Students 

NEW: Student Organization Training

On behalf of Student Engagement and Leadership

Mandatory Training for Student Organizations! This meeting will include Lightning Link & updates. Second session will start 5 - 6 pm in the OSC Great Plains. 

Faculty Staff



AAUP Spring Campaign Meeting

On behalf AAUP

Join the CSU Pueblo chapter of the American Association of University Professors as we kick off our spring campaign for higher wages on Thursday, January 25th from 5-6:30PM in the Great Plains room of the OSC. We will announce preliminary data from our economic survey and other upcoming activities designed to highlight the economic need of everyone who teaches at our university, plus a few other surprises. Everyone who teaches at CSU Pueblo is welcome to attend. Zoom URL available upon request.

Faculty Staff



CTLL Faculty Fellow Emily Mulvihill Presents: Teaching with Unconditional Positive Regard

On behalf the Center for Teaching, Learning, & Leadership

Unconditional positive regard is a social-emotional approach to teaching which allows educators to accept students for what they bring uniquely to each course. This session will discuss unconditional positive regard as an approach to educating the whole student and provide attendees with tools and strategies for implementation for in-person, hybrid or online courses. Discussion and collaboration are highly encouraged for sharing of best practices and immediate implementation in the classroom.

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NEW: G.R.I.T. Workshop: Professional Networking Skills

On behalf of Student Engagement and Leadership

Join us for G.R.I.T. (Groundedness, Resilience, Integrity & Tenacity) Workshop: Professional Networking Skills on Tuesday, January 30, 2024, from 12-1 pm in the OSC Aspen 003 with lunch provided. Guest speaker: Sheila Young, Internship Coordinator.

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Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Training Available in January!

On behalf of the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

The Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) encourages faculty and staff to engage with numerous professional development opportunities, days of awareness, local area events, programming, learning opportunities, and articles this month.

Faculty Staff



Call for Faculty Seed Grant Proposals (FY 2024–2025)

On behalf of the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs & the Faculty Scholarly Activities Board

The Office of Research and Scholarly Activities Board is announcing the call for proposals for the Seed Grant (FY 2024 – 2025). The objectives of the Faculty Seed Grant Program are to provide support to a.) conduct well-defined and purposeful research, scholarly and creative activities that will lead directly to substantive dissemination in the form of peer-reviewed publication or other peer-reviewed intellectual or creative work, b.) encourage applications that have potential for external grant funding, and c.) support research, scholarly, and creative opportunities for CSU Pueblo students with faculty mentors. All tenure-track probationary and tenured academic and administrative Faculty of CSU Pueblo are eligible to apply for funding. A faculty member cannot submit more than one Seed proposal per grant cycle and is eligible to receive a maximum of two consecutive grants. Applications that have the potential for external grant funding are particularly encouraged. All Seed proposals must include funding for at least one registered full-time undergraduate (preferred) or graduate student. The maximum award for a Seed award will not exceed $10,000. Faculty who have never received a Seed grant and/or applications with the potential for external grant funding are strongly encouraged. The proposals will be evaluated by the Scholarly Activity Board (SAB) and will be recommended for funding based on merit only, regardless of college, school, department, or rank. Applications are due by Friday, February 9, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. Additional information can be found in the application attachment or by contacting the Office of Research at csup_orsp@csupueblo.edu

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Threlkeld Prize Application Due February 16, 2024

On behalf of CSU Pueblo Foundation

Please encourage all graduating seniors to apply: The Threlkeld Prize for Excellence is an award that CSU Pueblo bestows upon a top graduate each year. This prestigious student award was created in 1990 to honor the memory of Budge Threlkeld, a well-respected faculty member and beloved member of the Pueblo Community. The selected recipient will receive a monetary award, be recognized at the spring commencement, and will receive the first diploma at commencement.

Eligibility:

Graduating senior (Fall 2023, Spring 2024, or Summer 2024)

Completed at least four semesters at CSU Pueblo Attained a 3.7 GPA (not cumulative, not rounded) for three full-time consecutive semesters prior to nomination

Demonstrated service to CSU Pueblo and the community.

The Application deadline is February 16, 2024, at 11:59 p.m.

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NEW: JCPenney Suit-up Event

On behalf of the Career Center

Come to our suit-up event, deals are up to 50% off on business casual attire at JCPenny. Available to students, staff, and alumni. Don't miss out on this sweet deal.

