CU Boulder physicist Robert Karl in the lab

A physicist who knows what matters: A good punchline

Jan. 17, 2020

Have you heard the one about the physicist who moonlights as a comedian? When CU Boulder's Robert Karl is not in the lab, he works on jokes and performs in weekly comedy shows.

Students walking on campus

9 things to do this holiday weekend: Skiing, MLK Day celebration, more

Jan. 16, 2020

This weekend brings International Coffee Hour, a special Beethoven performance, a museum tour, the CU Ski Bus to your favorite resorts, a McNair Scholars info session and more.

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5 things you can do to avoid the flu

Jan. 14, 2020

Cold and flu viruses can last 7 to 10 days, meaning symptoms such as a stuffy nose, body aches, fatigue and a sore throat stick around. Fending off the flu is all about staying as healthy as possible.

Michael Musick

When computers meet music: Alumnus Michael Musick

Jan. 13, 2020

Among the founding members of the College of Music National Alumni Council, Michael Musick is a media artist, creative technologist, composer, performer and improviser who’s also keeping busy as an assistant professor at the University of Montana.

Students on ellipticals and stair climbers overlooking basketball courts at The Rec

10 things to do this week: Roaring ’20s party and more

Jan. 10, 2020

This week brings free food, kickoff week at The Rec, a street tacos cooking class, “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood” screening, the chance to sign up for several upcoming programs and more.

Mascot Chip lounging on a hammock

How to make the most of your first semester at CU Boulder

Jan. 9, 2020

Whether it's your first time at a new school, moving away from home, living with a roommate or taking a university-level course, get tips to help you start your first semester off strong at CU Boulder.

stack of textbooks at the CU Book Store

Your textbook buying tips and tricks

Jan. 8, 2020

Every book for every class, required course supplies, and academically priced hardware and software are all available at the CU Book Store, making it your one-stop shop.

Students analyze maps in the library

Map librarians connect classes with maps

Jan. 7, 2020

As you walk toward the map collection of the Earth Sciences and Map Library, you may find a room full of students and the chatter of discovering maps. The number of classes held in the space has increased thanks to Ilene Raynes and Naomi Heiser.

Football game with fans dressed in banana costumes

Best of 2019: Top moments in CU Athletics

Jan. 3, 2020

Football, basketball, soccer, track and cross-country, lacrosse, volleyball, tennis, skiing, golf—here are the top 19 moments from 2019.

CU Boulder Chancellor Philip DiStefano makes an appearance at the recent Forever Gold holiday party.

Scene at CU: Recent chancellor appearances

Jan. 2, 2020

Chancellor DiStefano enjoyed a variety of Buff appearances and festivities over the holiday season.

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