus about issues and concerns of American Indian people.

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Asian American Student Services (AASS): AASS provides services to students of all Asian, Pacific Islander, and Middle Eastern cultures and nations, including academic advising, scholarships, cultural programs, and advocacy.

Black Student Services (BSS): BSS assists African American students in all phases of their educational career through a network of support services. They assist with admissions for undergraduate and graduate programs, academic counseling, and peer support services.

Latin@ Student Services (LSS): LSS helps students thrive by offering multiple programs, projects, and opportunities. They strive to engage issues of social justice and raise awareness of cultural practices in the Latin@ community.

Contact Information: Email: diversity.eop@ucdenver.edu Phone: 303­315­1880 Location: Student Commons Building, Suite 2007 Experiential Learning Center The Experiential Learning Center (ELC) is committed to working closely with students, faculty, employers, and community partners to provide quality experiential learning opportunities that enhance academic learning, integrate theory and practice, and promote professional development and active citizenship.The ELC offers resources for internships, undergraduate research, and professional development experiences as well as resources for service learning and community engagement.

Contact Information: Email: experiential.learningcenter@ucdenver.edu Phone: 303­556­6656 Location: Tivoli 260 Office Hours: Monday­Friday: 8am ­ 5pm

For more information, visit: www.ucdenver.edu/elc

Financial Aid Office The Financial Aid Office assists students with financial aid, scholarships, and student employment. Financial aid is available for eligible students to use toward paying educational costs while enrolled in a degree­seeking program. Using the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), students will be considered for three types of financial aid: grants, work­study,

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and student loans. Separate application forms are not required to be considered for these types of aid. Students must apply early and apply annually to be considered.

Need­based financial aid eligibility is determined by the FAFSA and the availability of funding. Students must qualify each year to receive need­based awards. Need­based awards include, grants, work­study, the Federal Subsidized Direct Loan, and the Federal Perkins Loan. For the most part, a grant or gift­aid does not need to be repaid. Students earn the work­study award through on­campus or off­campus employment. A Subsidized Direct Loan means that the federal government subsidizes (pays) the interest while students are in school. The same goes for the Federal Perkins Loan. The Perkins Loan does not deduct an origination (processing) fee, unlike the Subsidized Direct Loan.

Follow the steps on the “DO” page to apply for financial aid, submit required forms, accept your awards, and complete loan requirements, should you choose to accept the loan award.

According to federal financial aid regulations, the total financial aid award cannot exceed the Cost of Attendance. The Financial Aid Summary in the UCD Access Portal is where students can view the Cost of Attendance.

Contact Information: Email: Financialaid@ucdenver.edu Phone: 303­315­1850 Fax: 303­315­1886 Location: Student Commons Building, Suite 5105 GLBT Student Services Office The Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender Student Services Office, as a tri­institutional student fee­funded department, strives to improve the campus climate for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender students by fostering acceptance and understanding. They educate the campus community about issues related to this population and develop programming which unites diverse communities of people. They provide support services and growth opportunities for GLBT students.

Services: This program offers a variety of support, education, and advocacy services for the entire campus community, including:

Support for those who have questions about sexual orientation and gender identity Advocacy for students experiencing discrimination or harassment based on a real or

perceived gay, lesbian, bisexual, or transgender identity Speakers’ bureau for classes and events on various aspects of sexual orientation,

gender identity, and related issues Training programs and workshops about combating homophobia and transphobia,

working with GLBT individuals, and sensitivity considerations Library of books, videos, and resource files available for research and leisure

Contact Information:

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Email: info@glbtss.org and swillich@msudenver.edu Phone: 303­556­6333 Location: Tivoli 213 Office Hours: Monday­Thursdays: 9am­6pm Fridays: 9am ­ 5pm

Housing and Residential Education Office The Office of Housing and Residential Education serves as a resource for student housing needs. They function to support students with housing, including addressing issues related to housing and providing students with various housing resources, both on and off campus. They provide student­centered educational services, which promote personal development and individual responsibility. They strive to create a dynamic and open environment where civility, cultural competence, and learning are expected and celebrated in campus housing. Contact Information: Email: housing@ucdenver.edu Phone: 303­556­2444 Location: Tivoli 227 Finding Off­Campus Housing The university provides various resources to find off­campus housing. This includes an online housing database (ucdenverhousing.com) as well as information on various student housing options. The Auraria Student Lofts, The Regency, and Campus Village Apartments all provide housing to students Contact Information:

