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1. Undergraduate Campus Tour

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   1. University Hall

      Formerly called Old Main and now referred to as U Hall, it was the first building constructed on campus. It originally held the entire University, including a gymnasium, offices in the basement and a dormitory on the top floor. Presently, U-Hall houses Undergraduate and International Student Admission, Financial Aid, the Registrar's and Bursar’s offices. Most campus visit programs will start here, in room 110 of University Hall. Feel free to stop by if you have any questions before or after your tour. Mary Reed was our original library and is now home to many of the administrative offices on campus, including the Chancellor’s Office and the Honors Program.

   2. International House

      International students make up nearly 10% of our undergraduate student body. Through the International House, which includes the Office of Intl Education and Intl Student and Scholar Services, international students receive guidance and support, as well as a home away from home during their time on campus. The University of Denver values global perspectives and an international education. The Cherrington Global Scholars program was created to give all students the chance to study abroad at no additional cost. DU has over 100 program sites on six continents, and all junior and senior students are encouraged to take advantage of this extraordinary opportunity. You can study abroad for the same cost as an academic quarter on the DU campus.

   3. Daniels College of Business

      The Daniels College of Business is known for its emphasis on ethics, with highly-ranked undergraduate and graduate programs. Many academic programs integrate collaborative group projects into the curriculum. You may see some of these groups hard at work while walking through the Marcus Commons, or in one of the many study rooms throughout the building. The west side of the building features engravings of a bull and a bear to represent the ebb and flow of the stock market. The Daniels College of Business does have a secondary admission process that you will learn more about as an undergraduate student here at DU. Margery Reed houses many support services for business students, including academic and career advising. DCB and Margery Reed are located near the corner of University and Evans – both streets are home to many off-campus dining options, including the original Chipotle.

   4. Anderson Academic Commons

      The Anderson Academic Commons is the heart and hub of the DU campus. This state-of-the-art building goes beyond a traditional library - it includes spaces for students and faculty to engage in discussion and scholarship, as well as centers for assistance with writing, math and sciences, digital media, technology and research. It also serves as an intellectual meeting space for our 5,000 undergraduate and 6,000 graduate students. DU’s Holocaust Memorial and Social Justice Action Site is also found here. It is a gathering space that inspires the transformation of memory into social consciousness and action, and is an important addition to our campus.

   5. Sturm College of Law

      Further north, you will find our Sturm College of Law, the nation’s first certified “green” law school. Here on campus, we look at everything through the lens of sustainability, from our building construction to the food we serve to alternative transportation options.  Because nearly 50% of the practicing attorneys in the state of CO have graduated from our college of law, students are able to make many valuable internship connections. Students interested in pursuing professional degrees such as law, medicine, dentistry and veterinary science work closely with pre-professional advisors throughout their four-year experience.

   6. Greek Life/Student Organizations

      Outside the classroom, DU students have plenty of opportunities to put ideas and ideals into action through various clubs and organizations. These groups are a great way to meet other students, explore new interests, and get connected on campus. Some of our fraternities are located here along Greek Row, with other Greek houses located just one block east of campus. Approximately 20% of our students are members of Greek life – not an overwhelming majority, but a great group of students to get connected with if you’re interested in philanthropy, leadership, and friendship. There are over 100 clubs and organizations at DU, everything from cultural groups to religious organizations to Undergraduate Student Government to club and intramural sports. Make sure to get involved on campus – many students note their extracurricular involvement as one of the highlights of their DU experience.

   7. Alumni Center

      Your connection to the University of Denver doesn’t end upon graduation. Our alumni live and work in every corner of the globe, and are agents of change in their communities and careers. With over 113,000 living alumni, students have access to mentors and networking opportunities in every sector, not to mention the valuable relationships and partnerships students make while active on campus. Because of their close interaction with faculty members, hand-on experiential learning, and global perspectives, our students are set up for success. Typically, at graduation, our students are employed at nearly twice the rate of the national average, ready to transform their passions into purposeful careers.

   8. Center for Multicultural Excellence

      The Center for Multicultural Excellence fosters an inclusive environment that welcomes, supports and celebrates people from all walks of life. We embed the ideals of inclusive excellence into our campus events, speakers, curriculum, and student organizations to ensure that our students are prepared to be leaders in an increasingly diverse society.

   9. Ritchie Center

      The Ritchie Center is home to DU’s 17 Division 1 sports teams, as well as our club and intramural programs. DU athletes have a long history and tradition of success both on and off the field, and our athletes are truly scholars – DU athletes have won the Director’s Cup for academic excellence many times over. Inside the Ritchie Center, you will find Hamilton Gymnasium, the Joy Burns ice skating rink, El Pomar Natatorium, the Coors Fitness Center and Magness Arena, which hosts our hockey and basketball games. DU’s Health and Counseling Center can also be found here. School spirit is alive and well at DU – most sporting events are free for our students, so come out and support our Pioneers at one of the many events hosted on our campus.

   10. Cable Center/Light Rail

       One of my favorite things about the University of Denver is our location. We have a close-knit campus community with all the amenities of a major metropolitan area, while only being a short drive to some of the best outdoor activities. With over 300 days of sunshine each year, students can take advantage of hiking, biking, skiing, snowboarding, you name it. Each DU student receives an eco-pass, which gives them free access to all public transportation in the city of Denver. DU just happens to have a lightrail stop on the north end of campus. Downtown Denver is only 15 minutes away - it’s a great way to explore the city while staying green! The Cable Center is located directly across from the DU lightrail stop on Buchtel Boulevard. Most Friday@DU visit programs will start here. 

