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Alumni Events
Attending events is one way to stay connected with your alma mater and catch up with fellow alumni. Check this page often for a list of activities or online events and engagement opportunities that are open to all CU Denver alumni. To view and explore all CU Denver events, view the university event calendar.
Countdown to Make It Real
Wednesday, April 2 | 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. | Bierstadt Lagerhaus, 2875 Blake Street, Denver
Join fellow alumni on Wednesday, April 2 for a fun and relaxed happy hour with tasty snacks as we come together to celebrate and get excited about making a real difference for our students. This is your chance to connect, have some fun, and help build a future that’s both meaningful and affordable for the next generation.
We can’t wait to see you there—let’s Make It Real together!
CU Denver Giving Day: Make It Real
Thursday, April 3 | Online
Each spring CU Denver hosts an annual Giving Day, a 24-hour fundraising campaign designed to encourage alumni, faculty, students, and community members to support the university and Make It Real. Join us on Thursday, April 3 and get excited about making a real difference for our students by making a gift and becoming an advocate.
College of Architecture and Planning Lecture Series: Lisa Moffitt, Associate Professor at Carleton University
Thursday, April 3 | 12:10 p.m. | CU Denver Building, 2nd Floor Gallery
Lisa Moffitt is Associate Professor of Architecture and Associate Director of the Graduate Program. She is associated with the exhibition, Architecture’s Model Environments, on display from April 3 through May 3, 2025.
First Friday with SPA: Downtown Denver Authority and Downtown Redevelopment
Friday, April 4 | 8:30 – 10:00 a.m. | Lawrence Street Center Terrace Room (2nd Floor) or Zoom
Join the CU Denver School of Public Affairs for the April series of First Friday discussing the Downtown Denver Authority and downtown redevelopment. Attend in-person or via Zoom. Mark your calendar and stay tuned for a registration link.
College of Architecture and Planning Lecture Series: José Ibarra, Assistant Professor at CU Denver
Monday, April 7 | 12:10 p.m. | CU Denver Building, 2nd Floor Gallery
SPA Thrive Series: Suicide From a Public Health Perspective—Prevention, Awareness, and Response
Tuesday, April 15 | 5:00 — 7:00 p.m. | Lawrence Street Center Terrace Room (2nd Floor) or Zoom
The Center for Community Safety and Resilience at the CU Denver School of Public Affairs would like to invite you to attend their Thrive Series, a series of conversations with academic and lived experience experts and members of the community. Mark your calendar and check back for a registration link.
Economic Forecast: National and Regional Insights
Thursday, May 1 | 11:30 a.m. — 1:00 p.m. | CU Denver Business School Jake Jabs Event Center
Join the CU Denver Business School for an informative presentation with Ellen Zentner ’95, Morgan Stanley's Chief Economic Strategist, and Kate Watkins, Colorado State Demographer, as they analyze the current economic landscape in the United States and Colorado.
Moderated by, Jenifer Waller, President & CEO at Colorado Bankers Association, this is a must-attend event for anyone looking to navigate the complexities of today's economy.
CU Denver Alumni Awards Celebration
Thursday, May 8 | 6:00 p.m. | Denver, CO
Each year CU Denver honors several individuals who have a record of distinction with the University of Colorado Denver and/or in their profession, community, and society at large.
CU Denver Block Party
Thursday, August 21 | 12:00 – 3:00 p.m. | 1300 block of Lawrence Street, Denver, CO
We are excited to kick off another academic year! The event is free and open to both the campus community and the public. This year’s event takes place on the 1300 block of Lawrence St. between Speer and 14th St. The event will feature interactive booths highlighting various CU Denver departments, colleges and schools. There will be live music, food trucks and interactive engagements.