Student Services

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Academic Success and Advising Center
American Indian Student Services
Asian American Student Services
Black Student Services
Career Center
Community Standards and Wellness
Disability Resources and Services
Diversity Educational Enrichment Program
Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Trans (GLBT) Student Services
Global Education
Hispanic Student Services
Information Technology Services
International Affairs
International Colleges

International Internships and Service Learning
International Student and Scholar Services
Internships and Experiential Learning 
Learning Resource Center
Ombuds Office
Pre-Collegiate and Academic Outreach
Student Activities Office
Student Advocacy Center
Student and Community Counseling Center
Student Government Association
Student Health Insurance
Student Life
Student Newspaper: The Advocate
Study Abroad
Transfer Initiative, Denver
TRIO Programs
Veteran Student Services
Writing Center 

Academic Success and Advising Center

Office: North Classroom, 2024
Telephone: 303-352-3520
Web site: http://www.ucdenver.edu/life/services/asac/advising/Pages/default.aspx

Academic advising is the foundation of a successful college experience and an important component in both choosing a major and career planning. The Academic Success and Advising Center (ASAC) assists students in the development of meaningful educational plans that will be compatible with their aspirations.  This office serves as the first point of contact and provides academic advising for students who are prebusiness, preengineering, nondegree and undecided in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and all freshmen and undecided in the College of Arts & Media.  Students assigned to the ASAC meet with an advisor every semester to plan a schedule, discuss academic support services and assist with referrals to other on-campus resources.  In addition, the center provides general information and resource referrals to all students. 

New student orientation for freshmen/first year students is coordinated through the ASAC. Fall and spring welcomes for transfer, nondegree and graduate students are also coordinated through the center. 

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American Indian Student Services

Office: North Classroom, 2013
Telephone: 303-556-2860
Web site: www.ucdenver.edu/life/services/studentlife/Pages/StudentLife.aspx

The American Indian Student Services program provides access and educational opportunities to American Indian students through specialized recruitment and retention efforts. The program provides academic advising, scholarship information, cultural programs, advocacy, student organization sponsorship and other supportive services tailored to the specific needs of the students. American Indian student services also serves as a resource to the campus, providing current information on issues and concerns of the American Indian community.

Asian American Student Services

Office: North Classroom, 2014
Telephone: 303-556-2578
Web site: www.ucdenver.edu/life/services/studentlife/Pages/StudentLife.aspx

Asian American Student Services serves as a resource to the campus and community.  The office seeks to support student success by providing services in an welcoming environment, which include:

• academic advising
• scholarship information
• cultural programming
• advocacy
• resource information
• student leadership development opportunities

Black Student Services

Office: North Classroom, 2010
Telephone: 303-556-2701
Web site: www.ucdenver.edu/life/services/studentlife/Pages/StudentLife.aspx

The Black Student Services program provides access, educational opportunities and information to students through specialized recruitment and retention efforts. The program provides academic advising, scholarship information, cultural programs, advocacy, student organization sponsorship and other supportive services tailored to the specific needs of the students. Black student services also serves as a resource to the campus, providing current information on issues and concerns affecting the community.

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The Career Center

Office: Tivoli Student Union, 267
Telephone: 303-556-2250
Web site: www.ucdenver.edu/careercenter

The Career Center offers a full array of services that prepare students for the transition from college to career. Students are encouraged to participate in career-related programs and services as early as their freshman year to begin to consider career options and gain the skills and experience necessary to be successful upon graduation.

The Career Center’s brand is Just ASK!  Access-Search-Knock!

• ASSESS: Understand and leverage student’s abilities, skills, personality, values, and interests for an excellent choice of an academic major or to determine a career direction.
• SEARCH: Preparation for job search, including development of career collaterals such as resumes, interviewing and negotiating skills, and developing job search strategies.
• KNOCK: Connects students with employers through services including: online job posting, resume referrals, on-campus interviewing, career fairs, employer presentations, and networking events.

Just ASK! is designed to compliment a student’s educational program and help student’s achieve their career goals.

