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Spring 2010 General Information and Welcome Packet
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Spring 2010
General Information
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Welcome Packet
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Frequently Asked Questions in the AMC Student Services Suite 3123 of Ed II North
The Suite Includes: Bursar, Financial Aid, Office of Diversity and Inclusion, Registrar, Student Assistance Office and Student Health Services
The Student Assistance Office runs the front of the suite – whatever you’re looking for, whatever you need, the Student Assistance Office will get you to the right place!
1. What does the Bursar’s Office do?
The Bursar’s office is also the Cashier’s office. Students can receive their overpayment refund checks here. ACH/Direct Deposit requests can be completed online at the website below. Financial Aid counselors can also go over your student account with you in person, or by phone, or you can look it up yourself on the website http://www.ucdenver.edu/bursar
2. How much will tuition be?
Tuition rates are typically set in July of every year for the following fall, spring, and summer semesters. To view the most recent tuition rates please visit our website at: http://www.ucdenver.edu/bursar (click on AMC billing, then tuition and fees) Your program will have information on upcoming tuition/fees – if you require information on future costs, please check with your student affairs office.
3. How are bills distributed?
-The University of Colorado Denver has implemented an official E-Bill (electronic billing) program. As of May 2010, all registered students access their student account bills through the CU Access portal. (https://cuaccess.cu.edu) -Students will receive an e-bill notification in their UCDENVER.EDU email account each time an E-Bill has been posted. Students may authorize their parent(s) or other payers (up to five people/entities) to view their bill and make online payments on their behalf. This authorization is done on CU Access under the financial tab. Once set up, the authorized payers will also receive an e-bill notification when their student’s bill is available. -For complete details please visit: www.ucdenver.edu/ebills
4. When are bills available?
Bills are generally available to view online at least three weeks before each payment due date. The first tuition and fee bill will typically be available online at least two weeks before the first day of class.
5. How do I pay my bill? -You may pay online with an electronic check, in-person at the Bursar’s Office or mail a check or money order payment to the address provided on the .PDF version of your E-Bill. You cannot pay your bill with a credit or debit card. In addition, you may set up other individuals (such as a parent, guardian, employer, or other third party) as “Authorized Payers” to view your E-bill and make payment online. To establish an individual as an Authorized payer, simply select the “setup authorized payers” link from the Financial tab of Pinnacle https://hydra.cusys.edu/pinnacle/cgi-bin/sisget.cgi/hs/awssgnsn/ and follow the instructions provided. You may create up to 5 unique Authorized Payers.
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6. What are the hours of Financial Aid to see them in person or access them by phone? (phone number (303)556-2886/fax number (303)724-8048)*** Monday, Wednesday, Friday from 8am-3pm. Tuesday from 8am -1pm Thursday CLOSED They are also open during lunch hours for your convenience.
7. What if I can’t see Financial Aid during normal office hours?
If those hours absolutely do not work for you then you may email or call them for an appointment. Email: [email protected], Phone: 303-566-2886 For your reference their website has been provided. http://www.ucdenver.edu/student-services/resources/CostsAndFinancing/AnschutzMedicalCampus/Pages/AnschutzMedicalCampus.aspx
8. What Services are offered by the Student Assistance Office?
-The RTD College Pass is managed by this office – all degree seeking students will be charged the per-semester fee of $42.90 beginning Fall 2009. A waiver is available for those who have ECO Passes or military ids. Please watch your emails for information, or contact the Director of the SAO at [email protected] -Free Faxing local and nationally in the US. Faxes can be received here as well – this service keeps your fax materials confidential. When a FAX arrives, the SAO staff will email you to come pick up your FAX. Borrow sports equipment like: volleyball net and volleyball, soccer balls, footballs, and frisbees. -The Student Assistance Office advises and supports Student Senate, which is the AMC Student Governance body. Senate has placed a ‘toy box’ in Lounge 500 (1st floor of Building 500, west of the bookstore) for students to check out and return all sorts of lawn game items for use on campus. -Manages a student roommates list for those looking for housing. Only AMC students are listed, and only AMC students are given the lists by the SAO. -Manages campus wide announcements for student organizations, such as student senate, wellness fitness lunch, rural health, etc… -Activities and recreation such as intramural sports, SkiDAZE, and 24hr fitness deals are offered to you, and details are available from the Student Assistance Office. -Additional services are counseling referral, Notary public, and tutoring/learning assistance. -For more information go to: www.ucdenver.edu/studentassistance
9. Are there any housing resources? -The Student Assistance Office maintains listings of students who are looking for roommates. You can find these lists by going to the Student Assistance Office website and clicking on “Student Housing.” -You can also find listings on www.CUDenverhousing.com - Many of the area apartment complexes have preferred employer/student programs that give discounts to AMC students. Remember to tell them that you are a student and they will often waive application fees or other costs.
