The Twin Cities Network
The state with 10,000 lakes also has over 3,200 members that make up the DU Twin Cities Network. Whether you are an alumnus, parent, current student or friend in the DU Twin Cities Network, you are an integral connection and there are so many ways for you to plug in to help sustain this community. Whether you are moving to the Minneapolis/St. Paul area and want neighborhood recommendations or interested in gathering with fellow DU Twin Cities Network folks for a low-key hockey watch party to cheer on the Pioneers, this Network is eager to connect with you. Reach out to your DU Twin Cities Network Leaders below or reach out to your staff liaison to learn how to get more connected. We can’t wait to hear from you!
Featured Volunteer Leaders
Meet Caroline Nystom
Hello. At DU I studied Cognitive Neuroscience and was on the swim team. Now, I am a Physical Therapist for Summit Orthopedics. I live in St. Paul with my husband and 3 children. I look forward to connecting with other DU alumni or prospective students.
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Staff Leaders
Meet Brent Thompson
Director of Regional Engagement
Brent helps guide strategy and execute engagement efforts of all alumni, families, parents and friends across the country and in select international networks as well as develops a programmatic portfolio for the regions in collaboration with Denver-based advancement team. Brent's goal is to create a culture of lifelong engagement and volunteerism among constituents in the regional markets and networks that builds our pipeline for campaign philanthropy and long-term engagement for the University's Global Network.
Brent has served in a number of different roles throughout his nearly 20-year career in higher education for the University of Oklahoma, University of Texas system and now with the University of Denver. He is also adjunct faculty for the Executive Education in Daniels. Brent has worked in several different capacities including employer relations, career development, accreditation, and alumni engagement. Brent is a proud University of Denver and University of Oklahoma graduate and his entire wardrobe is crimson!
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Connect With Us
VOLUNTEER
If you want to share your time and talent in any way outside mentoring and networking, check out VolunteerDU at volunteering.du.edu This portal is a menu of volunteer opportunities and your open door to engage with the DU community. Choose from a variety of one-off and ongoing projects that are meaningful to you.
The DU Career Network provides connections for life! Whether you're a current student, recent grad, or friend of the University, we all have something in common: a desire to connect and help each other. Unique job opportunities, career support, a chance to mentor or seek mentorship, and countless resources are all available to you here, in one place. https://crimsonconstellation.du.edu/v2/
If you have any questions about volunteering with DU, please email alumni@du.edu.
CONNECT WITH TWIN CITIES NETWORK LEADERS
Please email caroline.nystrom@gmail.com to connect with a DU Twin Cities Network leader today!
CONNECT WITH DU STAFF LEADER
Please email brent.thompson@du.edu or alec.lask@du.edu to connect.
Looking for more ways to connect with DU? Please email alumni@du.edu.
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