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A heartfelt tribute to service: Quilts of Valor presented in ceremony at Regis University

The soft, vibrant folds of a quilt carry more than warmth — they hold gratitude, honor, and a profound recognition of sacrifice.

Regis welcomes Denver high school students to display altars in honor of Día de los Muertos

From food and photos to flags and flowers, the halls of Regis University were filled with remembrances for the dead in honor of Día de los...

Community event unites Regis faculty, staff and students through art

For staff, students and faculty in higher education, the upcoming holiday season can be the most stressful time of year.

Regis counts down to Election Day with visit from Colorado Secretary of State’s Office

With just more than a week to go before Election Day, first-year students at Regis had the chance to take an inside look at voting in Colorado with...

Regis artists explore Chicano heritage, Mexican roots and the 'space between'

At Regis University, Latine, Chicano and Hispanic students and staff have fostered a thriving intersectional community, enriched by events,...

Thesis Manuscripts turned Book Publication: Regis University’s Mile-High MFA in Creative Writing

Regis’ Mile-High MFA is a low-residency program that lets students stay at their jobs and close to their families but pushes them to make...

Regis exhibit chronicles 200 years of American political campaigns

In the world of politics, slogans and campaign messages serve as the lifeblood of presidential elections.

Author Claudia Rankine to visit Regis University to discuss her book Citizen: An American Lyric

Acclaimed author Claudia Rankine will visit Regis University on Nov. 7 and 8 to lead the campus community in discussion about her award-winning...

Regis University Singers preparing to perform at Carnegie Hall this spring

The Regis University Singers are set to perform this spring at Carnegie Hall, putting themselves in the company of renowned artists who have...

Regis celebrates Blue and Gold Weekend

From Iggy BeerFest to Horseshoe Market, Blue and Gold Weekend was a chance to celebrate all levels of the Regis...

Denver, Jefferson County clerks speak with Regis community ahead of election

With fewer than 50 days remaining until the general election, anticipation surged across the Regis campus. On Thursday, Sept. 19, Jefferson County...

The Pomainville Family celebrates the impact of a Regis education with a $300,000 estate gift

Roger Pomainville’s career as an entrepreneur began when he was 10, as a newspaper delivery boy in his hometown of Longmont, Colorado. He...

Regis professor helps students find their calling

For Regis students and community members of all ages, professor Geoffrey Bateman, Ph.D. implores to ask themselves one question: “what do I...

For over two decades, the Notarianni family has supported physical therapy students within the RHCHP

Whenever I speak with individuals or families who choose to make significant financial gifts to Regis University, a common thread often emerges: a...

Regis addresses pressing needs during Academic Excellence Workshop

The Regis University Denver Campus was alive with students, faculty and staff on Aug. 16 — but the semester wouldn’t start for another...

With a six-figure, multi-year grant from The Colorado Trust, Regis University will deepen its service to Spanish-speaking children and families

Last month, Regis University was among 83 entities awarded a multi-year grant from The Colorado Trust, one of the state’s largest foundations...

Regis partners with Consulate General of Mexico in Denver to offer scholarship to students of Mexican origin

When students of Mexican origin or descent begin classes this fall, they could be the first in Regis history to benefit from a scholarship...

From Wall Street to Colorado: Anderson Reports give students unique hands-on experience with financial analysis

When Kurt Gerwitz’s former Anderson College of Business and Computing students interview for jobs in the investment industry, he tells them...

Q and A with M.D. Kinoti about his book, Making Peace with Fire

Professor M.D. Kinoti, Ph.D., recently released Making Peace with Fire: Harnessing Conflict to Transform your Relationships, which explores...

$100,000 grant from BCS Family Foundation ensures more high-impact summers ahead for Porter-Billups Leadership Academy

The Porter-Billups Leadership Academy received a $100,000 grant from BCS Family Foundation which is dedicated to enriching lives through programs...

Photos: Regis hosts AJCU Diversity and Equity Network Conference

Regis University hosted 120 participants from eight Jesuit and nine Colorado colleges and universities in June for the AJCU Diversity and...

Incoming freshman Frances Bell wins Golden Ticket to free tuition

Frances Bell has known that she wanted to attend Regis from the first time she stepped foot on campus. As she enters the University this fall as a...

Provost Jake Bucher reflects on 21st Migrant Trail Walk

During Memorial Day weekend, Provost Jake Bucher and Director of Curriculum and Intercultural Programming for the Center for Service Learning...

With his latest six-figure gift to update the St. John Francis Regis Chapel’s lighting, William Fortune 40-year history of generosity and leadership at Regis continues.

William Fortune is a familiar and regular presence on Regis University’s campus.

Portable coffee company Bring Coffee wins Innovation Challenge

When Michael Griffin travels for work, he often spends his flights invested in a book or work — tasks that make him crave a good cup of coffee.

With a $150,000 matching gift, Don Dillon was the quiet force behind a record-breaking Regis Gives

Every April, the Regis community rallies to support Regis Gives, the University’s largest annual fundraiser.

Photos: Regis celebrates the Class of 2024

Regis celebrated the achievements of more than 1,000 graduates with ceremonies on Saturday and Sunday on the Denver Campus.

Arrupe Jesuit High School seniors take home entrepreneurial prize at Regis

A toy that plays to the remaining senses of blind and deaf dogs came out on top in a competition that showcases the entrepreneurial skills of...

Regis University professor discovers deep-sea eels' strange evolutionary strategy

Despite humanity’s never-ending search for knowledge, only 5 percent of the world’s oceans have been explored. The deepest parts of the...