Community Standards and Wellness

Location: Tivoli Student Union, Suite 259
Telephone: 303-556-2444
Web sites: www.ucdenver.edu/wellness; www.ucdenver.edu/standards; www.ucdenver.edu/housing

The Office of Student Conduct and Community Standards serves as a resource to the entire university community through its efforts to meet the developmental and educational needs of students related to community expectations, civility and respect for self and others.  We function to support community members with conflict management and resolution and by responding to inappropriate and threatening behaviors.  We provide student-centered educational services, which promote personal development and individual responsibility. We strive to create a dynamic, open and just environment where civility, cultural competence and learning are expected and celebrated.

Overall Office Goals

• To develop, disseminate, interpret campus policies and procedures related to community standards and expectations
• Protect the rights of students in the administration of the student conduct program
• Respond to student behavioral concerns in a fair, reasonable and efficient manner
• To promote a campus environment that encourages dialogue, mutual respect and cultural sensitivity
• Initiate and encourage educational activities that serve to reduce violation of campus regulations and increase the health and wellness of the campus community
• To foster collaborative partnership that allow for a holistic approach to supporting and developing healthy, engaged and productive students and citizens

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Disability Resources and Services Office                   

Location: North Classroom, 2514
Telephone: 303-556-3450
TTY: 303-556-4766
E-mail: DisabilityResources@ucdenver.edu

The Office of Disability Resources and Services (DRS) is committed to providing equal opportunities and fostering the personal growth and development of students with disabilities. The DRS staff strive to meet the needs of a large and diverse community of students with disabilities. We are available to provide assistance and to arrange for reasonable accommodations that will address specific educational needs.

Accommodations may include but are not limited to the following:

• priority registration for classes
• assistance in identifying volunteer notetakers
• alternative testing (private room, additional time, reader/scribe)
• alternate textbook formats (scanned, enlarged print, Braille)
• interpreter services or captioning services

Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Trans (GLBT) Student Services at Auraria

Office: Tivoli Student Union, 213
Telephone: 303-556-6333
Web site: www.glbtss.org

Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender Student Services is open to all Auraria Campus students as a resource for exploring sexual orientation or gender identity issues. This program offers a variety of support, education and advocacy services for the entire campus community:

• support for those who may have questions about their own sexual orientation/gender identity or that of a friend or family member
• advocacy for students experiencing discrimination or harassment based on a real or perceived GLBT identity
• speakers for events, workshops and classes on various aspects of sexual orientation and gender identity
• programs and workshops about working with the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender communities
  
• resource library of 500 books and 90 videos (documentary and cinema) available for research and leisure, as well as a multitude of free literature regarding other organizations and services throughout Denver and Colorado that provide outreach, services and advocacy
• programs such as Speakers Bureau and other forums providing information and dialogue about GLBT issues

The GLBT Student Services office is staffed by a director with the support of student employees and volunteers. Input and involvement from the entire campus community are welcomed.

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Global Education, Study Abroad

Director: John Sunnygard
Telephone: +1-303-315-2230
Web site: ucdenver.edu/academics/InternationalPrograms/OIA/StudyAbroad/Pages/StudyAbroad_GlobalEducation.aspx

Global Education is the university’s central office that supports all students seeking to internationalize their education and gain professional preparation to more effectively serve and compete in a global world. The office advises and prepares students, faculty and staff to safely navigate the full range of global academic and learning opportunities. Global Education has a network of study abroad programs, international internship, volunteer and service learning opportunities in more than 80 countries. Graduate, professional and undergraduate students from both campuses also conduct international research also benefit from Global Education’s support services. Study abroad programs are offered in a variety of terms, costs and disciplines to suit the full spectrum of UC Denver students. Students may choose to immerse themselves in a more traditional academic year or semester program abroad; or to conduct research on field studies sites. Many students chose to study with UC Denver faculty on one of the many affordable, focused travel-study programs over winter break, Maymester or summer. The International College Beijing semester program is of particular interest to communication and economics students. While many students study abroad to learn or perfect language skills, most students participate in English-taught programs in non-English and English-speaking countries. Either UC Denver or transfer credit may be earned on approved programs abroad, giving students the opportunity to fulfill degree requirements while living, learning and growing in another culture. Considerable effort is made to keep global educational opportunities affordable for all UC Denver students. Additionally, scholarships and financial aid may be available depending upon the program and location.  Information and advice on scholarships such as Fulbright, NSEP, Gilman and others is also available. For the most current information on programs, policies and the benefits of global education, please visit the Global Education Web site at ucdenver.edu/academics/InternationalPrograms/OIA/StudyAbroad/Pages/StudyAbroad_GlobalEducation.aspx.

