COMMUNITY AND CAMPUS CONNECTIONS
There is a lot going on in the community and on campus! Here you will find educational opportunities, community meetings, cultural activities, celebrations, volunteer opportunities, and more. Please enjoy browsing through these current and upcoming resources, events, and opportunities both on and off campus - we hope you find something that aligns with your needs and interests.
| State of Colorado - Free COVID Testing |
The state of Colorado will be offering ongoing COVID testing on Sundays in Denver for the foreseeable future. Please click here for details in English and please click here for details in Spanish. DATES: Sundays starting May 1 TIME: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. LOCATION: Ascension Catholic Parish, 14050 Maxwell Pl., Denver, CO |
| Roshni - Step Into the Light: Celebrating Asian Pacific Islander Month and World Cultures |
"I left my homeland to live free and fearless, but in this new land, I feel lost and alone," croons Rosalie in a soulful voice as she remembers the country and people she left behind. She expresses the feelings many New Americans go through as they try to make a new life for themselves in America. For five years now and ongoing, we at Roshni have worked at the grassroots to give artistic expression to their stories. DATE: Saturday, May 14 TIME: 12 p.m. - 2 p.m. LOCATION: The Vintage Theatre, 1468 Dayton St., Aurora, CO Register here |
| The Black Emotional and Mental Health Collective (BEAM) - Black Healing Remixed: The Summit |
Get your tickets for Black Healing Remixed: The Summit 2022! This year's conference is virtual with an in-person, broadcasted closing event in Los Angeles, CA. Join us and our esteemed guests for a meditation moment, sound bath, a panel on trans masculine folks and mental health, a workshop focused on supporting Black folks living with schizophrenia, and much more! We'll be closing out the conference with a conversation with the incomparable Debbie Allen! Click here for more information and to get your tickets. DATES: Saturday, May 14 - Sunday, May 15 TIME: Varies by day and session, click here for complete details |
| Aurora Housing Authority - Mobile Mammography Clinic |
In partnership with SLC Health, Aurora Housing Authority is hosting a mobile mammography screening clinic in Aurora and Denver this spring. Click here for more information including eligibility requirements.
TIME: 8:30 a.m. - 3:20 p.m.
LOCATION: varies by date (see flyer) |
| Aurora Health Alliance - Behavioral Health Interest Group Meeting |
You are invited to join the Aurora Health Alliance at our next Behavioral Health Interest Group meeting. The topic of our meeting will be "Behavioral Health and Refugees" and we will be learning about the Refugee Wellness Center and the Asian Pacific Development Center. DATE: Thursday, May 19 TIME: 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Register here |
| Arapahoe County - Conversations with Commissioners: Addressing Homelessness |
In May, our Conversations with a Commissioner events return to in-person gatherings! Learn more about our latest efforts to address homelessness and provide feedback to your district commissioner about all County business. Featuring special guest, Kathy Smith, director of Arapahoe County Community Resources. Refreshments will be provided at each event. Click here for complete details.
DATES: Thursday, May 19; and Thursday, May 26
TIME: 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
LOCATION: varies by date, click here for details |
| City of Aurora - High Line Canal Cleanup |
Want to improve the environment while exploring one of the region's important amenities? Join Aurora Water and the High Line Canal Conservancy at this year's High Line Canal Cleanup. The volunteer event involves removing trash and debris from the 11-mile stretch of canal that winds through Aurora. DATE: Saturday, May 21 TIME: 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. LOCATION: Various segments along the canal, click here for specific locations |
| Caring and Sharing Community Center - Youth Fair |
Youth are invited to join us next weekend for a youth fair featuring food, music, prizes, giveaways, resources, and more! Click here for more information and contact Tony at 720-297-1172 with any questions. DATE: Saturday, May 21 TIME: 12 p.m. - 3 p.m. STARTING LOCATION: 1550 Elmira St., Aurora, CO |
