Community Edition - Jan. 30, 2022
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Former special ops commander to tackle leadership in uncertain times in Feb. 28 talk
Stanley McChrystal, a retired four-star general and former commander of the nation’s premier military counter-terrorism force, will share his battle-tested leadership views during an on-campus talk Feb. 28.
Faculty Tuesdays bring wondrous performances to attendees—for free
This semester’s Faculty Tuesdays brings performances celebrating the legendary Broadway composer Stephen Sondheim, underrepresented composers and more.
Need something uplifting? Spring Festival of Choirs Feb. 6
Join all of the CU Boulder choirs as they look toward and welcome the beginning of the spring thaw with the joyous sounds of voices raised together in song.
CU Philharmonia to honor Florence Price in newly imagined orchestration Feb. 8
As part of a weekend honoring diverse women composers, join a full orchestration of “Seven Miniatures for Piano” comprising seven standalone pieces—each revealing different facets of Florence Price’s creative personality.
Persevering Legacy Feb. 9: A student performance of classical music and activism
The College of Music presents Persevering Legacy, a student concert that elevates stories of historically marginalized, diverse female composers to align classical music with social activism.
Research in Your Backyard
What the Marshall Fire can teach us as we prepare for future climate catastrophes
CU Boulder researchers from across campus have pivoted to study the aftermath of the Marshall Fire, hoping to learn from a tragedy in their own backyard and help prepare the country for the next “climate fire.”
Even minor exposure to light before bedtime may disrupt a preschooler’s sleep
A new study shows when preschoolers are exposed to even dim light in the hour before bedtime it can significantly lower levels of the sleep-promoting hormone melatonin, potentially disrupting sleep. The research serves as a reminder to parents to turn off electronics and dim the lights to promote healthy sleep in children.
ICYMI: As tensions in Ukraine increase, researcher worries for its people
This week, tensions in Eastern Europe escalated as Russia launched a wide-ranging military attack against Ukraine. “What about the people who will have to carry the burden of a war?” asks CU Boulder's John O'Loughlin who has spent 30 years studying the political attitudes of everyday Ukrainians.
In Focus

Follow along as several athletes with CU ties carry the torch of the university's proud history at the Olympic Games. Alpine skiers Kyle Taulman and Spencer Wood will compete in the Paralympic games March 4–13.
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