10. Who do I see, if I want to see the registrar’s office?
Shana Bergen: School of Dental Medicine, Loan Deferments and Education Verifications Diana Warren: Graduate School, Colorado School of Public Health, ID Badges, Tuition Waivers, Name Changes Betty Phelps: all College of Nursing programs, Physical Therapy Wayne Sell: Medical School, medical licensure, and academic calendars Jacki Main: Transcripts, Colorado Residency, Diploma/Graduation, and Medical Licensure
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11. What does the Office of Diversity and Inclusion do for students?
They serve as a resource for all students, not just students of color. They help organize student organization events, student outreach, cultural training, and community outreach.
12. Where do I go to waive or enroll in UC Denver’s Student Health Insurance? Office of Student Health Services – forms are available there, or online. If you have any questions please go to the website at: http://www.ucdenver.edu/life/services/student-health/Pages/default.aspx Monday thru Friday, from 7am – 5pm
***We are not allowed to answer tax questions or give tax assistance because we are not tax professionals. The IRS actually has a publication, Publication 970 (Tax Benefits for Education), which is designed to help tax filers determine if their scholarship is tax-free or not. Chapter 1 outlines the difference between qualified and non-qualified education expenses. There is also a worksheet to help you determine what part of your scholarship is taxable and what part is tax-free. If you still have questions after reading this information, you should contact a tax professional for additional assistance. http://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/p970.pdf
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University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus School and Department Contacts
Anschutz Medical Campus Schools Each school has different resources for prospective students. Don’t be afraid to call around and ask plenty of
questions, we are here to help!
School of Dental Medicine www.uchsc.edu/sod 303-724-7122 School of Dental Medicine Room 310 [email protected] Graduate School http://ucdenver.edu/academics/colleges/Graduate-School/Pages/default.aspx 303-724-2915 Academic Office 1 Room 2609 [email protected] School of Medicine http://www.ucdenver.edu/academics/colleges/medicalschool/Pages/somWelcome.aspx 303-724-5375 Building 500 Room E1354 To request information: https://www.cusys.edu/admissions/admission.html?institution=CUDEN&campus=AMC&studentType=graduate&applicationType=prospectcard College of Nursing www.nursing.ucdenver.edu 303-724-1812 Education 2 North Room 3255 [email protected] School of Pharmacy www.uchsc.edu/sop Julie Rodriguez 303-724-2634 Academic Office 1, Room 1201 [email protected] Colorado School of Public Health http://ucdenver.edu/academics/colleges/PublicHealth/Pages/welcome.aspx 303-724-4613 Building 500 3rd Floor [email protected]
University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus School and Department Contacts
Anschutz Medical Campus Departments Biomedical Science www.uchsc.edu/bsp/bsp.htm David Bentley, PhD 303-724-3238 Research 1 South Room 9115 [email protected]
Epidemiology http://www.ucdenver.edu/academics/colleges/PublicHealth/departments/Epidemiology/Academics/Pages/PhDEPI.aspx 303-724-4414 Bldg. 500, Room W3110 [email protected]
Biochemistry & Molecular Genetics www.uchsc.edu/sm/bbgn Paul Megee, PhD, 303-724-3270 Research 1 South Room 1010 [email protected]
Medical Scientist Training Program http://www.uchsc.edu/som/mstp/ 303-724-4600 Academic Office One, Room L15-2601 [email protected]
Biostatistics & Informatics http://ucdenver.edu/academics/colleges/PublicHealth/departments/Biostatistics/Pages/welcome.aspx Dennis Lezotte 303-724-4365 Building 500 3rd floor [email protected]
Molecular Biology http://www.uchsc.edu/molbio/ 303-724-3245 Research 1 South, Room 9112 [email protected]
