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Established in 2023, the Golden Nest Club includes anyone who graduated 50 or more years ago from Metropolitan State College of Denver, now Metropolitan State University of Denver.

The club’s purpose is to honor and celebrate the 50th anniversary of each º£½ÇÉçÇø graduate, recognizing their service to the institution and preserving the history, tradition and development of the University.

Members of the Golden Nest Club will be invited back to campus for an annual luncheon and access to other exclusive events, workshops and guest lectures.

 

2026 Lifetime Achievement Award Winner:
Jim Saccomano, ’69 & ’70

Jim Saccomano ‘69 & ‘70 is one of the most influential figures in Colorado sports history, with a career spanning more than five decades that has left an enduring mark on professional football and sports media. A proud graduate of Metropolitan State University of Denver, Jim earned his associate degree in 1969 and his bachelor’s degree in Speech Communication in 1970 before going on to complete a master’s degree in journalism at the University of Colorado.

Jim joined the Denver Broncos in 1978 and went on to serve 36 years in a full-time capacity, including as Vice President of Public Relations and Corporate Communications. He supervised all team public relations efforts, pioneered innovative media statistics usage that became NFL standards, and helped shape the narrative of Broncos football during seven Super Bowl appearances.

In 2022, Jim was selected as a first-ballot recipient of the Award of Excellence from the Pro Football Hall of Fame as part of its inaugural class honoring public relations professionals. Today, he continues to serve as a team historian and consultant, preserving the Broncos’ legacy while mentoring future generations.