The changes to the FAFSA form were made to help students through what used to be a very tedious and time-consuming process to complete, which we discuss on this episode of Community College of Denver’s CityHawk Podtalk.

Community College of Denver (CCD) and Rose Community Foundation are pleased to announce we have awarded $50,000 to aid 33 students with housing assistance.

As a Hispanic-serving institution, CCD values diversity, equity, and inclusion. Dream.US is a program designed to support undocumented students who lack the necessary resources to pursue a college degree.

This fall, the CCD Foundation awarded a total of 235 scholarships, amounting to an impressive $270,000. The Foundation also welcomed several newly named scholarship donors, expanding the pool of resources available to support aspiring scholars.

Have you ever wondered what a doctor’s appointment on campus is like? There's no need to wonder because we’re going to walk you through it. The Health Center at Auraria (HCA), located in the center of campus in the Plaza building, is highly professional and a convenient way to see a doctor for an array of needs.

With the upcoming launch of the 2024-2025 FAFSA application, the financial aid process is about to become simpler and more accessible for students nationwide.

Colorado Community College System (CCCS) and Coppin State University (CSU), a federally recognized Historically Black College and University (HBCU), signed a partnership agreement at CCD promising Colorado students support and effortless transfer of credits.

At the beginning of October, the Auraria Campus implemented a Secured Building Access Initiative. Let’s go on an adventure around campus to pinpoint the locations of the ID badge scanners to help for a smooth transition to the campus’ new “normal.”

During the months of July and August, Community College of Denver (CCD) and The College Tour, an Amazon Prime Video series hosted by Alex Boylan, collaborated to film a handful of exemplary students on both the Auraria and Lowry Campus.

In a letter addressed to the CityHawk community on Monday, October 2, 2023, President DeSanctis shared her support for Denver City Council's historical action to recognize October as Domestic Violence Awareness and Prevention Month.

Governor Polis made a visit to Community College of Denver (CCD) on Thursday, Sept. 7, 2023, for a roundtable discussion with Care Forward Colorado, Career Advance Colorado, and ACE scholarship recipients, along with other students.

Community College of Denver has little “chill zones” all over the Auraria Campus, with the newest one being Equity Cove. Let’s dive deeper into the thought process behind the space and how it came to be.

When Alex and CCD President Dr. Marie DeSanctis met, their energy and excitement were immediately recognizable! In this video, they sit down for coffee to discuss Dr. D’s background and all that CCD offers.

The point of this oddly specific observance day is to expose plants to a new environment, one they might not experience otherwise, as it is specific to houseplants. For this off-beat holiday, we decided to take an Aloe plant for a nice stroll around the Auraria campus.

As the President of Community College of Denver (CCD), I want to reiterate our unwavering commitment to open access for all individuals seeking a quality education, regardless of their background, status, or circumstances.

The CityHawk community proudly represented CCD during Denver's Pride Parade.

There’s no better way to celebrate National Mascot Day (June 17) than soaring around with Swoop in their natural habitat, also known as the Auraria Campus.

Community College of Denver (CCD) sits on the Auraria Campus in Downtown Denver across from Ball Arena, the infamous stadium/venue known for basketball games and concerts.

Maritza Medina, who graduated earlier this month, was featured in an article by Rocky Mountain PBS about her academic journey.

On Thursday May 11, 2023, over 200 CCD graduates walked across the stage, quite literally taking the next step in their career and/or higher education journey.

Kyaw Klay comes from the Karen people. Rich in culture, history, and traditions, he opens up and gives us some insight to a group of people that are widely unknown.

In recognition of Mathematics Awareness Month, we asked CCD Professor Rachel Sefton’s Pre-Calculus class the following question: What is one thing in everyday life that people wouldn’t automatically think, “This is a complicated math equation?”

In honor of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, we are shedding light on the matter with campus resources, events, and other avenues to seek help. Community College of Denver, the Auraria Campus, and the city of Denver have people and resources to help students whenever they’re ready.

Mary Elitch Long and her first husband, John Elitch, Jr., opened Elitch Gardens. Soon after, she became a widow who decided to run the original Elitch Gardens for years.

CCD architecural students are engaged in a first-of-its-kind historic preservation project on one of the oldest houses in the 9th Street Historic Park.