Faculty-Staff Edition - Aug. 26, 2022
Campus Community
Chancellor applauds student loan forgiveness
CU Boulder Chancellor Philip DiStefano commends the federal government plans to forgive thousands of dollars of student loan debt for borrowers across the country.
Faculty Leadership Institute announces this year’s fellows
The Office of Faculty Affairs is pleased to announce this year’s Faculty Leadership Institute fellows. This small group of faculty fellows will meet monthly, alternating between meeting with campus leaders and workshops focused on leadership development.
Research in Your Backyard
Cannabis legalization boosts use by double digits, new study suggests
Residents of states where cannabis has been legalized use marijuana 24% more frequently than those living in states where it remains illegal, according to new research published today in the journal Addiction.
As book bans rise, former teacher argues for letting kids read
As book bans rise across the country, Wendy Glenn, a CU Boulder professor and former English teacher, argues that reading books––even ones that make adults uncomfortable––is critical for the education of young people.
Events & Exhibits
Buffalo Bicycle Classic coming Sept. 11
The Elevations Credit Union Buffalo Bicycle Classic bike ride, which this year has nine courses for riders of all abilities, including the family-friendly Little Buff, raises scholarship funds for high-performing CU Boulder students who qualify for financial aid.