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23 things to do: Enjoy Fall Fest, free lunch, coffee, more

23 things to do: Enjoy Fall Fest, free lunch, coffee, more

With the clocks set back now, it officially feels like fall! This week brings a Day of the Dead celebration; an election Stress(Less) event; International Coffee Hour; an open mic night; and more.

Monday, Nov. 4

Handshake Help Center: On-Campus Employment

10–10:30 a.m. | Virtual 
This is a workshop geared toward student employment assistance and updates—learn how effective Handshake can be to land an on-campus job!

Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) Celebration

11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. |​ Wolf Law commons
Mark your calendars for the Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) celebration! Please also consider submitting photos of loved one(s) who have passed to be printed and displayed on the ofrenda (altar), even if you can’t attend the event. 

Networking: The Basics and LinkedIn

Noon–1 p.m. |​ C4C S350
Learn about networking basics at this workshop. Find out how to network in a genuine way and take networking to the next level. We’ll also talk about LinkedIn—what it is and how to use it. This workshop will be held again Nov. 6.

I Love Mondays: Buffs Vote

2–3 p.m. |​ UMC north dining area 
Stop by for some cookies on your way to class and learn about different campus organizations.  

Study Café

5–7 p.m. |​ C4C N320 
Need a space to study or an accountability buddy? Join us at the Study Café in the Center for Inclusion and Social Change lobby. Free study snacks and productivity rewards provided. All first-generation students are welcome.

Trivia Night

7–9 p.m. | The Connection 
Come down to The Connection for trivia! Teams and individuals are welcome. Free to enter and sign-up starts at 6 p.m. at The Connection front desk. Prizes for top finishers! 

Tuesday, Nov. 5

Grateful Buffs: Postcards

11 a.m.–1 p.m. | Rec Center lobby 
Research shows that writing gratitude letters can increase your happiness and boost your mood. Learn more about the science of gratitude and write a postcard to someone you are grateful for. We will mail your letter anywhere around the world!

Pingpong tournament

7–9 p.m. | The Connection 
Come test your luck at a single or double knock-out pingpong tournament! Sign-up starts at 6 p.m. at The Connection front desk.

Wednesday, Nov. 6

Build a Buff Leadership Luncheons: Master Money Moves

11 a.m.–noon | UMC 330 
Learn how to manage your organization's money, from funding resources to budgeting tips and tricks. This event is a part of the Build a Buff Leadership Luncheons series.

Off-Campus/Commuter First-Gen Lunch

11 a.m.–noon | C4C Abrams Lounge
Calling all first-generation students living off campus or commuting to campus! Enjoy a free lunch and good company with Beyond Campus Buffs to kick off National First-Generation Celebration Week.

Election Stress(Less)

1–3 p.m. | Wardenburg, Room 321 
Are you feeling post-election stress? Join Health Promotion at Wardenburg to de-stress with DIY aromatherapy, ear seeding/acupressure and slime making.

Recovery Ally

 3:30–5 p.m. | Wardenburg, Room 321 
Connection plays an important role in recovery from substance use and other behaviors. Join this workshop to learn about recovery, ways to provide support and connect with community resources.

Super Smash Bros tournament

5–10 p.m. |​ The Connection 
Show off your skills at a Wednesday night Super Smash Bros tournament hosted by CU Gaming and The Connection!

Inclusive Excellence in Gaming: An Evening with John Romero

6–8:30 p.m. | CASE auditorium and Chancellor’s Hall
Celebrate excellence in gaming with John Romero. Born in Colorado and holding Mexican, Yaqui and Cherokee heritage, Romero is a director, designer, programmer and developer in the video game industry. He has helped develop classics like Doom, Wolfenstein 3D, Hexen and Quake. John will present on indigeneity and gaming remotely to a live audience in the CASE auditorium. Catering, provided by Tocabe, will also be served with a curated Q&A in the Chancellor's Hall.

Volleyball: Buffs vs. Utes

7 p.m. | CU Events Center
Support the womens's volleyball team as they tangle with the University of Utah Utes. Admission is free for all CU Boulder students with a valid Buff OneCard.

Thursday, Nov. 7

Native Strength Yoga Session

4–5 p.m. |​ UMC 457 
Join us for a special yoga session as we celebrate Native American Heritage Month! This unique class will honor the resilience, wisdom and traditions of Native American and Indigenous cultures through a blend of mindful yoga practices and mindfulness exercises. The first 30 participants get a free yoga mat!

UMC Fall Fest

5–7 p.m. | The Connection 
Celebrate the season with the UMC Board at Fall Fest! Enjoy free pizza and bowling, plus learn more about the UMC Board and getting involved.

Buffalo Nites: Party in The Connection

8–10 p.m. |​ The Connection 
Enjoy free bowling, billiards, pingpong and karaoke at The Connection! 

National First-Generation College Celebration Day

6–8 p.m. | UMC Glenn Miller Ballroom 
Join fellow Buffs for food, games, music and giveaways at the annual National First-Generation College Celebration Day! All first-generation students are welcome. 

Friday, Nov. 8

International Coffee Hour

4–5:30 p.m. |​ UMC, across from the Alferd Packer Grill
Stop by for free coffee, tea, snacks and conversation! International Coffee Hour is open to all members of the CU community. Students, faculty, staff– everyone is welcome!

Extreme Bowling

7–10 p.m. |​ The Connection 
Enjoy the fun of bowling with black lights, colored lane lights and colored pins. It’s the only extreme bowling you’ll find in Boulder—and it’s fun for everyone! Standard bowling rates apply.

Friday Night Film Series: ‘Better Off Dead’

8 p.m. | CHEM 140 
Join Program Council to watch “Better Off Dead” on the big screen—for free! 

Saturday, Nov. 9

Volleyball: Buffs vs. Bearcats

7 p.m. | CU Events Center
Support the womens's volleyball team as they take on the University of Cincinnati Bearcats. Admission is free for all CU Boulder students with a valid Buff OneCard.

Buffs After Dark: Open Mic Night

8–10 p.m. | Village Center multipurpose rooms 
Join Program Council for a fun night showcasing CU Boulder talent!