IMPORTANT: Chemistry Elevator will be Offline during Summer 2024

On behalf of the Office of Institutional Equity and the Disability Resource and Support Center and Facilities Management

To better accommodate for our faculty, staff, students, and community partners, the Chemistry Building elevator will be going through maintenance and an upgrade. We realize some people may have concerns or need accommodations. Please do not hesitate to reach out; we are happy to assist.

If you are a student who is unable to attend classes or would like to request further accommodation, contact the Disability Resource and Support Center in the OSC, Room #201.

If you are an employee who requests further accommodation, contact the Office of Institutional Equity in BCC, Room #107.

The Chemistry elevator is temporarily offline.

This project will run from May 20^th Through Mid-August and is expected to be completed before the start of Fall 2024 semester. The Chemistry elevator will be offline for the duration of the project.

Questions/concerns about the project please contact

Jonni Valdez-Silva at 719-549-2245.

Students Faculty Staff Retirees Community Partners

NEW: Shop the Thunderwolf Market THIS SATURDAY!

On behalf of Student Affairs

Student org booths, the thunder truck, and SO MANY ITEMS! Clothing, bikes, household goods, holiday decor and MORE - shop the collection of items donated by our faculty, staff, and students. Open to the public, cash preferred. Proceeds benefit students with unmet basic needs. Deep discounts and free after 12pm! Want to volunteer before or after you shop? Check out the sign up for a variety of short shifts.

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NEW: CPR Certification

On behalf of HSHM

American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)  

Open to all CSUP students, faculty, and staff 

Choose one time:  

Thursday, August 8, 2024 8:00am-12:00pm 

Monday, August 12, 2024 12:30-4:30pm 

Please sign up for one of these times with the QR code. We will meet in Massari PE 239. Be sure to wear clothing to be active in, bring water, snacks, $20 cash, Zelle, or Venmo. Limit 10 people each session. There will be instruction, videos, practice, and evaluation with practical skills and a written test. Notify kerri.johnson@csupueblo.edu with questions or accommodations.

Faculty Staff 

NEW: Fall 2024 Blackboard Refresher Workshops

On behalf of Educational Technology, Information Technology

Need a Blackboard refresher or want to have some dedicated time and assistance to review courses before the fall semester begins?

Join one of the Blackboard Refresher Workshops to review commonly asked questions and course issues with Ashley and Denise. These workshops will be held in-person in LARC 217 and each session will cover the same information with time for Q&A. To request a virtual meeting component, please email Ashley Minnich before the day of the session. 

Session 1: Monday August 12, 2:00-3:30pm 

Session 2: Thursday August 15, 10:30am-12:00pm 

Students Faculty Staff 

New Student Convocation

On behalf of Student Engagement and Leadership

Alumni Keynote Speaker: Shanna Farmer, CEO of United Way of Pueblo County

New Student Convocation is a special time for CSU Pueblo to gather as a community and celebrate a joyous but also serious start of a new student’s academic journey with faculty and their strongest supporters: their family and friends. It is a time to reflect on the student’s commitment to the university’s traditions and values.

Get your FREE tickets now for the 2024 New Student Convocation! 

-The 2024 New Student Convocation ceremony will take place on Friday, August 16th at 2:30 p.m. in the Massari Arena. Doors open at 1:30 p.m

-Be recognized and introduced to the CSU Pueblo President.

-Be inspired by an incredible Key Note Speaker

-Receive your FREE "Pack On" t-shirt

-Be welcomed by university administrators who will participate in and lead the students through the Academic Pledge and pinning ceremony.

-Learn the CSU-Pueblo Fight Song with your fellow classmates.

-Be welcomed by the CSU-Pueblo Ballet Folklórico, band, cheer and dance team, as well as our live mascots Roch and Wolfie at the ThunderWolf Rally!

-Student Athelets will be recognized!

-All New Students gather at 2:00 pm in front on the main entrance of the Massari Arena

If you are a CSU Pueblo faculty or staff member and have questions, please call the SEAL office at 719.549.2151 or text questions to 719.319.5225 for further assistance.

Questions? Call 719-549-2151, Text (719) 319-5225, email Dr. Lucie at lucie.menjivar@csupueblo.edu or SEAL OSC 102

Students

AUGUST New Student Orientation

On behalf of Student Engagement and Leadership

We highly recommend our August 17 orientation for students residing within a 100-mile radius or farther from the Pueblo, CO area. We strongly encourage all commuter and online students to opt for this date

Welcome to Colorado State University Pueblo!

