University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus

What are the popular events and traditions at University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus?

CU Denver's recurring events include new-student welcome programming, the CU Denver Block Party, and fall and spring commencement ceremonies. These occasions bring students together in an institution where many otherwise follow different class, work, and commuting schedules.

Welcome events introduce students to campus resources and activities at the start of a term. The Block Party is a downtown campus gathering featuring university and community participation; its format and date can change from year to year. Commencement marks degree completion for graduates and their guests. Students should consult the current events calendar for schedules rather than assume an annual event follows the same format each time.

What are the student housing and dining options at University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus?

CU Denver offers undergraduate housing at its downtown campus, including residence-hall and apartment-style options such as City Heights and Lynx Crossing. Availability is limited, and a housing option being offered does not mean every applicant will receive a space.

Students should compare each property's eligibility, room configuration, contract dates, meal-plan rules, and application deadlines. Dining options serve the Auraria area, but a meal plan may be structured differently from one at a fully residential campus. Many students live elsewhere in the Denver area and commute. CU Anschutz students should not assume that a CU Denver undergraduate residence is designed for their program; graduate and professional students should check campus-specific housing guidance and private rental options before choosing where to live.