Hispanic Student Services

Office: North Classroom, 2012
Telephone: 303-556-6209

The Hispanic Student Services program provides access and educational opportunities to Hispanic students through specialized recruitment and retention efforts. The program provides academic advising, scholarship information, cultural programs, advocacy, student organization sponsorship and other supportive services tailored to the specific needs of the students. Hispanic student services also serves as a resource to the campus, providing current information on issues and concerns of the Hispanic community.

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Information Technology Services

Office: Lawrence Street Center, 1350
Telephone: 303-724-4357
Web site: http://ucdenver.edu/admin/its/

Information Technology Services (IT Services) provides central support of the telecommunications, computing and network infrastructure for the Denver Campus and the Anschutz Medical Campus. IT Services also provides computing resources such as computer accounts, e-mail, file storage, server hosting, Internet, Internet2 and National Lambda Rail. 

The IT Services Help Desk is a single point-of-contact for reporting computer-related problems or requesting services. Faculty and staff are encouraged to contact the Help Desk for general questions about computing at UC Denver.

IT Services also provides student computing services to currently enrolled students within the computer labs located in the North Classroom 1206, St. Cajetans 101 and the Tivoli 241. The computer labs have Macintosh and Windows-based computers with Internet access available for student use on a first-come first-served basis.

For more information, call the IT Services Help Desk at 303-724-HELP.

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International Affairs

Assistant Vice Chancellor: Carolyn North
Courier Address:International Affairs,  1380 Lawrence Street, 9^th floor, Denver, CO 80204-2029, USA
Mailing Address: International Affairs, Campus Box 185, P.O. Box 173364, Denver, CO 80217-3364, USA
Telephone: +1-303-315-2230
Fax: +1-303-315-2246

The Office of International Affairs (OIA) serves the university by providing administrative support, expert advice, technical services, educational programs and related services that contribute to the strategic international goals of UC Denver. The Office of International Affairs addresses international policy issues, has oversight of international risk management protocols, serves as a resource for best practices in the internationalization of higher education, maintains central data bases pertaining to international activities of the university, advises on the development of international affiliations and agreements, assists departments/programs and schools/colleges with the development of comprehensive international strategic planning and seeks to promote and support initiatives that advance international research, education and global cooperation.

OIA serves as a resource for faculty seeking international research opportunities, provides a comprehensive list of international scholarship/fellowship information and serves as the institutional liaison for the CIES Fulbright Scholars Program. OIA provides visa and orientation services to international students and scholars, provides expertise in the development and maintenance of undergraduate, graduate and professional global education, assists with brokering and designing bilateral international educational programs and offers comprehensive international recruitment and admissions services.

The four divisions of OIA include International Admissions , International Student and Scholar Services, Global Education and International Colleges.

Graduate Student and Faculty Fulbright Information

OIA maintains listings of opportunities and other information on various scholarships and fellowships for study and research abroad, including Fulbright graduate student and faculty visiting lectureships at foreign universities.

Community Outreach Services

During the year, OIA sponsors periodic guest lectures and special seminars focused on topics of current international interest. Many of these activities are open to the public as well as the UC Denver community. OIA is also an active participant in a number of Denver community international programs and events. For more information about these and other programs, contact OIA at 303-315-2230.

