Faculty-Staff Edition - Nov. 4, 2022

A "vote here" sign in English and Spanish.

All in On Democracy

On the local ballot this season are big decisions about the future of Boulder, as well as the state and the nation, and CU Buffs who are registered or get registered will have the chance to show we’re all in on democracy by voting in the 2022 midterm elections. If you haven't already, make your plan to research what's on your ballot and vote by Tuesday, Nov. 8.

Election 2022: What You Need to Know

Campus Community

CU Board of Regents discusses student retention, other business

Administration Campus Community

Topics at the Nov. 3–4 regents meeting included student retention, more Spanish language resources for students, the use of fetal stem cells in research and several faculty and alumni awards. Read more.

Boulder Faculty Assembly approves proposed common curriculum

Administration Campus Community

In its meeting Nov. 3, the CU Boulder faculty assembly approved a common curriculum-related resolution and passed a resolution to endorse teaching and clinical faculty promotion raises.

Tips for viewing the lunar eclipse, Leonids meteor shower

Getting Involved Campus Community

Beginning in the early hours of Nov. 8, people in Boulder will be treated to a total lunar eclipse. A little later in the month, Nov. 17–18, the Leonids meteor shower will light up the night sky. Fiske Planetarium's Francisco Salas discusses both events and offers tips on viewing the night sky.

Research in Your Backyard

A decade after legalizing cannabis in Colorado, here’s what we’ve learned

Health & Society News Headlines

Ten years ago this week, Colorado voters approved Amendment 64, making the state among the first in the nation to legalize the use and possession of recreational cannabis. Research since has revealed its risks and health benefits and shed light on how the burgeoning industry can improve.

Why only some voters have climate change on the brain this November

Climate & Environment Law & Politics News Headlines

Assistant Professor Matt Burgess discusses the political polarization of climate change and efforts to reduce it, as voters cast their ballots in the midterm elections.

Events & Exhibits

Women’s basketball to tip off season with matinee Nov. 7

Sports & Recreation Events & Exhibits

The Buffs will open the 2022–23 season with a matinee at noon on Monday, Nov. 7. Enjoy “Lunch with the Buffs” with discounted tickets.

Time Change This Weekend

As we switch our clocks this weekend, learn more about the history of daylight saving time—which will end on Sunday, Nov. 6—with insights from CU Boulder sleep researcher Kenneth Wright. We also have 6 tips to help you fall back into standard time, such as creating a nightime routine, limiting your screen time and more.

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Faculty-Staff Edition - Nov. 4, 2022

All in On Democracy

Campus Community

CU Board of Regents discusses student retention, other business

Boulder Faculty Assembly approves proposed common curriculum

Tips for viewing the lunar eclipse, Leonids meteor shower

Research in Your Backyard

A decade after legalizing cannabis in Colorado, here’s what we’ve learned

Why only some voters have climate change on the brain this November

Events & Exhibits

Women’s basketball to tip off season with matinee Nov. 7

Time Change This Weekend

News Headlines

Campus Community

Events & Exhibits