Cancer Biology (Department of Pathology) http://www.uchsc.edu/pathology/cancerbiology/ 303-724-3700 Research 1 5th floor [email protected]
Neuroscience www.uchsc.edu/neuroscience/ Mellodee Phillips 303-724-3120 Research 1 North Room 7107 [email protected]
Cell Biology, Stem Cells and Development http://www.uchsc.edu/csd/ 303-724-4349 Research 1 Room L18-12114 [email protected] or [email protected]
Pharmacology: Department of Pharmacology www.pharmacology.ucdenver.edu Jim Finster: Graduate Training Coordinator 303-724-3565 Research 1 North Room 6129 [email protected]
Clinical Science http://cctsi.ucdenver.edu/training-and-education/CLSC/Pages/default.aspx 720-848-7100 [email protected]
Physical Therapy Program www.uchsc.edu/pt/ Susan Halloran 303-724-9135 Education 2 South Room 3106 [email protected]
Computational Bioscience http://compbio.uchsc.edu/ 303-724-3399 Research 1 South Room 6103 [email protected]
Physiology and Biophysics http://www.uchsc.edu/physiology/graduate-program.htm 303-724-4500 Research 1 North, Room 7130 [email protected]
Child Health (ChAPA) http://www.ucdenver.edu/academics/colleges/medicalschool/education/degree_programs/PAProgram/Pages/Home.aspx 303-724-7963 Building 500 Room 7019 [email protected]
Structural Biology and Biophysics http://biomol.uchsc.edu/index.html 303-724-3268 Research 1 South, Room 9118 [email protected]
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Building 500 (start here) Building 500 opened in 1941, just days before the attack on Pearl Harbor. It was built as part of the Fitzsimons Army Medical Center, which was formally dedicated in the fall of 1918. The hospital became one of the Army’s premier medical training centers and became well known for treating tuberculosis patients, partly because of Colorado’s dry air and constant sunshine. Patients were often times put outside on the decks of the building to soak up the sunshine. In 1955, President Dwight D. Eisenhower was vacationing in Colorado when he suffered a heart attack and was admitted to Building 500 where he and his staff took over the entire eighth floor of the building. This is currently the Eisenhower Museum which is open to the public. He recuperated there for seven weeks. Also on the 8 floor is the West Deck, with a breathtaking view of the campus. th
Education Quad (walk to the east of 500) At the southwest end of the Education 1 building, the corner has intentionally been cut out of the building to preserve one of the oldest trees on campus dating back to the 1920s when 200 trees were transported from Pike National Forest to the army hospital grounds. The Education Quad includes space for multipurpose classrooms, lecture halls, specialized instructional and computer laboratories, student community space, program space for the Center for Studies in Clinical Performance, and skills laboratories for programs in medicine, nursing, physical therapy, and pharmacy. Many academic support offices are also housed here.
Nighthorse Campbell Native Health Building Houses the Division of American Indian and Alaska Native Programs, the Programs for Public Psychiatry, and the U of Colorado TeleHealth/TeleEducation program.
Research Towers (to west of 500) Research 1 includes a 12‐story cancer research tower and a nine‐story biomedical research tower. The facilities inc lude wet and dry research laboratories, core laboratories, lab support space, research and program offices, conference rooms, a central vivarium, auditorium and building support space. As the second major research complex, Research 2 provides additional space for the research enterprise of the University of Colorado School of Medicine. Out of 126 private and public medical schools nationwide, the University of Colorado School of Medicine ranks 20th overall and ninth among public institutions in total award funding received from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services National Institutes of Health Annual competitive research awards and contracts exceeded a record $300 million at UCD last year with the total of all of CU's research ‐ nearly $600 million a year.
