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ColorAdo Bike Month
Bike to work day is June 26!
(June 18, 2013) Get out your bike gear next Wednesday for Bike to Work day! DU is hosting a station on the Driscoll Green that will make your ride worth it.
Don't forget, free breakfast for bike commuters every Wednesday in June
(June 18, 2013) Ride over to the south side of Nagel Hall tomorrow from 7:30 to 9 a.m.
University-Wide News
Fraud advisory: Charitable giving guidelines for disaster relief
From Denver District Attorney Mitch Morrissey
(June 18, 2013) The wildfires in Colorado are generating great unease and a desire by many to help those who have been evicted, or have lost their homes. When wildfires swept through Colorado in 2012, online scams began popping up days before the smoke had settled.
Come to the first meetings of the DU Panel on the Future of Higher Education – June 26 and 27, Anderson Academic Commons special event room (290)
(June 18, 2013) The DU Panel on the Future of Higher Education will have its welcome meeting on June 26 from 3-6:30 p.m. You are invited to observe firsthand how the panel will be run over the next several months. The first official meeting is on June 27 from 8 a.m. – noon, where information will be presented to the panel.
DU Hockey Select-A-Seat – June 21, Magness Arena
(June 18, 2013) The annual new season ticket holder Select-A-Seat for DU Hockey is June 21 from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. This is your opportunity to select your exact season ticket seat location for the 2013-2014 DU hockey season.
Academic and Administrative Units
Do you know what to do in a campus emergency?
(June 18, 2013) Their high standards for planning, training, testing and inspection keep us safe on campus all year long. During National Emergency Preparedness Week, here are some tips on what to do in different types of emergencies, how the University plans for emergencies, basic fire safety information and how to sign up for DU's emergency notification system.
Nominate your colleagues for the 2013 Staff Awards
(June 18, 2013) Do you work with someone (or an entire department) who goes above and beyond for the University? It's time to recognize their contributions and excellent work during the 2013 Staff Awards. Nominations must be submitted by June 28.
People News
Retirement celebration for Margret Korzus – June 19, 3-5 p.m.
(June 18, 2013) Join us to honor Margret Korzus, associate dean of admission, in the celebration of her retirement. Please RSVP.
HR News
Date change
Start off right: first day and beyond for student employees is now June 19, 11:30 a.m., University Hall 306
(June 18, 2013) First impressions are everything! Preparing for the first day, week, etc., is important in retaining and engaging student employees. By providing a great start, students are more likely to understand their role and be more engaged.
Wellness
Summer solstice potluck at the Bridge Community Garden – June 21, noon – 1:30 p.m.
(June 18, 2013) Sign up to attend a salad potluck this Friday at the Bridge Community Garden (1800 South High St.). See what's growing in the wellness plot and enjoy a meal with your colleagues. Bring your own utensils, plate and beverage.
Sustainability
It's a drought. Use even less.
(June 18, 2013) DU Facilities is partnering with Denver Water's "Use Even Less" campaign to reduce water usage on campus. Please help in these efforts by limiting your personal water usage and reporting any leaks you may see on campus.
Featured Events
Carillon summer concert series opening concert: Lisa Lonie - June 30, 7 p.m.
(June 18, 2013) Five nationally known carillonneurs – Lisa Lonie, Carol Jickling Lens, Lee Cobb, Jeff Davis and Joey Brink – will perform free summer concerts on the Williams Carillon on DU's campus. Pack your picnic dinner and join us on the Ritchie Center lawn for the first concert by Lisa Lonie, Princeton University carillonneur, on Sunday, June 30 at 7 p.m.