This week brings to campus Startups & Sandwiches, the on-campus student job fair, Wellness Wednesday and more.
Monday, Sept. 9
Trivia Night
7 p.m. UMC 415
Looking for a fun Monday night activity? Sign up for trivia night! Every Monday night at the University Memorial Center, test your knowledge of everything from celebrities to sports to history and more. This week’s theme is Parks and Rec! Teams and individuals are welcome, and prizes are awarded to top finishers.
Probably Novel Podcast - Subekshya Bidari
7–8 p.m. radio1190.org
Join Spas Angelov, Maria Marquez, and Perrin Ruth on the first live show of this Academic Year to discuss about exciting STEM research conducted at the University of Colorado. Participate by e-mailing a question to probablynovel@gmail.com. This week’s guest is Subekshya Bidari, a student of Zach Kilpatrick in APPM, who studies the foraging behavior of honeybee swarms in changing environments.
Tuesday, Sept. 10
Startups & Sandwiches - Ian MacGregor, Co-Founder & CEO @ Skratch Labs
12:30–1:30 p.m. Koelbel Building: Leeds School of Business, S318
Book a seat at the table to hear the story of Skratch Labs, creator of drink mixes & nutrition supplements loved by athletes worldwide and the 82nd fastest growing private company in the U.S. Learn how Ian's been instrumental in the growth of this Boulder-based health juggernaut. RSVP is required. Free for all CU Students.
On-Campus Student Job Fair
2–6 p.m. UMC South Terrace Tent and Aspen Rooms
Visit and interact with departments within the Division of Student Affairs who are hiring student employees for fall 2019. Network with staff, apply for available jobs and learn more about the variety of student jobs available on campus! Hourly and work study positions are available. Open to all current undergraduate and graduate students. Bring resumes, questions and yourself in business-casual attire.
CU Bike Fest
3–6 p.m. Farrand Field
BikeFest is a day of bike community, culture, fun and information for the CU Boulder community. Stop by and learn the many ways that you can enjoy and utilize bikes and sustainable transportation in Boulder.
Wednesday, Sept. 11
Wellness Wednesday: Planting Succulents
2–4 p.m. Wardenburg 3rd floor
Take home an adorable, little succulent! Engage in activities regarding personal wellness, create self-care plans and leave with health and wellness resources at this weekly program.
Silicon Flatirons - Entrepreneurs Unplugged: Yoav Lurie and Justin Segall, Uplight
5:30–7 p.m. Wolf Law, Wittemyer Courtroom
Join this evening event to learn how a successful startup is created as well as an opportunity to network. Each Entrepreneurs Unplugged meeting features food, drink, and most importantly an experienced entrepreneur to discuss his/her startup experiences. RSVP is required. Free for all CU students.
Video Game Tournament: Madden 20 (PS4)
7 p.m. UMC 415
Are you a gamer? Want bragging rights? Here’s your chance! Join the Madden 20 video game tournament. Sign up starts at 6 p.m.. Free to enter. Tournament formats are double elimination and/or round robin.
Thursday, Sept. 12
Ralphie’s Cooking Basics: French Toast
5:30–7:30 p.m. Village Center Dining and Community Commons
Join your fellow Buffs to learn how to make some delicious french toast! All materials will be provided. If you are interested in participating in a cooking class, the sign-up sheet will start at 5:15 p.m. at the base of the stairs of the Village Center Dining and Community Commons Space is limited to the first fifteen people who sign up, so please be sure to arrive early and wear closed-toed shoes!
Friday, Sept. 13
Talking Food Waste - Moving the Conversation Forward
5–8:30 p.m. Sustainability, Energy and Environment Community (SEEC), C120
Come hear food waste and surplus experts - Dana Gunders, Robert Egger, Nicole Civita, and Ashley Zanolli - redefine and explore the future of this increasingly important issue. Afterward, stick around for a networking event with light refreshments.
