Alumni Stories

  • Family CU Buffs costumes
    This Homecoming, Buffs on Tap invites CU Boulder alumni to BOO-ze their way through Halloween. And what better way to celebrate than a CU-themed costume contest? Grab your buffalo horns, chill your pint glass and join us from
  • Chip with fans at a football game
    Chip, CU Boulder’s beloved buffalo mascot, brings energy and pride to events on and off campus. From game days to cheer competitions, he represents Buffs spirit. Check out 10 fun facts about Chip.
  • Volunteer with CU Boulder Alumni Association. From mentoring and service projects to local events and one-time opportunities, volunteering connects Forever Buffs everywhere while building community, friendships and professional networks.
  • Student studying at Norlin Library
    Choosing a major is one of the biggest decisions college students make, and at CU Boulder, certain programs consistently lead the pack. Here are CU Boulder’s Fall 2024 most popular undergraduate majors by enrollment, which shows where students focus their time.
  • Chip running with the football team
    There’s no better time to come together as Buffs than Homecoming Weekend. We’ve mapped out all the key events to help you make the most of your return to campus.
  • Campus with the flatirons in the back
    Think you’ve done it all at CU Boulder? From Ralphie runs to Flatiron hikes, it’s time to find out how Buff you are. Track your CU Boulder adventures with this ultimate Forever Buffs bucket list!
  • Amanda Giguere
    Forever Buff Amanda Giguere’s work as the Director of Outreach at the Colorado Shakespeare Festival (CSF) has turned this idea into a mission for change through theatre.
  • Folsom Field
    Whether you’re a die-hard fan, a proud alum or simply love the spirited atmosphere of college football, there’s nothing quite like game day in Boulder. From tailgates at Folsom Field to game watches across the country, CU knows
  • Pearl Street, Downtown Boulder
    Boulder’s food scene is as diverse and dynamic as the city itself. From budget-friendly bites near campus to globally inspired dishes and laid-back spots brimming with local character, there's something here for every craving
  • Harold Abrams
    From storytelling in blue books to interviewing Stevie Wonder, Forever Buff Harold Abrams has used storytelling as a positive force to spotlight the voices of Black and LGBTQI+ communities, as well as other people of color.
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