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As heat waves intensify, tens of thousands of US classrooms will be too hot for students to learn in

Sept. 30, 2021

America’s public schools, which are more than 40 years old on average, are not equipped to handle rising temperatures due to climate change, a new study reveals. Professor Paul Chinowsky shares on The Conversation.

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Why charter schools are not as ‘public’ as they claim to be

Sept. 30, 2021

Charter school enrollment grew during the pandemic. But behind these schools’ rising popularity is a history of harsh discipline, inaccessibility and targeted marketing. Professor Kevin Welner shares on The Conversation.

Sun filters through trees by Macky Auditorium on campus in June 2020

Diversity, equity and inclusion update: September 2021 edition

Sept. 30, 2021

Find out the latest on the IDEA Council, the upcoming Campus Culture Survey, the Diversity and Inclusion Summit and more in this month's DEI update.

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Takács Quartet wins 4th Gramophone award

Sept. 30, 2021

CU Boulder’s internationally renowned Takács Quartet won a 2021 Gramophone Classical Music Award in the Chamber category for their 2019 recording of two complementary piano quintets with pianist Garrick Ohlsson.

A Protect Our Herd–face covering required sign at the entrance of Farrand Field

COVID-19 campus updates: Sept. 30 edition

Sept. 30, 2021

This will be the last COVID-19 weekly update for the fall semester unless circumstances warrant a return to the series. For up-to-date details, the campus COVID-19 information page will continue to be available.

Henry Kapteyn and Margaret Murnane talk to graduate student Qing Li in their lab at JILA

Research effort to develop new microscope technologies receives $22 million renewal

Sept. 29, 2021

The U.S. National Science Foundation renewed STROBE for an additional five years for $22 million.

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How therapy, not pills, can nix chronic pain and change the brain

Sept. 29, 2021

A new, CU Boulder-led study provides strong evidence that a psychological treatment can provide effective and lasting relief for chronic pain, which affects one in five Americans. The treatment also appears to quiet regions of the brain that generate chronic pain.

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What to do if you and your roommates aren’t getting along

Sept. 29, 2021

Living with roommates can feel challenging, especially if you aren’t getting along. Here are some tips and strategies to help you navigate disagreements and conflict with your roommates.

Dean of Students JB Banks

The dean’s list of advice: 3 ways to make it through midterms

Sept. 29, 2021

As we move further into the fall semester, it may feel like things are getting tough. During times of stress and uncertainty, remember you are part of the Buff family. It’s important to not only look out for yourselves but also each other. Read more from JB Banks, dean of students and associate vice chancellor for Student Affairs.

Glow sticks on students after running the Nearly Naked Mile

Race in the Nearly Naked Mile Oct. 7

Sept. 29, 2021

This tradition includes a one-mile underwear race through campus and an afterparty with a DJ and free food. All donated clothing items will benefit Denver charities. Those who donate five or more clothing items will receive a free fanny pack.

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