Auraria Student Lofts Website: www.aurariastudentlofts.com Phone: 720­307­1061

Campus Village Apartments Website: www.campusvillagedenver.com Phone: 303­573­5272

The Regency Website: www.regencystudenthousing.com Phone: 303­477­1950

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Leadership Programs The Office of Student Life organizes programs that facilitate leadership development and offers student services directed towards the development of the student as a whole person academically, spiritually, socially, emotionally, and physically. These programs and services work towards enriching students’ college experiences by providing opportunities for co­curricular involvement. Leadership training programs help to build essential leadership skills while building bonds between students. The staff accomplishes these goals through its work with student organizations, campus programs, leadership development, and the annual Women’s Leadership Conference, Annual Diversity Conference, the Latino/a Leadership Summit, and the Black Student Conference. Contact Information: Email: sarah.harper@ucdenver.edu Phone: 303­556­3519 Location: Tivoli 127 Lynx Center The Lynx Center is a resource center that provides all prospective and current undergraduate and graduate students with quick and easy access to resources, referrals, and solutions. The Lynx Center has qualified and caring staff on hand to answer students’ questions about CU Denver. Contact Information: Email: lynxcenter@ucdenver.edu Phone: 303­315­LYNX (5969) Location: Student Commons Building, Suite 1107

Office of Case Management The Office of Case Management fosters student growth, development, and success by assisting students dealing with areas related to mental health, emotional well­being, and safety. They provide outreach, resources, referrals (to the appropriate campus resources), intervention, advocacy, and follow­up services. In addition, case managers support students struggling to navigate the university system, students with current and emerging mental or physical health issues, and students experiencing issues adjusting to academic and social life. Case Managers collaborate and consult with students, parents, faculty, staff, and other campus resources to best address the diverse needs of each student.

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Contact Information: Email: shareaconcern@ucdenver.edu Phone: 303­352­3579 Location: Tivoli 227 Office of Diversity and Inclusion (ODI) The Office of Diversity and Inclusion (ODI) provides leadership to enhance diversity university­wide and to foster a culture of inclusion.They provide oversight for diversity offices on the CU Denver campus. They offer leadership and services that focus on: recruiting and retaining diverse students, faculty, and staff; maintaining an institutional climate of inclusiveness, respect, and understanding for everyone; and expanding community­based programs to reduce health and educational disparities. Contact Information: Phone: 303­315­2123 Location: 1380 Lawrence St. Office of International Affairs (OIA): The Office of International Affairs (OIA) develops and advances initiatives that support the vision of CU Denver as a leading public university with a global reputation for excellence in learning, research and creativity, community, engagement, and clinical care. OIA partners with the university’s schools/colleges and with other university offices to align international student recruitment efforts and services, support academic programs, foster global educational partnerships, facilitate research collaborations, and create global learning opportunities. Contact Information: Phone: 303­315­2230 Location: Lawrence Street Center, Suite 932 1380 Lawrence St. Departments:

International Admissions: CU Denver welcomes international students from 130 countries. Students’ educational experiences are supported through student services.

Contact Information: Email: application@ucdenver.edu Phone: 303­315­2382 Location: Student Commons Building, Suite 1119

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English as a Second Language Academy (ESL): The ESL Academy prepares students for English language fluency and supports students’ complete success at CU Denver.

Contact Information: Email: esl@ucdenver.edu Phone: 303­315­2383 Location: 1050 17th St., Suite A­300

International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS): ISSS helps international students and scholars to become active participants in university degree programs and research. From pre­departure to orientation, ISSS provides immigration and advising services for F­1 or J­1 student visas, J­1 exchange scholar visas, H­1B temporary worker visas, lawful permanent resident visas, and LPR­employment­based visas. ISSS also provides checklists for students’ pre­arrival organization and planning and a comprehensive international student orientation before classes start.

Contact Information: E­mail: isss@ucdenver.edu Phone: 303­315­2230 Location: Lawrence Street Center, Suite 932, 1380 Lawrence St.

International College Beijing (ICB): ICB is a joint education program between CU Denver and China Agricultural University (CAU) in Beijing, China. ICB maintains a reputation as a challenging, robust academic program. At ICB, students earn a Bachelor of Arts degree from CU Denver with a major in either economics or communication. Courses are taught in English by CU Denver faculty on the CAU campus in Beijing. The curriculum is equal to that of the economics or communication major on the Denver campus. Beijing students have an opportunity to study on the Denver campus and U.S. students may choose to study in Beijing as well, fostering a truly global classroom experience.

