Pablo Chavira Nieto (He/Him/His)
Hi there! My name is Pablo Chavira Nieto. I graduated from MSU Denver with a B.A. in Modern Languages. Please reach out if there is something that I can support you with!
Email Pablo!What We Do
Returning Roadrunner Definition:
A student who has stopped-out/discontinued their studies at MSU for more than a year and has returned to the University
What We Do:
The Returning Roadrunners program supports students as they re-engage at MSU Denver by:
Providing holistic support services to help students build a strong foundation for success in their educational, career, and life endeavors
Specifically, Re-Engagement Navigators provide support in the following areas:
- Onboarding
- Enrollment
- Advising & Registration Support
- Campus Resources
- Career Readiness
- Retention and Completion
- Building Community
This is accomplished through intentional outreach, communication, programming, and one-on-one student meetings.
Returning to MSU Denver?
Make sure to check these things off your list to ensure a smooth transition back into MSU Denver:
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You can apply online at www.msudenver.edu/apply It is free to submit your new application to MSU Denver. |
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Our school code: 001360
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Send these as soon as possible in order to have your credits evaluated and test scores in our system – this will be super helpful when you meet with your advisor. Learn how to send transcripts and test scores here. |
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Make an appointment to learn about your degree plan. Not sure who your advisor is? Check out this list of advisors by major. Once you see their contact information, you can schedule an appointment here. |
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It is recommended to meet with your advisor prior to or just after class registration opens. You may have already discussed classes during your completion plan discussion. DO NOT wait until the last minute – classes fill up quickly! |
After Registration Checklist
Email is the official form of communication for MSU Denver. All communication will go through this email.
| Stop by the Campus ID office in the Tivoli Station, room 269, with your class schedule and a photo ID. Find out more here.
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If you need a computer, you can request to borrow a laptop from MSU Denver here or call 303-352-7548.
Want to get to know campus and learn where your in-person classes are? Sign up for a virtual or in-person tour here.
Check out the Events Calendar here and look for The Runner, a student newsletter, in your email. These are great ways to meet new people and attend fun events across campus.
This app allows you to bypass the phone call notification. Instructions to set it up are here.
The deadline for the waiver varies based on your starting semester. Please check the Health Center at Auraria website for more information. If you are an undocumented, DACA, immigrant, or refugee student in need of low-cost health insurance, Immigrant Services may be able to help.
Make sure to also submit proof of immunizations!
You can choose to rent or purchase class books. Some books will be listed as optional and some will be required. Some options to get books are the campus bookstore Tivoli Station, Amazon (students get 6 months of Prime for free), Chegg, or local libraries. You can charge books to your tuition at Tivoli Station if need be.
MSU Denver has partnered with RTD to provide the RTD CollegePass to actively enrolled students. Students must be enrolled in at least one course in the given semester and have a valid Auraria Campus ID. For more information, look here.
You can do this in the Student Hub by clicking on the Class Schedules box and picking the term. Find where your classes are on a campus map. Need to change a class? Find guides for that on this page.
Canvas is our online class platform. Follow this link, and at the bottom of the page select Quick Start Guide!
Meet Your Re-Engagement Navigators
Kaden Van Hegewald (He/Him/They)
Hi there! My name is Kaden or Kade for short. I am a MSU Denver alumni, I have a degree in Mathematics, and I am eager to help you transition back into MSU Denver!
Email Kade!Frequently Asked Questions
If you’re not sure who your advisor is, you can check out this list of advisors by major. You’re Degree Progress Report (DPR) should also have your specific advisor information. If you have not yet been re-admitted to MSU Denver and/or you don’t yet have access to your account, you can ask the Department you are studying under (for example: Department of English) for assistance.
If this doesn’t make sense, contact Pablo or Kade.
SAP Appeal: For students who have been placed on Financial Aid suspension because they have not met Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP). For a full definition of SAP, please visit: SAP for Undergraduate Students or SAP for Graduate Students .
