A student moves their belongings during Move-In Day on Feb. 8, 2021, at Williams Village at CU Boulder. (Photo by Casey A. Cass/University of Colorado)

Photos: Students move back to a COVID-19-ready campus

Feb. 11, 2021

In preparation for in-person classes to begin Feb. 15, students recently returned to on-campus housing. The move back included monitoring testing and the Buff Pass daily health questionnaire, key components of the COVID-19-ready campus.

A marmot standing on a rock pile

Small mammals climb higher to flee warming temperatures in the Rockies

Feb. 11, 2021

Since the 1980s, Colorado's small mammals have made an ominous trek—climbing, on average, 400 feet uphill in elevation to escape from climate change.

Anisha Span teaches young children in a classroom

10 reasons to become a teacher

Feb. 11, 2021

Learn about the different teaching pathways in the School of Education and some of the compelling reasons to consider teaching from education students, faculty and alumni. Fall teacher licensure deadlines are Feb. 15.

A buffalo sculpture with the moon in the background.

National Academy of Inventors recognizes faculty innovators

Feb. 11, 2021

The National Academy of Inventors announced that CU Boulder researchers Mark Rentschler, Greg Rieker and Tin Tin Su have been designated as NAI senior members, in recognition of their impact on society through extraordinary innovation.

David Korevaar conducts from the piano

Tune in Feb. 17: Frescobaldi and Schumann, poignant pieces in a pandemic

Feb. 11, 2021

Distinguished Professor David Korevaar joins the Boulder campus Retired Faculty Association for a virtual performance and discussion of works by Girolamo Frescobaldi and Clara Schumann.

CU students riding camels in Jordan

3 reasons you can afford to go abroad

Feb. 11, 2021

Taking classes, living and traveling abroad—sounds expensive, right? It doesn’t have to be! It’s possible to have your dream adventure abroad and keep the costs affordable. Here are a few ways to make it happen.

Students gather for a selfie with Chip the buffalo mascot outside

8 things to do this weekend: Virtual game show night, blood drive, more

Feb. 11, 2021

This weekend brings free Valentine's chocolate for grad students, the final days of the Staff Council blood drive (open to all Buffs), an Instagram Live on repairing your own clothes and more.

Be Kind sign

Celebrating kindness on Random Acts of Kindness Day

Feb. 11, 2021

Feb. 17 is Random Acts of Kindness Day! A simple act of kindness can have a ripple effect in people and go a long way. Get ideas for spreading kindness and take part in campus events.

Person holding lightbulb with a string of LED lights

CU Boulder invites nominations for sustainability awards

Feb. 11, 2021

Eligible for nomination are faculty, staff, students, alumni and departments. Recognize people's outstanding efforts to help CU Boulder continue and improve its sustainability stewardship. Nominate by March 5.

Chancellor Philip DiStefano

State of the Campus: Coping with COVID-19

Feb. 10, 2021

Chancellor Philip DiStefano, Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs Akirah Bradley and Professor and Renée Crown Wellness Institute Director Sona Dimidjian discussed mental health challenges, how we are addressing them as a university and how we can care for our personal wellness challenges.

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