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CeDAR, The Center for Dependency, Addiction, and Rehabilitation (CeDAR) is a 50‐bed residential evaluation and treatment facility for adults. The center is world class for both the buildings’ architecture and the programs offered. The white, two‐story house, “Park Lodge,” dates back to 1897, and was built as the residence for Alfred H. Gutheil, who owned an orchard and nursery on this site spanning 100 acres. Some of the original orchard trees are still here, toward the south end of the property. The Denver Chamber of Commerce bought this land from Gutheil for $140,000 and then leased it to the federal government for $1.00 per year in order to bring the army medical hospital to Denver. From 1918 until 1996 the house was used as the army commander’s residence.
Health Sciences Library (behind 500) The library has been designed to emphasize natural light. There are many windows, an atrium, and interior glass walls that allow light to fill the interior of the building. The aluminum structure on top is meant to represent the Colorado Columbine with its five “leaves.” At 113,000 square feet, it’s nearly twice the size of the previous library.
University of Colorado Hospital (south of 500 near Colfax Ave) On the southwest corner of the Anschutz Inpatient Pavilion is a healing garden designed by the Denver Botanic Garden where there is a path through a beautiful and relaxing garden area with beautiful plants, flowers, and soothing water features.
The Children’s Hospital The Children’s Hospital opened the “most healing hospital” on Sept. 29, 2007. The 1.44 million square-feet hospital includes 270 beds and advanced medical equipment especially designed for children, as well as inspiring artwork and outstanding family accommodations. The Gary Pavilion is the site of TCH’s psychiatry and behavioral health department
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A. here we are at Building 500, which was built in 1941, just days before the attack on pearl harbor. it was built as part of the Fitzsimons Army Medical center, which was formally dedi-cated in the fall of 1918. it was used heavily during World War ii to treat tuberculosis, and became one of the Army’s premier medical training centers.
B. go up to the eighth floor of Bldg. 500 to see where the eisenhower suite is located. in 1955, president dwight d. eisenhower was vacationing in colorado when he suffered a heart attack. he was brought here where he stayed for seven weeks in order to recover.
C. And, since you’re up here, head out-side onto the West deck of the roof to get a breathtaking view of the campus. When you’re done, head back downstairs. exit Bldg. 500 and head to your left (east). the building directly east of Bldg. 500 is the educa-tion ib (ed. 1b) building.
D. stop now at the southwest end of the ed ib building. notice how the corner is cut out of the building. it was constructed inten-tionally this way, in order to preserve the tree in the corner, which is one of the oldest trees on campus, dating back to the 1920s
when 200 trees were transported from pike national Forest to the army hospital grounds. now head south and walk along the east side of nighthorse campbell native health building (nhc). this building has a tepee-like structure on top. (there should be a parking lot and the center for oral and Facial health (coFh) to your left.)
e. this is the nch, one of seven national centers that cover the developmental life span in terms of research, training, continuing education, tech-nical assistance, and information dissemination specific to the health of native Americans. half of their faculty and staff are American indian. At 17th Avenue, head west (take a right) and cross ursula street. now go south (toward colfax) and watch for a large stone monument to your right approximately 110 steps away.
F. this is the sharon A. lane monument. serving as an army nurse, First lieutenant lane was the only American servicewoman killed as a direct result of enemy fire throughout the Vietnam war. continue heading south toward colfax and make your first right (through the parking lots) toward the cancer pavillion. enter through the main entrance (directly above you, the sign should read Anschutz centers For Advanced Medicine, and the doors should say 1635 and 1665 n. ursula st.).
G. the cancer center was the first building con-
structed on the Anschutz Medical campus. in fact, the entire area south of the building was originally alfalfa fields, and in the year 2000 when the cancer center was built, it was completely surrounded by these alfalfa fields. By the way, you’ve already gone over half a mile!
h. directly ahead is the information booth, and
to the right you will find the patient resource center, and sometimes music coming from the piano. to the left of the info desk is the lobby latte coffee cart, the pharmacy, and the gift shop, where you can purchase your very own Amer-ica on the Move® pedometer for just $5. use the exit directly behind the information booth. exit the doors directly behind the information booth, and walk through a covered area along a brick path. Follow the path north toward
the open green area. When you get to 17th Avenue, turn left (head west toward the log cabin-like buildings). cross Quentin street.
i. here now at the corner of Quentin street and 17th Avenue, head south for an extra 700 steps, and to see the original general’s house, as well as ike’s pond, or skip that loop and continue north (skip to l).
