Taking Full Advantage of Professional Development: CPT, OPT & STEM-OPT

CU Denver’s International Students in Thriving Business Economy

“One of the best things is that Denver has a very strong job market; the city and state have a lot of work opportunities for international graduates who are on OPT and … Read More

Transition Into New Year & New English Learning Environment

CU Denver’s ESL Academy Supports Students’ Success

“Moving into the heart of the CU Denver and into the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences? We love it!” exclaimed ESL Academy student Abdulraham Morelli. Morelli, whose home country is Syria, enthusiastically … Read More

Denver Mayor Hosts Inaugural Event to Welcome International Students

“The Denver Mayor’s Welcome to International Students was a one-of-a-kind experience for me,” said Anshu, a student from India who is earning her master’s in urban design at the University of Colorado Denver. “I shared my experience of the event … Read More

“USA Open for Business & Welcomes International Students”

US State Department Official In Conversation at CU Denver

“The United States is open for business and we still welcome international visitors and students,” explained Assistant Deputy Secretary for Visa Services Edward J. Ramotowski, Bureau of Consular Affairs, U.S. Department … Read More

Happy Summer Reading! Explore International Perspectives

ESL Academy Student Success Stories

Spring semester is in its final stretch, and summer is almost here. Get ready to enjoy a season filled with longer daylight hours, more time for outdoor recreation, and extra moments for catching up on … Read More

True West Meets True East: CU Denver Dragon Boat Team

Team Invited to Hong Kong for June Competition

Drums are pounding a rhythmic beat, gallons of water are splashing over the sides of the colorful 40-foot long canoe, and the 22 members of the CU Denver Dragon Boat team are … Read More

The Right Degree Program, The Right Environment

Indonesian Engineering Student Meets Educational Goals at CU Denver

Daniel Edgarth
BS, Mechanical Engineering 

Why did you want to enroll in enroll in the University of Colorado Denver and how did you hear about us?

I came to the U.S.A. to broaden my experiences as well as advance my educational goals. I came to Colorado after earning my associate’s degree at Green River Community College in Washington. I didn’t know much about Colorado before coming here; my older brother helped me, he actually earned his degree and is working in Australia. I wanted the option to focus on refrigeration within my mechanical engineering major.
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Quality Research & Presentations in Your Major: All in English

International Students Excel in ESL Academy Level 5

During the last week of September, fourteen international students at the University of Colorado Denver’s ESL Academy presented commendable research presentations on topics ranging from cloud computing to music therapy to causes of oil fluctuation worldwide to solving the effects of acid rain on the environment. The students, who came from diverse global regions, were able to develop presentations specific to their chosen major and gain a deeper look into their career field.
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Practicing English & Good Nutrition

CU Denver ESL Students Interview Local Chefs

Summer days in Denver, Colorado, are filled with blue skies, sunshine, and a rich harvest of fresh vegetables and fruits. This season also provided International students from the University of Colorado Denver’s ESL Academy with valuable opportunities for practicing English language conversations as well as conducting research in a fun environment at Denver’s Civic Center Eats, a biweekly summer lunch event that boasts “the largest gathering of food trucks in Metro Denver.” Read More

Launching a “Great Adventure” : CU Denver | CU Anschutz as Global Crossroads

Inaugural Event Focuses on Global Engagement for Denver Communities

“I think this is a great adventure that we are launching tonight,”

announced Don Elliman, CU Anschutz Chancellor at the inaugural University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus Global Crossroads event, hosted by the Office of International Affairs. The event, which will be hosted yearly, brought together leaders from the Denver business community and Colorado government, members of international organizations, and members of the university to dialogue, network, and enjoy an informative panel discussion surrounding global engagement. The panelists’ topics focused on fostering internationalization and sustainable growth of industry and education sectors in Denver and the growth of Colorado’s economy; updates were also shared about the multi-faceted ways that the University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus, a major public urban research university, plays a strong supporting role. Read More