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International Colleges

Telephone: +1-303-315-2240

The International Colleges Unit in the Office of International Affairs is designed to assist UC Denver schools/colleges, departments and faculty design and implement unique educational partnerships abroad. We have the expertise to assist with both educational and financial modeling, program marketing and in-country support of students and faculty.

International College at Beijing

Currently the International Colleges Unit supports an International College in Beijing, China, in partnership with the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. This program is maintained by a formal agreement between the University of Colorado Denver and China Agricultural University. The International College at Beijing (ICB) provides a rich, cultural learning experience in an English-speaking environment for Chinese students and UC Denver faculty. 

The ICB mission is to educate and empower future leaders of China. This mission is accomplished by promoting knowledge and understanding of human culture and its diversity, teaching essential global work force skills such as English language, critical thinking, communication and decision making and enhancing student’s capacity to make informed and responsible choices.

ICB offers a carefully designed program leading to a baccalaureate degree from UC Denver in either economics or communication. The courses cover the same subject matter as the courses taught on the UC Denver Denver Campus. In addition, ICB students have the option to study at UC Denver for one to two years. This unique degree program was accredited by the North Central Association (NCA) of the United States in fall 1995.

International Student and Scholar Services

Director: Laura Welch
Telephone: +1-303-315-2230

The International Student Services unit provides a variety of services and programs to international students with a special emphasis on F-1 and J-1 students. The unit provides check-in sessions, orientations, work clinics and immigration advising, and we often partner with other UC Denver departments to offer programs and events to our international student population. For more information related to immigration matters, programs and advising services for international students, please visit our Web site at www.ucdenver.edu/international. 

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Internships & Experiential Learning

Director: Lissa Gallagher
Office: Tivoli Student Union, 260
Telephone: 303-556-6656
Web site: http://www.ucdenver.edu/life/services/ExperientialLearning

Live your learning at UC Denver! Students have many opportunities to explore academic fields through direct experience including internships, service in the community, undergraduate research and international experiences. Link your studies to the real world and put your knowledge into practice. You will develop new skills, grow personally and professionally and enrich your academic experience. 

INTERNSHIPS AND COOPERATIVE EDUCATION

Hundreds of UC Denver students engage in degree-related work experiences with corporations, government and nonprofit agencies in the Denver-metro area and around the world. Students can earn academic credit, pay or both while gaining relevant experience related to their career interests.

SERVICE LEARNING

Students gain a better understanding of community issues, develop practical skills and make a difference in the world around them when they engage in service activities. From the first-year experience course to senior capstone classes, faculty weave service projects into their courses, giving students a wider view of the world. Many volunteer opportunities are also available through the center. Students can also earn AmeriCorps education awards for service.

UNDERGRADUATE  RESEARCH

Whether assisting faculty with research or pursuing their own research under faculty supervision, UC Denver students can experience what it means to be involved in the creation of knowledge. Students may apply for research grants through the Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP) and showcase their research projects at the annual Research and Creative Activities Symposium.

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Learning Resource Center

Office: North Classroom, 2006
Telephone: 303-556-2802

The Learning Resource Center is designed to promote student success in the academic setting. Available to undergraduate and graduate students, services include:

• individual and open lab (group) tutoring
• study skills courses 
• study strategies seminars
• a resource library 
• supplemental instruction (SI) for courses in physics, chemistry and biology
• ESL (English as a second language) support through workshops, conversation and pronunciation groups

Ombuds Office

Office: CU-Denver Building, 107P
Telephone: 303-556-4493
E-mail: Mary.ChavezRudolph@ucdenver.edu
Web site: www.ucdenver.edu/about/departments/OmbudsOffice/Pages/OmbudsOffice.aspx/

The Ombuds Office is a designated neutral and independent resource available to all members of the university community to provide informal and confidential assistance in resolving conflicts, complaints and disputes. An ombuds person does not advocate for any party but is an advocate for fair process.

The ombuds person can provide information about policies, procedures, practices or decisions at UC Denver and can assist individuals and groups in resolving their concerns by listening; probing for understanding; and helping to understand options. The ombuds person will make referrals as necessary and can serve as an informal mediator or shuttle diplomat.

