Students inspired by their experiences in OER classrooms created the MSU Denver OER Club in Fall 2025 to advocate for the use of OER by students, gain insight into students’ perception of OER, create events that highlight the benefits of OER, and reflect their appreciate for instructors utilizing OER in their courses, departments, and colleges. OER Club officers Levi Chee, President; Mallory Reiswig, Vice President; Julia Ragan, Treasurer, and Alana Henley, Secretary, will provide their perspectives on the impacts their collaborative efforts have across the institution. They will describe the strategies they employ to increase student awareness for OER in MSU Denver courses through student-centered events that raise awareness of what OER is, identify ways to find course markings, and share student-specific strategies to advocate for OER use. They will share experiences on how student-to-student interactions influence choices of instructor, class, and course materials. Brian Healy will speak about the role of building and maintaining students’ enthusiastic interest in club events and activities.