Contact Information: Location: Lawrence Street Center, 1380 Lawrence St.

Global Education/Study Abroad: The Office of Global Education is committed to

providing every CU Denver student with a wide range of engaging and affordable international study, research, and clinical opportunities to help students globalize their academic and professional future.

Contact Information: Phone: 303­315­2230 Location: Lawrence Street Center, Suite 932, 1380 Lawrence St.

Office of Student Life The Office of Student Life encompasses numerous programs and organizations designed to help students find ways to get involved on campus and in the community. The different branches of the Office of Student Life include: Club Sports, Community Engagement, CU Denver Live!, Leadership Programs, the Peer Advocate Leader (PAL) Program, Student Events and Activities, Student Health Insurance, and Student Organizations.

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The Office of Student Life offers students the opportunity to create a new program if there isn't already a program or organization in place to get them involved in a meaningful way. For more information about the individual branches of the Office of Student Life, see their descriptions under the “Offices on Campus” section. Contact Information: Email: studentlife@ucdenver.edu Phone: 303­556­3399 Location: Tivoli 303 and Tivoli 127 Office Hours: Monday ­ Friday: 8am – 5pm Ombuds Office The Ombuds Office provides a safe, neutral, informal, personal, and confidential resource for all members of the university community. All students, staff, and faculty who may be experiencing difficulties of any nature may contact the Ombuds Office for assistance with conflict resolution. Principles:

Confidential: The Ombuds Office does not reveal the identity of anyone contacting the office, except where consent is given. Exceptions to confidentiality include cases of imminent harm to self or others, and where required by law. The Ombuds Office does not keep any records.

Informal: The Ombuds Office operates outside the formal review appeal or grievance process. They cannot participate in any formal process, but they are able to provide both formal and informal options to visitors.

Impartial: The Ombuds Office is impartial and does not take sides when hearing a problem or concern. They are not a decision­maker and will not adjudicate, testify, or participate in any formal process. They advocate for fair process.

Independent: The Ombuds Office is a separate and distinct university department that reports directly to the Provost. This is not an office of notice.

Resources: Conflict management and mediation resources are available

Services: Provide one­on­one consultations Facilitate conversations, including mediations Conduct conflict management trainings Clarify policies and procedures Provide upward feedback Explore options for reporting issues and concerns

Contact Information: Email: katherine.greenwood@ucdenver.edu

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Phone: 303­315­0046 Location: Lawrence Street Center, Suite 1003, 1380 Lawrence St. For more information, visit: www.ucdenver.edu/about/departments/OmbudsOffice/Pages/OmbudsOffice Peer Advocate Leaders Program (PAL) The Peer Advocate Leaders (PAL) program is a branch of the Office of Student Life that promotes leadership for all students involved by matching undergraduate student leaders with first­year students. The mentoring relationship is designed to foster student engagement and academic success by providing peer­level support that fosters student achievement, growth, and learning throughout students’ academic careers at the CU Denver. “WE ARE AWESOME ALL AROUND” (Hue Phung, PAL, 2015­2016). Contact Information: Email: PAL@ucdenver.edu Phone: 303­556­5801 Location: Tivoli 127 For more information, visit: www.ucdenver.edu/life/services/studentlife/PeerAdvocateLeaders/Pages/PeerAdvocateLeaders Phoenix Center at Auraria The Phoenix Center at Auraria’s (PCA) mission is to implement campus response services, provide education, and facilitate dialogue related to interpersonal violence (IPV) in the Auraria community. They strive to end IPV through prevention, awareness, and support services. The PCA serves students, staff, and faculty at CU Denver, CCD, and MSU Denver. They provide free and confidential resources and assistance to survivors of interpersonal violence (relationship violence, sexual assault, and stalking) as well as to their friends and families. Their support services include academic advocacy, assistance reporting to the school and/or police, safety planning, court accompaniment, emotional support, and more. The PCA provides campus education and training, awareness­raising events, and campus policy guidance. They do not provide long­term counseling or legal advice. Contact Information: Email: info@thepca.org Phone (for appointments): 303­556­6011 24/7 Free and Confidential Helpline: 303­556­CALL (2255) (Obtain information on interpersonal violence, referrals, options, and next steps.)

