Winter 2008 Web Feature Archive
DU Helps You Help Others
Blanca Elena Trejo Aguilera, a Puksta Scholar, found a way to help others through Metro Organizations for People. The Puksta Scholars Program provides the opportunity for students with financial need to pursue a college education while developing a commitment to civic engagement.
Published on March 10, 2008
Art for Students, Alumni and Community
DU's art galleries give students and alumni opportunities to display their creative expressions for the community and attract diverse talent from all over the world.
Published on March 10, 2008
Aaron Huey: The Image Maker
Aaron Huey, BFA ’99, has traveled around the world with his camera in search of compelling stories to tell with his lens.
Published on Feb. 26, 2008
Research for Social Change
When Morgridge College of Education doctoral students want to put their research skills to work promoting social change, they often take on a project with DU's Colorado Community-Based Research Network (CCBRN). The network tackles research challenges presented by its dozen or so community partners.
Published on Feb. 26, 2008
DU's Global Gymnastics Star
Jessica Lopez's 2007 season helped DU finish 10th at the NCAA National Championships, where she tied for first on the balance beam and scored top-five finishes in two other events in her session. She was also named a three-time All-American—a first in DU gymnastics history.
Published on Feb. 14, 2008
Better Learning Through Gaming
In Scott Leutenegger's classes, students use a cross-disciplinary approach to designing video games, mixing science with the arts, business and creative thinking. The approach often results in video games that encourage learning and motivate students to explore their classroom subjects.
Published on Feb. 14, 2008
DU's Dr. Love
DU's professors are dedicated to research that improves our society. Howard Markman, a psychology professor and co-director of the Center for Marital and Family Studies, is internationally known for his research on one of American society’s greatest issues—divorce.
Published on Feb. 4, 2008
Innovations in Animal Law
At DU's Sturm College of Law, you'll find teachers who'll push you to new frontiers. Jennifer Thomaidis is one of the earliest legal innovators in the area of animal law.
Published on Feb. 4, 2008
Boom Times for Women in Information Technology
By 2014, the field of information technology is expected to grow by more than one million jobs. DU's Women’s College stands ready to help women take full advantage of this exploding career opportunity with the Information Technology Studies program.
Published on Jan. 28, 2008
Study Abroad After Work
University College offers 10-day study abroad programs for working professionals in its Bachelor of Arts Completion Program. It’s one of the only degree completion programs in the country of offer international learning opportunities.
Published on Jan. 28, 2008