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President Davidson’s fiscal year 2026 budget charge
Oct. 30, 2024 | President’s Correspondence
In fiscal 2025-26 (FY26), I’m focused on investing in programs and projects that spin the flywheel until sparks fly! Read the budget charge.
Election-season resources and graduate tuition benefit headline August President’s Cabinet
Aug. 30, 2024 | President’s Cabinet
During the first President’s Cabinet meeting of the fall semester on Aug. 22, Metropolitan State University of Denver President Janine Davidson, Ph.D., focused on cultivating healthy and productive civic engagement. Read more.
The president’s welcome back event on August 29, 2024, in the King Center. Photo by Alyson McClaran
President Davidson announces raises at Fall Welcome Back
Aug. 29, 2024
New President’s Flywheel Challenge also seeks proposals to save the University time or money.
What is fueling YOU this semester?
Aug. 19, 2024 | President’s Correspondence
President Davidson welcomes faculty and staff to a new semester and academic year, reminding everyone of the importance of MSU Denver’s people in fueling student success. Read more.
Fiscal year 2025 budget aligns with presidential and University priorities
I am pleased to share with you that the Metropolitan State University of Denver Board of Trustees approved our fiscal year 2025 budget,… Read more.
Encampment disassembled; University moves to restricted-access operations for Monday
May 19, 2024 | President’s Correspondence
For the past three weeks, I’ve been updating you on our efforts to find resolution to the encampment on the Tivoli Quad, which was in violation of a campus no-camping policy and created multiple disruptions to University operations… Read more.
Protesters pitch tents inside Tivoli during meeting with trustees
May 14, 2024 | President’s Correspondence
In the spirit of dialogue and transparency, members of our Board of Trustees met with MSU Denver’s student protesters today… Read more.
Cherishing Commencement Memories: A tribute to our graduates!
May 10, 2024 | President’s Correspondence
While there’s been a lot happening on campus, today’s Commencement reminded me of why we do what we do. Take a look at some of the memories we made today!
Ensuring the safety of our community
May 8, 2024 | President’s Correspondence
On Tuesday evening, protesters entered MSU Denver’s Aerospace and Engineering Sciences Building, blocking doors, beating on drums, chanting and disrupting campus operations … Read more.
Protesters escalate tactics
May 7, 2024 | President’s Correspondence
Earlier today, protesters entered the Tivoli Student Union, blocked entrances and created a disturbance. Police intervened to stop several demonstrators… Read more.
Demonstrators refused dialogue offer
May 6, 2024 | President’s Correspondence
In the spirit of dialogue and transparency, I want to update our community on the latest with the ongoing protest and encampment on the Tivoli Quad … Read more.
Productive dialogue continues
May 3, 2024 | President’s Correspondence
Earlier today, executive leaders of Auraria Campus institutions again met with student leaders of the ongoing protest and encampment … Read more.
Keeping our community safe while fostering ongoing dialogue
May 2, 2024 | President’s Correspondence
As antiwar demonstrations continue on college campuses nationwide, we’ve seen a wide range of tactics… Read more.
Update: Campus demonstration and dialogue
April 30, 2024 | President’s Correspondence
I intend to remain transparent in keeping our community updated on the protest happening on the Tivoli Quad… Read more.
Update: Campus demonstration and resources
April 28, 2024 | President’s Correspondence
As we start the last full week of classes before final exams and Commencement, I want to provide an update on the protest happening on the Tivoli Quad… Read more.
Update: Campus demonstration and resources
April 26, 2024 | President’s Correspondence
Earlier today, the Auraria and Denver police departments dispersed an encampment in front of the Tivoli Quad, where a demonstration was underway. The protest was similar to those taking place on college campuses… Read more.
Campus demonstration and resources
April 26, 2024 | President’s Correspondence
As you may have seen in news reports or on social media, the Auraria Campus is the site of a protest this week similar to demonstrations that have been occurring on college campuses around the country…. Read more.
Chicano Studies chair reinstated following personnel process review
Feb. 15, 2024 | President’s Correspondence
Following a thorough review of the situation and processes related to the appointment and removal of MSU Denver department chairs, I have reinstated Chicana/o Studies Department Chair Dr. Adriana Nieto. Read more.
Our state’s future depends on higher education
Jan. 10, 2024 | Davidson’s Desk
Leaving the military and Department of Defense to work at MSU Denver was more than a career change – it is a calling. I made this move because I firmly believe in the transformational power of higher education for individuals and for our nation as a whole. Read more.
