CU-Denver Honors and Leadership Program

✨ Honors Alumni Highlight✨

CU Denver Honors alumnus Sean Burns has built his path from campus involvement into a career in the federal court system. Through the University Honors & Leadership (UHL) program, Sean found community, connection, and a space that shaped his undergraduate experience.

Sean currently works as a Case Manager at the United States Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit and has a continued interest in pursuing a future in public interest and impact litigation.

Reflecting on his experience in UHL, Sean shares: “One way UHL impacted my experience was I found my best friends and explored my identity and values.”

Sean still enjoys being involved as an alum and volunteers as an assistant coach for the Men’s Club Basketball Team through .

We love following our Honors alumni on their post-graduate journeys! 🙌

New to Honors & Leadership at CU Denver? Stop by the Honors & Leadership Suite to grab your very own pennant magnet and celebrate your honors journey with us ✨🤩

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The merch bundle drawing takes place on the first day of school this Fall—on August 17, 2026!