Students make a splash with a reforestation project in Costa Rica during a whitewater rafting trip

For a group of Regis students, a recent spring break trip was a chance the experience the natural beauty of Costa Rica by whitewater rafting,...

Students honor Nicki Gonzales with second annual Dave Law Award

When Regis students need wise words of advice, many often turn to Nicki Gonzales, Ph.D. Students cherish the words of the Regis Vice Provost for...

The Winding Road of Press Freedom and Democracy

For many citizens of the United States, their rights to the freedom of speech, and more notably the freedom of press, exists without question. The...

As a nurse, alumnus Justin Regan worked with cancer patients. Then, he was diagnosed himself.

Justin Regan thought completing the Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program in the Regis Loretto Heights School of Nursing was going to...

First woman and first Hispanic surgeon general shares history-making moments

During her terms as the 14th U.S. Surgeon General and the New York State Health Commissioner, Dr. Antonia Novello oversaw major moments of public...

Remembering a Joint Legacy of Generosity

The legacy of Suzi Lockard and Ralph Dillon lives on through faculty member Pam Heaberlin and Regis' The Suzi Lockard Memorial Neonatal Nurse...

James Beard Award winner gives Regis a taste of soul food and its history

James Beard Award-winning food writer Adrian Miller gave Regis a taste of soul food — and a healthy serving of history — in an...

With a $100,000 gift, Mary Pacifico-Valley invests in a bright future for Regis leaders

For more than 30 years, Regis University has held a special place in the life of Mary Pacifico-Valley, a Regis donor, volunteer and friend who...

International trade competition showcases Regis students and HSI status

Exporting dairy products from the United States to a trade partner overseas comes with a litany of logistics: What is the best way to handle...

Prof. Gives the Vatican a Lesson in African History, Politics and Spirituality

Professor Ethan Sanders, an expert on Africa, spoke at a Vatican symposium about Julius Nyerere, Tanzania's founder and potential saint,...

Regis partners with Xavier University of Louisiana to prepare students for the business of health care

This spring, a group of business-savvy students in Louisiana will graduate not only with the knowledge and credentials to become pharmacists, but,...

Find Your Bliss Through the College Experience

For high schoolers, pursuing happiness often intersects with college, building the skills, friendships and connections that open doors and foster...

Regis Featured in U.S. News & World Report

Featured in a recent article, the University was noted as exemplifying the characteristics that set Jesuit education apart.

Q and A with Suzanne Holm about her induction into the American Occupational Therapy Association Roster of Fellows

Holm will be inducted into the American Occupational Therapy Association Roster of Fellows on March 23.

Pick up books by Regis faculty

Are you searching for a great read? Look no further. If you’ve been looking for some fun fiction and non-fiction, members of the Regis...

With a seven-figure legacy gift, Ken Boedeker honors a lifelong connection to Regis University

Ken Boedeker never had any doubt about where he would go to college. Growing up in Longmont, Colorado, he was a frequent visitor to Regis’...

Ranger Co-Op offers free food, professional clothing on campus

From snacks to slacks — and many nutritious and fashionable needs in between — the Ranger Co-Op is taking over as the one-stop-shop for...

Tree-farmer, musician and accounting Prof. Don Bush has devoted nearly three decades to Regis students

From the lack of math in accounting to his fondness for The Absent-Minded Professor, Regis accounting Prof. Don Bush is full of surprises

Students gather donations for teen families — and learn about consumer behavior

Would you be more likely to donate to a charity if an authority figure told you to? Or would you feel motivated if your peers donated, too?

Q and A with Kate Partridge about her poetry collection, THINE

English Department Assistant Professor Kate Partridge discusses THINE, which she wrote between 2016 and 2020.

Empowering lives: Physical Therapy alumna shares her Surge Scholar experience

In the realm of physical therapy, the Rizing Tide Foundation’s Surge Scholarship stands as a beacon of recognition, highlighting the...

Regis junior learns from back-to-back Washington, D.C. internships

For many young Americans, working in Washington, D.C. with our political leaders is an ultimate career goal. For Regis University junior Christian...

Students gather in remembrance and solidarity with detained immigrants

Each participant held a paper monarch butterfly in their hands as a speaker read the names of immigrants who have died in detention centers.

Q and A with Alyse Knorr about her latest book, Ardor

English Department Associate Professor Alyse Knorr released her latest book, Ardor.

Regis debate team enjoys a successful season

Meet Bella Willhite and Hans Gebauer, seniors at Regis University, and the team leaders of the Regis debate team. On the weekend of Oct. 7, the duo...

Photos: Northwest Denver Campus hosts Dia de los Muertos events

The campus community joined together to honor Dia de los Muertos.

The Future of Pharmacy Education is Here!

Regis is proud to introduce the 0-5 PharmD Early Assurance Program that takes students from high school senior to doctor in just 5 years, saving...

30-Day Digital Detox Challenge

The Digital Detox Challenge is meant to create healthier tech habits by reducing digital distractions and re-engaging with the real world. Are you...

Photos: Regis celebrates Halloween

The Northwest Denver Campus welcomed the community to campus for Halloween festivities.

Find opportunities to embody the spirit of giving on the Northwest Denver Campus

As the holiday season starts, so too does a season of giving back to others. After all, service starts close to home.

Regis celebrates new occupational therapy space, partnership expansion

Regis University and Creighton University celebrated the expansion of a unique partnership that offers a hybrid Doctor of Occupational Therapy...