MSU Denver celebrates gains in enrollment and retention
Jan. 17, 2024 | President’s Correspondence
We’ve recovered
Enrollment for spring semester is UP about 3.5%.
We’ve stabilized
Retention is up about 1%. d Kindn
Now, it’s time to launch!
MSU Denver welcomes three new Board of Trustees members
Jan. 12, 2024
The Metropolitan State University of Denver Board of Trustees welcomes three new members this semester. Also, three existing board members have been reappointed to serve second terms, including Kristin Hultquist, who was elected by the board to replace Russell Noles as chair. Read more.
Happy Holidays from President Davidson
Thanks for a fantastic year, Roadrunners! Warm wishes for a happy and healthy holiday season.
Reflecting on kindness and compassion
Nov. 8, 2023 | President’s Correspondence
Monday is World Kindness Day, an international observance that encourages people to bridge differences and focus on the common threads that bind us. It’s an opportune moment to pause and reflect on something that is all too often overlooked: our shared humanity and our innate capacity for kindness and compassion. Read more.
Announcing MSU Denver’s new provost
Oct. 30, 2023 | President’s Correspondence
President Davidson announces the selection of Laura Niesen de Abruña, Ph.D., as the University’s new provost and executive vice president for Academic Affairs, beginning Jan. 25. Read more.
President’s priorities kick-off budget planning cycle
Oct. 24, 2023 | President’s Correspondence
President Davidson shares priorities to kick-off the fiscal year 2025 budget planning cycle. Read more.
Welcome to the fall 2023 semester
Aug. 29, 2023: Welcome to a new semester at Metropolitan State University of Denver! I’m thrilled you’re here, and hope you had a great first week. It's been a busy summer on campus. We completed IT infrastructure upgrades in the Science Building, improving technology and the overall wireless experience. Renovation began on the second floor of West Classroom causing some shuffling that will ultimately give us state-of-the-art healthcare and lab space. I love meeting and hearing from Roadrunners so consider this your personal invitation to stop and say hi when you see me around campus. As you’re out and about, please take advantage of all the great resources available to you as a student. From the Health Center at Auraria, to peer mentoring and the Classroom to Career Hub, to the more than 120 student organizations. MSU Denver is the place to Be a Changemaker!
Launching Student Success together this fall
Aug. 29, 2023 | President’s Correspondence
President Davidson welcomes faculty and staff back to campus by reinvigorating our founding purpose, to prepare our students to meet Colorado’s workforce needs. Read more.
Davidson's Desk: Affirming education access
June 29, 2023 | Davidson’s Desk
The Supreme Court handed down its highly anticipated decision on affirmative action in higher education admissions today, striking down the policy in a monumental moment for education. Fortunately, because MSU Denver is an open-access institution, the decision will have no impact on who we will admit and won’t alter our efforts to prepare Colorado’s workforce. Read more.
Trustees approve Fiscal Year 2024 budget
June 7, 2023 | President’s Correspondence
The Board of Trustees has approved an exciting new budget for Metropolitan State University of Denver, highlighted by employee compensation increases and strategic investments that will catalyze our enrollment momentum as we launch the University forward. Read more.
Launching Student Success
May 11, 2023 | President’s Correspondence
Two years ago, we introduced our “Recover, Stabilize, LAUNCH!” framework as we were finalizing our 2030 Strategic Plan. The biggest key to our launch is student retention, the one thing in our flywheel from which everything else turns. Read more.
Davidson's Desk: Colorado is desperate for workers. Higher ed is the answer.
March 16, 2023 | Davidson’s Desk
Colorado’s 2022 Talent Pipeline Report said there were two job openings for every available worker last year, an immediate challenge that also brings into question the long-term sustainability of the state economy. We have an urgent need to invest in our education system – our state’s future. Read more.
Davidson on Colorado Business Roundtable podcast
March 3, 2023
Listen below to this episode of “A Seat at the Table,” as President Davidson shares how she works with businesses to ensure her students get real world experience and connections in a job market hungry for workers. She also expands on the evolving role of higher education in American culture, why higher education is still great value (despite commentary claiming it isn’t), and her remarkable background as a pilot for the Air Force and a civilian working in the Pentagon.
Hosted by Colorado Business Roundtable President Debbie Brown.