By attending our Orientation, you will get to meet some classmates and experience all that CSU Pueblo has to offer by attending various sessions that will set you up for success during your exciting new journey here at CSU Pueblo.

Our Orientation programs will provide the same curriculum to new and incoming students. Please choose the day that works best for you! 

Registration Instructions:

- You MUST create an account before you start your reservation using your CSU PUEBLO email.

- You and your Parent, Family Members or Guests MUST CREATE SEPARATE ACCOUNTS and complete each reservation separately. Questions about this? Call (719) 549-2151.

- After you create your account you will be able to reserve your ticket for the orientation program.

- When reserving your ticket be sure to fill out all the information on the right hand side of the screen. This step is very important as it will decide what orientation group you are in based off the information that you provide.

- After reserving your ticket be sure to send your ticket to your email or phone number. You may also print out your tickets at home using the "Print PDF Tickets" option.

Important Information:

- A light complimentary breakfast will be served.

- Meals are included in the cost of the program.

We strive to make our New Student Orientation (NSO) programs here at Colorado State University Pueblo an exceptional and pleasant experience for our incoming students and their guests.

Should you need any assistance reserving your tickets, or have any questions regarding the orientation program please don't hesitate to call the (719) 549-2151 or text questions to (719) 319-5225.

*REMINDER: New Student Orientation In-Person is required.

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Join CSU Pueblo at Pueblo PRIDE Parade & Festival

On behalf of the Center for Student Support & Advocacy

Please join CSU Pueblo students, staff & faculty in supporting our LGBTQIA2s+ community at Pueblo PRIDE. We invite you to join us in marching in the parade, and / or at our booth at the festival. Please sign up on the linked form.

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NEW: 2024 ThunderGals Luncheon

On behalf of Athletics

Please join us for the 2024 ThunderGals Luncheon the event will take place on August 20th, 2024 at 11:30am in the OSC Ballroom. Tickets are $125 this includes lunch, one year of membership, and ThunderGals gear. Or you can just come and join us for lunch for $30. Please visit the website to RSVP for the event. You can also RSVP by completing a payroll deduction form with the CSU Pueblo Foundation. 

If you have any questions please reach out to Jenna McKinley-Fall at jenna.mckinley@csupueblo.edu. 

Students Faculty Staff

NEW: Student Employment and Involvement Fair

On behalf of the Student Engagement and Leadership Office

Join Campus Departments, Student Organizations, Local Community and Business at the 17th Annual Student Employment and Involvement Fair. Opportunity to share information, sell items, &/or recruit employees, interns, volunteers. Please use the link to sign up. 

Faculty Staff

NEW: Policy Approved

On behalf of the Office of the General Counsel

The following policy has been approved:

-Discrimination (including Title IX Sex Discrimination), Protected Class Harassment, and Retaliation (Emergency Interim Policy)  

This policy can be viewed on on the General Counsel website-Policy Library

Students Faculty Staff

Nominate a Distinguished Young Alumni Today!

On behalf of the Alumni Association

Do you know an alumni under 40 doing great things? Nominate them for the 2024 Distinguished Young Alumni Award! The DYA is one of the highest honors bestowed upon an alumna/us, under the age of 40. The award recognizes alumni who have enhanced the reputation of the college through their outstanding professional achievements, personal accomplishments, and/or their loyal service to their alma mater and community. For more information please reach out to Daniel Minich, Director of Alumni Relations and Engagement.

Students Staff 

NEW: Office Assistant Work Study Positions Open

On behalf of Extended Studies

Extended Studies has available work study positions for the Fall 2024 term. Please submit your application online using the provided link.

Students Faculty Staff 

NEW: WANTED- Parade Participants!

On behalf of MCCR

Faculty, Staff, and Students are invited to walk in the upcoming State Fair and Fiesta Day Parade as part of the CSU Pueblo community. Join President Armando Valdez in representing the Pack this year! We are excited to showcase our Marching Band, Cheer & Dance, Athletic Teams, and Ballet Folklorico at these special Pueblo community events.

State Fair Parade: Saturday, August 24

Meet time: 9:00 a.m.

Location: Downtown Pueblo

Fiesta Day Parade: Sunday, September 1

Meet time: 9:00 a.m.

Location: Historic Bessemer

More details coming soon!

Students Faculty Staff Community Partners

Opportunity Now PLANT Grant 1st Fall Seminar

On behalf of the School of Nursing

All graduate nursing students, please join us for our first Opportunity Now PLANT Grant Seminar!

