Ralphie IV

CU's retired mascot, Ralphie IV, passes away

March 20, 2017

Ralphie IV, the university's beloved live buffalo mascot who roamed the sidelines for 10-plus seasons (1998–2008), passed away Sunday morning at the age of 19. Ralphie IV's successor, Ralphie V, is very much in good health and is running strong.

Sir James Galway with golden flute

CU Presents' anniversary series concludes with renowned flutist performance

March 17, 2017

On March 22, as part of the CU Presents Artist Series, living legend and world-renowned flutist Sir James Galway will perform a concert alongside his wife Lady Jeanne Galway and other friends.

Ross Marquand photo courtesy of rossmarquand.com

Zombies: A success story of one CU Theatre alum

March 17, 2017

After about 10 years of living in Los Angeles trying to make a career as an actor, Ross Marquand was cast in the highest-rated TV series in cable history, "The Walking Dead," changing his life forever.

Vandana Shiva

Renowned activist, physicist to speak on eco-social justice

March 17, 2017

Vandana Shiva, a world-renowned policy expert, author, justice activist and trained nuclear and quantum physicist, will present "Eco-Social Justice on the Global Frontlines," March 22 at the Glen Miller Ballroom.

Tony Huizar with fellow volunteers

Student gains experience at the intersection of justice movements and sustainability

March 16, 2017

Tony Huizar is majoring in both political science and international affairs with a minor in leadership studies. His work at the Environmental Center on campus dovetails with his interest in eco-social justice and environmental justice issues.

Human player blocks zombie players using cardboard shield

Humans vs. Zombies is back on campus starting Monday

March 16, 2017

After a five-year absence, CU's Humans vs. Zombies club is once again launching a campus-wide game that features "human" players avoiding being tagged "zombie" players.

Blurred Lines music video featuring Robin Thicke, T.I. and Pharell Williams

Lawyers, artists to speak on seminal verdict of 'Blurred Lines' case

March 16, 2017

On March 23, Silicon Flatirons will host a conference to bring together some of the nation’s brightest artists, lawyers, policymakers and academics to discuss the rapidly changing analysis of copyright infringement in music.

BLOrk performance

BLOrk: Fusing technology with live musicians

March 15, 2017

Catch the the Boulder Laptop Orchestra (BLOrk) in concert March 18. Boldly going where no laptop orchestra has gone before, BLOrk integrates technology with performers in an ensemble setting, providing live interaction between the two.

Man reads news on tablet

Journalists to discuss science communication in the era of 'fake news'

March 15, 2017

On March 17, BioFrontiers and CU Science Buffs will present "Telling Your Story: Science Communication in the Era of 'Fake News'" featuring veteran science journalists and science communication program directors Erika Check Hayden and Thomas Hayden.

Two boys play outside

Healthy Kids Day teaches importance of healthy, active lifestyle

March 15, 2017

On March 19, CU Athletics is hosting Healthy Kids Day before the CU women's lacrosse game against Oregon. The event will feature student-athletes from several sports and educate children on the importance of a healthy, active lifestyle.

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