J. As you head south notice the center for dependency, Addiction, and rehabilitation (cedAr) on the right. cedAr is a 50-bed resi-dential evaluation and treatment facility for adults. the center is world class for both the buildings’ architecture and the programs offered. Walk south toward colfax past the main building, and look through the trees to see a white two-story house. this house, “park lodge,” dates back to 1897, and was built as the residence for Alfred h. gutheil, who owned an orchard and nurs-ery on this site spanning 100 acres. some of the original orchard trees are still here, toward the south end near the wooden fence. denver chamber of commerce bought this land from gutheil for $140,000 and then leased it to the federal government for $1.00 per year in order to bring the army medical hospital to denver. From 1918 until 1996 the house was used as the army commander’s residence.
K. continue south along the path to the entrance
of general’s park, and take a loop around the pond, which was created in the 1920s as a wild fowl refuge, after the commanding officer at Fitzsimons received two mallard ducks as a gift. the pond was stocked with fish for recreational fishing. the most famous of these fishermen was president dwight d. eisenhower, who spent time here recovering from a heart attack in 1955.
l. head north (away from colfax) and
you will pass colonel’s row on your left. Built in the 1920s, these remained residences for senior army officers until 1999. cross Quentin street and head east on 17th place. head north now (turn left) on racine and notice the open space to your left.
m. this large open space was the original parade grounds for the Fitzsimons Army hospital where many festivals and ceremonies took place.
At 19th Avenue, head east (turn right) and walk along this path. there will be parking lots to your left and the research complex ii (rcii) to your right.
N. here at the corner of 19th Ave. and scranton, you have the option once again to take an extra loop. head north and you will have a chance to see the chapel and historic red cross Build-ing, along with the new library. otherwise, walk passed research complex i (rci) and head south (in between rci and Bldg. 500) and follow the path back to Bldg. 500 to complete the tour.
o. if you choose to take the extra loop, go north
and walk passed the parking structure on your right. At Montview, look across the street and see the historic Fitzsimons post chapel. Built in 1942, this historic building is filled with stained glass windows depicting saints, prophets and insignias of various Army branches. now head east on Montview. You should be walking in the direction of the large smokestack.
p. to your right is the historic red cross
Building. Built in 1918, the red cross was the social and entertainment center of the Army Medical center. it is the site of the future 30 acre urban village. As you walk, notice the trees in the surrounding area. Many of these were trans-ported from pike national Forest as early as 1926.
Q. now walk along the east side of the red cross
Building, and the library will be to your left. the library has been designed to really empha-size natural light. there are many windows, an atrium, and interior glass walls that allow light to fill the interior of the building. the aluminum structure on top is meant to represent the colorado columbine with its five “leaves.” At 113,000 square feet, it’s nearly twice the size of the denison Memorial library on 9th Avenue. Finally, walk south and then west. Walk in between rci and Bldg. 500, back to Bldg. 500’s entrance, to complete the tour. For more information on taking small steps to a healthier way of life, visit
www.americaonthemove.org.
history toUR: THE GREEN LOOP3200 steps (1.6 miles) Approximately 30-35 minutes
With one extra loop – 3800 steps (1.9 miles) Approximately 35-40 minutes
With both extra loops – 4400 steps (2.2 miles)Approximately 45-50 minutes
A. We begin our tour at the Bookstore Brew ii. this restaurant is located in the northwest cor-ner of the research complex i north, (rc1) right next to the hensel phelps auditorium. “Jim the hot dog guy” who has been serving both hospital patients and employees for over 17 years is also located here. they are open M-F from 7:30-2:30. healthy options are avail-able! exit to the south of the building, where you should be looking at open green space. head south and follow the path (left) east toward building 500 (Bldg. 500). Wondering what the giant doors are? . . . the “opening doors” art-work was done by colorado artist christopher Weed in 2005. one of his goals in creating these was to draw a connection between the educa-tional and research missions of the facility as well as to provide humor and visual relief from the intensities of everyday life on campus. next stop: Bldg. 500.
