This week brings to campus a firefly exhibit opening, meditation, guided painting, soccer and football games, the Take Care Street Fair, a mac 'n' cheese bar and more.

Monday, Sept. 15

NASA Days

  9 a.m.–2:15 p.m.   SMEAD Aerospace Building, Room 114
Stop by to meet NASA personnel and learn more about the Johnson Space Center, current missions including the Artemis Program and the International Space Station, and get information on internship and career opportunities. If you can't make it on Monday, stop by on Tuesday between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. at Kittredge Central, Room N114. Registration is required.

I Love Mondays: Mac ’n cheese bar

  2–3 p.m.   UMC, North Dining Room
Start your Monday off right! Enjoy a snack and learn about ways you can get involved at CU Boulder.

Latiné Heritage Month Kickoff

  3–6 p.m.   UMC 235
Celebrate Latiné Heritage Month with a bang! Join us for an epic event filled with free food, including delicious elote preparado (prepared corn) and a variety of Latin American snacks. Enjoy amazing music and performances that will get you dancing and having a blast. This event is free and open to all, so bring your friends and let's make some unforgettable memories together! Hosted by the Center for Culture Connection and Community and the Center for Student Involvement.

Billiards tournament

  7–9 p.m.   The Connection
Rack ’em up and show off your skills in our 8-ball and 9-ball tournament. Free to enter. Sign-up starts at 6 p.m. at the front desk. Prizes for top finishers.

Tuesday, Sept. 16

Find Your Internship!

  1–2 p.m.   C4C S435
Don’t know where to start or feel stuck in your internship search? No problem! Join Career Services to learn about strategies for finding, applying for and successfully getting internships.

University Libraries drop-in hours

  2–4 p.m.   C4C N238
Stop by Access+ for drop-in library hours. Get support with conducting research, navigating library resources and general tips and tricks for large research projects.

First-Gen Student Workshop | Career Services Pop-up

  4–6 p.m.   C4C, Abrams Lounge
First-gen Buffs, kick off your career journey with a quick, helpful presentation. Stick around to connect with Career Services staff and fellow students at themed tables and leave with more confidence about your next steps!

Opening reception: 'Desire Lines'

  5–7 p.m.   Earth Sciences & Map Library
Stop by the opening reception for the exhibit "Desire Lines: Charting Firefly Love and Light." Explore the world of fireflies through a blend of art, science and geography, presenting data and creative interpretations to deepen your appreciation for their nocturnal ecosystems and the connection between living light, creativity and nature. Free refreshments!

DIY Night: Open craft

  5–7 p.m.   UMC 235
Feeling creative? Join this weekly craft program on Tuesday evenings! All supplies provided and space is limited. Registration in BuffConnect is free and required to participate.

Poker Night

  7–9 p.m.   The Connection
Ready to raise, bluff and go all in? Join our free Texas Hold’em tournament—no pressure, just cards, competition and a shot at some sweet prizes. Free to enter and open to all skill levels. Sign-up starts at 6 p.m. at the front desk. Prizes for top finishers.

Wednesday, Sept. 17

Stress Less

  2–4 p.m.   C4C N238
Take a break and unwind at this monthly stress reduction event. Make your own slime, aromatherapy roll-ons and stress balls. Snacks and supplies provided. Drop in, de-stress and connect!

Western Civilization Showdown Trivia

  6–7:30 p.m.   Kittredge Central, North Wing, second floor, Benson Center Suite (N221)
Group up and prove your Buff herd is the most cultured, or at least top two, and win a prize ranging from gift cards, Yetis, T-shirts and more! Register for free food!

Sleep Well, Live Well

  7–8 p.m.   Village Center, Wellness Suite
Tired of late-night scrolling and groggy mornings? Join us for a quick, engaging session on sleep hygiene and learn practical tips to help you rest and recharge. Then, get creative and build your own sleep kit—mix a custom aromatherapy blend, grab a sleep mask, sip calming herbal tea and more. Leave with tools to help you wind down and wake up refreshed.

