Student Engagement

One of the things students love most about GSSW is its vibrant, passionate and inquisitive community of scholars. From student organizations to wellness programming, there are many ways to engage with your classmates outside of the classroom. Student Affairs staff also work to enrich your graduate school experience through special programs and an array of supportive services.

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GSSW Student Facebook Group: Students share upcoming events, social work resources and helpful information on the Current Student Facebook page. Because not all students use social media, this is not an official communication platform for the school. It is a place where you can connect online and share information with other current GSSW MSW students.

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Looking for student events? View our events page.

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Denver Campus MSW Program

The Denver Campus hosts a variety of events for students throughout the year, from Welcome Week gatherings to wellness workshops and social and learning opportunities — all aiming to enrich your educational experience and help you connect with your GSSW community. Do you have a program idea or request? Let us know!

The Advocate

The Advocate is a student newsletter for Denver Campus MSW students. It is sent out every Tuesday during the academic year and as needed during the summer. Review it regularly to learn about programming, volunteer opportunities, registrar deadlines and social events! If you'd like to submit something for the advocate, please submit this survey.

Student Organizations

  • Denver Campus Graduate Student Association

    The Denver Campus Graduate Student Association (GSA) contributes to GSSW’s vibrant community by helping to center the student voice in representative school governance. GSA organizes community events; provides professional development opportunities; provides a forum for GSSW students to discuss questions, concerns, or ideas; and shares student feedback with GSSW leadership.

    Contact: DenverCampus.GSA@du.edu

  • ECO Conscious

    ECO Conscious promotes conservation and environmental justice in the GSSW community and beyond by focusing on three critical goals: 1) educating and enlisting the DU community to use Earth's resources responsibly, 2) fostering greater connection with Earth through opportunities to explore and enjoy nature, and 3) advocating for political change for environmental justice through organized action.
    Contact: gssw.ecoconsious@du.edu

  • Queer Equality Alliance

    Queer Equality Alliance is a space for queer folx and allies to sustain community, educate others and advocate for liberation to create a radical sense of belonging and culturally responsive inclusivity at GSSW.
    Contact: GSSWQEA@du.edu

  • Shades of Brown Alliance

    The Shades of Brown Alliance (SOBA) is a student-led organization that offers a gathering place for students of color to commune, support and encourage one another as they navigate being BIPOC at GSSW and DU. SOBA collaborates with other students, student organizations, community members, faculty, alumni and staff at GSSW and the greater DU community to make lasting and necessary changes to build the kind of radical learning environment needed to prepare students for the spaces they will (re-)enter upon graduation.
    Contact: SOBA@du.edu

  • Social Workers for Social Justice

    Social Workers for Social Justice organizes the GSSW community to support and participate in grassroots anti-oppressive community action.
    Contact: swsj@du.edu

Study Spaces in Craig Hall

Looking for a place to study or connect with peers? Utilize the study spaces listed below.

  • Private Flex Spaces (164, 166, 317, 471): Can be reserved using the iPad at the door; check in at the reserved time or the reservation will be released so others can use the space
  • Margaret Page Library and Lobbies: Open spaces on the first and second floors with tables; not private
  • Classrooms (322, 314, 448 and 417): Open to students between classes

Students can also reserve study rooms at Anderson Academic Commons.

Student at the Open House event

MSW@Denver

Students in regalia cheering

Western Colorado

  • Western Colorado Graduate Student Association

    The Western Colorado Graduate Student Association (GSA) contributes to GSSW’s vibrant community by helping to center the student voice in representative school governance. GSA organizes community events; provides a forum for GSSW students to discuss questions, concerns, or ideas; and shares student feedback with GSSW leadership.

Four Corner Students in a field with horses

Four Corners

  • Four Corners Graduate Student Association

    The Four Corners Graduate Student Association (GSA) contributes to GSSW’s vibrant community by helping to center the student voice in representative school governance. GSA organizes community events; provides a forum for GSSW students to discuss questions, concerns, or ideas; and shares student feedback with GSSW leadership.

Student Engagement Workshop Recordings