B. here we are at Bldg. 500, which was built in
1941, just days before the attack on pearl harbor. it was built as part of the Fitzsimons Army Medical center, which was formally dedicated in the fall of 1918. it was used heavily during World War ii to treat tubercu-losis, and became one of the Army’s premier medical training centers. go up to the eighth floor of Bldg. 500 to see where the eisen-hower suite is located. in 1955, president dwight d. eisenhower was vacationing in colorado when he suffered a heart attack. he was brought here where he stayed for seven weeks in order to recover. And, since you’re up here, head outside onto the West deck of the roof to get a breathtaking view of the campus. When you’re done, head back downstairs.
C. exit Bldg. 500 and head to your left (east). the
building directly east of Bldg. 500 is the education ib (ed. 1B) building. stop now at the southwest end of the ed ib building. notice how the corner
is cut out of the building. it was constructed in-tentionally this way, in order to preserve the tree in the corner, which is one of the oldest trees on campus, dating back to the 1920s when 200 trees were transported from pike national Forest to the army hospital grounds.
D. From the tree, continue east to the open space
between the ed buildings and the children’s hospital. this area was created to foster interaction between students and faculty on campus. it also gives children’s hospital patients a great view and a nice place to walk.
e. As you continue east, to your left you’ll notice
the preservation and Access service center for colorado Academic libraries, better known as pAscAl. this building is a library storage facility, providing climate controlled housing for the library collections of the downtown denver campus and cu Boulder. the current capacity for storage is 1.6 million volumes. the average temperature inside is 55°F, with 37% humidity.
F. continue east. At the corner of 17th pl. and
Wheeling, look southeast to see the site of the future Veterans’ Affairs hospital.
G. go north on Wheeling street now. At the corner of Wheeling and 19th place is the Fitzsimons pool. they are open for lap swimming from 6am to 7:30pm M/W/F, and 6am to 7pm on t/th. daily drop-in rate is $3.50, and discounted punch passes are available. swimming is a great way to be active!
h. now head west on 19th place. to your left
is the campus services Building, where the mail center is now located. this building also houses planning offices, facilities, and operations. When you come to Victor street, head south (left) and then west (right) on 19th Avenue.
i. this 2-story building with the flat roof is the
Vincent A. and shirley Fulginiti pavilion for ethics and humanities. it is the only building on campus that was built solely because of the generosity of their donors. no tax dollars, debt financing, or university funds are being used to help construct it. continue west and then north. Walk along the west side of the Frisco parking lot and make your way toward the library. For an extra 500 steps, take the optional loop around the library. (if not, just skip to l.)
J. here at the north end of the library, look across
Montview, where the future light rail station will be located.
K. As you head south back toward the main path,
notice the historic red cross building to your right. Built in 1918, the red cross was the social and entertainment center of the Army Medical center. it is the site of the future 30 acre urban village. As you walk, notice the trees in the surrounding area. Many of these were transported from pike national Forest as early as 1926. keep heading south to the library.
l. the library has been designed to really
emphasize natural light. there are many windows, an atrium, and interior glass walls that allow light to fill the interior of the building. the aluminum structure on top is meant to represent the colorado columbine with its five “leaves.” At 113,000 square feet, it’s nearly twice the size of the denison Memorial library on 9th Avenue. From here, follow the map (west), past Bldg. 500, back to the north end of rci north, where you can enter the building and head back to the Bookstore Brew ii to finish the tour.
For more information on taking small steps to a healthier way of life, visit
www.americaonthemove.org.
employee tour: the purple loop3500 steps (1.75 miles) Approximately 35 minutes
With extra library loop –4100 steps (2.05 miles)Approximately 40 minutes
A. We begin our tour at the Bookstore Brew ii. this restaurant is located in the northwest corner of the research complex i north, (rci) right next to the hensel phelps auditorium. “Jim the hot dog guy” who has been serving both hospital patients and employees for over 17 years is also located here. they are open M-F from 7:30-2:30. healthy options are avail-able! exit to the south of the building, where you should be looking at open green space. Follow the path south, and when you get to 17th Avenue, head west (right) toward the log cabin-like buildings.
