Student Edition - Nov. 3, 2016

As we all know, Tuesday, Nov. 8, is election day. For many of you, this might be your first opportunity to take part in an election. How exciting! And as Buffs we pride ourselves in being engaged citizens, and that includes exercising our right to vote.

Last week, the university conducted its semi-annual test of the CU Boulder Alert system. This means that, if you are signed up, you should have received a test alert on your mobile device and via email. Here are a few FAQs on CU Boulder Alerts.

In honor of the nation's veterans, including CU Boulder faculty, staff and student veterans, the university will host its annual Veterans Day Ceremony on Friday, Nov. 11, at 11 a.m. in the Glenn Miller Ballroom at the University Memorial Center (UMC), followed by the grand opening of the newly-renovated Veterans Memorial Lounge.

It’s never too early to think about where you’re going to live next year. Bear Creek Apartments offers all the convenience of living on campus, but with all the freedom of living off campus!

In honor of Veterans Day, CU would like to show appreciation for our veteran students and veteran dependents with Veteran Appreciation Week at The Rec, as well as remind the community of the veteran services currently offered at CU.

Author Ronald J. Stewart will speak about his book "Then Comes a Wind," a story about a family's struggle to homestead in 1900s Nebraska, on Nov. 10. Stewart will sign copies of his book (which will be for sale at the event) immediately following the presentation.