President's Spring Update
March 2, 2023: President Davidson delivers an address on the University's strategic priorities followed by a fireside chat on faculty workload and a recognition of MSU Denver retirees.
Workload task force, goals and timeline
Feb. 16, 2023 | President’s Correspondence
The purpose of this note is to provide an update on the process and timeline for the way forward on faculty workload. Read more.
Reaction and resources following Feb. 13 school shootings
Feb. 14, 2023 | President’s Correspondence
I am at a loss to describe how I’m feeling after a spate of shootings and lockdowns at schools near and far yesterday. Colorado School of Mines was on lockdown for five hours early Monday while police searched for an armed fugitive who killed a police K-9; a Denver East High School student was shot near the school in the afternoon and remains hospitalized; and at least three Michigan State University students were killed and several more injured during a mass shooting last night. Read more.
Preparing an inclusive and swift path forward on faculty workload
Feb. 13, 2023 | President’s Correspondence
President Davidson provides an update on MSU Denver’s plans to address faculty workload. Read more.
Welcome to the spring 2023 semester
Jan. 31, 2023
President Davidson welcomes students with a video inspired by MSU Denver’s national champion aerobatics team.
Higher ed leadership letter to Joint Budget Committee
Jan. 9, 2023 | Letter to the Joint Budget Committee
Colorado’s college and university leaders sent a joint request to the state’s Joint Budget Committee asking for an increase of $144.7 million in state operating funding for higher education and 4% in tuition authority as part of the annual budget cycle. Read more.
Dec. 19, 2022 | President’s Correspondence
It is the final week of the fall semester here at Metropolitan State University of Denver — classes are finished, faculty members are finalizing grades, and staff members are finishing their last tasks of the year before the University closes for winter break. Read more.
Roadrunner Rundown: Rowdy's Corner
Dec. 15: President Davidson checks out the new Rowdy's Corner (formerly the Roadrunner Food Pantry) with student employee Sam Tornato Sotelo.
Happy holidays from MSU Denver
Dec. 12, 2022: MSU Denver President Janine Davidson, Ph. D., wishes our Roadrunner and Denver communities happy holidays.
Supporting our LGBTQ community
Nov. 22, 2022 | President’s Correspondence
On the eve of Transgender Day of Remembrance, this tragedy unfolded at an LBGTQ club in our own state following last week’s senseless student killings at the universities of Virginia and Idaho. As a proud ally committed to the robust and resilient LGBTQ community, my heart simply breaks. Read more.
Mourning victims in Idaho and Virginia
Nov. 14, 2022 | President’s Correspondence
I am devastated by the loss of seven college students killed at the universities of Idaho and Virginia on Sunday. Two campus communities 2,500 miles apart are in mourning today, reeling from tragic acts of violence and shelter-in-place directives that have become far too frequent in American schools. Read more.
Living with honor this Veterans Day
Nov. 10, 2022 | President’s Correspondence
The theme for Veterans Day 2022 is “Honor.” This theme was chosen by the Department of Veteran Affairs to “reflect the military value and tradition of answering the call to duty.”… Read more.
Going beyond land acknowledgements for Native Heritage Month
Nov. 1, 2022 | President’s Correspondence
While it is important that we acknowledge the original inhabitants of the land where our campus sits, universities can go beyond acknowledgements and actively serve modern-day Native Americans who are underrepresented on campuses across the country… Read more.
President's Fireside Chat with Gen. Darren McDew
Oct. 27, 2022: President Davidson hosts retired Air Force Gen. Darren McDew for a discussion on leadership.
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Cybersecurity students Aaron Hondrick, Edgar Rodriguez, Michael Barnes and Ricardo Ibarra work in the 7th Street Classroom lab on Friday, Oct. 15, 2021.
MSU Denver aims to improve diversity in cybersecurity field
Oct. 21, 2022
President Janine Davidson, Ph.D., and Cybersecurity Center Director Richard MacNamee discuss ways the University is diversifying Colorado’s cybersecurity pipeline.
President's Cabinet meeting covers DACA, Homecoming
Oct. 20, 2022
Members celebrate successful events, share important updates and vote on the Animals on University Property Policy.
Colorado higher ed leaders call for legal status for Dreamers
Oct. 19, 2022 | Letter to Colorado’s Congressional delegation
There is an urgent need to pass legislation providing permanent legal status for Dreamers following the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruling that deemed the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals policy unlawful… Read more.