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Location: Tivoli 259 Office Hours: Monday­Friday: 8am ­ 5pm

Registrar’s Office The Office of the Registrar is committed to the delivery of quality, student­centered enrollment and academic support services through collaboration and the integration of technology. As stewards of student records and enrollment data, they provide judicious management and dissemination of student data for students, faculty, staff, and community constituents.

*The Registrar’s Office also includes the Office of Analytics for Enrollment and Retention

Contact Information: Email: registrar@ucdenver.edu Phone: 303­315­2600 Fax: 303­315­2550 Location: Student Commons Building, Suite 5005 Mailing Address:

Campus Box 116 P.O. Box 173364 Denver, CO 80217­3364

Scholarship Resource Office The Scholarship Resource Office provides scholarship information and guidance in the application process.

Scholarship applications can be found online on your CU Denver Access Portal (passport.ucdenver.edu/login) and on department webpages. Once you log in, on the left side of the screen, click on the ‘Scholarships’ tab. Under the ‘Scholarships’ tab, click on ‘Apply for Scholarships’ and follow the directions on the screen.

Advisors are always available at the front desk. The Scholarship Office is combined with the Financial Aid Office.

Contact Information: Email: Financialaid@ucdenver.edu and Scholarship@ucdenver.edu Phone: 303­315­1850 Fax: 303­315­1886 Location: Student Commons Building, Suite 5105 Advising Hours: (Appointments are not required to see an advisor during advising hours.)

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Monday­Friday: 8am ­ 5pm Mailing Address: University of Colorado Denver Financial Aid and Scholarships Office Campus Box 125 PO Box 173364 Denver, CO 80204

Student Conduct and Community Standards The Office of Student Conduct and Community Standards provides conflict management, resolution, and other educational services. They serve as a resource for the entire University community through their efforts to meet the developmental and educational needs of students related to community expectations and civility and respect for self and others. This office:

Supports community members with conflict management and resolution and responding to inappropriate and threatening behaviors.

Provides student­centered educational services that promote personal development and individual responsibility.

Strives to create a dynamic, open, and just environment where civility, cultural competence, and learning are expected and celebrated.

Protects the rights of students in the administration of the student conduct program. Initiates and encourages educational activities that serve to reduce violations of campus

regulations and to increase the health and wellness of the campus community. Fosters collaborative partnerships that allow for a holistic approach to supporting and

developing healthy, engaged, and productive students and citizens. Contact Information: Phone: 303­556­2444 Location: Tivoli 227 Office Hours: Monday ­ Friday: 8am ­ 5pm

Student Employment Office (Work Study) The Student Employment Office assists students in finding meaningful work experiences while complementing their college and career goals. They assist the University and surrounding community businesses by developing partnerships that will allow students to earn money, expand their academic preparation, and explore career objectives through a quality college work experience.

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Work­Study is awarded by the Financial Aid Office and is based upon the information that is reported on the FAFSA. The work­study award makes it easier for students with financial need to find part­time jobs, allowing them to earn money to help pay for educational expenses. The program encourages community service work and work related to the recipient's course of study. Contact Information: Phone: 303­315­1842 Location: Student Commons Building, Suite 5105 Student Events and Activities The Student Events and Activities branch of the Office of Student Life plans and hosts events for students to enjoy. These events include Fall Fest, Spring Fling, the Distinguished Lecture Series, Open Mic Night, Auraria's Got Talent, Trivia Night, and many more! Contact Information: Email: avery.balano@ucdenver.edu Phone: 303­556­5888 Location: Tivoli 303 Office Hours: Monday ­ Friday: 8am – 5pm Student Government Association (SGA) The CU Denver Student Government Association (SGA) safeguards the rights and interests of all students, while recognizing and respecting the strength and diversity of each individual student. As the collective voice of the student body, they lead students with honesty, integrity, and respect. SGA promises accountability to its constituency by modeling effective and responsive shared governance that enriches the quality of student life.

As a new student, there are many opportunities to participate in SGA, especially as a member of Freshmen Council. Freshmen Council is the first place where freshmen can actively participate and be recognized as a member of SGA. Its purpose is to teach the method of Student Government for entering freshmen. This Council serves as a direct representation of the freshman student body and as the liaison to SGA councils, boards, and standing committees.