| Rotary Club of Five Points RiNo - Poker Pub Crawl Fundraiser |
Join the Rotary Club of Five Points RiNo for our annual Poker Pub Crawl next weekend. Proceeds will benefit Friends of Manual, Manual High School, Rocky Mountain Rotary Youth Leadership Awards, and Welton St. Corridor Pollinator Gardens. We will be visiting five great locations on Welton Street in Denver's historic Five Points - all within two blocks of each other and easily accessible via RTD light rail. Click here for more details and to purchase tickets. DATE: Saturday, May 21 TIME: 2 p.m. - 7 p.m. STARTING LOCATION: Coffee at the Point, 710 E. 26th Ave., Denver, CO |
| Center for African American Health - National Senior Health and Fitness Day Event |
National Senior Health and Fitness Day promotes the importance of regular physical activity and shows what the Center for African American Health is doing to improve the health of older adults in our communities. Click here for more information. DATE: Wednesday, May 25 TIME: 3 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. LOCATION: Center for African American Health, 3350 Hudson St., Denver, CO |
| Aurora History Museum and Historic Sites - Community Grant for History and Cultural Programs |
The Aurora History Museum and Historic Sites is partnering with the city's Office of International and Immigrant Affairs to select three individuals or organizations for grant funding to support development of programs or projects related to Aurora's history and/or cultural diversity. Applicants must currently reside within the city of Aurora boundaries and serve the Aurora community, but do not need to hold a 501(c)3 status or be part of an organization dedicated to history to apply. Click here for more information including how to apply, and reach out to museum@auroragov.org or 303-739-6660 with questions. APPLICATION DEADLINE: Thursday, May 26 |
| City of Aurora - Neighborhood Engagement Survey |
How do you engage with your neighborhood? The city's Housing and Community Services Department wants to learn how residents engage with their neighbors, neighborhood, and the city to best support these efforts with programs that build strong relationships in the community. This community engagement survey is conducted twice a year - in the spring and fall seasons. Click here to take the survey now. |
| The Fax Partnership - Health, Job, and Resource Fairs |
Building upon the successful food and vaccine drives held in 2021, The Fax Partnership will be holding four health, job, and resource fairs. We will continue our partnership with Aurora Interfaith Community Services to distribute fresh produce and other food products. 9Health will be on hand to provide COVID vaccines and other health information to East Colfax residents, while Holy Kicks will be providing free shoes to those who attend the event. Participants will also be able to enjoy a delicious meal from a food truck, thanks to a generous donation from the Kaiser Foundation. Please feel free to invite your family and loved ones to these events to join us and receive great resources and free goodies! TIME: 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. LOCATION: The Fax Partnership, 6740 E. Colfax Ave., Denver, CO |
| Mile High Behavioral Healthcare - Denver Day of Service Opportunities |
The Denver Broncos and Mile High United Way will partner together to host the fourth annual Denver Day of Service - a one-day, multi-project initiative bringing together hundreds of volunteers to impact our community. Dozens of simultaneous service projects, hosted by local non profit organizations, occur across Metro Denver and provide volunteer experiences for individuals and groups. This year, Mile High Behavioral Healthcare (MHBHC) will be hosing three different opportunities to serve:
Click on the links above to learn more and sign up today! DATE: Friday, June 3 TIME & LOCATIONS: Varies by opportunity, see the links above |
| Aurora Cultural Arts District - Colfax Art Jams |
Visit Fletcher Plaza on the first Saturdays of the month in the spring, summer, and fall for a series of free concerts and performances surrounded by true local artisans and makers! Click here to learn more.
DATES: Saturdays, June 4, July 2, August 6, September 3, and October 1
TIME: 12 p.m. - 4 p.m.