The Ombuds Office works toward positive change within the university, serving as a consultant in the preparation and review of policies and procedures and assisting in the solution of problems. While keeping names and cases confidential, the ombuds person reports trends and pervasive problems to the appropriate resolution channels.

The Ombuds Office can also assist with large group issues by providing group facilitation, conflict management training and personality profile assessments. In addition, the office has a lending library comprised of books and videos available for check-out.

Due to its informal, confidential and independent role outside the administrative structure of the university, notice to the ombuds about a problem does not result in the generation of records, nor does it constitute legal notice to the university about the existence of a problem. For those interested in making official complaints to the university about a problem, the Ombuds Office can assist by making appropriate referrals.

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Center for Pre-Collegiate and Academic Outreach Programs

Office: Administration Building, 360
Telephone: 303-556-2322
E-mail: pcdp@ucdenver.edu
Web site: www.ucdenver.edu/academics/degrees/pre-collegiate/Pages/default.aspx

The programs offered by the Center for Pre-Collegiate and Academic Outreach Center serve to motivate middle- and high-school students to pursue post-secondary education and provide them the academic skills necessary to be successful in their college endeavors.

Pre-Collegiate Development High School Program

The Pre-Collegiate Development High School Program is a systemwide, institutionally funded academic enhancement program for high school students. The primary focus of the program is to prepare youth (grades 9–12) who are first-generation and from an underrepresented group in higher education to successfully complete high school on a timely basis and possess the necessary skills to successfully enter and graduate from their choice post-secondary institution. During the academic year, students will take part in relevant Saturday Academies in basic study skills, interpersonal skills development and college entrance exam preparation designed to acclimate them to the university and prepare them for college study. In addition, students are provided with either a two-week (sophomores) or five-week (juniors) intense summer academic program. During this experience, students are exposed to various academic courses, which are designed to enhance and augment their college entry requirements (e.g., mathematics, sciences, writing and seminar) once they return to their host high school for either their junior or senior year. For further information you may contact us at 303-556-2322.

Pre-Collegiate Middle School Academic Program

The Pre-Collegiate Middle School Academic Program is an academic enhancement program. The program is designed to adequately prepare potential first-generation college students in grades seven to eight to successfully complete their pre-secondary school career, enroll in a college preparatory high school curriculum and ultimately enroll to their choice college/university with the necessary skills and academic preparation to succeed at and graduate from that institution. The Pre-Collegiate Middle School Academic Program serves as a precursor to the Pre-Collegiate Development High School Program. Students who successfully complete the Pre-Collegiate Middle School Academic Program with a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or better will then be admitted to the Pre-Collegiate Development Program at the end of their 8th grade year.

During the academic year, the students are provided relevant Saturday Academies in areas such as basic study skills, academic skills enhancement, leadership and interpersonal skills development. Parents of the participating students will also be offered relevant workshops during the Saturday Academy sessions, which include effective parenting strategies, as well as strategies on how to prepare financially for their student’s college education. Tutoring services will also be provided on an ongoing basis during the academic year at their middle school. The academic year Saturday Academies are designed to augment middle school curriculums (e.g., mathematics, writing, sciences, computer skills, etc.) and enhance parenting skills and strategies designed to more fully support their student.  For further information you may contact the program coordinator, Junior Reina, at 303-556-2322.

Upward Bound Program Power-Up Project

The Upward Bound program, a federally funded TRIO program, is an educational pre-collegiate program for selected students from Sheridan and Jefferson High Schools. Upward Bound’s mission is to prepare and help motivate students with potential for success in postsecondary education. Participants are selected based on their academic performance, motivation for success, recommendations from teachers and counselors and additional criteria.