Please contact the Career Center for more information:

719-549-2980

careercenter@csupueblo.edu

Faculty Staff

NEW: Commencement Shifts for Staff

On behalf of the Commencement Committee

Commencement is an important milestone in our CSU Pueblo students' academic and life journeys. To celebrate this important step, faculty and staff play an important role in the setup, facilitation, and clean up of the commencement ceremony.

The Staff Availability and the Faculty Participation forms are located on the Staff & Faculty Commencement page. 

Full-time staff are expected to complete the availability form by March 1. Assignments will be communicated by end of March. The form allows staff to indicate if they are taking leave, indicate if they are required to work on the Monday following Commencement, request different shifts, and to rank their potential shifts. 

Faculty are asked to indicate if they will walk in the ceremony. 

All faculty and staff who participate will receive a CSU Pueblo shirt. 

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NEW: All Majors 2024 Spring Career Fair

On behalf of the Career Center

Looking for your next career? Students and alumni take this day to explore opportunities with employers within your field of study. It's never too early to network and make connections. We are thrilled to announce the addition of serval new employers to bring more career options.

Please contact the Career Center for more information:

719-549-2980

careercenter@csupueblo.edu

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ThunderWolf Recreation Spring Semester Hours

On behalf of ThunderWolf Recreation

Welcome Back! 

*Monday, January 15 (MLK Day): OPEN 12pm-7pm

Normal SRC operation hours will resume Tuesday, January 16.

Sun: 2PM-7PM

Mon-Thur: 6AM-9PM

Fri: 6AM-7PM

Sat: 9AM-12PM

Visit our website for full hours of operation for lap swim, climbing wall, fitness classes, and Equipment Room hours.

Faculty Staff

Recreation Center Employee Access Incentive

On behalf of ThunderWolf Recreation

To support employees with their overall health and well-being, complimentary employee access will continue this semester to the ThunderWolf Recreation (Rec Center), during all posted operational hours. Employees just need to have their campus ID to access Rec via the front desk. 

The incentive is applicable to all benefit eligible employees, all part-time, temp or volunteer staff may access rec through our monthly option of $32. Household adults are still eligible for membership add in through in-person payments or payroll deduction of the sponsoring employee. 

Questions can be directed to the Rec, preferably via email at: csup_studentrecreation@csupueblo.edu.  

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REMINDER: Visit the PAW Print & Copy Center

On behalf of Auxiliary Services

The PAW Print and Copy Center is dedicated to supporting all the printing and copying needs of CSU Pueblo. We are now the EXCLUSIVE place for you to get all your printing needs. Also, all partnerships with local print shops, such as My Friend the Printer, Schusters, Staples, etc. will need to come through the PAW Print & Copy Center. 

We have set up an printing liaison deal that will get you the best prices and products no matter which route you choose. We are dedicated to providing amazing customer service, wonderful products, and on-brand options. Check out all the offerings below!

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CSUP Sociology/Criminology Courses at Pikes Peak State College

On behalf of Sociology/Criminology/Anthropology

CSU Pueblo at Pikes Peak State College offers a BA or BS in criminology and/or sociology in flexible formats including 3 credit, 8-week semesters and night classes with zoom classroom and in-person options for working adults and military members. 

Spring 2024 A Course Offerings (1/15/24 - 3/08/24)

Criminology and Women Studies 407 Family Violence M 5:30-8:00 

A thorough and critical examination of family violence. Topics include the diverse types of family violence, consequences of family violence, criminal justice responses, trauma and violence, victims’ issues, and preventive measures and strategies for dealing with violence in the family. Although the course focusses on the American family, illustrations from other cultures are provided. 

For more information please contact:

The Sociology, Criminology, and Anthropology Department

CSU Pueblo at Pikes Peak State College

Sarah Messer | sarah.messer@csupueblo.edu

CSU Pueblo Main Campus

Ryan Knabe | ryan.knabe@csupueblo.edu 

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Take a class outside the classroom!

On behalf of the History Department

Looking for a change of pace? Enroll in HIST 491 Pueblo in the Progressive Era (about 1880s-1920s). Class meets Tuesday, 2-4:50 PM at the Pueblo Heritage Museum in downtown Pueblo. THE THEMES: We will consider national and global history from a local perspective with emphasis on urban political reform movements and Beaux Arts architecture. THE WORK: We will help the museum with an exhibit and we will publish our research in an online book.  ADDED BENEFIT: We will take the opportunity to visit museums and archives in Pueblo to explore the differences between Public History and Academic History. THE GOAL Understand how our local community fits into the history of the nation and the world, contribute to our local history, explore primary source resources available locally, and have fun. All students are welcome regardless of major.