Students Staff

NEW: Break Your Neck: Walk, Run or Roll 5k

On behalf of Athletics

Come join us to celebrate the access/disability community and raise money for spinal cord injury rehabilitation and awareness. Funds raised will go to Craig Hospital in Denver and the CSU Pueblo’s College of Nursing. Details and registration in the link.

Students Faculty Staff Community Partners

Nominate a Changemaker for the CSU Spur Impact(o) Map!ACES Town Hall Meeting

On behalf of CSU Pueblo Advancement/CSU System

Accepting submissions! The CSU Impact(o) Map project and exhibit hosted online and at CSU Spur features stories of global impact across the three CSU System member campuses. We are seeking CSU Pueblo alumni, faculty, and/or staff members to share their stories on their efforts to tackle the major challenges facing our planet, including improving our food, water, health, community, environment, and energy. Complete the intake form to submit your own work or nominate another's to be featured in this exhibit!

Students Faculty

8 Week Course

On behalf of HSHM

EPER 249 Challenge Course Leadership class

On behalf of the School of Health Science and Human Movement

Are you looking for 1 more class? Want to do something fun? Ever wonder what those telephone poles and cables are near the Thunderbowl off of Rawlings Blvd?  

EPER 249 Challenge Course Leadership will be offered here on campus from 8/19-10/13 (8 week course, 2 credit hours) outside at the ropes course learning teambuilding, communication, and group facilitation techniques as well as belay, low and high ropes course elements, and the zip line from 11:00a.m.-12:50 p.m. Tuesday and Thursdays.

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NEW: New GenEd Class on Race, Ethnicity, and American Democracy

On behalf of the Political Science Program

Interested in learning more about the intersection of race, ethnicity, and American democracy? Looking for a GenEd class for Fall semester? This exciting new course introduces students to understanding race as a societal construct and its effect on how we vote, form political opinions, how public policy is made, and how we live. This course incorporates contemporary literature from sociology, political science, public administration, and more! Join us to explore one of the most misunderstood concepts in American society and contemplate how you think about your own racial identity in a safe and welcoming environment.

Tuesday and Thursday, at 11am.  

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NEW: PSYC 486 Botanicals for Mental Health

On behalf of the Psychology Department

Join us this fall as we explore more than 70 botanicals and mushrooms, and their benefits for mental health! Curious about turmeric? Interested in trying some lavender cookies? Wondering why all the rage over reishi? We’ll be covering that! Students will research history, folklore, and geography, the instructor will bring the science, and we’ll merge them together in class. This class will also have a hands-on component, as we learn how to make tea blends, salves, syrups, and extracts. (I’m really excited about the hydrosol!) No prerequisites, this class can stand alone as an elective or meet part of the Nutritional Psychology certificate course requirements. Seating is limited. Hope to see you!  

Students

NEW: Online Hyflex General Education Course (POLS 101)

On behalf of the Political Science Program

The Fall 2024 online section of POLS 101 American National Politics is asynchronous – so it can be made to fit your work week. But its weekly lecture-and-discussion session is also live, so when your schedule allows you can either attend in person or live-stream on Zoom. (Otherwise, just watch the recording.) Enroll is this HYFLEX course to learn all about how America’s government and politics really work. The course analyzes party polarization, congressional gridlock, the Constitution, Supreme Court, civil liberties, civil rights, political economy, public policy, and many other essential topics. Live lectures are Tuesdays at 11:00 – 11:50am. Banner CRN is 81759.

Students Faculty

Cannabinoids as Medicine (428)

On behalf of the Psychology Department

Are you interested in cannabis? Would you like to learn more about the cannabis plant, cannabis pharmacology, the endocannabinoid system, and how cannabinoids are being used as medication for a variety of medical conditions, such as Epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease, Multiple Sclerosis, etc. If so, please consider signing up this fall 2024 for the online course Cannabinoids as Medicine (428), with Dr. Barbara Brett, offered through the Psychology Department. Feel free to contact Dr. Brett at Barbara.brettgreen@csupueblo.edu for more information.

Students Faculty Staff

Missing your Email Digest submission?

On behalf of Marketing, Communications, and Community Relations

Want to share information that would benefit our campus? Have you tried submitting information to the Digest, but haven’t seen it in the emails? We want to make sure your updates are included!

Reminder, submissions are due by noon on Monday.

Submissions will run for 2 weeks from marketing start date. Please submit accordingly.

Flyers must be approved by MCCR using the intake form.