Upward Bound aims to provide program participants with the necessary skills needed to successfully graduate from high school and complete a four-year college degree. Students participate in after-school and weekend programs that include supplemental education, academic themed workshops, field trips and college campus tours. Every student also participates in a six-week summer program designed to prepare them for their high school classes and the college application process. Additionally, all students participate in a shadowing program with current college students and working professionals in the Denver metro area. The program is 100 percent funded by the U.S. Department of Education.

CU Succeed

The CU Succeed program enables juniors and seniors to earn fully transferable college credit while still in high school. There are two programs for students to choose from: CU Succeed Gold and CU Succeed Silver.

CU Succeed Gold: Courses are taught during regular school periods by specially qualified high school teachers who hold honorarium faculty appointments at UC Denver.

CU Succeed Silver: Courses may be taught during school periods and after school hours and are taught by UC Denver full-time or part-time faculty.

Courses taken through the CU Succeed programs are eligible for transfer to University of Colorado campuses, as well as to many other universities and colleges. More information about the CU Succeed programs is available at ucdenver.edu/academics/continuing-education/CUSucceed/Pages/default.aspx.

Scholars Program

The Scholars Program is an early college enrollment program for college-bound, high-achieving students who are potential first-generation who are current graduating high school seniors. The program allows students to begin their college studies by taking one course on the University of Colorado Denver Downtown Campus during the fall and spring semester of their senior year. The credit earned in the course can be applied toward a bachelor’s degree at UC Denver or at another institution.

Prior to and during their fall and spring enrollment, scholars engage in orientation, admissions and financial aid seminars and other workshops, along with their parents, designed to acclimate them to the university and prepare them for full-time college study. Assistance with course selection, educational planning and tutoring is provided.

Who may participate in the program? Students who are potential first-generation college students, and/or underrepresented in higher education may apply to the program. Applicants must be current juniors who are graduating from their respective high schools at the end of the following spring semester.

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• A minimum GPA of 3.0 at the time of application
• Completion of at least two years of math (two years of algebra or one year of algebra and one year of geometry) with an average grade of B or better
• Completion of two years of English (one year must be composition) with an average grade of B or better
• A commitment to participate in all of the program’s orientations and workshops prior to and during enrollment

NOTE: Interested students are cautioned that college work requires considerable time and discipline. Therefore, only students who have completed the majority of their high school requirements, who do not work after school and who are not heavily involved in extra-curricular activities are encouraged to apply. Since UC Denver courses are available throughout the day and into the early evening, students will have many options in choosing a course that best fits their schedule.

What are the student’s responsibilities?

The UC Denver Scholars Program is committed to providing students with every opportunity to enhance their academic skills and to succeed in the college courses they take at UC Denver. However, students will gain the most benefit from their experience at UC Denver if they commit themselves to the goals of the program and actively participate in its activities. Therefore students will be expected to:

• Commit themselves to actively participating in the program for the semester
• Attend their college class faithfully, completing assignments and participating fully (tutors or teaching assistants will be made available)
• Attend all tutorial sessions as required by instructors and staff

The program involves a serious commitment by students because college is a serious commitment. If a student earns a failing or a low grade in a college class, a prospective college or university may be reluctant to grant admission to that student. Students who are already involved in extra-curricular activities should apply to the program only if they are sure that these activities will not interfere with their full participation in the program.

How much does the program cost?

UC Denver covers most of the direct educational expenses, which includes tuition and matriculation fees. Students will be responsible for the following:

• Books (ranging from $50 - $100)
• A student identification card ($10), available in the Tivoli Student Union upon acceptance into the program
• Parking ($3.75 to $10 per day)

NOTE: Students must arrange their own transportation to and from the Auraria Campus. Those who choose to drive may park in the student lots for an hourly or daily fee.

How do students apply?

Application to the UC Denver Scholars Program must be made through a high school counselor. Applicants should ensure that their counselor submits the following materials/credentials to the Scholars Program.  

• A University of Colorado Denver nondegree application form; Non-USA citizens must attach photocopy of VISA or permanent resident card
• A completed application packet, including student general information form, counselor recommendation form and two teacher recommendation forms
• An unofficial copy of the student’s high school transcript

Students should be advised that no application will be considered if it is incomplete. 

