Stuck on campus with time to kill? DU's got you covered, with a variety of cultural and athletic events to take your entertainment levels from zero to hero without stepping off the grounds. Whether it's discovering new art pieces, diving into the history of anthropology, cheering on your favorite sports team, or catching a theatrical production, the options seem endless, according to DU.
Art lovers will rejoice knowing they can get their fix without braving the cold, thanks to the Vicki Myhren Gallery, described as the visual arts hub at DU with its continual rotation of exhibitions from students and professionals alike, and their doors swing open Tuesday to Sunday. The Davis Gallery, nestled within the Myhren, is a student-controlled space fostering community-based artistry, while the off-campus Madden Museum of Art houses masterful works donated by John W. Madden, Jr., both locations fostering an appreciation for a variety of artistic expressions, truly, and for those feeling scholarly, the University Libraries' exhibitions could spice up your routine with eclectic displays stretched out across the Anderson Academic Commons' floors, as detailed by DU.
If history and culture are more your scene, the Museum of Anthropology stands ready with over 100,000 artifacts awaiting your curiosity, while DU's very own libraries hold the keys to the Special Collections and Archives, a treasure trove of unique documentation including the Dance Archive and material on Rocky Mountain Jewish History, although making an appointment is a bit of a smart move given the majority of these jewels are kept off-site.
Not to be sidelined, DU's athletic prowess shines with 17 NCAA teams that go head-to-head across the seasons; their sports events, often free save for hockey, offer students a chance to rally behind their Pioneer peers; it's a simple click away to snag those tickets, and if performing arts drum up more excitement than a scoreboard, DU Theatre stages productions that embrace the talents of both students and visiting professionals while students, faculty, and visiting artists at Lamont School of Music hit the high notes with over 300 concerts per year set within the Newman Center's acoustic glory. Mark your calendars for the Newman Center Presents series too, a stage playing host to a rotating cast of talent from across the globe.
