Published: March 11, 2019
Ralphie sculpture with Flatirons in background

This week brings the Sustainability and Social Impact Fair, Harry Potter Night, a town hall discussion on free speech and civil discourse and more.

Monday, March 11

Harry Potter Night

5–9 p.m.  The Connection
Join the UMC as we explore the magical world of Harry Potter! Wizarding crafts, magic-themed food/drinks, trivia and the showing of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone. Free for all CU students, faculty and staff with a valid Buff OneCard.


Tuesday, March 12

Coffee with a Cop

8–10 a.m.   Farrand Field
Stop by Farrand Field for free coffee, pastries and a chance to chat with members of the CU Boulder Police Department.

Pre-Health Panel

5:30 p.m.  UMC 384
Interested in a health career after graduation but not sure where to start? Join CU's Medicine Book Club for a panel of students who can answer questions and offer tips about application, research opportunities, volunteering and more. Free pizza too.


Wednesday, March 13

Catch a ride with Lucky Lifts

March 13–14  Across campus
If you see a St. Patrick’s Day themed golf cart on campus, you might be able to catch a ride to class on a Lucky Lift! Lucky Lifts is similar to Cash Cab, where students have the opportunity to answer trivia questions and win prizes while getting a ride around campus. Be on the lookout for Lucky Lifts Wednesday and Thursday.

Free speech and civil discourse: A town hall discussion

6:30–8:30 p.m.   Old Main Chapel​
Join CUSG and the Keller Center for a town hall discussion of free speech and civil discourse featuring Colorado House Speaker K.C. Becker and Colorado State Sen. Owen Hill. Becker and Hill will share their knowledge on how to improve civil discourse and overcome political differences in the current political climate. The event is free and open to all CU Boulder students, faculty and the general public.

Need more things to do?

Campus Events Calendar


Thursday, March 14

Sustainability and Social Impact Fair

5–7 p.m. UMC West Ballroom
Do you desire to find meaningful work that can make a real difference in your community or around the world? Perhaps that means a career in a government agency, non-profit organization, research organization, education or sustainable environmental fields. Join us for a night of networking with organizations looking to hire passionate students who desire a career with a cause.

Ralphie’s Cooking Basics

5:30–7:30 p.m.  Center for Student Involvement
For all of you sushi lovers out there: Come learn to roll your own sushi! Join the Center for Student Involvement (CSI) for a special Ralphie's Cooking Basics where you learn how to make your own sushi. Participation is limited to the first 75 student attendees, so be sure to arrive early and get your spot!


Friday, March 15

St. Patrick’s Day coffee hour

4–5:30 p.m.  The Connection
Come celebrate St. Patrick's day at our weekly International Coffee Hour! We'll have games, gold, green galore! Open the the entire CU Boulder community.

Get Lucky with Drag Queen Bingo

8–10 p.m.  UMC 235
Join the Center for Student Involvement  and local drag superstars Jessica L'whor and Kai Lee Mykels for your chance to win awesome prizes such as: Nintendo Switch, Apple Airpods, TV and soundbar, Sonos speakers, tablets and speakers. Sashay down the runaway to UMC 235.

Friday Night Films: On the Basis of Sex

8–11 p.m.  Chem 140
All rise for the fight of the century! Join Program Council and watch On the Basis of Sex. Starring Felicity Jones as Ruth Bader Ginsburg in her fight to overturn a century of gender discrimination within the U.S. Court of Appeals. Free admission.