Completed applications should be turned in to your high school college counselor. For additional information contact:

Abenicio D. Rael, Assistant Director
University of Colorado Denver Scholars Programs
Campus Box 147
P.O. Box 173364
Administration Bldg., Suite #360
Denver, CO 80217-3364
303-556-2322
abenicio.rael@ucdenver.edu

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Student Activities Office

Office: Tivoli Student Union, 303
Telephone: 303-556-3399
Web site:www.ucdenver.edu/events

The Office of Student Activities offers a comprehensive student activities program that helps bring about a positive college experience for every student. Our goal is to integrate what students learn from the full range of their experiences and to engage them in active learning both inside and outside the classroom. We are committed to bringing new and exciting activities, events and workshops that provide innovative opportunities for student learning, especially in the areas of self-knowledge,  leadership, diversity, communication, service, civic engagement and social responsibility. Through participation in co-curricular activities, we help students enhance interpersonal, leadership and critical thinking skills and help prepare them for active citizenship beyond college. 

Student Advocacy Center

Office: North Classroom, 2012
Telephone: 303-556-2546

The Student Advocacy Center provides support services to UC Denver students, particularly during their first year on campus. Services are designed to help students make a smooth transition to life at UC Denver and to succeed in their college studies. Professional staff and student peer advocates provide information about campus resources and assist students with class scheduling, academic policies and procedures and problem solving. The center also houses an extensive scholarship library.

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Student and Community Counseling Center

Director: Dr. Patricia Larsen
Office: North Classroom, 4036
Telephone: 303-556-4372
Web site: www.ucdenver.edu/counselingcenter

The Student and Community Counseling Center provides 10 counseling sessions per fiscal year at no charge to students attending the Denver Campus. We serve individuals, couples, families and groups for mental health concerns including but not limited to:

• stress management
• substance abuse
• relationships
• depression
• anxiety
• crisis intervention
• learning disabilities and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder testing

If appropriate, we refer students to additional on-campus and/or community resources. Also, by request, staff provide consultations, lectures and workshops to student, faculty and staff groups on mental health topics, diversity, center services and organizational and student development.

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Student Government Association

Office: Tivoli Student Union, 301
Telephone: 303-556-2510
Web site: www.ucdenver.edu/sga

The Student Government Association serves as a voice for students. Similar to the structure of the U.S. government, SGA has executive, legislative and judicial branches. Executives are elected each year in the spring. SGA assists students with information concerning student clubs and organizations, campus events, issues concerning student status and other information of general interest to students. SGA also provides students assistance with grievances and the opportunity to become more closely involved with the university community through active participation in student government itself or through service on university, tri-institutional and Auraria committees.

Student Health Insurance Office

Office: Tivoli Student Union, 303
Telephone: 303-556-3399
Web site: www.ucdenver.edu/studenthealthinsurance

The Student Health Insurance Office strongly encourages all students to have adequate health insurance coverage. The university health plan is designed to coordinate services with the Health Center at Auraria to provide quality health care at the lowest possible cost. For domestic students, the university health plan is voluntary. International students with F-1 and J-1 student visas are required to carry the health insurance plan provided by the university.

Student Life

Office: Tivoli Student Union, 303
Telephone: 303-556-3399
Web site: www.ucdenver.edu/studentlife

It is the mission of the Office of Student life to complement the academic programs of study at UC Denver and enhance the overall educational experience of students through the development of, exposure to and participation in social, cultural, intellectual, recreational, leadership and governance programs. The Office of Student Life is the advising, coordinating, resource and general information center for student organizations, the academic honor societies student government and the student newspaper.

The office is responsible for the administration of the student fee budget and monitors all student fee expenditures to assure compliance with UC Denver and state of Colorado regulations and procedures. The director of student life represents the assistant vice chancellor for university life on selected UC Denver, tri-institutional and Auraria committees and maintains effective lines of communication with Metropolitan State College of Denver, Community College of Denver and Auraria Higher Education Center.