Thursday, Sept. 18

AI Career Boost: Leveraging AI for Job Search and Development

  11–11:45 a.m.   Virtual
Step into the world of artificial intelligence and discover how it’s reshaping the future of work. At this event, you’ll learn about how AI is transforming the job market, tools to use AI in your career planning and insights to stay ahead in a tech-driven world. Whether you're curious or career-focused, this is your chance to level up with AI.

Sound Bath Meditation

  12:15–12:45 p.m.   CU Art Museum
Join in for a restorative sound bath meditation. Designed to relax your body and mind with healing music, the sound vibrations will help guide your consciousness toward a calm and peaceful state of mind.

Native Arts and Crafts Night

  5–6:30 p.m.   C4C N320
Join your fellow Buffs for Native Arts and Crafts. This is a casual makerspace to build community and work on projects. Materials will be provided, and you can also bring your own projects to work on.

Buffs vs. Kansas State soccer

  7 p.m.   Prentup Field
Cheer on the women's soccer team as they take on the Kansas State Wildcats under the lights at Prentup Field.

Free Fiske Thursdays

  7–8 p.m.   Fiske Planetarium
Grab your Buff OneCard and head over to Fiske Planetarium to enjoy Free Fiske Thursdays! All 7 p.m. shows and star talks are free for CU Boulder students on Thursdays. 

Buffalo Nites: Guided painting class

  8–10 p.m.   UMC Glenn Miller Ballroom
Join your fellow art aficionados to create a work of art even the beginning painter can be proud of! Take some time to relax and learn from a pro with all supplies included. Please pre-register for the event to guarantee your spot. Registration will open one week before the event.

Program Council presents: Club 156 show with Rob Drabkin and Sophie Storms

  8–10 p.m.   The Connection
Come on down to Club 156 for live music presented by CU Boulder Program Council!

Friday, Sept. 19

Cozy Gaming: Farming Simulators

  3–7 p.m.   UMC Gaming Lounge
Cozy games with friends are the best way to unwind from a stressful week. Play your favorites or try something new in good company!

Take Care Street Fair

  2–4 p.m.   UMC Fountain Area
Enjoy this Family Weekend celebration of health and wellness!! Free and open to all Buffs and their families—enjoy activities and resources including:

• Flu shots for students
• Free resources and swag
• Self-care activities
• Arts and crafts
• Fitness challenges
• Chair massage
• Succulent plants
• Music and games

Wheelchair Intramural Pickleball

   4–8 p.m.   Rec Center
Looking for a fun, inclusive way to stay active and meet new people? Try Wheelchair Intramural Pickleball—no experience needed! It's fast-paced, easy to learn and open to all skill levels and abilities. Adaptive equipment available.

Buffs vs. Colorado State volleyball

  7 p.m.   CU Events Center
Cheer on the women's volleyball team as they take on the Colorado State Rams in the "Battle for the Golden Spike." Buffs wear white. CU students with a valid Buff OneCard get free admission in general admission seating.

'The Fast and the Furious': Program Council Friday Night Film

  7 p.m.   Benson Earth Sciences, Benson Lawn
Join Program Council and the CU Car Club to watch "The Fast and the Furious" on the big screen—for free!

Colorado's Buffalo Skies: The Fall Equinox at CU

  Sept. 19, 21   Fiske Planetarium
Curious about the Colorado Skies above Boulder? Wondering what the equinox is all about? Join Fiske Planetarium on a deep dive into this astronomically significant day and explore the constellations of autumn.

Back to School at the Climbing Gym

  7–9 p.m.   Rec Center
Class is in session…on the wall! Show your school spirit and climb your way through CU trivia, math equations and other tricky exam questions. Earn your grade and climbing report card and rack up that extra credit, because, here, the only way to pass is to send!

Saturday, Sept. 20

Buffs vs. University of Wyoming

  8:15 p.m.   Folsom Field
Come cheer on the Buffs as they take on the University of Wyoming Cowboys in this Saturday night showdown!