Getting Involved

  • Chip takes a turn on the trampoline bungee at last year's Black & Gold Bash
    More than 200 programs and activities await new CU Boulder students beginning today, during Fall Welcome, including College Day, convocation, CU on the Hill and the Welcomefest concert.
  • Person playing violin, looking at sheet music
    An extensive database of talented, professional music students for hire is available, and the College of Music is happy to provide referrals.
  • Children perform Shakespeare on stage
    The Colorado Shakespeare Festival offers after-school classes for kids and teens. Boost your child's brainpower with Shakespeare!
  • CU Boulder departments and student groups table at annual Be Involved Fair
    Campus units are encouraged to sign up for the Be Involved Fair Aug. 29 to showcase opportunities for students, helping them find their fit and jump into campus life.
  • Specdrums founder wears app-connected ring that turns colors into sounds
    College of Music student Jenna Palensky, a full-time team member at the recently acquired startup Specdrums, talks about what it's like to be a musician working at a music technology company.
  • Volunteer wearing Fall Welcome Squad hat
    Calling all volunteers committed to welcoming students in an inclusive and positive way! Starting with move-in on Aug. 18, Fall Welcome continues through Sept. 1 with more than 75 events.
  • Lauren Gray and bike with Flatirons in the background
    This summer, CU Boulder junior Lauren Gray is biking coast to coast, a journey of about 4,500 miles, for the Ulman Cancer Fund for Young Adults.
  • Tubers ride the Boulder Creek for Tube to Work Day 2018
    In the spirit of alternative transportation, hundreds of people braved Boulder Creek for Tube to Work Day on Wednesday morning. See photos or experience the commute from a live recording with CU Boulder's own Andrew Sorensen.
  • Chip and a CU volunteer help during move-in
    Students, faculty, staff, alumni and community members are encouraged to join the tradition of Fall Welcome. Help create a positive experience for our newest Buffs and their families.
  • Puzzle art
    Ten years ago, CU Boulder eliminated annual membership dues for all alumni. In this anniversary year, learn about the benefits of being an alum and shop the Forever Buffs Store, including the new commemorative puzzle.
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