Faculty-Staff Edition - July 23, 2024
Campus Community
New vice chancellor for sustainability position, other sustainability initiatives announced
Chancellor Justin Schwartz has announced several actions to further establish CU Boulder as a global leader in sustainability. The university will partner with Pivot Energy to add 5 megawatts of solar energy to the local grid and is committing tax credit savings to campus decarbonization efforts.
CU ski team visits White House for College Champions Day
The Colorado ski team was one of several NCAA Championship teams at the White House that were celebrated at the College Champions Day.
Volunteer for Fall Welcome
Enthusiastic volunteers are needed to make Fall Welcome and move-in a positive and exciting experience. Review the variety of roles and sign up to participate.
CU Boulder author Erin Block earns Colorado Book Award for poetry
Erin Block, e-resources metadata and reporting manager at the University Libraries, shares her thoughts on winning the 2024 Colorado Book Award for poetry and process for writing her debut poetry collection “How You Walk Alone in the Dark.”
Faculty Takes
With Biden out and Harris in, here’s what to expect
Colorado Law professor Doug Spencer gives his take on Biden's decision to exit the race, the impacts on the president's legacy and the work ahead for Vice President Kamala Harris.
Research Updates
Converting captured carbon to fuel: Study assesses what’s practical and what’s not
A new analysis sheds light on major shortfalls of a recently proposed approach to capture CO2 from air and directly convert it to fuel using electricity. The authors also provide a new, more sustainable, alternative.
Events & Exhibits
Getting Things Done training Aug. 6, 8
Learn powerful methods to capture, clarify and organize incoming requests to increase your focus on your most meaningful work, creating mental space for innovation and the conditions to achieve stress-free productivity.
3 quick ways to use ChatGPT to improve your work day—Aug. 13
If you're looking to explore artificial intelligence, join the Ombuds Office for a concise session filled with practical tools to enhance your workday. In just 30 minutes, learn how AI tools can significantly improve and streamline your daily tasks.