Department Nutrition About the University Established in 1965, Metropolitan State University (MSU Denver) was founded to serve students who were underrepresented in higher education whose life paths a...

The new degree program, Mariachi Performance and Culture, is the first of its kind in Colorado, blending musical performance, cultural studies and business.

Campus voices weigh freedom, responsibility, and harm in creative expression In classrooms, students are not only learning how to make art – they are also learning how to question it. When creative wo...

Una mirada al contexto detrás del conflicto liderado por EE.UU. e Israel contra Irán  Written by Emmanuel Williams and translated by Aron Garcia Estados Unidos mantiene actualmente un enfrentamiento c...

An exploration of identity through a lens of social, political, and cultural systems From April 3 – May 1, MSU Denver’s Center for Visual Art (CVA) presented the BFA Thesis Exhibition. The collection ...

A look at the context behind the U.S. and Israel-led conflict with Iran The United States is currently in a stand-off with Iran over control of the Strait of Hormuz, after the US and Israel began a bo...

Author and activist speaks for indigenous justice and environmental action Nemonte Nenquimo, acclaimed author of “We Will be Jaguars: A Memoir of my People” and indigenous leader from the Waorani Nati...

Beyond the music: Energy, insight, and connection High energy and crowd chants filled the venue as Waka Flocka Flame took the stage at MSU Denver, delivering a performance that had students on their f...

Be prepared to have a jam packed summer – upcoming movies and events to look forward to The Metropolitan will take a brief hiatus from publication during the summer semester. Over the past few months,...

A Denver artist’s next chapter begins To musician Kendra Gallagher, also known as Keddjra, art is never about chasing trends. Instead, it’s about chasing her own creativity.  “I don’t write for other ...

How an MSU alumni has created a business from her love of horror Nestled on Acoma St. in Denver’s Overland neighborhood is a hidden gem created by one of MSU Denver’s own. Horrid is a horror-themed sh...

Catching the launch of Artemis II from Auraria’s Aerospace building On April 1, NASA launched Artemis II, a 10-day mission to slingshot around the moon in a manned ship. The Artemis project is NASA’s ...

Evento temático de Bad Bunny crea conexiones y recauda fondos para el programa de becas Latinx  Written by Lilly Bisset and translated by Aron Garcia El viernes 3 de abril, la comunidad se reunió para...

What the political thriller has to say about community and secrecy under an authoritarian regime A man pulls into a roadside gas station just outside Recife, Brazil, to refuel his car. As he approache...

Bad Bunny-themed event builds connections and raises money for LFSA Scholarship Fund On Friday, April 3, the community gathered to celebrate Latinx culture and raise money for MSU Denver’s Latinx Facu...

College Students feel the strain of costs as it outstrips financial aid College costs across the Auraria Campus continue to rise, putting pressure on students attending Metropolitan State University o...

As Denver transportation systems shifts, students may see raising costs Gizell Garcia Palacio, 22, is a first-generation economics major who commutes from Montebello to the Auraria Campus every day. S...

Estudiantes que se desplazan diariamente se enfrentan mayores gastos mientras el precio del combustible aumenta en medio del conflicto entre Estados Unidos e Irán Written by Kaelyn Diep and translated...

The new film departs from the source material, serving as artwork rather than a narrative Emerald Fennell’s new movie “Wuthering Heights” was released in February this year, boasting a fresh take on a...

Commuter students face rising costs as fuel prices surge amid the U.S.-Iran conflict As gas prices climb across the country, students and faculty at Auraria Campus are facing longer drives and tighter...

Denver protest highlights global fight for women’s rights in Iran Demonstrators in Denver gathered together on Saturday afternoon in front of the Denver state capital building in support of the global...

As new technologies develop, academic institutions weigh opportunities and risks Since its release in October 2025, the artificial intelligence data management tool Frontiers FAIR² has changed how res...

