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Living on-campus Returning undergrad students can apply to live on campus in the residence halls or Bear Creek Apartments in Williams Village. More details about the application process and deadlines to apply for the 2020-2021 academic year will be available later this semester. ​ It may seem early, but now...

Sharing a living space with others can sometimes lead to miscommunication or differences of opinion. Disagreements are normal and bound to happen from time to time. How your student handles them can help create a living environment where everyone is happy. Working through disagreements can result in growth, learning and...

It’s common for many students to feel homesick, especially at the beginning of the fall semester. Even if students have been at CU Boulder for a year or two, they may still feel unsettled after being home for the summer. While feeling homesick is not fun, it can get better...

There is one thing that remains constant in life: change. Whether it’s moving away from home, living with a new roommate or starting a new job, many students are adjusting to change as they start a new academic year. And students aren’t the only ones experiencing change. Whether your student...

“Getting involved” can look different for every student, depending on where they are in their academic journey. Getting involved helps new students meet friends and find a close-knit community on campus. If your student is in their third or fourth year, they may be looking to add to their resume...

Summer brings plenty of opportunities to get outdoors, get some vitamin D and get active. Share these health tips with your student about outdoor exposure, biking and other summer activities so they can enjoy every minute of the months ahead! Outdoor exposure 300 days of sunshine combined with high altitudes...

Graduating from school can feel both exciting and disorienting. Whether your student is starting a new job, attending graduate school or taking time to figure out the next step, this stage comes with a variety of changes and potentially new challenges. We spoke with Counseling and Psychiatric Services (CAPS) to...

The right amount of stress can keep students motivated and working hard, but too much of it can take a toll on their wellbeing. It’s important for students to find healthy ways to manage stress, especially during finals and figuring out “what’s next” for the summer. Here’s our quick guide...

Ah, summer! For some students that means three months away from the stress of preparing for exams, managing projects and writing papers. For others it means taking more classes, working an internship or getting a part-time job. No matter what your student's plans are, they shouldn't let the summer slip...

Conflict happens, and is normal in your student’s relationships —whether it’s with a friend, roommate or family member. Conflict can be uncomfortable and challenging for many of us, but there are ways to have difficult conversations and navigate disagreements with others. Here are some tips to share with your student...