The Roadrunner Rundown: Women's Volleyball
Oct. 4, 2022: In this edition of the Roadrunner Rundown, President Davidson talks with Women's Volleyball Coach Jenny Glenn about their success on the court and in the classroom and practices with the team.
Davidson’s Desk: Hispanic Servingness
Oct. 4, 2022 | Davidson’s Desk
National Hispanic Heritage Month is an important time for Hispanic-Serving Institutions like Metropolitan State University of Denver to pause and reflect on what it really means to serve our valued Latino community… Read more.
Women Transforming Government
Sept. 26, 2022
President Davidson joins state Rep. Brianna Titone and Adams County Commissioner Lynn Baca to discuss how they broke barriers in their careers in Deloitte’s annual Women Transforming Government panel.
Experts discuss free speech
Sept. 15, 2022
President Davidson joins a bipartisan forum on freedom of speech and democracy.
At MSU Denver, the president won’t protect you from what you don’t want to hear
Sept. 15, 2022
President Davidson and General Counsel David Fine talk to the Denver Post about freedom of speech on college campuses.
President's Welcome Back
Sept. 13, 2022
In her fall 2022 Welcome Back address, President Davidson looks back at her first five years at MSU Denver and looks forward as the University progresses in its Recover, Stabilize, LAUNCH! plan.
Welcome to the fall 2022 semester
Aug. 29, 2022: Welcome to a new semester at Metropolitan State University of Denver! I’m thrilled you’re here, and hope you had a great first week. If you’ve been on campus before fall 2022, you have hopefully noticed some things look a little different this semester. We upgraded approximately 150 classrooms over the summer with new technology, lighting and more as well as wayfinding to help you find your way around. We also made improvements to the Athletic Assembly Complex, so catch a game or match and support our Roadrunner teams this semester! As you’re out and about, please remember the Health Center at Auraria is here as a resource, including mental health services. Let’s have a safe and successful fall semester! I hope to see you at the President's Welcome Back event on Sept. 13.
President's Budget Priorities
Aug. 26, 2022 | President’s Correspondence
I am excited to announce details about the 2022–23 Phase II budget approved by the board, including increased compensation for employees…
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Free Expression and Inquiry
Aug. 8, 2022 | President’s Correspondence
I strongly believe that free expression and inquiry, which should flourish at universities, are key to maintaining a healthy civic society, and indeed our diverse democratic republic. It was in this spirit that I convened a task force with broad representation across our University community to create a Free Expression Statement…
Read more.
Women execs share secrets of success
Aug. 3, 2022
President Davidson and other panelists at a National Conference of State Legislatures event share stories and advice on how they got to leadership positions that are not common for most women.
Davidson's Desk: Investing in public service
July 8, 2022 | Davidson’s Desk
As a political scientist and career public servant, I believe deeply in the value of our participatory democracy. But in times like these, I realize we cannot take the strength of our democratic system for granted. We must be active stewards of the processes that make our society work. This is why I am so passionate about our growing programs for public service at MSU Denver…
Read more.
The Rundown: One World One Water Center
June 23, 2022: President Davidson talks with One World One Water Co-Director Nona Shipman about drought solutions in the West and OWOW's 10-year anniversary.
Davidson’s Desk: New insights from MSU Denver’s president
April 5, 2022 | Davidson’s Desk
Get new insights from President Janine Davidson, Ph.D., in Davidson’s Desk, launched this week to provide the broader Denver and Colorado community with important MSU Denver news and thought leadership. The quarterly e-newsletter will share her thoughts on topics important to Coloradans….
Read more.
Breaking down bias on International Women’s Day
March 8, 2022 | President’s Correspondence
Happy International Women’s Day! For over 100 years, March 8 has been marked around the world as a day of solidarity among women. Higher education has played a key role in improving the lives of women and will continue to be essential as we confront the post-pandemic world. Read more.
Ukraine Conflict in Context: A Presidential Pop-Up Panel
March 7, 2022: President Davidson joins MSU Denver History faculty to help Roadrunners and the greater Denver community make sense of the conflict in Ukraine
9NEWS Leader of the Year finalists
March 3, 2022: The three finalists for 2022 9NEWS Leader of the Year, including MSU Denver President Janine Davidson, discuss aspects of leadership.
