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Gen Z takes the red pill

Nov. 19, 2024

The College of Media, Communication and Information’s Karen Ashcroft explains why young men’s politics are moving right.

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How did Trump do it? Political scientist weighs in

Nov. 7, 2024

Following Donald Trump’s victory this week, ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ Boulder’s Janet Donavan breaks down how the president-elect beat the polls yet again—and how the nation can move forward after an especially divisive election.

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What a second Trump presidency means now and in the future

Nov. 7, 2024

Colorado Law Professor Doug Spencer, an expert in election and constitutional law, explains the impact of a quickly called race, why a peaceful transfer of power is so important and what the early days of Trump’s second presidency may look like.

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Lessons in fear: The role of horror films in social discourse

Oct. 30, 2024

As Halloween approaches, our minds turn to the iconic horror films that define the season. But beyond jump scares and gore, horror films have much to teach about the world around us. Sociology Professor Laura Patterson discusses why horror films captivate audiences and what we can learn from watching them.

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Halloween costumes: Not just for kids

Oct. 30, 2024

Theodore Stark, veteran costumer and ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ Boulder associate professor of theater and dance, says adults embrace costumes in part for the opportunity to adopt different personas.

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The end of lead pipes: An engineer’s take on the historic national effort to eliminate them

Oct. 29, 2024

Utilities face a 10-year deadline to replace lead water pipes under a new Environmental Protection Agency rule. Assistant Professor Julie Korak discusses why it’s necessary and how it will be carried out.

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Swastika Counter Project launches

Oct. 29, 2024

A public advocacy website envisioned by Associate Professor Laurie Gries tracks swastikas across the United States and offers resources to counter those hate-filled incidents.

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What is Colorado’s ‘school choice’ Amendment 80 all about? Legal expert weighs in

Oct. 16, 2024

Amendment 80, which Colorado voters will decide on this election, could lead to a flurry of new lawsuits across the state, says legal scholar Kevin Welner.

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Can buildings be racist? A ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ Boulder architect explores

Oct. 9, 2024

Shawhin Roudbari, an associate professor of environmental design, studies how the built environment can perpetuate racial inequality. He offers his take on what designers can do to create more inclusive spaces.

Damage from Hurricane Ike in Texas

‘Evacuating is a privilege.’ Why some stay behind when hurricanes strike

Oct. 9, 2024

A risk communication researcher at ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ Boulder sheds light on what motivates people to stay put when natural disasters like hurricanes Helene and Milton threaten.

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