At the Daniel Felix Ritchie School of Engineering and Computer Science, our mission is to enhance the quality of life for communities around the world through scientific and technical innovation. When you join us on our campus in the heart of Denver, you're joining a rich culture steeped in tradition as you work to anticipate the needs and improve the lives of future generations.
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At the Ritchie School, we believe the best way for students to learn is through firsthand experience. Research, internships, cooperative education, study abroad opportunities and more offer the opportunity to develop knowledge through transformative personal experience.
We offer students a wide range of support resources. From faculty advisors and teaching assistants prepared to answer questions and provide guidance to a variety of academic and career support services, our students can be confident we're behind them every step of the way.
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Our students participate in a wide variety of clubs and organizations, with opportunities for connection and camaraderie among students with interests ranging from game development to entrepreneurship. For more information on any of our clubs, contact Sabrina DeGroot at sabrina.degroot@du.edu.
Algorithms Club is dedicated to empowering students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in technical interviews and fostering a vibrant community of learners and enthusiasts.
The DU AISES chapter will serve as the only multicultural STEM student organization focused on closing the gaps for American Indian and Indigenous student in STEM fields. This program has an annual conference and has AISES chapters located in over 189 Tribal colleges and universities. AISES will provide peer support, career guidance and opportunities for student such as internships and programming. AISES also provides academic and cultural and social support to students who are involved and interested in STEM across in Indian Country.
DUCS works to build connections between faculty, students, and professionals in the field of Computer Science, as well as foster a passion for, and encourage engagement in the field. DUCS provides academic, professional, and social activities and events relating to Computer Science. Academic events typically will center around sharing information about interesting concepts within Computer Science or teaching various skills relating to Computer Science that may not be taught in the classroom (Introductions to new programming languages, coding bootcamps, etc).
DUDAD focuses on building friendships and connections through adventure and fun, offering campaigns that are suitable for all, from beginner to master of the game. Visit the club's website or learn more on Crimson Connect.
The DU eSports Club strives to create an inclusive environment for students to enjoy and learn about esports and its components such as streaming, tournament planning, and teamwork.
DUGDS strives to bring together students with a love for video-game development. Weekly discussions are held to explore how games make use of various design principles, as well as weekly development meetings in which club members work on creating new games.
The DU Jet Engine Team's goals are to endorse and promote aerospace engineering at DU through a jet engine team, with the goal of creating an initial miniature jet engine and upscaling to better, more efficient engines in the future. Members will learn quick prototyping skills such as CAD and machining, as well as thermodynamic principles outside of the classroom.
IEEE inspires a global community to innovate for a better tomorrow through highly cited publications, conferences, technology standards, and professional and educational activities. IEEE is the trusted “voice” for engineering, computing, and technology information around the globe. The IEEE DU Student Branch is a student led branch of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers. As a professional organization, IEEE focuses on technological advancement, as well as professional networking, supporting its members, and making engineering fun.
NSBE is a national student and professional based organization, with the goal of the developing programs for increasing Black and other ethnic minority involvement in the field of engineering. NSBE@DU aims to increase the number of culturally responsible Black Engineers who excel academically, succeed professionally, and positively impact the community.
SHPE changes lives by empowering the Hispanic community to realize its fullest potential and to impact the world through STEM awareness, access, support, and development. SHPE's vision is a world where Hispanics are highly valued and influenced as the leading innovators, scientists, mathematicians, and engineers.
SWE is an organization devoted empowering women to achieve their full potential in careers as engineers and leaders, expanding the image of the engineering and technology professions as a positive force in improving quality of life, and demonstrating the value of diversity and inclusion.
It is the purpose of Tau Beta Pi to build a community of high achieving individuals in the Daniel Felix Ritchie School of Engineering. This society is composed of the highest achieving students in the Daniel Felix Ritchie School of Engineering whom also exhibit good character. Tau Beta Pi is a way for these people to connect within the University of Denver, and also connect with other high achieving individuals of Tau Beta Pi chapters from other universities.
DU Women in STEM Club's purpose is to help female identifying and non-binary students at the University of Denver feel a sense of community, foster solidarity, work together to help members achieve their goals, and advocate for policies at the University that will lead to the continued success of female identifying and non-binary students in STEM fields at the University and beyond.
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