Archive for May, 2011

Asian-American groups to showcase talents at annual event

Members of the DU community are invited to celebrate the artistic talents of the Asian-American community at the 4th annual “eXpressions: The Next Generation” event at 7 p.m. on May 11 in Davis Auditorium. The event is intended to provide an outlet for aspiring performers to showcase their talents and […]

Ricks Center celebrates Cinco de Mayo

Students at the University of Denver Ricks Center for Gifted Children celebrated Cinco de Mayo with traditional costumes and dances on May 5, 2011. The Ricks Center enrolls approximately 250 students ranging from ages 3 years old through eighth grade. [tylr-slidr userID=”” groupID=””]http://www.flickr.com/photos/uofdenver/sets/72157626530366837/show/[/tylr-slidr]

Move under way at Penrose Library

DU’s plan to have a whole new look and feel for Penrose Library to support the needs of patrons in the 21st century is under way. In preparation for construction work on the Academic Commons, movers last week transported almost 20,000 linear feet of material to a DU-owned off-site location […]

DU Career Center offers free career and networking event for seniors

As Commencement looms, some DU seniors may be scratching their heads while nervously asking themselves, “Now, what?” DU’s Career Center will help answer that question at an event for seniors at 4 p.m. on May 11 in the Driscoll Gallery. “Graduating, Now What? Employers and Alumni Tell All” will offer […]

Freshman goalkeeper helps lead Pioneers into lacrosse postseason

Freshman goalkeeper helps lead Pioneers into lacrosse postseason

Jamie Faus was a little uncertain whether he would be able to capably step in as starting goalkeeper for the University of Denver men’s lacrosse team. There is little question that the jump from high school to Division I — let alone playing for a program looking to take the […]

Jennie’s Concert to celebrate Joe Docksey

Jennie’s Concert to celebrate Joe Docksey

Students, faculty and alumni from the Lamont School of Music brass department will gather to perform in celebration of Joe Docksey, the director of the school who’s retiring this summer. “Joe is deeply loved by all his students,” says Kathy Brantigan, Lamont tuba instructor. Brantigan says 12 alumni of the […]

Building named for longtime Trustee Joy Burns

Building named for longtime Trustee Joy Burns

Joy Burns, already an iconic name on campus, recently was honored for three decades of service to the University of Denver and the Daniels College of Business when DU officials named the building that houses the Knoebel School of Hospitality Management the Joy Burns Center. Burns and her late husband, […]

DU club baseball to honor fallen student

DU club baseball to honor fallen student

When the University of Denver club baseball team takes the field May 8, one name will be missing from the lineup, but not from the hearts of scores of friends, family and teammates. Joe Lubar—a 21-year-old junior and team leader remembered for his even temperament and quiet leadership—died Feb. 11 […]

Pioneers Top 10 Fashion Essentials

Pioneers Top 10 Fashion Essentials

Women’s fashion essentials 1. A pair of jeans that fits you correctly. It’s hard thing to find, but when you do, buy a couple pairs. Also, you should wear the jeans several times before washing, and turn them inside out while in the washing machine to maintain the coloring. 2. […]

Students build net-zero home for class

Students build net-zero home for class

When he graduates in June, senior real estate and construction management major Alex Hossellman will have some real-world experience on his resume. “I’m going to put down that I was the project manager on the construction of a house for five months,” he says. Hossellman and other students got that […]

This month in history: May

This month in history: May

Colorado Women’s College graduates final class May 1982   For the Colorado Women’s College Class of 1982, the graduation ceremony on May 15 marked the conclusion not only of their undergraduate study but also the end of 94 years of independent operations for their alma mater. Three months earlier, on […]

Professor quickly becoming leading expert on Middle East

Professor quickly becoming leading expert on Middle East

University of Denver Assistant Professor Nader Hashemi jokes that all of four people used to hear his radio program during his stint at a college radio station in Ottawa. But today, Hashemi’s audience extends far beyond his radio days. His growing media presence includes both local news outlets as well […]

Research Updates May 2011

Eli Wald, professor of law, presented “Nationalizing Law Practice and other Contemporary Topics in Legal Ethics” at Rothgerber Johnson & Lyons on May 6. The talk was invited by the Community Association Institute attorneys’ committee for the Colorado chapter. Law Professor Kris Miccio has been appointed to serve on the […]

For the bookshelf: Healing the Highlander

For the bookshelf: Healing the Highlander

Healing the Highlander By Melissa Mayhue Simon & Schuster Adult, 2011   Mayhue’s seventh “Daughters of the Glen” paranormal historical Scottish romance novel matches up time traveler Leah Noble McQuarrie and highland warrior Andrew MacAlister. He longs for a cure to free him from the excruciating pain caused by an […]

Morgridge College hosts educational technology showcase

The Morgridge Family Foundation hosted the Third Annual Share Fair at the University of Denver Morgridge College of Education on April 30. More than 600 educators from across the country showcased cutting-edge technology transforming education in the 21st century. This year’s Share Fair focused on STEM: Science, Technology, Engineering and […]