*Please provide a detailed explanation and upload any supporting documentation. If you are a freshman or sophomore (you have 59 earned credits or less), please make an appointment with your academic advisor to complete an Academic Plan that must be submitted with this Appeal. Note: Requests submitted without supporting documentation will not be approved.
For further assistance completing and moving past SAP, please connect with the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships.
If this doesn’t make sense, contact Pablo or Kade.
There are lots of places you can find scholarships and get assistance finding and applying to scholarships!
- We recommend starting your search by visiting the MSU Denver Scholarship website, where you can complete the General Scholarship Application for over 240 institutional and foundation scholarships. You can also find information and tips for success about external and private scholarships and grants.
- If you are undocumented/DACA/ASSET, you can get additional assistance and support from the Immigrant Services Program and from the Gender Institute for Teaching and Advocacy (GITA) to find and apply to immigrant-friendly scholarships.
- The Educational Opportunity Center (EOC) provides support and assistance to low-income and first-generation students to find and apply to scholarships.
If this doesn’t make sense, contact Pablo or Kade.
MSU Denver Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships can help with questions and support regarding potential issues with your submitted FAFSA/CASFA.
- FAFSA: You can get assistance and support from the Educational Opportunity Center (EOC) or the Gender Institute for Teaching and Advocacy (GITA) to complete the FAFSA application.
- CASFA: If you are undocumented/DACA/ASSET or otherwise don’t qualify for the FAFSA, you can get support and assistance from the Immigrant Services Program or the Gender Institute for Teaching and Advocacy (GITA) to complete the CASFA application.
If this doesn’t make sense, contact Pablo or Kade.
Great question! That depends on a lot of factors, but you’ll most likely get the best timeline for your graduation by speaking with your academic or faculty advisor. If you’re not sure who that is, check out this list of advisors by major and see the answer to one of our earlier FAQs for more assistance!
If this doesn’t make sense, contact Pablo or Kade.
That depends on a lot of factors, including your major, but you’ll most likely get the best registration advice by speaking with your academic or faculty advisor. If you’re not sure who that is check out this list of advisors by major and see the answer to one of our earlier FAQs for more assistance!
If this doesn’t make sense, contact Pablo or Kade.
This depends on many factors, including factors such as: completing the FAFSA/CASFA, the Colorado Opportunity Fund (COF), applying for scholarships and grants, if you have an active balance, and more. We highly recommend connecting with the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships to learn more about what your financial aid might look like.
If this doesn’t make sense, contact Pablo or Kade.
Various departments may place holds on a student’s record that prevent the student from registering for classes, ordering official transcripts, or even prevent awarding a degree. If you have questions about what a hold means and how to resolve it, you can visit the following website to learn more: https://www.msudenver.edu/registrar/student/holds/
If this doesn’t make sense, contact Pablo or Kade.
Many places offer internships, both paid and unpaid, including here on campus. You can get further assistance and information about where to look for internships and how to apply to them by visiting the Classroom to Career Hub (C2 Hub).
- The Classroom to Career Hub (C2 Hub) at Metropolitan State University of Denver will jump start your career through professional development and personalized career planning. Let’s clarify your interests, identify your strengths and prepare you to take the next step in your career journey.
- Career Link. One of the first places where you should look for internships or jobs is Career Link. And remember: Career Link is more than just a job board…it’s a career management system designed to help you connect with employers interested in hiring MSU Denver students and alumni. You can find more about Career Link here.
If this doesn’t make sense, contact Pablo or Kade.
Declaring a major/second major/minor: you should meet with an academic advisor in the department of the major or minor you intend to declare in to complete the Declaration Major/Minor form with them.
- Switching a major/minor: you should have a conversation with your current advisor to see what your best options are. If you decide to pursue the major/minor change, you should meet with an academic advisor in the department of the major or minor you intend to switch to complete the Declaration Major/Minor form with them.
- Once you have completed the form, submit it to the Office of the Registrar in the Jordan Student Success Building at Window 3 or to [email protected]. It will take about 2-3 days to process.
If this doesn’t make sense, contact Pablo or Kade.