Lynx Life Stories

With guidance from the Office of Undergraduate Research and Creative Activities (URCA), CU Denver students can gain hands-on experience, present at conferences, and build confidence.

College can be overwhelming, and students may struggle with intense emotions. CU Denver Crisis Counselor Amber Johnston explains why self-injury happens and how to heal and find support.

Before apps solved everything, a good pen and box of paperclips could, too. Writing Center Consultant Lyn Poats suggests progress isn’t about leaving paper behind, but remembering how it felt in our hands.

This time of year can feel overwhelming, but you’re not alone. Grad Student Isabella Luna shares tips to help you find balance, build community, and take care of yourself when life feels busy. 

Talking to someone doing what you want to do can make all the difference. The Career Center breaks down how simple, real conversations can lead to clarity, connections, and even job offers.

It’s not just about baths, workouts, or taking breaks. Clinical Counselor Heather Aberle explains the importance of setting boundaries, being kind to yourself, and making choices that align with your values.

Come visit CU Denver’s first Little Free Library at the Writing Center! Take a book to discover new ideas, and leave one to share your voice with the campus community. It’s a small shelf with a big impact.

CU Denver’s month-long October celebration hosted by PALs is here! PAL-O-Ween is packed with events, prizes, and plenty of ways to connect with your campus community. Come join us this fall!