B. As you’re walking, notice on your right the
seven-story parking structure. the bottom level of this parking garage is becoming centre point plaza, a convenient, pedestrian-friendly collection of restaurants for patients, staff, and visitors. stop into salad creations to try one of their healthy salads or wraps. At this point, you’ve already walked a quarter of a mile! continue west along the path and cross Quen-tin st. so that you are standing in front of the log cabin-like buildings.
C. here we are at the center for depend-
ency, Addiction, and rehabilitation (cedAr), a 50-bed residential evaluation and treatment facility for adults. the center is world class for both the buildings’ architecture and the programs offered. Walk south toward colfax past the main building, and look through the trees to see a white two-story building. this house, “park lodge,” dates back to 1897, and was built as the residence for Alfred h. gutheil, who owned an orchard and nursery on this site spanning 100 acres. some of the original orchard trees are still here, toward the south end near the wooden fence. denver chamber of commerce bought this land from gutheil for $140,000 and then leased it to the federal government for $1.00 per year in order to bring the army medical hospital to denver.
From 1918 until 1996 the house was used as the army commander’s residence.
D. continue south toward colfax. At the corner of
Quentin and 16th Avenue, you have the option to get about an extra 700 steps. (if you have kids, you’ll definitely want to take the extra loop which includes a playground. if you decide not to take the extra loop, skip to e.) Follow the path into general’s park. take a stroll around the pond, and be sure to step on the floor of the kids’ playground area. it’s really squishy! the pond was created in the 1920s as a wild fowl ref-uge, after the commanding officer at Fitzsimons received two mallard ducks as a gift. the pond was stocked with fish for recreational fishing. the most famous of these fishermen was presi-dent dwight d. eisenhower, who spent time here recovering from a heart attack in 1955.
e. At 16th Avenue, head east toward the hospital, walking along the north side of 16th. When you come to a black sign that reads “university of colorado hospital” on the top, go north toward the hospital building. here at the southwest corner of the inpatient hospital building, enter the path into the healing gardens, and take a walk through this beautiful and relaxing area. enjoy the award-winning gardens, with their beautiful plants, flowers, and soothing water features. continue to follow the path around the Anschutz outpatient pavillion. enter in the main entrance (directly above you, the sign should read Anschutz centers For Advanced Medicine, and the doors should say 1635 and 1665 n. ursula).
F. directly ahead is the information booth, and
to the right you will find the patient resource center, as well as music coming from the piano. to the left of the info desk is the lobby latte coffee cart, the pharmacy, and the gift shop, where you can purchase your very own America on
the Move® pedometer for just $5. use the exit di-rectly behind the information booth. You will walk north through a covered area with a brick path. Follow the path north toward the open green area. When you get to the sidewalk, head east and pass the Anschutz cancer pavillion and rocky Mountain lions eye institute on your right.
G. When you get to the corner of ursula and 17th
Avenue, look south (toward colfax) and notice the rtd stop. routes 15 and 20, and the dM from Boulder all stop here (M-F). if you take the bus, try getting off one stop early to add extra steps to your day!
h. head north now (in the direction of Building
500) and walk along side the Barbara davis center for childhood diabetes (Bdc). When you get to the stairs in front of the main entrance (the northeast corner) head inside. As you walk along the north end of the building, notice the plaques along the wall with the names of famous donors to the center. Among these are president gerald and Betty Ford, Jimmy Buffett, usher, and Barbara and Frank sinatra.
i. As you exit at the northwest corner of
the Bdc notice the “opening doors” artwork done by colorado artist christopher Weed in 2005. one of his goals in creating these was to draw a connection between the educational and research missions of the facil-ity as well as to provide humor and visual relief from the intensities of everyday life on campus. now, head back toward the Book-store Brew ii to complete the tour. For more information on taking small steps to a healthier way of life, visit
www.americaonthemove.org.
First timers’ tour: the reD loop3200 steps (1.6 miles)Approximately 30-35 minutes With extra pond loop – 3800 steps (1.9 miles)Approximately 35-40 minutes
