Published: March 4, 2024

This week brings music of “dreams, nightmares and longing,” a career fair, Ralphie’s Cooking Basics, time to de-stress before midterms, gaming in celebration of women and more.

Campus community members mingling at the grand opening of the new UMC Gaming LoungeMonday, March 4

Ballot Processing Facility open house, tours

1 p.m.1750 33rd St.(off Arapahoe)
Questions about ballot security and election processes? Learn about ballot processing firsthand by attending a Boulder County Elections Division in-person tour. Tours take approximately 30 minutes.

2 p.m.UMC North Dining Room
Stop by the UMC for a healthy snack of hummus and veggies.

4–5 p.m.Visual Arts Complex, Auditorium (1B20)
Natalie Ball is a multidisciplinary installation artist who often aims to create a dialogue around her pieces.

4–6 p.m.Kittredge Central, Multipurpose Room
Listen to Student Leaders of the Year as they share their perspectives on leadership. A short reception will follow the speakers.

6:30 p.m.Eaton Humanities, Room 250
The Department of Asian Languages and Civilizations is hosting Arabic Culture Night with dabke dance. Attendees will learn about the history of dabke, learn some basic steps and try out Egyptian cuisine.

4 things to check off your to-do list

  • The open comment period closes March 5.
  • today to receive a waived membership fee and a $25 ride credit.
  • Claim your free ticket to a private screening of “Dune: Part II” happening March 8 at Cinemark Century Boulder. Tickets can be picked up March 6–7 in the UMC—.
  • on March 7 to see the Denver Nuggets take on the Utah Jazz on March 9.

Just for grad students

  • by March 17. The two-year program is for students in the arts, humanities and other programs  who use the methods/archives of the arts and humanities in their scholarship.
  • Graduating this spring? Don’t forget to by March 27.


Tuesday, March 5

11 a.m.–1 p.m.Rec Center lobby
Test your knowledge of overdose prevention and response during a trivia session brought to you by Health and Wellness Service and Student Affairs.

7:30 p.m.Imig Music
Enjoy performances from College of Music faculty members on Tuesdays throughout March. This week, baritone Andrew Garland, mezzo soprano Abigail Nims and pianist David Korevaar are performing songs with themes of dreams, nightmares and longing.


Wednesday, March 6

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Grow your network during this virtual career and internship fair. All ŷڱƵ students and alumni are welcome to attend.

5:30–7 p.m.The Rec, OP Classroom $6
Sharpen your navigation skills and prevent getting lost in the woods. Attendees will learn how to shoot a bearing, triangulate and more.

6–7 p.m.Rec Center, Studio 2
Attend a relaxing and rejuvenating yoga session in celebration of Womxn's Herstory Month.


Thursday, March 7

1–2:30 p.m.UMC 247
Enjoy a snack while connecting with other transfer Buffs.

5:15–6:30 p.m.Village Center, Demo Kitchen
The Basic Needs Center is hosting Ralphie’s Cooking Basics with all materials provided. Registration required.

7 p.m.Rec Center, Base Training Area, Level 1
Those who identify as women and nonbinary individuals are invited to join an intro to CrossFit clinic. Expect to do weight training, cardio, high intensity exercises and more.

8–10 p.m.Rec Center, Comp Pool$15–$20
Learn how to properly roll a kayak during this two-hour session. Participants must have basic swimming skills and be able to hold their breath underwater for at least 10 seconds.

Campus map

Bookmark the to find where you need to go, orsave a link to the map on your smartphone home screen and use it like an app.


Friday, March 8

​3:45–5:45 p.m.The Connection
De-stress with fun activities including bowling, pingpong, billiards and more. Pizza and goodie bags will be available.

5–10 p.m.UMC Gaming Lounge
Visit the UMC to check out video games made by or centering around women characters.

4–5 p.m.Rec Center, Mind Body Studio
Indigenous, Black and all students of color are invited to a relaxing yoga session at the Rec. Rejuvenate your body with a restorative yoga flow.

8–10 p.m.Village Center Wellness
Take a break and enjoy some time with a masseuse, manicurist, eyebrow threader and more. You’ll even get the chance to make your own tote bags!


Saturday, March 9

8 a.m.–5 p.m.Rocky Mountain National Park $85
Explore Rocky Mountain National Park on snowshoes! The pre-trip meeting is 6–7 p.m. Wednesday, March 6.