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Causes and consequences of groupthink in American universities—a lecture April 11

March 9, 2022

This talk focuses on ideological conformity in academia: where it comes from, which issues are especially sensitive and why it can be dangerous to enforce taboos around sensitive issues rather than encouraging different sides to openly debate them.

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¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ alumni to share their stories March 31

March 7, 2022

¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵnique Stories is an event in which storytellers—¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ Boulder alumni—share stories about their ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ experiences with current community members. Listen to stories about academics, personal growth, activities, activism, connecting with nature, friendships, community and more.

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Gov. Jared Polis to speak at graduation recognition ceremony

March 7, 2022

The University of Colorado Law School is pleased to announce Colorado Gov. Jared Polis will be the speaker for its graduation recognition ceremony, which will be held in person on May 6.

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Coffee and Conversations on Community Engagement March 17: Planning with partners

March 7, 2022

This spring, our series—designed for those interested in outreach and community-engaged research, teaching and creative work—will focus on partnership development: from reaching out to partners and solidifying equitable relationships to planning and achieving goals and assessing impact together.

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Explore the history of women in jazz March 29

March 7, 2022

Women have been involved in jazz since the early 1920s, not just as vocalists but as instrumentalists, composers and arrangers. An understanding of jazz would not be complete without highlighting the influence and contributions of women—such as Bessie Smith, Valaida Snow, Mildred Bailey, Mary Lou Williams, Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald and Sarah Vaughn.

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March 29 Student Tech Share to explore productivity

March 7, 2022

As end-of-semester deadlines approach, we want to get as much as we can out of our study time. How can technology help us work smarter? Stop by to chat with other ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ students about platforms we can use to boost our efficiency when time seems scarce.

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Talk March 12 to explore camping grounds—public nature in American history

March 7, 2022

A closer look at recreational camping reveals how its history and meanings are far from obvious. In the next ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ on the Weekend lecture, Professor Phoebe Young will explore its unexpected and interwoven histories.

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Make a ‘womxn’ appreciation card March 8

March 7, 2022

Show love and support for a friend, loved one or mentor by making a card and celebrating International Women's Day—from noon to 2:30 p.m. at the Dennis Small Cultural Center. The event is free and open to all students, faculty and staff.

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Maker Made 2022 features work by ATLAS community

March 3, 2022

A group of six artists and technologists connected to the ATLAS community contributed to BLDG 61’s Maker Made 2022, which runs through March 28 at the Boulder Public Library.

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Heading into a career outside of higher education? Get insights March 7, March 10

March 3, 2022

Panelists from various disciplines will discuss their career paths from graduate degree to professional. They will address how they used their degrees and training to prepare for their current positions, and any advice they can give to current graduate students. Plenty of time will be given for questions.

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