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The Â鶹Éç of Denver has been selected as the only Colorado institution to join the Aspen Institute’s Unlocking Opportunity Network, a national initiative helping community colleges connect students to meaningful careers or smooth transfers. Over the next three years, CCD will strengthen advising, expand access, and align programs with high-demand jobs, furthering its role as a leader in student success and workforce development.

This announcement marks the beginning of a formal 14-day announcement period before any final decision is made, representing a significant milestone not only for Dr. DeSanctis, but for the entire CCD community.

The college's commitment to accessibility extends beyond scheduling, with comprehensive support services including career counseling, tutoring, and financial aid assistance.

Downtown Denver is filled with new energy thanks to the rebranding of 16th Street, formerly known as the 16th Street Mall, near the Â鶹Éç of Denver's (CCD) Auraria Campus.

Dr. Marielena DeSanctis has been selected to join the Colorado Business Roundtable (COBRT) Board of Directors, marking a significant milestone in her distinguished career in education and community leadership. Dr. DeSanctis is among other top professionals in the education, community, government, and business sectors leading the way for better economic opportunities for community members across the state of Colorado.

Â鶹Éç of Denver (CCD) held its Commencement celebration for the graduating class of 2025 on the Auraria Campus on a warm, sunny Thursday on May 15, 2025. CCD had over 450 graduates participate in Commencement and over 3,000 attendees.

The 2025 cohort marks one of the largest in the Foundation’s 25-year history, reinforcing its continued commitment to creating debt-free pathways to higher education for high-achieving students with financial need.

In partnership with Metro State University Denver (MSU Denver), graduates can seamlessly transfer to a top 100 ranked public university to receive their Bachelor of Science in Industrial Design within two additional years. Through an inter-institutional agreement, students in this pathway will take industrial design courses at MSU Denver while maintaining their CCD enrollment status.

The Advising Center is equipped with highly skilled professionals waiting to assist you with choose classes, discover scholarships, and create personalized pathways.

Unbeknownst to many, the career landscape is far more diverse and not simply limited to teaching art in a K-12 classroom – which is certainly a meaningful career for some. However, what if teaching is not for you? Let’s explore what unique career paths are attainable with a degree in Arts Education.