Rich culture, historic cities, beautiful beaches, and educational opportunities. All of this and more await the CU Denver students who travel to Cuba each year. Accompanied by knowledgeable faculty, these students get to explore one of the most vibrant, energetic, and historically fascinating countries in the Western Hemisphere. To snag an insider scoop on what makes this island trip so special, the Business School met with Master of Science in International Business grad Kate Bittner, ‘23, and the trip’s faculty advisor, Dave Ruderman.   Read more

The end of tax season means finances and the economy are on everyone’s mind, but have you ever considered economic inequalities? Currently, women and people of color have less access to the economy. Despite social advances that mean women don’t need to marry, married women are richer than their single counterparts. Many barriers prevent equal access to the economy, and to analyze these barriers, and how to overcome them, Danielle Shoots, ‘08, and Councilwoman Shontel Lewis joined CU Denver’s Empowering Women in Business course to host an open discussion.   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

American football coach Vince Lombardi once said, “Winning isn’t everything. It’s the only thing.” This quote reflects the uber-competitive nature of American culture, where society sets people up to compete with each other. Everyone wants to win or be the best, and many go to great lengths to try to achieve this, but is it healthy? Is being competitive worth it, or do its cons outweigh its pros?  Read more

“Congratulations to all of our graduates, you did it. You’re here because of all your dedication and hard work,” said Mason Kolbe, MS ‘19, in his opening remarks for a celebration of the CU Denver Business School’s Fall 2023 graduates. College is a journey that often imposes challenges, both inside and outside the classroom. The business school prides itself on having students who rise to the occasion, using their dedication and hard work to overcome these challenges and become more empowered as a result.   Read more

On April 27, more than 100 attendees gathered in the CU Denver Business School’s Jake Jabs Event Center for the 22nd year of THE CLIMB | Jake Jabs Startup Pitch Competition. The evening event featured live pitch presentations, a distinguished panel of judges, Jake Jabs returning as the keynote speaker, and networking for Colorado’s entrepreneurial community. As the competition’s grand finale, it celebrated the hard work of student teams from across the state that have been developing and validating their ideas since February.  Read more