Example staff members in various work scenarios on the university

Faces of

CU Anschutz

Share your story.

Celebrate our community.

Inspire your colleagues.

Example staff members in various work scenarios on the university

Celebrating all that's special at CU Anschutz, featuring YOU!

Staff Council is creating a short video that highlights the things that make working at CU Anschutz special, and we want you to be part of it.

This project gives staff an opportunity to share with one another what it's like to work for different CU Anschutz departments. Whether you work on the Aurora campus, at a satellite CU Anschutz location, or are fully remote, we want to hear from you.

How to Participate

1. Choose a Prompt

  • CU Anschutz is special because...
  • CU Anschutz motivates me to...
  • One thing everyone should know about the people of CU Anschutz is...
icon of speech bubbles

2. Choose a Format

video, camera, and quotation mark iconsNo need for high production quality. We love genuine, candid responses, so simply answer the question and let your personality shine through.

 

3. Submit & Enter to Win

Every submission receives an entry into the Staff Council gift basket drawing. Submissions are accepted through December 31st, 2026.

basket with CU Anschutz branded items

 

Ashley holding up a sign that says

Need a Hand Getting Started? Bring Your Smile, We'll Handle the Rest!

Come visit us at an upcoming CU Anschutz Staff Council event!

We'll bring the whiteboards and prompts. You bring your inspiring answer and biggest smile.

Need Some Inspiration?

Video Example

  • Use your phone or laptop camera.
  • Simple is perfect.
  • Keep it short and to the point.
  • Authentic, candid moments are encouraged.
  • No scripts or polishing needed.

CU Anschutz motivates me to...

Photo Example

  • A simple, everyday photo is perfect.
  • Show yourself, your workspace, or something that reflects what you do.
  • Authentic, candid moments help tell your story best.

CU Anschutz is special because...

An office door has handmade stanchions and a light up sign that reads,

"How my coworkers decorated my office door to celebrate my 10 year work milestone."

 


Text Example

  • Share a short quote or brief written response.
  • A sentence or two is all you need.
  • Write in your own words. We want to hear your authentic voice.

One thing everyone should know about the people of CU Anschutz is...

a speech bubble that says people here really care. There's a lot for hard work happening behind the scenes every day to make sure things get done and done right


Two golden baskets containing CU Anschutz branded teddy bear, badge holder, koozie, phone wallet, track pants and a mug.

More About The Gift Baskets

All staff members who submit content will be entered into a drawing to win one of two gift baskets from the staff council.

  1. One basket for an on-campus staff member
  2. One basket for a CU Anschutz staff member at a satellite location

Each basket contains a CU Anschutz branded:

  • Super soft and cuddly teddy bear
  • Pair of Champion-branded grey sweatpants
  • Badge clip (with stretchy string)
  • Phone wallet
  • Koozie
  • Ceramic mug with lid

All students, staff, and faculty are encouraged to participate and may be featured in submissions. Eligibility for gift basket prizes is limited to staff members only. 

 

 

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