Published: Dec. 6, 2018 By

This weekend brings CU on Friday, The Happytime Murders screening, silent disco on ice, chance to apply for the Eco-Social Justice Leadership Program, men's and women's basketball games and more.

Students walk across a snowy campusFriday, Dec. 7

CU on Friday

4–6 p.m.  The Connection
Students, faculty and staff are invited to CU on Friday, a fun UMC tradition! This month's event theme is “Home for the Holidays,” where you can decorate gingerbread houses and enjoy free chili and cornbread.

Program Council Film Series: The Happytime Murders

8 p.m.  Chem 140
Enjoy free admission and popcorn at this screening of The Happytime Murders.

“Detective Phil Philips is a down-on-his-luck puppet who used to work for the Los Angeles Police Department. When two puppets from an old TV show wind up dead, Phil suspects something is afoot and rejoins the LAPD as a consultant. Reunited with Connie Edwards, his former human partner, the bickering duo soon find themselves in a race against time to protect other former cast members before the killer strikes again.”

Fri-Yay Nights: Silent Disco on Ice

8:30–10:30 p.m.  Rec Center Ice Rink
Enjoy ice skating with friends at the Fri-Yay Nights silent disco—music will be broadcasted through wireless headphones. Skate rentals are free!


Saturday, Dec. 8

Apply for the Eco-Social Justice Leadership Program

Due Dec. 14
Are you interested in increasing your understanding of social, environmental and economic issues? Are you looking to build leadership skills and get to know others? Apply for the Eco-Social Justice Leadership Program! The semester-long, interactive program will give you the skills and innovative tools to advance sustainability and social justice efforts. Those who successfully complete the program will receive a certificate of completion.

CU men’s basketball vs. University of Illinois-Chicago

4 p.m.  CU Events Center
Come out and support the CU men's basketball team as they take on the University of Illinois-Chicago Flames.

Need more things to do?

On the Rocks: Fall Concert

6:30–9 p.m. VAC 1B20
The rumors are true...CU's all-women, rockstar a cappella choir's fall concert is right around the corner, featuring stellar harmonies, awkward dance moves and jams that will have you groovin' from your seat (and maybe even some Christmas tunes if you're lucky). 

Fall Design Expo

10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.  Integrated Teaching and Learning Laboratory and Discovery Learning Center
Come check out projects from dozens of budding engineers during the ITL Design Expo, where student groups from all engineering majors are invited to display their projects for judges, fellow students and the public.


Sunday, Dec. 9

Visit the finals website

colorado.edu/finals 
Find everything you need to know for finals in one place, including resources, tips on managing stress and the final exam schedule. Plus, find a list of pre-finals events to help you take a break, refuel with free food and finish the semester strong.

CU women’s basketball vs. Navy

 1 p.m.  CU Events Center
Support your women's basketball team as they take on the Navy Midshipmen women's basketball team.