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Student Newspaper: The Advocate

Office: Tivoli Student Union, 345
Telephone: 303-556-2535
Web site: www.ucdadvocate.com

The purpose of the The Advocate is to provide students with information about campus issues and events. The newspaper strives to include good investigative reporting, feature articles and items of general interest to its campus readership. In addition, the newspaper is a tool to encourage and develop writers, journalists, artists and other student members of its general management and production staff. 

Transfer Initiative, Denver

Office: 1027 Ninth Street Park
Telephone: 303-352-3309

The Denver Transfer Initiative (DTI) is a cooperative project between the Community College of Denver (CCD) and the University of Colorado Denver (UC Denver) aimed at increasing the graduation rate and completion of bachelor’s degrees for traditionally underserved populations, specifically first-generation, low-income and Hispanic. The project is designed to provide assistance and support to students throughout their course work and educational careers. Students attend their first two years at Community College of Denver then transfer to UC Denver for their last two years of course work.

DTI students receive continuous assistance in the form of:

• support, guidance and advocacy
• financial aid and scholarship application assistance
• two-year to four-year transfer degree planning
• career assessment, exploration and counseling
• peer mentoring and tutoring services
• connection to campus and community resources
• attendance to informational workshops
• the opportunity to attend student events andmulticultural activities

DTI is a Title V grant project funded by the Department of Education’s Developing Hispanic-Serving Institutions Program, which helps eligible institutions of higher education enhance and expand their capacity to serve Hispanic and low-income students by providing funds to improve and strengthen the academic quality, institutional stability, management and fiscal capabilities of eligible institutions (www.ed.gov/programs/idueshsi/index.html).

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TRIO Program:Student Support Services

Office: North Classroom, 2506
Telephone: 303-556-3420

TRIO/Student Support Services is a federally funded by the Department of Education. The program for first-generation, low-income, and disabled students provide services which include:

• academic support
• preparation for graduate school
• career planning, workshops  
• scholarship information 
• tutoring
• book scholarships
• peer mentoring

Veteran Student Services

Office: CU-Denver Building, 107A/B
Telephone: 303-556-2630, 303-556-2745
E-mail: vaoffice@ucdenver.edu
Web site: http://ucdenver.edu/life/services/Veteran

The University of Colorado Denver Office of Veteran Student Services (OVSS) has been charged with representing veteran and veteran-dependent students on campus and in the Denver metropolitan area. Our mission is to improve and enrich the educational experience of our servicemen, servicewomen and their dependents through advocacy, as well as appropriate and responsive services.

The Office of Veterans Student Services is the initial contact point for eligible veterans and dependent students wishing to seek a postsecondary education or UC Denver students who wish to utilize Veterans Administration educational benefits. This office services include:

• assistance in filling out VA paperwork
• assistnace in solving problems associated with the receipt of VA-related educational benefits
• maintaining proper certification for eligible students to ensure that each student meets Veterans Administration requirements for attendance, course load and content, and other regulations necessary to receive educational benefits payments
• providing VA vocational rehabilitation referrals,
• serving as a campus resource
• providing information on VA tutorial assistance 
• offering  VA work/study positions for qualified veterans.

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Writing Center

Director: Justin J. Bain
Office: North Classroom, 4014
Telephone: 303-556-4845
Web site: clas.ucdenver.edu/writing/

The UC Denver Writing Center equips our community of writers (students, staff, faculty, alumni) with the necessary skills of composition to expand their academic opportunities and further their careers. We view writing as a process and all texts as works in progress. We build confident and accomplished writers through the development of strong cognitive and writing abilities. Our mission is to empower writers through collaborative work.

Services include one-on-one and small-group writing consultations in areas such as:

• Generating, organizing and developing ideas
• Establishing effective proofreading skills
• Analysis, synthesis and argument
• Summary, paraphrase and documentation
• Error pattern analysis
• Information literacy and research strategies

Computers are provided for writers’ use, and online consultations are available. All consultations are by appointment; to schedule an appointment, please visit our Web site.

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