Bud Coleman holds the mace during the 2022 commencement ceremony

Meet the commencement marshal Bud Coleman

April 18, 2024

Bud Coleman relishes his role as the leader of the campuswide commencement ceremony. He discusses what it's like to lead––plus his favorite parts of––the event. He also shares background on some of the commencement traditions, including the mace and academic hoods.

Harsha Gangadharbatla in the classroom

The head—and the back—of the class

April 17, 2024

Harsha Gangadharbatla loves the challenge of inspiring students who sit in the last row of the lecture hall. His attention to his craft and his classes led to a prestigious teaching award from the American Academy of Advertising last month.

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Canvas ‘discussions and announcements’ changes to take effect May 10

April 17, 2024

Canvas will be enforcing their discussions and announcements redesign at CU Boulder starting on May 10, rather than later, to minimize disruption for summer courses.

Anchor Carl Quintanilla interviews Denver Mayor Mike Johnston

Alum Carl Quintanilla says Boulder deserves national attention

April 16, 2024

Anchor Carl Quintanilla is proud to feature his hometown metropolis in the CNBC’s “Cities of Success” and how CU Boulder shaped his career as a journalist.

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9 things everyone should know about cannabis

April 16, 2024

Cannabis and its active components, such as THC and CBD, exist in many forms and strengths and can affect people in different ways. If you are thinking about using, are currently using or have friends who use cannabis, here are some things to consider.

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.

CU Buff Bus

How to save money with sustainable choices

April 12, 2024

Sustainable habits benefit the planet, but many also offer excellent ways to save money. Here are small actions that can make a big difference.

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3 tips for managing burnout

April 12, 2024

If you’re struggling to finish out the semester or manage daily stressors, here are a few tips to help you identify burnout, mediate its effects and find support.

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6 things everyone should know about study drugs

April 11, 2024

As we prepare for exams and projects, it may be tempting for some to use “study drugs” to try and get ahead. If you choose to use substances to prepare or cope, here are a few things you should know.

Kate Chambers poses with her prizes at the Addy awards

In design, finding creative excellence outside her comfort zone

April 11, 2024

Before winning a statewide best-in-show award, Kate Chambers was among the more experienced students in her master’s cohort. Her success, she said, came from professors who pushed her to try new things.

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