Auraria Higher Education Center

Happy 4th of July! 🎆 Have a safe and happy holiday! Reminder: The Auraria Campus is closed today and Friday for Independence Day and the governor's holiday. Through the closure: -AHEC Facilities will maintain a reduced crew on campus for emergency needs. -The Auraria Campus Police Department will continue normal operations. -All vendors in the Tivoli Student Union except for the Tivoli Brewing Co. will be closed. -The Auraria Library will be closed. -All academic buildings will be accessible by badge access only.

🗞️ The Denver Post and The Denver Gazette have both highlighted the ABOD's approval of the Auraria Campus Framework Plan (previously known as the Master Plan). Delve into their articles to understand the significance of this approval for our campus community. https://lnkd.in/gyqgAuUb https://lnkd.in/gN2m9bjb

🎉 Exciting News! 🎉   The Auraria Campus celebrates the completion and approval of the new Campus Framework Plan! Approved during the Auraria Board of Directors meeting on June 26, 2024, the Framework Plan represents a collaborative effort involving over 80 engagement touchpoints, 30 community meetings, and nearly 560 online survey responses. This inclusive process has ensured that the plan honors Auraria’s rich diversity and history.   This momentous achievement, more than three years in the making, reflects the overwhelming support and engagement from the Displaced Aurarian community and beyond.   “On behalf of the Displaced Aurarians, we want to thank AHEC and the leaders of the three constituent institutions for listening to and ultimately supporting our heartfelt requests. Today, we begin a new chapter in the story of the Auraria campus. The Campus can truly begin to be the urban Campus it was meant to be, and we heard it would be. And so your approval of the resolution for the creation of the historic Community Committee, with significant membership of Displaced Aurarians and community supporters, gives us great hope that the story will become part of the fabric of this Campus,” said Virginia Castro with the Auraria Historic Advisory Council.    "We are deeply grateful for the valuable input from our communities that has allowed us to envision a future Auraria Campus we can all celebrate," said Auraria Campus CEO, Colleen Walker. “The process of developing the framework plan has brought people together to create a vibrant academic neighborhood and cultivate transformational change to serve the campus and the larger Denver community.”   As Tracy Huggins, Chair of the Auraria Board of Directors, said, “It’s exciting to see the Auraria Campus Framework Plan finalized not only for the campus but the entire community. This plan highlights key elements of the Auraria Strategic Plan guiding the next chapters of evolution for Colorado’s largest urban campus.”   A big thank you to everyone who contributed, including the Auraria Higher Education Center, Community College of Denver, University of Colorado Denver, Metropolitan State University of Denver, and the broader Auraria community. Your voices have shaped a bright future for our campus! 

This month at AHEC, we honored our 160 student employees! These hardworking students balance their studies on the Auraria Campus while supporting our various departments. As part of the student appreciation week, AHEC's Employee Recognition Committee acknowledged their efforts with cards and a lunch treat at the Subway in the Tivoli. We want to extend our gratitude for their dedication. Furthermore, we acknowledged the student employees who graduated this year by awarding them AHEC employee graduation cords. Congratulations to our student-employee graduates!

Please join us for this upcoming Auraria Campus Master Plan engagement opportunity. Join us via Zoom here: https://lnkd.in/evbjBsGZ Visit the Master Plan website here: https://lnkd.in/gefS9Qia

RTD is undergoing significant changes that could impact your travel plans. To ensure you are ready, we invite you to attend an informational session with RTD to address any queries you might have. The session will be held virtually. For an overview and the latest updates, please visit RTD's website here: https://lnkd.in/gm68Etts Zoom link to join: https://lnkd.in/evbjBsGZ

Please join us as we shape the future of our beloved campus community. https://lnkd.in/gefS9Qia

As we navigate the development of the Auraria Campus Master Plan, Shaneis Malouff’s reflections as AHEC’s Chief of Staff and MSU alumni shed light on the profound significance of our campus. Her words underscore the vital role Auraria plays in shaping not only individual lives but also the broader landscape of Colorado’s workforce. Join us as we continue to chart a course toward a brighter, more inclusive future for all. Feel free to submit any questions on the Master Plan webpage: https://lnkd.in/gefS9Qia

Our Chief of Staff, Shaneis Malouff MS, CO, shares her unique perspective on the ongoing Auraria Campus Master Plan in this insightful Op-Ed featured in Community College of Denver's CityHawk Talk blog. Learn about our commitment to sustainability, diversity, and community engagement, and discover how YOU can shape the future of our campus. Click the link to read more and join the conversation! https://lnkd.in/dKSkFBm3

Auraria Campus CO Division of Fire Prevention and Control = Community Risk Reduction Day! Highlights? Informative sessions, a live fire demo, hands-on training, and super adorable fire dogs! Stay safe, stay informed! 🔥🚒 #SafetyFirst #CommunityEngagement