Faculty-Staff Edition - Feb. 10, 2022
I want to acknowledge campus initiatives offering opportunities for our community to connect, learn, share perspectives and expand our understanding of one another. These uplifting and inspirational events are taking place as we continue to heal and recover from recent local tragedies. They are also occurring as many of us struggle to process recent sad and disturbing events.
Campus Community
COVID-19 campus update: Feb. 10 issue
In this week’s update, get reminders about the upcoming COVID-19 vaccination booster requirement, mask requirements and distribution, and what to do following a positive COVID-19 diagnosis if you are student, faculty or staff.
Save April 21 for Campus Sustainability Summit: Nominate, present, attend
Get involved this year by proposing a presentation or booth, nominating others for awards, applying for seed funding, entering the president's student challenge, attending a student workshop, adding the event to your syllabus and more.
Learn about CU Boulder Alerts, spring test March 15
As part of our continuous assessment of our emergency notification protocols and procedures, campus officials will test the CU Boulder Alerts system between noon and 1 p.m. on Tuesday, March 15.
CU Police Commander Paula Balafas to become Pac-12’s 5th female chief of police
Balafas, a CU Boulder alumna, has taken the top job at the University of Arizona Police Department, helping the Pac-12 conference lead the way in women in policing.
Events & Exhibits
Gear up for Winter Bike to Work Day Feb. 11
Join cyclists around the world braving the elements and riding to work. The Environmental Center will be handing out breakfast burritos, gluten-free vegan cookies and some fun bike program swag.
Groundbreaking, beautiful and unapologetically Black: The everlasting vision of Alvin Ailey Feb. 16
Dance company Ailey II comes to Macky Auditorium to spread iconic choreographer Alvin Ailey’s message of a more inclusive dance world. Learn more about Ailey's legacy, buy tickets and plan to attend.
Join a fireside chat Feb. 17 with Jessica Rosenworcel, Phil Weiser
Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser and Federal Communications Commission Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel will discuss current topics in communications policy. After their one-on-one fireside chat, a panel discussion will follow.
Dig into the hidden world of algorithms Feb. 17
The College of Media, Communication and Information is hosting its next One College Colloquium: Racialized Algorithms—A Conversation with Meredith Broussard. Join the free, virtual event for a deep dive into the hidden world of algorithms—including how they reflect and impact our society.