Graduate Student Edition - July 21, 2022
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A new take on the ‘marshmallow test’: When it comes to resisting temptation, a child's cultural upbringing matters
Fifty years after the famous ‘marshmallow test’ found that children who resist temptation do better on measures of life success, a study of preschoolers in Boulder and Japan reveals that what kids are willing to wait for depends on their cultural upbringing.
How to turn throwaway cardboard into a DIY arcade game
With a project called Tinycade, graduate student Peter Gyory has set out to recreate that arcade parlor experience from childhood—entirely out of junk.
Campus Community
A conversation with this year’s Graduate Diversity Recruitment Fellow
Each year, the College of Music is eligible to award a $7,500 fellowship to an incoming graduate student. Olivia Huizar Conner, who is pursuing a master’s in flute performance, shares how her background—and the fellowship—inspire her to promote diversity and inclusion in music.
Enjoy Free Fridays at the Rec
Now through Aug. 5, entrance into the Rec Center is free with your Buff OneCard on Fridays, including skate rentals, bouldering and fitness classes.
Events & Exhibits
CU Night in Downtown Boulder set for July 27
Learn about CU Boulder projects and partnerships, including the campus of the future and the university’s leadership on climate change action, plus enjoy food, exhibits and Band on the Bricks—join CU Night in Downtown Boulder.
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