Davidson's campus message on Ukraine
March 2, 2022 | President’s Correspondence
I know many of you are closely following the violence in Ukraine, as am I. Many Americans are scared or confused, wondering whether the U.S. could directly engage militarily or if the conflict could spread to additional countries in Europe. The Russian invasion has been jarring to us all, even military experts such as myself who have been following the buildup to this moment for decades. Read more.
Davidson testifies at U.S. House Committee on Education and Labor
March 2, 2022
MSU Denver President Janine Davidson, Ph.D., shares outlines the importance of Hispanic-Serving Institutions and provides five ways the federal government can better support HSIs.
"Moment of truth" for Ukraine
March 1, 2022
President Davidson joins The Donlon Report to break down a pivotal moment for Ukraine’s resistance of the Russian invasion.
Conflict continues in Ukraine
Feb. 27, 2022
There is a lot of history and political moves that have led up to the war in Ukraine. MSU Denver President Janine Davidson talks with 9NEWS about the conflict.
Davidson weighs in on the Ukraine crisis on KOA Radio
Feb. 25, 2022
Davidson joins Newsy to discuss Russian invasion of Ukraine
Feb. 24, 2022
Russia is targeting multiple cities and military sites as part of the Ukraine invasion, but what is the end game? @chanceseales speaks with @janinedavidson, President of Metropolitan State University of Denver to make sense of Putin’s strategy. pic.twitter.com/9qPGVLFHjU
— Newsy (@Newsy) February 25, 2022
Capitol Dome Building
President Davidson briefs the state's Joint Technology Committee
Feb. 10, 2022
President Davidson and MSU Denver’s Information Technology Services leaders brief the JTC about collaborative technology infrastructure projects with the Colorado School of Mines.
The Rundown: Strategic Thinking
Feb. 8, 2022: President Davidson talks about the vision of MSU Denver with new Chief Strategy Officer Kelly Brough
Davidson named a 9NEWS Leader of the Year finalist
Davidson was one of three Leader of the Year finalists selected by 9NEWS and the Denver Metro Chamber Leadership Foundation. A public vote will decide the winner, which will be announced April 6.
President's Fireside Chat with Rep. Leslie Herod
Feb. 1, 2022: President Davidson is joined by state Rep. Leslie Herod to discuss equity in education, the mechanics of the state budget, public service and more.
Colorado higher education leaders say they need more funding this year
Jan. 25, 2022
President Davidson and other Colorado higher education leaders make the case for investment in higher ed, which provides the state long-term benefits such as job creation, higher earnings and broader societal benefits.
Welcome to the spring 2022 semester
Jan. 25, 2022 | President’s Correspondence
Welcome to a new year and a new semester at Metropolitan State University of Denver! I am thrilled to see so many faculty members, staff members and students back on campus, especially in light of the challenges of this past year and some of the ongoing stresses of Covid-19. Read more.
President's Cabinet
Jan. 20, 2022. The President's Cabinet meeting included updates on the Joint Budget Committee, public health protocols, the Hart Center and more.
Capitol Dome Building
President Davidson briefs the state's Joint Budget Committee
Jan. 19, 2022
MSU Denver President Janine Davidson, Ph.D., discussed increased investment in higher education and the University budget in her annual briefing at the JBC.
Honoring the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.
Jan. 17, 2022 | President’s Correspondence
Today we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., one of history’s most inspiring and influential civil rights leaders. Dr. King’s example of sacrifice, service, and conviction in the face of great injustice reminds us that positive change is possible when we join together, in solidarity. Read more.
CONGRATULATIONS to all @Denver_Fire graduates (and to our 6 @msudenver Roadrunners)! Thank you for stepping up to serve. I am proud and grateful to have you on watch in my city. pic.twitter.com/IHwKrboEIS
— janine davidson (@janinedavidson) January 14, 2022
Higher Ed Leadership Letter to Joint Budget Committee
Jan. 7, 2022 | Letter to the state’s Joint Budget Committee
Thank you for your investments in higher education last year, along with your work to increase higher education funding above inflation at every opportunity over the past five years. You deserve credit and our gratitude for prioritizing higher education in light of the many other demands you face each session. Your investments allowed us to address equity gaps and deferred investments, hold tuition flat in many cases, and to provide the high-quality services our students deserve. Read more.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day Observance
Jan. 5, 2022 | President’s Correspondence
Metropolitan State University of Denver will be closed Jan. 17 so that Roadrunners can observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day. MSU Denver has historically observed MLK Day in December as part of an alternate holiday schedule to provide employees an extended winter break; this closure will be in addition to the December observance. Read more.
