AdventHealth University Denver (AHU Denver) officially opened its doors in September 2025 at its new 16,000-square-foot site that will facilitate expanded student enrollment, helping to stem the shortfall of essential health care workers in the community and throughout the U.S.
The moment was marked with a ribbon cutting ceremony, drawing education and health care leaders from around the country.
“This is a historic day for AdventHealth University, AdventHealth, and the Colorado community as we develop the next generation of nurses and imaging science professionals who will practice health care as a ministry,” said C. Josef Ghosn, Ed.D., FACHE, president and CEO of AdventHealth University. “AdventHealth University Denver boldly exemplifies our commitment to play a vital role in the health care workforce pipeline, and we are thrilled to welcome students to this wonderful space that sparks discovery, encourages excellence, and fuels purpose.”
Celebrating its 16th anniversary, AdventHealth University Denver offers degrees in nursing, sonography, and radiography. The new site includes state-of-the-art simulation equipment, high-fidelity mannikins, an energized lab, and expanded student and classroom space. In addition, the new site is situated in the same building as the headquarters for the AdventHealth Rocky Mountain Region, providing opportunities for synergy between the two organizations.
“This partnership is more than sharing a building. It’s about sharing a vision,” said Brett Spenst, president and CEO of AdventHealth Rocky Mountain Region. “Through scholarships, leadership, and clinical training, AdventHealth is committed to helping AHU students thrive.”
Guests toured AHU Denver’s new instructional spaces and talked with students, alumni, and faculty. Additionally, the new building drew a record number of guests to its annual Fall Open House, with 74 prospective students and 23 applications submitted.
In November, clinical leaders from AdventHealth Colorado hospitals toured the site and met with faculty and clinical coordinators. Through the support of AdventHealth Colorado, three AHU Denver nursing students were awarded scholarships this fall toward their degree.
“My greatest hope for AHU Denver now is to just see exponential growth. We know that AdventHealth needs more health care professionals and the whole point of this relocated campus is to grow and to provide more of those to them,” said Katie Shaw, chief operating officer for AHU Denver. “Students at AHU Denver are educated and steeped in the mission of AdventHealth, which is extending the healing ministry of Christ. That’s what they learn at the bedside, that’s what they learn in the classroom.”
AHU Denver aims to double its enrollment to between 200 and 250 students over the next five to seven years.
To learn more about AHU Denver or to apply, visit ahu.edu/Denver.
AdventHealth University | March 2026
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