Freshmen Council members are chosen from eligible freshmen in the fall. The Executive Branch appoints all eligible members. The top four applicants will be approved by a vote of Executive Council.

If this sounds like something you would like to get involved in, visit the Official UCD Student Government Association website at: www.ucdenver.edu/life/services/studentlife/StudentGovernment/Pages/SGA

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Feel free to stop by the SGA office anytime to speak with your student representatives.

Contact Information: Email: SGA@ucdenver.edu Phone: 303­556­2510 Location: Tivoli 301

Student Health Insurance Office The CU Denver Student Health Insurance Office is dedicated to helping students with all areas of health insurance related issues. They provide quality health insurance information to the student customer and they offer plans for domestic and international students. Health and dental coverage is available to students who qualify. Contact Information: Student Health Insurance Coordinator: Susanne Lederer Email: susanne.lederer­graham@ucdenver.edu Phone: 303­556­6273 Location: Tivoli 127 For more information, visit: www.ucdenver.edu/life/services/studentlife/healthandrecreation/HealthInsurance/Pages/default Student Organizations Student Organizations promote strong social networks and lasting friendships, student engagement and involvement, exceptional leadership skills, and collaboration and inclusivity. CU Denver features over 120 recognized student organizations. All forms and applications regarding the management of a student organization can be found on OrgSync. OrgSync is an online platform that enables CU Denver students to connect to organizations, communicate with other members, explore their community, and keep track of their involvement. This is a great way for students to stay up­to­date with the latest campus events. Contact Information: Email: studentorgs@ucdenver.edu Phone: 303­556­6622 Location: Tivoli 303

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TRiO Student Support Services TRiO Student Support Services provides opportunities for academic development, assists students with basic college requirements, and serves to motivate students towards the successful completion of their postsecondary education. The goal of SSS is to increase the college retention and graduation rates of its participants and to help students make the transition from one level of higher education to the next.

The U.S. has asserted a commitment to providing educational opportunity for all Americans regardless of race, ethnic background, or economic circumstance. In support of this commitment, Congress established a series of programs to help low­income Americans enter college, graduate and move on to participate more fully in America's economic and social life. These programs are funded under Title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965 and are referred to as the TRiO Programs. TRiO programs help students overcome class, social, and cultural barriers to higher education. In short, TRIO assists first­generation college students.

Contact Information: Email: henry.ornelas@ucdenver.edu and teresa.deherrera@ucdenver.edu Phone: 303­315­3550 Location: Student Commons Building, Suite 2011

Undergraduate Experiences Office The Office of Undergraduate Experiences strives to enhance student learning by providing access to high quality and innovative programs for all CU Denver undergraduate students, regardless of school or college. This office is committed to the education of the whole student through integration of general education, major, cocurriculum, and community. They support programs that enhance student learning, promote academic excellence, and link student and academic affairs units. First­Year Experience (FYE) Courses

First­Year Experience (FYE) courses are designed to provide a welcoming and supportive learning environment for new students. In all FYE courses, first­year students acclimate to the rigors of college­level work, engage in the active social and intellectual life of the campus, work closely with faculty and peer leaders, and make close friends and study partners.

FYE Course Models:

1) First­Year Seminar (FYS): FYS courses are faculty­designed, special­topic courses that apply to the Core Curriculum. These courses integrate academic content with essential college skills and engagement activities.

2) College Success (UNIV 1110 & UNIV 1111): College Success courses focus on the transition to college and support incoming students by fostering academic skills and strategies, university engagement, personal strengths and goals, diversity awareness, and inclusion.

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3) First­Year Learning Communities (LC): First­year LCs are groups of students who take two linked courses together that are focused on a particular theme or purpose. The linked courses may include a First­Year Seminar, a College Success class, and/or our most popular Core Curriculum courses.

Contact Information: Phone: 303­315­2133 Location: Lawrence Street Center, Suite 1400 (14th floor) Veteran Student Services Office (OVSS) The Office of Veteran Student Services represents all active­duty, reservist, National Guard, veteran, and VA­dependent students. They prioritize prompt and accurate GI Bill processing and they provide support throughout the transition from military life to the university environment, throughout the entire academic experience, and throughout the progression from college to the work force and a professional career. CU Denver is a military friendly university, committed to providing servicemen and women with a high quality education catered to their distinct needs. OVSS aims to improve and enrich the educational experience of servicemen, servicewomen, and their dependents through advocacy and appropriate, responsive services. Contact Information: Email: ovss@ucdenver.edu Phone: 303­556­2745 Fax: 303­556­2398 Location: Tivoli 124 Office Hours: Spring and Fall Hours: Monday ­ Thursday: 8am ­ 7pm Friday: 8am ­ 5pm Maymester and Summer Hours: Monday ­ Friday: 9am ­ 5pm Women’s Resource Center The Women's Resource Center provides resources, advocacy, services, and programs which promote awareness of gender issues and equality for all students. They value inclusion, social justice, and gender equity as a means to ensure respect and tolerance for all people regardless of background or experience.