   11. Sturm Hall

       Sturm Hall is home to most of the arts, humanities, social science and language programs on campus. While being a major research university, we have a liberal arts philosophy at our core and work to ensure that all graduates are exceptional writers, have strong quantitative reasoning skills, and are able to excel in a number of fields. The University of Denver Museum of Anthropology can also be found in Sturm Hall. The gallery is free and open to the public, so stop in if you have a few minutes to spare. Directly across from Sturm is Driscoll Green. It’s a popular hangout and study space, and host to many annual events such as Homecoming and May Days. You may even see DUGS, the DU Grilling Society, out on the lawn!

   12. Ruffatto Hall

       Ruffatto Hall opened in 2010, and in keeping with the sustainability goals of the University, is a gold LEED-certified building. In Ruffatto Hall, you will find the Morgridge College of Education, our Disability Services Program and our Learning Effectiveness Program. The College of Education is one of many programs that allows students to participate in a dual degree program where they receive their bachelor’s and master’s degree in just five years. Being in the city of Denver allows our students to connect with many diverse populations, sometimes through the local school system. Disability Services is here to assist students with any accommodations they may need, while our Learning Effectiveness Program is a fee-based program that gives students with documented learning differences access to counselors, tutors and organizational specialists. DU is one of only a handful of colleges and universities around the country to offer this kind of specialized program.

   13. Driscoll Student Center

       Here in the Driscoll Student Center, students come to meet and study. It houses many of the resources our students need during their time on campus, including Academic and Career Advising, the DU Bookstore, Housing and Residential Education and Campus Activities. The Driscoll Bridge is a great place to see what is happening on campus – many of DU’s student groups, clubs and activities come here to get the word out and sign people up for various events. If you aren’t sure about your major interests, or if you’re very sure and would just like to receive further assistance with choosing your classes, you are always welcome to meet with one of our academic advisors. This in addition to meeting with your faculty advisor every quarter before registration. A personalized education is a hallmark of the DU experience – we want to make sure every student is on the right track and able to find support at every turn. You won’t get lost in the crowd.

   14. Joy Burns Center

       The Fritz Knoebel School of Hospitality Management is located in the Joy Burns Center and is part of the Daniels College of Business. The program offers its students fantastic opportunities for valuable industry experience – they are required to complete 1,000 hours in the field to gain a competitive advantage when applying to outstanding flagship companies like the Four Seasons & Ritz-Carlton. The building hosts many DU and community events throughout the year, and students can hang out at Beans, the only student-run coffee shop on campus.

   15. Nagel/Nelson Hall/J-Mac and Centennial/LLC's

       Just south of the Joy Burns Center are Nagel and Nelson Hall, two of the suite-style residence halls for upperclassmen students. Our first-year residence halls - Centennial Halls, Centennial Towers and Johnson-McFarlane – provide great opportunities for our students to get connected, meet people from all around the world, and start their education on the right foot. Within the residence halls, we have several experiential communities that combine academic, social and residential life, allowing our students to get to know those with similar interests from the first day they arrive at DU. We have a variety of dining options across campus, everything from your traditional dining hall to a la carte options, to coffee shops and convenience stores. Believe me, you’ll never go hungry on our campus!

   16. F.W. Olin Hall

       The south side of campus houses most of our science buildings, including Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics and Natural Sciences. Olin Hall is the home base for many of our students taking classes in the life sciences. Our biology and chemistry labs can be found here, as well as the campus greenhouse. Our lab sections are capped at 15-20 participants, and allow students to have a hands-on, personalized learning experience. Students interested in pursuing a pre-med track can take advantage of our Pre-Allied Health Advising Center, where student receive advice about prerequisite courses, research opportunities, and internship experiences that will make them better candidates for competitive employment and grad school placement.

   17. Daniel Felix Ritchie School of Engineering & Computer Science

       Work has begun on the new building for the Daniel Felix Ritchie School of Engineering & Computer Science, as well as the Knoebel Center for Aging. This state-of-the-art structure will serve as a hub for campus and community leaders looking to exchange innovative ideas in science and research.

   18. Newman Center for the Performing Arts

       The Newman Center for the Performing Arts is the largest performance venue on campus. Here you will find the Lamont School of Music, one of the most prestigious music programs in the country.  There are virtual practice rooms, recording studios, a music library, several theatre spaces, a jazz rehearsal space and 80 Steinway pianos! The Hamilton Recital Hall features an impressive 2,848 pipe organ, and is where many senior recitals take place. The Gates Concert Hall is our largest venue, and hosts many amazing student and company performances throughout the year.

   19. Sie International Relations Complex

       Here at the Sie Complex, you will find the Josef Korbel School of International Studies. Condoleezza Rice is one of the most notable graduates of this program, and was mentored by Josef Korbel during her time at DU. In addition to being the namesake for the school, he also mentored two future secretaries of state – his daughter, Madeline Albright, and star pupil Condoleezza Rice. International Studies at DU is one of the top-ranked programs in the world, with access to experienced faculty and numerous global opportunities.