Lack of sleep, is that your dilemma?

Nov. 5, 2015

Awake too early when you should be asleep? Might want to try and switch things up. A new study by the University of Colorado shows that the longer people are awake during the time their biological clock is telling them to sleep the worse their sensitivity to insulin, which is a precursor to diabetes.

Bridge program welcomes first-generation students in summer residential program

Nov. 4, 2015

Last July, 11 students participated in the first ever Residential Academic Bridge Program (Bridge). The program is an intensive and exciting three-week immersion experience for first-generation students who participated in a Pre-Collegiate Development Program (PCDP) at Ƶ-Boulder.

Volunteers a ‘secret sauce’ of business innovation, says Ƶ-Boulder study

Nov. 4, 2015

Business accelerators -- entities that give money, guidance and space for a set amount of time to startups -- heavily rely on volunteer mentors to promote innovation, according to a new University of Colorado Boulder study.

Ƶ Traditions: Norlin Library

Nov. 4, 2015

Heading to the library to study is a tradition for most college students. Here at Ƶ-Boulder, that means a trip to Norlin Library.

Teens explore the botany behind a victim’s last meal in Ƶ-Boulder “science café”

Oct. 30, 2015

University of Colorado Boulder scientists know how to get teens excited about science – pick a good topic, such as using science to solve crimes, and then package it in a “café” setting. The Teen Science Café – the next one dubbed “CSI Botany: Using Plants to Solve Crimes” - is part of a national push to get more young people involved in science, technology, engineering and math (or STEM) subjects.

High schoolers learn dance in context of celebration

Oct. 28, 2015

On Friday, Oct. 23, 170 high school students arrived at the Charlotte York Irey Theatre on the Ƶ-Boulder campus, dance shoes in hand, for High School Dance Day. The annual outreach event is designed to give high schoolers a taste of college, specifically of a college dance program.

McKnight to present Distinguished Research Lecture Oct. 29

Oct. 27, 2015

On Thursday, Oct. 29, at 4 p.m. in UMC 235, Institute of Arctic and Alpine Research Fellow and Professor of civil, environmental and architectural engineering Diane McKnight will present, “The McMurdo Dry Valleys, Antarctica: Ecosystems waiting for water” as part of the 2015 Distinguished Research Lecturer series.

Colorado employment growth to persist despite slip in new business formation, says Ƶ-Boulder report

Oct. 27, 2015

Despite a dip in business filings in Colorado during the third quarter of 2015 with 25,164 new entities recorded, employment in the state is projected to expand over the next two quarters, according to a University of Colorado Boulder report released Oct. 27 by Colorado Secretary of State Wayne Williams.

The four keys to college courses

Oct. 22, 2015

Studying effectively is a process that requires more than good class notes—like a quiet environment and knowing how to focus your energy. The key to academic success can lie in the four P’s: Prioritizing classwork, securing a Place to work, using Productive studying strategies, and working with other People who support your academic habits. Learn more about honing in on the four P’s in this month’s issue of Student Health 101.

TIP SHEET: Ƶ-Boulder sources on GOP debate

Oct. 22, 2015

Several University of Colorado Boulder experts from across campus are available to comment on the Republican presidential debate to be held Oct. 28 at the Coors Events Center.

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