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Contact Information: Email: wrc@ucdenver.edu Phone: 303­352­3470 Location: Tivoli 259 Office Hours: Monday ­ Friday: 9am ­ 5pm

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HEALTH Health and Wellness

Health Center at Auraria The Health Center at Auraria is a tri­institutional entity that provides services such as: medical care, disease prevention, health education, and wellness promotion to all students, faculty, and staff of the Auraria campus. They provide information regarding:

Health insurance Wellness Immunization requirements Victim assistance program Student employment

Contact Information: Phone: 303­556­2525 Location: Plaza Building, Suite 150

Office Hours:

Mon – Th: 8am ­ 5pm Friday: 8am ­ 3pm

For more information, visit: www.msudenver.edu/healthcenter

Recreation Healthy Pursuits: Mind Body Fitness The Mind Body Fitness Program, which is a part of the Health Center’s Healthy Pursuits Program, offers a wide range of free fitness classes and innovative health education concepts to improve health, allowing members of the Auraria campus to lead healthier and less stressful lifestyles. Classes Provided:

Belly dancing Meditation Pilates Aligned Yoga Chakra Yoga

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Flow Yoga Gentle Yoga Hatha Yoga Vinyasa Yoga Zumba

All of the equipment for the classes is provided. A new class schedule comes out every semester. Contact Information: Phone: 303­556­6954 Location: PE 103, unless otherwise stated For more information, visit: www.msudenver.edu/healthcenter/wellness/healthypursuits Campus Recreation at Auraria Campus Recreation at Auraria provides gym and recreation facilities and recreational opportunities to the students, staff, faculty, and alumni of CCD, MSU, and CU Denver and the community. The PE Event Center includes:

Dance Studio: PE 215 Event Center Gymnasium: PE 104

­ Three activity courts, available for basketball, volleyball, badminton, indoor soccer, and other special events

Fitness Center: PE 110 ­ Circuit training ­ Cardio equipment ­ Free weights ­ Climbing wall

Fitness Loft: PE 201 ­ Strength and conditioning equipment ­ Cardio equipment ­ Indoor cycling studio

Lobby: PE 103 ­ Multi­purpose activity space

Multi­purpose Room: PE 111G ­ Multi­purpose activity space

Outdoor Adventure Center: PE 002 Athletic Fields Racquetball Courts: PE 107F and 107C Squash Courts: PE 107E and 107D

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Contact Information: Phone: 303­556­3210 Location: PE Event Center, Room 108 For more information, visit: www.msudenver.edu/campusrec/facilitiesandhours Outdoor Adventure Center: Outdoor Adventure is a tri­institutional, student fee supported outdoor education and leadership program for the students, faculty, staff, and guests of CCD, MSU, and CU Denver and AHEC. Outdoor Adventure offers:

Canyoneering Hiking Rock climbing Local ice climbing Ouray ice climbing Avalanche forecasting Mountaineering

They also provide gear rentals, leadership and research, volunteer opportunities, and the student and staff leadership and planning program. Contact Information: Email: bfergus3@msudenver.edu Phone: 303­556­2391 To register for outings, visit the PE Event Center (the gym) Monday ­ Friday. For more information, visit: www.msudenver.edu/campusrec/programs/outdooradventure

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COMMUTER LIFE

Campus Services Tivoli Station (Bookstore) The Tivoli Station is the Auraria Campus bookstore. They offer a variety of services and products including:

Textbooks Technology Supplies Merchandise and clothing specific to CCD, MSU, CU Denver, and Colorado General reading materials

Contact Information: Phone: 303­556­4286 Location: Tivoli 105 Office Hours: Monday­Thursday: 8am ­ 6pm Friday: 8am ­ 5pm Saturday: 10am ­ 3pm Sunday: Closed

