The NMC has awarded the 2016 Center of Excellence award to the University of Colorado Denver (CU Denver). Situated in the Denver metropolitan area near the Rocky Mountains, University of Colorado Denver is home to teaching, research, and patient care facilities. The institution is celebrating 20 years of CU Online, where thousands of students have harnessed flexible options to achieve academic and career goals. The highly-skilled, enthusiastic faculty use fun, creative methods to connect with students and breathe fresh air into content delivery. Through its professional development programs, innovative pedagogical approaches, and unique marketing efforts, CU Denver has earned a reputation as a powerhouse institution.