On the last Thursday of April, more than 100 attendees came out to the CU Denver Business School’s Jake Jabs Event Center for the 24th annual THE CLIMB | Startup Pitch Competition. The evening event featured live pitch presentations from six CU Denver student teams, a distinguished panel of judges, and a gathering of Denver’s top business leaders, seasoned entrepreneurs, and most promising innovators.  Read more

College affordability may not be a buzzword phrase anymore, but the staggering gap between students and the cost of college is still on the rise. In 2023, 92% of students were worried they wouldn’t be able to pay for another semester of school. A study by the National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators found that nearly half of the 2,000 colleges examined were only affordable for students coming from families with an annual income of over $160,000.  Read more

Outstanding Undergraduate Awardees Isaac Stone, ‘24  BSBA Accounting & Information Systems  Born and raised in Kailua Kona, Hawaii, Isaac’s journey has been defined by service, resilience, and a drive for excellence. After graduating from Kealakehe High School in 2008, he enlisted in the Marine Corps, serving multiple tours in Afghanistan before transitioning to the Army in 2013.  Read more

Education is not one-size-fits-all. Technological advances, pressure from the pandemic, and shifting cultural views toward schooling have opened the door for more people to attend college in a way that works for them. These “non-traditional” students often have unique experiences that shape their educational journeys. As a wife, mother of three, and industrial entrepreneur, Carly Nevious broke the mold.  Read more

Women face workplace challenges not faced by their male counterparts. Inadequate support systems, social constraints, and underrepresentation in key fields are only some hurdles women in business must overcome. To support the diverse future of business, the CU Denver Business School offers an Empowering Women in Business course, which couples instruction with mentorship to empower the next generation of business leaders.  Read more

Congratulations on completing another semester Lynx! College comes with a slew of challenges, and the CU Denver Business School prides itself on having students who step up to face these challenges. Business School students forge their own path through hard work and determination and find empowerment along the journey. As the semester finishes, the Business School is honored to recognize the hard work of four graduates who received the title of “Outstanding Graduate” and three seniors who are honored for their work with the First Generation and Multicultural (FaM) program.  Read more

Colleges are a bastion of creativity, innovation, and education, and those who choose to attend have their horizons expanded and forge connections that jumpstart careers. However, the rising cost of college is a roadblock for many who want to pursue higher education. CU Denver Business School is so grateful to the many individuals and companies who donate. These donations become scholarships, which help many students overcome financial roadblocks and ensure their access to education.  Read more