ID Center The ID Center (Commuter Resource Center) provides information about programs and services available to the campus community related to commuting to campus, ID cards, RTD CollegePass Program, off­campus housing, getting around campus, and much more. A. Student I.D. Cards

Campus ID cards are distributed by the ID Center for current students, faculty, and staff. New students receive free student ID cards if they attend a New Student Orientation. Campus ID fee: $20

What students need to bring:

A picture ID Proof of current registration, for example:

­ Class schedule printout ­ Tuition bill ­ Receipt showing a breakdown of fees

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B. RTD Passes

CollegePass Program The RTD CollegePass Smart Card allows students unlimited rides on the RTD bus and

light rail systems. Students must present a valid student ID in order to receive a pass. The CollegePass Program is included in student fees every semester if students are

registered for one or more credit hours on the Auraria Campus. Costs:

First CollegePass card is free Replacement card fee: $10 ($5 if you are transferring institutions–must present original

card) Please contact RTD directly if you experience issues related to technology or Smart Card

readers for the CollegePass C. Locker Rentals

Visit the ID Center to rent a locker on a semester basis Lockers are located in Tivoli and the PE Event Center Cost: $15/semester

D. Lost and Found All lost and found items from Tivoli are held for six weeks at the ID Center. After that

point, unclaimed items are disposed of or donated.

Misplace Something Valuable? Some items of high value are collected by the Auraria Campus Police Department

(ACPD). If your item is not at the ID Center, please check with the ACPD at 303­556­5000 or visit their office in Tivoli 228.

Contact Information: Phone: 303­556­8352 Location: Tivoli 105 (in the Tivoli Station) For more information, visit: www.ahec.edu/for­students/commuter­resource­center Food Locations on Campus

Alfresco Greens ­ Tivoli Food Court ­ Salads Biscuits and Berries Catering ­ Tivoli 125 Blackboard Eats ­ Tivoli 125 ­ Homemade cooking Confluence Cafe ­ Auraria Library ­ Coffee and healthy snacks Dazbog ­ next to Student Success Building ­ Coffee shop Einstein Bros Bagels ­ 9th St. Park ­ Bagels and coffee

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Ilovit Market ­ Tivoli 271 ­ Snacks and convenience store Intermission Cafe ­ Science Building ­ Burgers, smoothies, etc. Ipie ­ Tivoli 229 ­ Pizza and wings Mark Pie’s ­ Tivoli Food Court ­ Chinese food McDonald’s ­ Tivoli Food Court ­ Fast food Qdoba ­ Student Commons Building ­ Mexican food Simply Fresh Market ­ North Classroom ­ Wraps, sandwiches, healthy food Starbucks ­ Tivoli 201 ­ Coffee and snacks Subway ­ Tivoli Food Court ­ Sandwiches The Corner Store ­ North Classroom ­ Convenience store snacks and beverages Tivoli Brewery ­ Tivoli 240

Food Trucks

Food Truck Mondays ­ Every Monday (excluding holidays and academic breaks) 2­4 mobile food vendors serve

a range of cuisine from 11am ­ 3pm at the Lawrence Way turnaround (between St. Cajetan’s and the King Center)

Biker Jim's Gourmet Dogs ­ Tivoli Commons ­ Hot Dogs Saffron Grill ­ 10th St. and Curtis ­ Mediterranean food

Microwaves on Campus:

Tivoli 127 (Food Pantry) King Center (1st floor) Auraria Library North Classroom (near snack machines, various floors) CCD Confluence Building (various areas) Cherry Creek Building (Lobby) Student Commons Building (in select offices: TRiO, EOP) CU Denver Business School (2nd and 3rd floors)

Hangout Spots on Campus

9th St. Park Auraria Library Club Hub (Tivoli) Einstein Bros Bagels (2nd Floor) Qdoba Science Building Cafe Sigi's Pool Hall

­ Located in Tivoli (1st Floor) ­ A great place to relax and meet with friends for a game of pool, ping­pong, or to

play a variety of Xbox and Wii video games.

