Campus News

In 2021, a new research scholarship program, Uplift, was launched by the graduate student organization STEM Routes to provide mentored research experiences specifically catering to the challenges faced by underrepresented and underprivileged undergraduates at CU Boulder.

First-year students get a free copy of this year's Buffs One Read book, “Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge and the Teaching of Plants.” Join the book club, enter the contest and more!

This month, read about Acting Vice Provost Dyonne Bergeron, Colorado’s annual Equity Day of Dialogue, a CAAAS support program for first-year African American students, CU Boulder’s land acknowledgment and more news you can use.

CU Boulder has adopted a land acknowledgment recognizing its campus sits on land that is part of the traditional territories of the Arapaho, Cheyenne, Ute and other Indigenous nations with historic and ongoing ties to the state.

Faculty members play an important role in supporting the success of students with disabilities on campus. Here are five ways you can support students with disabilities as a faculty member on campus.

The University Libraries are giving away thousands of copies of this year’s Buffs One Read book selection to incoming first-year students. Other members of the campus community may borrow “Braiding Sweetgrass” in print, ebook or audiobook form from the library, or purchase a copy from the bookstore.

Leaving behind a legacy of progress, Dyonne Bergeron, acting vice provost and associate vice chancellor for diversity, equity and inclusion, is stepping away from her role at CU Boulder. The move will be effective Aug. 31.

In this month's issue, read about updates to the Campus Culture Survey dashboards, the state’s second annual Equity Day of Dialogue in August and more.

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.

Seven police officers-in-training have joined two newly trained officers, all with varying backgrounds and life experiences, better representing the community they serve.