the Soberanes fire in California

Humans have dramatically increased extent, duration of wildfire season

Feb. 27, 2017

Humans have dramatically increased the spatial and seasonal extent of wildfires across the U.S. in recent decades and ignited more than 840,000 blazes over a 21-year period, according to new University of Colorado Boulder-led research.

WASH Symposium 2017

WASH Symposium to address global access to drinking water, sanitation facilities

Feb. 27, 2017

The 2017 Colorado WASH Symposium will gather industry leaders in Boulder on March 7 and 8 to discuss the challenges of improving global access to safe drinking water and sanitation facilities.

Students give presentations during a music technology class

College of Music considering new degree in music, tech and media

Feb. 27, 2017

On the heels of its strategic planning process and the announcement of the music+ campaign, the College of Music next fall will unveil a new interdisciplinary program in partnership with several other colleges on campus. Meet the Bachelor of Arts in Music degree with an Emphasis in Media and Technology Studies.

Eklund Opera students perform Mozart's 'The Magic Flute'

Eklund Opera to perform Mozart's timeless tale 'The Magic Flute'

Feb. 24, 2017

The Eklund Opera season continues with Mozart’s "The Magic Flute," one of the most beloved and widely performed operas in the world. The family-friendly hit comes to Macky Auditorium March 17 through 19.

Alter/Altar performers Arneshia Williams and Gwen Ritchie

Alter/Altar showcases grad student choreography

Feb. 24, 2017

In the joint concert Alter/Altar, CU Boulder dance students Arneshia Williams and Gwen Ritchie will perform original pieces focused on improvisation (alter) and spiritual expression (altar).

Hand holds out lightbulb

Two distinguished professors recognized as top inventors

Feb. 24, 2017

University of Colorado Boulder Distinguished Professors Leslie Leinwand and Chris Bowman have been named fellows of the nonprofit National Academy of Inventors (NAI).

Close-up of United States flag

Panel to speak on unexpected results of the 2016 elections

Feb. 24, 2017

In the March 2 event “The 2016 Elections: What Just Happened?” four political scientists will offer insight on the unexpected results of the 2016 elections and what we can learn from them.

Professor Kristine Larson

Larson awarded honorary doctorate for groundbreaking GPS research

Feb. 24, 2017

CU Boulder aerospace professor Kristine Larson has been awarded an honorary doctorate from the Chalmers University of Technology in Gothenburg, Sweden, for her groundbreaking research using GPS signals.

Jenny Simpson and Emma Coburn, courtesy of www.buffzone.com

Meet CU Olympians Jenny Simpson, Emma Coburn

Feb. 24, 2017

Forever Buffs Jenny Simpson and Emma Coburn brought home bronze medals from the Rio Olympics last summer, and now is your chance to hear their inspiring stories at this special Forever Buffs Spotlight, March 1.

Chancellor DiStefano

Chancellor's Corner: No campus policy changes after new White House guidance on transgender rights

Feb. 23, 2017

As you may be aware, the White House on Wednesday night rescinded previous guidance contained within a May 13, 2016, Dear Colleague Letter regarding transgender rights at K-12 and higher education campuses. This announcement does not alter existing federal or Colorado state law that provides discrimination protection for transgender people, nor will it change campus policies.

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