LOCATION: Fletcher Plaza, 9800 E. Colfax Ave., Aurora, CO |
| Roshni - The New American Arts Festival Sponsorship Opportunities |
| We are excited to announce
the second edition of the New American Arts Festival this coming fall. It
is a two-week long, free event in Aurora and Denver that celebrates diversity
in performing arts by over 200 artists from underrepresented cultural
groups for an estimated audience of over 2,000 people. We are currently
seeking sponsors for our event and encourage you or your organization to sign
up. By being a sponsor, you will support an artistic movement that
aspires to make the marginalized become mainstream. Click here
for more details. SUBMISSION DEADLINE: Friday, July 1 |
| Colorado Council of Black Nurses, Inc. - Scholarship Application Open |
| Colorado Council of Black Nurses (CCBN) scholarship applications are now open! Scholarships are one way that the CCBN fulfills its mission of increasing college entry and graduation rates among Black and other underrepresented students. All nursing students, nurse pathway students, and high school students interested in nursing are encouraged to apply - just click here to get started. Be sure to spread the word to anyone you know who could benefit from this resource. APPLICATION DEADLINE: Friday, July 1 |
| Aurora Public Schools Foundation - Donation Opportunity |
| In October 2021, the Aurora Public Schools Foundation opened the Educator Emporium in partnership with the APS Professional Learning Department, District Credit Union, and Walmart. The Emporium is open two days each month and offers free school supplies to all APS teachers. If you or your organization are interested in purchasing school supplies or holding a supply drive for the Educator Emporium, we invite you to view our wish list here and purchase supplies. |
| CU Anschutz Ludeman Family Center for Women's Health Research - Let's Talk: Healthy Living Through Evidence-Based Wellness Practices |
Please join us for a Let's Talk celebrating Health and Wellness from some top experts in the field. You will gain important information about taking care of your health which will emphasize how you can adopt healthy behaviors while relieving stress at the same time. You will hear about eating healthier, managing your time based on your priorities, being more active, and how you can use mindfulness to reduce stress. Click here for more information. If you have questions, reach out to ludemancenter@cuanschutz.edu or 303-724-9179. DATE: Tuesday, May 17 TIME: 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Register here |
| CU Anschutz Office of Student Affairs - Basic Life Support Classes |
The Office of Student Affairs offers Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for CU alumni, faculty, staff, students, and unaffiliated community members. This is a four-hour traditional classroom course where BLS is taught and demonstrated. Participants learn to recognize life-threatening emergencies, provide CPR, and use an AED. You don't need to be a healthcare provider to participate. The BLS course provides a two-year certification through the American Heart Association. There are both new certification and renewal certification classes offered. Click here for more information. TIME: 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. LOCATION: CU Anschutz Medical Campus, Education 2 North Building, 13120 E. 19th Ave., Aurora, CO, Room 3108 (3rd floor) |
| CU Anschutz Center for Health, Work, and Environment - The State of Workplace Mental Health 2022 |
The revolution of talking about mental health in the workplace has arrived. Employees are in need and demanding better support including mental health coverage, training and education, and benefits. Access to mental health resources and attitudes about mental health are improving. Companies are recognizing the costs associated with not addressing their employees' mental health concerns. Join Health Links™, along with national and local experts, to learn how to build a workplace culture that supports the mental health of all employees.
DATE: Wednesday, May 18
TIME: 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Register here |
| CU Anschutz Phoenix Center - Law and Medicine Presentation |
The Phoenix Center at CU Anschutz has the pleasure of hosting Lisa Gramer, Special Victims Unit Prosecutor from the 18th Judicial District Attorney's Office next week. Lisa will address court process and procedures, the intricacies of testifying as a medical professional, the importance of documentation, and supporting survivors of interpersonal violence. Click here to view our flyer. DATE: Wednesday, May 18 TIME: 12 p.m. - 1 p.m. LOCATION: Zoom, meeting ID 984 8843 2962 |
| CU Anschutz Black Student Collective - Know Your Rights Training |
The Black Student Collective at CU Anschutz and Policing the Police is hosting a know your rights training brought to you by the Colorado ACLU. We know that an encounter with the police is inevitable and for people of color this can be triggering. We want to equip everyone with the knowledge of their rights and what they can and should do during a police encounter. You are welcome to join in-person (lunch included) or virtually via Zoom. Click here to view our flyer and reach out to Ephi Fisseha at ephrat.fisseha@cuanschutz.edu with questions. DATE: Wednesday, May 18 TIME: 12 p.m. - 1 p.m. Register here |
| CU Anschutz Health and Wellness Center - Culinary Medicine Series |
From our kitchen to yours! Join CU Anschutz Health and Wellness Center registered dieticians each Tuesday in our virtual cooking classes. Our team will guide you through recipe hacks, how to use pantry staples, and the latest nutrition research. TIME: 5 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Register here |
| CU Anschutz Office of Educational Outreach and Pathway Initiatives - Job Opportunity |
The CU Anschutz Office for Educational Outreach and Pathway Initiatives is seeking applicants for our Business Services Professional position. The person in this role will report to the Assistant Vice Chancellor for the Office and will be responsible for a variety of duties, including:
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