Support for Roadrunners impacted by Marshall and Middlefork Fires
Dec. 31, 2021 | President’s Correspondence
Once again, our community has been inflicted with disaster and tragedy, leaving us heartbroken as we embark upon a New Year. Hundreds of homes, businesses and community pillars have been lost and thousands of Coloradans impacted by the Marshall and Middlefork Fires including many MSU Denver students, faculty and staff.
For Roadrunners who have been directly impacted, we are here for you. Read more.
Holiday treat throwdown
Dec. 15, 2021: President Janine Davidson and Dean Christian Hardigree have a holiday treat throwdown at the School of Hospitality making their own favorite festive goodies.
Happy holidays from President Davidson
Dec. 10, 2021 | President’s Correspondence
We have much to celebrate at Metropolitan State University of Denver this holiday season. Reflecting with Rowdy on our journey through 2021, I’m beyond grateful for the amazing students, faculty, staff and community members who supported our mission in the face of continued pandemic-related challenges. Read more.
Happy holidays from President Davidson
President Davidson expresses gratitude to students, employees and community members while recapping a strong year for MSU Denver.
Davidson appointed to Defense Policy Board
Dec. 6, 2021
MSU Denver president joins Department of Defense advisory group.
Kelly Brough joins MSU Denver as CSO
Dec. 1, 2021 | President’s Correspondence
MSU Denver is pleased to announce that Kelly Brough, former Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce president and CEO, has accepted the position of chief strategy officer. She will officially join the University community today. Read more.
Take time to reflect and rejuvenate
Nov. 23, 2021 | President’s Correspondence
In recognition of the hard work and dedication of our nearly 3,000 faculty and staff members, all MSU Denver offices will close Wednesday at 1 p.m. so that Roadrunners can spend a little extra time with their loved ones. Read more.
President's Cabinet
Nov. 17, 2021. The President's Cabinet meeting included updates on Commencement, the University’s first comprehensive fundraising campaign, the Alternative Work Arrangements Policy and more.
MSU Denver President Janine Davidson was named a 2021 Most Admired CEO by the Denver Business Journal. Photo by Seth McConnell.
Davidson named a Most Admired CEO
Nov. 12, 2021
MSU Denver President Janine Davidson was named a 2021 Most Admired CEO by the Denver Business Journal.
Serving each other this Veterans Day
Nov. 11, 2021 | President’s Correspondence
In addition to thanking our veterans for their service today, it is my hope that we take this moment to pause and consider how deciding to serve others and living for a cause greater than oneself – values that are embedded in the fabric or our military and our nation – might fuel our efforts to overcome our differences and face today’s great challenges together. Read more.
President Davidson on the Colorado Concern podcast
Nov. 4, 2021
President Davidson joins MSU Denver Trustee Mike Kopp on the Colorado Concern podcast to discuss workforce pipelines, free speech on campus and more.
MSU Denver extends Displaced Aurarian Scholarship
Nov. 4, 2021 | President’s Correspondence
I am pleased to affirm MSU Denver’s commitment to providing free education for all Aurarians and their direct descendants displaced by forcible removal from the Auraria neighborhood. Read more.
MSU Denver supports DACA rule change proposal
Nov. 1, 2021 | Federal government comment submission
MSU Denver formally submitted a public comment in support of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s proposed rule that would reinforce work authorization for recipients of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, or DACA. Read more.
One-time budget priorities announced
Nov. 1, 2021 | President’s Correspondence
The economic challenges created by the Covid-19 pandemic have opened the door for some unique budget opportunities, thanks to an infusion of one-time federal funding meant to help institutions of higher education recover from the pandemic and continue to meet students’ needs. Read more.
The Rundown: Meow Wolf
Oct. 27, 2021. In this edition of The Rundown, President Davidson talks to MSU Denver alum and Meow Wolf Public Relations Manager Erin Barnes about the University’s newest neighbor.
President Davidson on the CampExperience Boost Power podcast
Oct. 28, 2021
President Davidson joins Betsy Wiersma of the Colorado women’s group CampExperience to discuss “Leadership Lessons in Possible.”
President's Cabinet
Oct. 20, 2021. The President's Cabinet meeting included updates on campus vaccination rates, the AHEC Strategic Plan and a proposed change to the DACA program as well as approval of three ITS policies.
