Student Life
Knowing your rights can help you navigate interactions with police, whether you’re pulled over, participating in a demonstration or stopped in public. Learn what to do, what you can say or decline and when to ask for an attorney, with guidance from CU Boulder Student Legal Services.
CU Boulder has launched a new department and home for first-generation student resources, support and community. Learn how students can connect with programs and opportunities, how faculty and staff can get involved and what’s ahead for CU Boulder’s growing first-generation community.
Your voice can help shape your experience at CU Boulder and the broader community. Explore ways to get involved, including participating in CU Student Government, voting, joining a student board or committee and engaging with issues that matter to you.
Thinking about living off campus next year? Fall is a good time to explore your options, but you don’t have to rush to sign a lease. Learn when more rentals become available, what to consider during your housing search and how Off-Campus Life can help.
Shorter days and changing fall weather can affect how you get around campus and Boulder. Learn simple ways to stay visible after dark, secure your home, avoid attracting bears and prepare for outdoor activities. Plus, find CU Boulder resources that can help you get home safely this fall.
Fall has arrived in Boulder! Celebrate the change of season, meet new people and explore the city with these indoor and outdoor activities including football, food, crafts, entertainment and more.
Grocery shopping on a college budget can be challenging, but a little planning can help you save money, reduce food waste and make meals easier throughout the week. Whether you cook regularly or rely on quick meals, try these tips to make your grocery budget go further.
Meet the 12 students selected for the 2026 CU Boulder Homecoming Court and hear what being a Buff means to them. Learn more about this year’s court, then cast your vote for Homecoming Royalty by Oct. 1.
Looking for a place on campus to connect, unwind or just feel at home? CU Boulder’s coffee and tea shops are more than just spots to grab a drink—they’re where campus community happens.
From electric Buff Buses to eliminating single-use plastics from campus beverage services, CU Boulder continues to make changes to reduce waste and environmental impact. This fall, reusable takeout containers at select campus dining locations are one more step in that effort.