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­ Catch the latest sports and campus news on one of the many large TVs. ­ Students can also take advantage of the lunch and poker tables, microwave, and

MSU Denver Food Bank. Student Commons Building Tivoli

­ Garage Lounge (Tivoli 257) ­ Quiet lounge

­ Starbucks ­ Multicultural Lounge

Nightrider Service The Nightrider Service is a FREE, 24­hour evening escort service available for all students, staff, and faculty of the Auraria campus. The Nightrider Service will give you a ride from any campus parking lot to your classroom and back again. Just give them a call and they will pick you up. Or, if you want to be a regular Nightrider, they will arrange a regular pickup to fit your schedule. Contact Information: Phone: 303­556­2000 (Mon­Thur from sundown until 10pm) Phone: 303­556­3271 (on weekends and after hours)

Operational Status Alerts If any conditions pose a safety threat to students, faculty, staff, or visitors at any of our locations (including inclement weather or other threats), alerts will be issued in a variety of ways:

Rave Alerts: an Emergency Notification System that includes text and voice messaging services. Register here: www.ucdenver.edu/alerts/Pages/default

Notices are sent to university­issued email accounts Toll­free phone line: 877­463­6070 Information posted on the Alerts website: www.ucdenver.edu/alerts Students, faculty, and staff can add additional methods for notification by entering their

cell phone number and personal email account in the CU Portal. UniverCity Key Program UniverCity Key is a discount program designed to connect CU Denver students, staff, and faculty to surrounding activities and services in downtown Denver. This program offers discounts in the following categories:

Arts and Entertainment Automotive and Transportation Fitness Food and Dining

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Retail and Services Travel and Hotel

For more information and for a comprehensive list of discounts available, visit: www.ucdenver.edu/life/services/UnivercityKey/Pages/UniverCityKey Wifi Information Wireless access is available at CU Denver to guests and authenticated users, including university faculty, staff, sponsored users, and students. See below for connection instructions to Guest and Secured networks. Connection Instructions: Authenticated users must enter their University domain user­ID and password prior to gaining wireless VPN access, which includes access to internal resources and the Internet. For more information, call the helpdesk: 303­724­4357 (4HELP)

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Tips from Students We don’t plan to fail, but fail to plan. Treat college like a job and schedule classes from 9am to 5pm. Talk to your professors. Read the material before the lecture. Don’t Miss Class. Keep Balance; Hold to your Values. Make sure to do your homework. Have as much fun as possible. Go outside. Keep up with your dreams all through the semester. Be honest 100% of the time. It will pay off. Go to your professor’s office hours, even if you don’t need help! Make as many new friends as possible. Stay on your game when you’re in school. Keep a social life. Print out lecture slides prior to class and take notes on the margins. Nothing is worth sacrificing your sleep. Go to review sessions if you can for help. ASK FOR HELP Take detailed notes. Don’t get behind in your classes. Take the time to try new things that make you uncomfortable. Get Enough Sleep. Read the Syllabus. All of it. Review your Lecture Notes. Make friends. Do your homework the day it is assigned. You’ll remember more information. Humility helps you connect and network. Networking is the key to survival. Don’t Procrastinate. Visit the Transfer Center for any questions you may have. Go to an advisor as soon as possible. Email your teachers. Go to class. Study More. Purchase textbooks well in advance of each semester. In the sphere of influences, stay focused on your goal.

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Form Study Groups. Don’t Fail Classes. Take classes with people that you know. Red Bull and go to class even if you fall asleep. Register for classes and see your advisor ASAP. Classes fill up quickly. Don’t let the haters get you down. Talk to counselors. Find free food on campus. Go to Supplemental Instruction. Take care of your mind and body. Get to know your teachers. Use a planner. Be nice to your instructors, even if you don’t like them. Keep it Real. Participate in class! Put your phone down. Learn what you want to do ­­ take your time deciding! Prioritize. You don’t have to know what you’re doing right away. Volunteer and internships help. Tutoring is for everyone. You don’t have to be struggling. Visit the LRC. Make friends in your classes. Explore Tivoli. Apply for the Alternative Break program (great way to make friends and connections). Check event emails. Download the Canvas App.

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Campus Maps

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Smoking Areas On Campus

The Auraria Campus has designated smoking areas. Smoking is prohibited in all areas not defined for this purpose.

The smoking area policy does not apply to public rights­of­way (sidewalks, streets) on the perimeter of campus.

The Auraria Campus community strives to be good neighbors by properly disposing of smoking waste in designated areas.

For more information regarding the smoking policy and cessation resources, visit: www.ahec.edu/smoking­policy

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Online Parking Management System Visit the online Parking Management System to:

Purchase or renew a permit or passport Pay a parking citation Appeal a parking citation

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Campus Accessibility