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Working at DU
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This page explains the work culture and environment of DU
Including:
The Culture at DU
Community and Learning
DU students
Liberal arts/professional programs
Undergraduate/Graduate programs
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The Culture at DU |
Every workplace has its own "culture" - beliefs, traditions, values, and ways to "get things done." At DU, there are many things that contribute to the University culture, including the events that bring us together as the University community
The first common vision that brings us together at DU is our focus on our students. Bringing excellence to our students' experience is a primary goal of all University employees. This applies in the classroom, of course, but also in all the other areas where students receive support - from advising, registration, and financial services to support services both within departmental offices and by those departments that support the people and functions that directly affect the DU student experience.
Another theme of the work environment at DU is decentralization. Different departments, academic Divisions, and Colleges each have their own specific culture that is demonstrated through internal standards, recognition, events, dress code, and interpersonal relationships. These may be written down, but are more likely "understood" without being written down and are not generally formally communicated.
Innovation and responsibility go hand in hand with decentralization. Without layers of bureaucracy governing each action, program or initiative, units within the University can be more responsive, innovative and nimble in addressing student, program and employee needs and interests. Along with this ability comes responsibility for actions and outcomes. Working together with knowledgeable colleagues and coworkers - both within your department and in other areas of the University - will help ensure success.
Our common vision and goals are the "glue" that hold our community of many cultures together. The University Planning Advisory Council has recently drafted a statement of DU's strategic vision, mission, values, and eleven goals that will guide the University in making that vision real. The University Board of Trustees approved this document in June 2001. Our challenge is now to make the vision real, finding ways to link individual Division and departmental goals to the larger University vision, mission, and goals.
For more information on the culture at DU, click on:
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Community and Learning |
The DU community is actually a collection of communities. People gather by geographic location, by academic discipline and function, and to solve problems and share ideas.
Look within your own area first for learning opportunities: staff meetings, conversations with coworkers over coffee (or at the photocopier!). The more you know about the department you work in - its people, its programs, its culture - the more effective you'll be. You'll feel more "at home" too!
There are many events beyond the boundaries of the office or academic department. We encourage you to become a part of these events as your interests and time permit. Below are just a few of these University-wide events.
Come join us!
Fall
Convocation
The Chancellor's BBQ |
Spring
Easter Egg Hunt
Volunteer Day
Commencement |
Winter
Winter Holiday Party
Founder's Day Gala and Celebration |
Summer
Employee Appreciation Day and Lunch |
Fall, Winter, Spring Quarters
Provost Luncheon lecture series |
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Training and Development
DU Frontiers
(a seminar series on high education practices)
include:
"Ideas at Work" (the DU Reading Group)
Peer Mentoring
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DU Students |
By the numbers
The University of Denver is about people working together to provide education of the highest quality. There are close to 4,800 DU employees, including approximately 530 appointed faculty and 1,370 appointed staff, supporting about 10,000 students.
The University also employs people on a part-time, temporary basis. These may be adjunct faculty, student employees, graduate assistants, or temporary staff.
University of Denver students come from 50 states and more than 100 countries. Enrollment is approximately 3,700 undergraduates, 5,200 graduates, 590 certificate, and 650 pre-collegiate students. Student to faculty ratio is 14:1.
Where are they from?
49% out-of-state
43% Colorado
8% international
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Student Government |
AUSA |
The All Undergraduate Student Association (AUSA) is comprised of every undergraduate student at the University of Denver. The AUSA Senate is comprised of representatives that are elected each Spring. Their responsibility is to act as a voice for the undergraduate student body through the legislative process, communication with administration, and understanding of the issues facing the undergraduate population. |
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GSAC |
All graduate students in the arts and sciences are automatically a member of the Graduate Student Association Council (GSAC), which has a voice at all board of trustee meetings and is active in University governance. |
Student Involvement Center |
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Located in the third floor of the Driscoll University Center, the Student Involvement Center (SIC) is the hub of campus life, student programming, and student organizations on campus. SIC provides space and resources to student groups. It also houses a wide variety of organizations and services to help students find a niche within the University community that fits their interests and aptitudes. |
Student Organizations |
DUPB |
One of the most active organizations, The DU Programs Board (DUPB), is an internally elected group of students that are divided into six committees and an executive board. These committees are in charge of searching for fun, exciting and diverse events to be held on campus. The six committees, Films, Concerts, Homecoming, Special and Cultural Events, Winter Carnival, and Speakers, are scheduling events year round. |
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Other |
Students can also participate in nearly 80 other student organizations, including those related to the environment, nontraditional students, multicultural interests, community service, and other special interests. |
Student Media |
The Clarion, the student-run weekly newspaper, has been the Pioneer voice for 101 years. The Kynewisbok, published each spring, is the student-produced yearbook. The Department of English sponsors Foothills, the undergraduate literary journal published once a year. |
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KYDU is the University of Denver's Internet radio station. The station is student-run and was launched on February 15th, 2001.
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Liberal Arts and Professional Programs |
The Liberal Arts and Sciences are the traditional basis for higher education. Courses foster creative thinking and critical reasoning while introducing students to a broad range of knowledge and experience.
Arts and Humanities
• Art and Art History
• Asian Studies
• Cultural and Critical Studies
• Digital Media Studies
• English
• History
• Judaic Studies
• Languages and Literatures
• Music
• Philosophy
• Religious Studies
• Theatre |
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Social Sciences
• Anthropology
• Communication
• Human Communication
• Mass Communication
• Journalism Studies
• Economics
• Political Science
• Psychology
• Public Affairs
• Sociology |
Professional programs are aimed at providing professional skills and they include:
• Accountancy
• Hotel, Restaurant, and Tourism Management
• Law
• Management
• Finance
• Information Technology and Electronic Commerce
• Marketing
• Real Estate and Construction Management
• International Studies
• Social Work
• Professional Psychology |
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Undergraduate and Graduate Programs
Undergraduate |
Student Orientation and Registration (SOAR)
SOAR assists students in making the best possible start to their experience at the University. Academic achievement and personal development is promoted by preparing students for the challenges and experiences that lie ahead. Through workshops, small group meetings, computer classes, presentations, and discussion sessions, they learn important information regarding the University and register for fall classes.
Special Programs for Undergraduate Students
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Graduate Programs - Academic and Professional |
For more than 100 years, the University has offered distinguished graduate programming in academic and professional fields. In fact, more than 60 percent of DU's student population is composed of students pursuing post-baccalaureate education including in
- Masters and doctoral programs in the traditional arts, sciences, mathematics, and engineering
- Advanced programs in law, business, professional psychology, education, international studies, and social work
- Nontraditional Masters and certificate programs at DU's University College
Selected interdisciplinary programs include
Master of Arts Degree in Digital Media Studies (DMS)
Master of Arts Degree in Public Policy (MPP)
Master of Arts Degree in Conflict Resolution (MCM)
Click here for a comprehensive list of Graduate Programs
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