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We asked Buff families to share their words of encouragement for their student during finals. Read their responses below! “Get some sleep, stay focused. You GOT this!!!” “I sent a sweet note with a gift card to Insomnia Cookies to brighten her spirits!” “I remind my student to take breaks...

After enough late nights and early mornings, feeling sleepy can seem like another part of the college experience for your student. But sleep is vital to overall health—research shows that getting 7-9 hours of restful sleep every night makes a world of difference for cognitive functioning, mood, metabolism, memory, immune...

Whether your student is considering a summer internship, full-time job or further education, fall break can be a great time to check in with them about their future plans. Here are a few tips for talking with your student about their future. Listen and check in Many students feel anxiety...

We asked Buff families to share a club or student organization their student has joined that they would recommend to a fellow Buff looking to get involved. Read their responses below! “Colorado Ocean Coalition.” Their mission is to develop a two-way relationship with the oceans and water. Those who live...

Germs spread fast, especially on college campuses. With the arrival of cold and flu season, there are steps your student can take to stay healthy. Some of these tips may seem like common sense, but they are good reminders for all of us! Getting vaccinated From the flu to meningitis,...

Did you know? Many companies travel to CU Boulder and reserve space on campus to conduct interviews with interested and qualified student candidates. This process is all managed through Handshake, CU’s online platform for students to find internships and jobs. After students apply through Handshake, employers review resumes and inform...

Before your student signs a lease, it’s crucial that they read and understand the document fully. It may be tempting to skim through it, but they could miss important information in a legally binding contract. With many students preparing to sign a lease for next year’s housing, here are some...

Between midterms, cold and flu season and daylight saving time around the corner, this time of the year can be stressful. While students may experience various levels of stress, anxiety or other mental health concerns throughout the year, these levels might be on the rise this month. Finding help on...

Family members are crucial partners in the academic success of their student. It’s important to have an open and ongoing dialogue with students about important issues, especially when your student may be exposed to situations involving alcohol and drugs. The use of alcohol and drugs can affect a student's social...

Getting ready for midterms can sometimes feel overwhelming. But it’s possible for students to prepare without pulling all-nighters. With the right study strategies, your student can stay focused and organized. Here are some tips to help support your student as they get ready for midterms. Plan study sessions Sometimes the...