Buff Bulletin Board

The Buff Bulletin Board, a listing of campus announcements, is a service of Campus Communications.

 

Pick up free Naloxone at Medical Services

Partying this weekend? Pick up free Naloxone at Medical Services. Naloxone is indicated for the reversal of opioid overdose induced by natural or synthetic opioids in the setting of respiratory depression or unresponsiveness. Naloxone can be picked up at Health Promotion (3rd floor) upon request, without a prescription.

What’s that noise? Folsom Field sound system to undergo testing Aug. 15–26

The roar of the crowd that is a Folsom Field staple will receive a boost this season with the addition of a state-of-the-art sound system that will be tested for the first time Aug. 15–26.  

Students and faculty returning to campus for the fall semester, as well as community members in the proximity of the stadium, are likely to hear a variety of noises during that testing period, including music, that at times will be loud.  These tests are necessary to ensure the system is completely functional in time for the first football game of the season. Testing will begin at 8 a.m. and will generally be concluded by 5 p.m. daily.    

“These much-needed and long overdue sound system improvements will greatly enhance the visitor experience not just for football games but any event at Folsom Field,” said Jason DePaepe, CU Boulder deputy athletic director. “From an entertainment standpoint, as well as providing important PA messaging, this new sound system will make attending an event at Folsom Field even more exciting.”   

Fans will be able to hear the new fully functional sound system for themselves when the CU Buffs begin their 2022 football season at Folsom Field on Sept. 2 against TCU.

Check out available history courses for fall 2022

If you need a course to fill out your fall schedule, the following history courses are available, some of which have only recently been added.

History of War and Society: The Soviet Union and World War II (HIST2220-001)
MWF 3:35–4:25 p.m.
John Hatch, Class# 20943

History of War and Society: World War II in Asia & the Pacific (HIST2220-002)
MWF 9:05–9:55 a.m.
William Wei, Class# 22876

China in World History: China & The US (HIST2629-001)
MWF 12:20–1:10 p.m.
Timothy B. Weston, Class# 34353

New! England from the Viking Age to the Tudors (HIST4103-001)
MW 3:35–4:50 p.m.
David Paradis, Class# 42129

New! The History of Modern Mexico Since 1821 (HIST4128-001)
MWF 10:10–11 a.m.
Tony Wood, Class# 41189

New! Topics in Jewish History: Antisemitism (HIST4348-001)
TTH 9:30–10:45 a.m.
Thomas Pegelow Kaplan, Class# 41186

Buddha to Gandhi: A History of Indian Nonviolence (HIST4558-001)
TTH 8–9:15 a.m.
Sanjay Gautam, Class# 34381

Women in East Asian History (HIST/WGST 4619-001)
TTH 9:30–10:45 a.m.
Sungyun Lim, Class# 40692

The Medieval Crusades: Holy War and Its History, 1095-1400 (HIST4711-001)
MWF 9:05–9:55 a.m.
Todd Upton, Class# 21053  

History of Russia through the 17th Century (HIST4713-001)
MWF 11:15 a.m.–12:05 p.m.
John Hatch, Class# 34383    

New! Topics in Global History: Latin America in World History (HIST4800-001)
MWF 12:20–1:10 p.m.
Tony Wood, Class# 41185

Topics in Euro Hist: Trials and Triumphs on the Emerald Isle: The Irish People and Their Histories (HIST4803-001)
MWF 3:35–4:25 p.m.
Andrew Detch, Class# 34384

Visit the History Department website for a detailed description of each course. These courses meet a variety of general education, core, major and elective needs. Check the course search to see if any of these great courses might work for you!

Take the 'Goodie Bag' food survey

CU Boulder students are building a platform that will allow restaurants to sell their surplus food at a significant discount to customers in the form of a "Goodie Bag." To help launch the platform, take a survey to help determine which restaurants will be included.

Go all in with Alternative Breaks, apply to be a site leader

Go all in! Alternative Breaks sends teams of college students to engage in meaningful service during their breaks from school. This week-long journey over spring break provides students with the opportunity to explore the United States while making a difference through service, reflecting upon their experience and creating long-lasting connections with others.

