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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.
First Friday with the School of Public Affairs: Unraveling Truth with Sarah Gerard
Friday, December 6 | 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Lawrence Street Center Terrace Room (2nd Floor) or Zoom
Join the School of Public Affairs for a special First Friday event featuring Sarah Gerard, a dedicated master’s student in criminal justice and the author of the compelling investigative journalism piece, Carrie Carolyn Coco. This powerful book explores the 2016 murder of Sarah’s friend, blending personal narrative with a thorough examination of the criminal justice system.
- Author Introduction: Learn more about Sarah Gerard’s journey as a writer and her motivation behind Carrie Carolyn Coco.
- Passage Reading: Author Sarah Gerard will read a passage from the book, offering insight into the narrative and its emotional depth.
- Moderated Discussion: Engage in a thoughtful conversation about themes of the book, the impact of crime on communities, and the role of journalism in seeking justice. Audience questions will be welcomed throughout this segment to encourage dialogue and personal reflections.
- Book Signing: Conclude the event by meeting Sarah Gerard and having your copy of Carrie Carolyn Coco signed.
We hope you’ll join us for this one-of-a-kind First Friday event as we explore the intersections of personal loss, justice, and the power of storytelling, all through the lens of one of our criminal justice students, Sarah Gerard.\
9:30 – 10:00 a.m. | Check-in and breakfast buffet light breakfast for in-person attendees
10:00 – 11:30 a.m. | Programming for in-person and virtual attendees
11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Book signing for in-person attendees
CU Night at The Nutcracker
Friday, December 6 | 6:15 – 9:00 p.m. | Tickets: $35 and $74 | Ellie Caulkins Opera House
Celebrate the holiday season by joining fellow CU Denver alumni and families for a reception and art exhibition, followed by a performance of The Nutcracker by Colorado Ballet.
6:15 – 7:00 p.m. | Reception, CU Denver Experience Gallery
7:30 p.m. | The Nutcracker Performance, Ellie Caulkins Opera House
Registration will be on a first-come, first-served basis, so please reserve your tickets as soon as possible.
We are sold out of tickets and have an extensive waitlist. Please join us in 2025!