Virtual Grad Student Visit - Spring 2021
The CU Boulder Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering is a world-class center of research and education dedicated to cutting-edge science and engineering in a variety of exciting scientific fields. Being a graduate student here means more than just earning your PhD—it means learning from some of the best researchers in the world, while living and working in one of the best cities in the country.
March 12, 2021
All times listed are Mountain Time.
| 8:00 a.m. | Chair's Welcome Introductions Program Overview |
| 8:45 a.m. | Transition Time |
| 9:00 a.m. | Faculty Meeting |
| 9:30 a.m. | Transition Time |
| 9:35 a.m. | Faculty Meeting |
| 10:05 a.m. | Transition Time |
| 10:10 a.m. | Faculty Meeting |
| 10:40 a.m. | Transition Time |
| 11:00 a.m. | Biological Engineering Overview GAANN Fellowship Overview |
| 11:30 a.m. | Transition Time |
| Noon | Lunch |
| 1:00 p.m. | Transition Time |
| 1:15 p.m. | Faculty Meeting |
| 1:45 p.m. | Transition Time |
| 1:50 p.m. | Faculty Meeting |
| 2:20 p.m. | Transition Time |
2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. | Student Panel |
| 3:40 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. | Optional Recruit Time (No faculty or current grad students present) |
| 5:00 p.m. | Graduate Student Socialization Time |
Graduate program and department overview slides - Associate Professor and Associate Chair (Grad Program) Joel Kaar
"Why pursue a Ph.D in Biological Engineering?" slides by Associate Professor Andrew Goodwin
Faculty looking to recruit graduate students have provided brief presentations on their research and work. Find out more by watching the playlist below.
Please do not distribute these videos, as they are for recruiting purposes only.
Learn more about ChBE research here.
Learn more about the faculty groups and labs here.
- You can read the department's statement on diversity and inclusion here.
- The College of Engineering and Applied Science at the University of Colorado Boulder is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and academically excellent community. Learn more about the college's programs and resources for every student.
- CU Boulder Disability Services provides support for students with disabilities.
- Student organizations including Out in STEM, the National Society of Black Engineers, the Society of Women Engineers and many more are active at CU.
Learn more about the Jennie Smoly Caruthers Biotechnology Building, home of the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering.
- CU Boulder offers a number of videos for potential students, from a virtual campus tour, a Boulder bucket list and much more.
- Take a virtual guided walking tour.
- Check out Ralphie's List, CU's own off-campus housing and neighborhood relations site.
- The Boulder Convention & Visitors Bureau website lists many fun and exciting attractions and events.
- The City of Boulder website can give you insight about the services available to residents.
Questions about the graduate program? Contact:
Senior Graduate Program Specialist
Dominique de Vangel
Chemical Engineering
Associate Professor Joel Kaar
Biological Engineering
Associate Professor Andrew Goodwin