Gain valuable leadership experience as site leader. Each trip is led by two co-site leaders who are responsible for planning all aspects of the trip, which includes:

  • Solidifying a service site and housing
  • Recruiting participants
  • Facilitating pre-trip meetings
  • Leading the group during the trip
  • Managing a trip budget
  • Creating safe spaces for learning and reflection
  • Implementing the philosophies of the Volunteer Resource Center and Alternative Breaks program

The deadline to apply is Sept. 19.

Leeds School dean search kicks off; Keith Molenaar named committee chair

CU Boulder Provost Russell Moore today announced the campus is launching a national search for a new dean of the Leeds School of Business, with the goal of announcing a hire no later than the spring semester of 2023.

“We are seeking an experienced, collaborative and visionary leader who can build on the many strengths of the Leeds School of Business for the benefit of our students, faculty, staff, alumni and all the school’s many stakeholders,” said Moore.

Moore said Keith Molenaar, the dean of the College of Engineering and Applied Science, will serve as the search advisory committee chair. 

The search advisory committee will be composed primarily of faculty, staff, students and external constituents of the Leeds School of Business, along with representation from other academic units in support of the school.

Nominations and volunteers for the search committee will be accepted via email through the end of business on Thursday, Aug. 25.

All employees must certify their leave balances by Sept. 7

Each year, per Board of Regents policy, the University of Colorado requires all employees to verify the accuracy of their sick and vacation leave in the employee portal. This year’s leave certification will run Aug. 8–Sept. 7.

All faculty, staff, student-employees, temporary staff and contracted lecturers will need to certify their leave.

Call for nominations: Honorary degrees, university medals, distinguished service awards

CU diploma cover

The deadline to nominate someone for honorary degrees, university medals and distinguished service awards is Sept. 15. Each year, the University of Colorado Board of Regents, along with faculty members from each campus, award individuals with these awards.

Honorary degrees are the highest award the University of Colorado can bestow. It is the policy of the Board of Regents to award honorary degrees in recognition of outstanding achievement in one or more of the following areas: intellectual contributions, university service, public service and/or philanthropy.

University medals are awarded in recognition of those persons whose achievements and contributions are particularly associated with the university.

Distinguished service awards are awarded in recognition of achievements and contributions particularly associated with the state and/or nation.

Tuition Assistance Benefit application period open for fall: Find out what's new

Education is an opportunity for personal and professional growth for everyone, which is why the University of Colorado offers the Tuition Assistance Benefit. For eligible faculty and staff, this generous CU benefit reduces the overall cost of higher education.

What's new?

Starting this semester, CU Denver will allow employees taking undergraduate courses to register seven calendar days prior to the first day of the semester or the first day of class, whichever is earlier. This brings all CU campuses into alignment, allowing registration seven days in advance for undergraduate and graduate courses.

Eligible CU faculty and staff can save on up to 9 credits per academic year (fall through summer) on any CU campus. Dependent assistance options vary based on the employee’s home campus and the campus in which the dependent attends.

The fall 2022 application for is now open for all four CU campuses.

Before you apply

It’s important to understand usage rules before you apply. Review the on-demand course, policies and campus deadlines on the Tuition Assistance Benefit webpage.

Access the application

  1. Log in to your employee portal.
  2. Open the CU Resources dropdown menu and select Forms.
  3. Click the Benefits tile; then click the Tuition Assistance Application tile.

Deadlines

Make sure you submit your application prior to the campus deadlines listed below:

  • Boulder: Sept. 15
  • Denver and Anschutz: Sept. 7 by 5 p.m.
  • Colorado Springs: Sept. 8

Student leaders needed: Call for International Festival volunteers, nominations

The International Festival (iFest) committee is looking for dedicated student leaders who are passionate about celebrating the cultural diversity we have here at CU Boulder!

International Festival is the largest student organized event on campus and is free and open to the public. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the committee is in need of new student leaders willing to serve as co-chairs to organize the festival. Co-chairs will gain valuable experience in leadership, budget management, cross-cultural communication and event planning—all great additions to a résumé!

If you advise a student who you think may be interested in leading the charge, please reach out to victoria.hoeninghausen@colorado.edu. International and domestic students of all academic levels are welcome to reach out. Learn more about this leadership role.

Get your student sports pass before they are sold out

CU Student Sports Passes for the 2022–23 sports year are now on sale. Passes will cost $150 and give you access to football games, the ability to claim tickets for men's basketball games, and admission to all other sports by showing your Buff OneCard. Get yours before they sell out!