Two graduates in regalia

Cords, stoles, honors medals: What are they and how do you get yours?

April 16, 2024

Looking to add some color to go with your graduation gown? Different colored cords and stoles are worn to symbolize participation in campus activities and groups, and also often represent academic honors, military service and specific academic fields. Learn more.

Students enjoy a warm spring day on campus

19 things to do: Try kickboxing, embark on a tree walk, more

April 15, 2024

This week brings a conversation on queer works, book bans and art; a virtual cook along; study breaks; the Consent Carnival; interview prep; a mac-and-cheese bar; and more.

Students, parents, families, faculty, staff, guests and leadership cheer on 2022 graduates as they process to Folsom Field

Volunteer for commencement events May 9–11

April 9, 2024

Staff: Be part of one of the most exciting and fun weeks on campus, celebrating the Class of 2024 and honoring our graduates’ many accomplishments. As a volunteer, you'll get to experience a special connection to the pride and joy this campus tradition brings to all involved.

students enjoy a yoga class on the Rec Center lawn with baby goats

20 things to do: Stress less with puppies and baby goats, more

April 8, 2024

This week brings native plant ID training, a first-gen brunch, Tour of Africa, a book talk, Swiftie ice skating, an open mic night, spanikopita and potstickers, a 5K for diabetes and more.

Chancellor finalist Justin Schwartz speaks during the faculty forum

Latest in new chancellor process: Open forums, anonymous survey

April 5, 2024

An anonymous survey for students, faculty and staff is open through 5 p.m. on Tuesday, April 9. This follows open forums held the week of April 1 with Justin Schwartz, allowing the campus community to meet and ask questions of the Å·ÃÀ¿Ú±¬ÊÓƵ Boulder chancellor candidate.

Two students lying in the grass of Farrand Field on the first day of spring

Free things to do in April

April 4, 2024

This month brings finals prep, volunteer opportunities, the Earth Day tree walk, craft nights, mental health support, video games, goat yoga, musical performances, puppy playtime and more.

Pink spring blooms

Learning how to interrupt racism

April 4, 2024

Talking about racism at a historically white institution can feel tricky. But you have a vital role in creating a more equitable and just environment on campus and in the community. Here are ways to learn how to interrupt racism.

graduate students participating in a coding challenge

Computer science students take on Amazon coding challenge

April 3, 2024

The student-run Computer Science Graduate Professional Development Club and co-sponsors organized a student coding challenge with Amazon Web Services including prizes and networking opportunities.

Campus community member asks a question during a conference keynote session

Be a part of the new chancellor selection process

April 2, 2024

The fall 2024 semester will kick off with a new chancellor at Å·ÃÀ¿Ú±¬ÊÓƵ Boulder. As we enter the next stage of the process, all students are invited to attend an open forum on April 4 and enjoy free pizza, soda and dessert!

Red sunflower

Pick up seeds to grow Å·ÃÀ¿Ú±¬ÊÓƵ Boulder’s iconic red sunflower this Earth Day

April 1, 2024

Stop by Norlin Library’s east entrance on April 18 and April 22 to pick up your free red sunflower seed packets and learn about the flower’s unique history. Seeds will also be available for pickup at each of the campus libraries’ service desks.

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