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MSU Fundraising Campaign: Roadrunners Rise

Metropolitan State University in Denver

TOGETHER, WE RISE

Help MSU meet its fundraising goal of $100M

Metropolitan State University of Denver (MSU Denver) has announced the public launch of its inaugural fundraising campaign, Roadrunners Rise, aiming to raise $100 million to establish the university as a leader in social mobility.

Initiated in fall 2020, the campaign has already secured nearly $76 million during its silent phase, thanks to significant contributions from donors like Gina and Frank Day, who pledged $10 million to name the MSU Denver Health Institute—the largest philanthropic gift in the university’s history.

The public phase of the campaign will commence with a launch event on February 19, 2025, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Auraria Event Center. Attendees will receive a limited-edition Roadrunners scarf, an MSU Denver camping mug, and the opportunity to purchase an engraved brick to leave a lasting legacy on campus.

The Roadrunners Rise campaign focuses on several key priorities:

  • Facilitating student success: Expanding scholarship programs and support services to ensure all students can achieve their academic goals without financial barriers.
  • Cultivating inclusive excellence: Investing in programs that diversify faculty, provide mentoring, and increase access to learning opportunities for historically marginalized students.
  • Creating classroom to career pathways: Scaling innovative models for industry partnerships and community engagement to enhance students’ career readiness.
  • Addressing Colorado’s talent pipeline: Increasing the number of skilled graduates in high-demand fields by improving learning environments and supporting innovative programs.

As the campaign enters its public phase, MSU Denver invites alumni, faculty, staff, students, and community members to participate in this fundraising initiative. Together, we can ensure that all Roadrunners rise to their fullest potential.

Alpine Bank is a proud supporter of MSU Denver. For more information and to RSVP for the launch event, please visit the Roadrunners Rise Campaign Launch page.

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