El sentido de pertenencia es importante, especialmente para estudiantes de primera generación Written by Josiah Perez and translated by Aron Garcia Alrededor de 60% de los correcaminos en MSU Denver s...

An informative glance at President Davidson’s Fireside Chat speaker series Students have the opportunity to hear from some of Denver’s top business leaders throughout the school year. MSU Denver Presi...

Belonging matters especially for first-generation students Nearly 60% of Roadrunners at MSU Denver are first-generation college students, highlighting how central this group is to the campus community...

Celebrating the life and history of GITA with the past students of its organization For its grand reopening of its new office and 40th anniversary, the Gender Institute for Teaching and Advocacy welcomed back some of its previous members through the last few decades. These members returned to recount their experiences with GITA, how the organization’s work has aided their current careers, and hopes for the future of the organization. GITA has a long and...

La decisión se produce tras meses de protestas sobre el contrato de la ciudad con la compañía de vigilancia con IA Flock Safety Denver reemplazará las controversiales cámaras de vigilancia con intelig...

Roadrunners fall short during the RMAC tournament Many student-athletes grew up loving a specific sport since they were little. Senior point guard Mikayla Espinoza is no different, as she has since taken basketball to the collegiate level. “I used to live in Hawaii, and my parents pushed me into playing basketball since I was 5 years old, and I’ve grown to love it ever since,” Espinoza said. Since she joined the roster as a freshman...

The decision follows months of protests over the city’s contract with the AI surveillance company Denver is set to replace Flock Safety’s controversial AI surveillance cameras with longtime partner Ax...

Disability rights activist Imani Barbarin speaks on injustice through access, advocacy, and equity On Feb. 25, Auraria Campus held its 34th annual Bridge Speaker event at St. Cajetan’s. Organized by t...

CU’s recent deal with OpenAI and what this could mean for MSU AI has been a controversial topic in education, and many students are concerned about the ethics of implementing AI into educational plans...

A review of the next Andy Weir novel adapted for the screen, “Project Hail Mary”  *MAY CONTAIN SPOILERS* Ultimately uplifting, but far too long, Project Hail Mary is an ambitious adaptation of an awar...

How a queer romance is turning the world of hockey into an inclusive space If you keep up with pop culture, you may be familiar with the 2025 hit TV show, “Heated Rivalry.” The six-episode HBO series ...

It’s no secret that injuries are on the rise across the four major U.S. sports, and experts point to several possibilities Most athletes strive to be the best they can, but there are always hurdles th...

How the board’s departures endorse change and challenge Auraria Campus’ involvement with student advocacy The Student Advocacy Committee to the Auraria Board (SACAB), an student organization that is i...

An exploration of ecology through printmaking MSU’s Center for Visual Arts is working to change the ideas surrounding contemporary printmaking.  Located in the Santa Fe Arts District, the CVA is in th...

Initial plans include upgraded study areas, a relocated food pantry, and modern amenities The Auraria Campus (formerly The Auraria Higher Education Center) held town halls with all three colleges on c...

Good Bones Denver y otros negocios están usando sus plataformas para publicar “J-dete ICE” Written by Lilly Bisset and translated by Aron Garcia Tras la muerte de Renee Nicole Good, residente originar...

Good Bones Denver and other businesses are using their platforms to say ‘F–K ICE’ Following the murder of Renee Nicole Good, a Colorado native who was killed by ICE in Minneapolis, outrage sparked acr...

Cómo los estudiantes pueden permanecer a salvo durante las manifestaciones e involucrarse en el apoyo de sus comunidades Written by Sky Briggs and translated by Aron Garcia Recientemente, han ocurrido...

How students stay safe during ongoing protests and get involved in supporting their communities There have been several recent events that have caused students at MSU to take to the streets to protest...

Mattel released its first autistic Barbie in collaboration with the Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN), a national nonprofit advocacy organization. The doll is part of Mattel’s Fashionistas collect...