The Rundown: Latinx Heritage Month
Sept. 21, 2021. In this edition of The Rundown, President Davidson talks to MSU Denver staff about what it means to be a Hispanic-Serving Institution and how the University is celebrating Latinx Heritage Month.
President's Welcome Back 2021
Sept. 21, 2021. President Davidson expresses gratitude to faculty, staff and students for weathering the pandemic and discusses MSU Denver's economic outlook in her fall 2021 Welcome Back address.
President's Cabinet
Sept. 15, 2021
Reflection on the anniversary of 9/11
Sept. 10, 2021 | President’s Correspondence
Tomorrow marks 20 years since the tragic attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon, which took so many lives and changed our worlds forever. Read more.
University budget update
Sept. 3, 2021 | President’s Correspondence
Strategic investments in our people, our infrastructure, and our administrative and student-support systems will help us recover from a challenging year and position us to thrive in the post-pandemic environment. Read more.
Colorado Higher Ed leaders call for doubling of Pell Grant
Aug. 25, 2021 | Letter to Colorado Congressional Delegation
Executives from Colorado institutions of higher education urge our congressional delegates to work with their colleagues to double the maximum Pell Grant. We also urge them to support policies that automatically adjust the award to inflation – so that its buying power is preserved – and expand grant eligibility, including for undocumented students who study on our campuses. Read more.
President's Cabinet
Aug. 25, 2021
Aug. 11, 2021
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COVID-19 Vaccine Verification and Testing Requirements
Aug. 6, 2021
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Campus mask requirement starting Aug. 9
July 26, 2021
Letter to Colorado Congressional Delegation:
Colorado Higher Ed leaders call for support of Dreamers
July 22, 2021
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Support for DACA students
April 29, 2021
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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion update
April 28, 2021
President’s Correspondence:
MSU Denver to require Covid-19 vaccinations for fall
March 30, 2021
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Return to campus for fall 2021
March 23, 2021
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Reflecting on the Boulder Shooting
March 18, 2021
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Support for Asian, Pacific Islander and Desi American Community
Early Bird: WorldDenver's International Women's Day
March 1, 2021
President Davidson accepts an award at WorldDenver International Women’s Day 2021: Women in National Security
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Feb. 26, 2021
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Higher education professionals moved to vaccine Phase 1B.4
Feb. 25, 2021
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Auraria Campus Envisions Full Operations For Fall 2021
Leadership Panel 2021
Feb. 18, 2021
Dr. Janine Davidson and MSU Denver leaders discuss inclusive, transformational and servant leadership during extraordinary times.
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Feb. 4, 2021
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Advocacy for increased state funding
Jan. 27, 2021
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Welcome to the spring 2021 semester
Colorado legislation looks to make standardized tests optional for college admissions
January 21, 2021
Colorado lawmakers plan to introduce a bill that would make standardized tests optional in admissions at Colorado public colleges and universities like MSU Denver.
Meet Our Fellows: Janine Davidson
January 20, 2021
President Davidson chats with the National Academy of Public Administration.
2019 Portraits for President Janine Davidson
Open access, exponential ROI
Jan. 12, 2021
New data shows how investment in MSU Denver powers Colorado’s long-term economic success and boosts the vibrancy of its diverse communities.
Jan. 6, 2021
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U.S. Capitol rioting response
How to Survive and Thrive During a Time of Crisis: 5 lessons I learned from my military experience
May 24, 2020
Reflecting on her military service, President Davidson lends her expertise on dealing with crisis, as well as how to adapt and overcome in an interview with Authority Magazine.
Two Roadrunners named to Top 25 Most Powerful Women list
January 16, 2019
President Janine Davidson, Ph.D. and alumna Meranda Vieyra will be honors by the Colorado Women’s Chamber of Commerce on January 30.
Early Bird: Girl Scouts of Colorado Salutes President Davidson
October 2, 2018
MSU Denver President Davidson will be honored as a Woman of Distinction for her personal and professional contributions to the community.
Photograph Courtesy of Kathleen Lavine, Denver Business Journal
MSU Denver poised to answer call for more Colorado degrees
January 19, 2018
President Davidson pens a column in the Denver Post, saying the University should be the model for achieving degree-seeking goals.
To Protect Dreamers, Congress Must Pass the Dream Act
December 19, 2017
President Davidson and Mayor Hancock encourage legislators to act on behalf of DACA students so hundreds of thousands of Americans are not displaced from their country.