Hannah Brenkert-Smith

Hannah Brenkert-Smith part of team governor’s award

Nov. 4, 2024

Associate Research Professor Hannah Brenkert-Smith is a member of the wildfire research team that will receive the Pathfinding Partnerships Award on Nov. 20 from the Colorado Governor’s Awards for High Impact Research.

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Get a diversity, equity and inclusion seed grant—info sessions coming up

Nov. 4, 2024

A call for proposals for seed grants that promote diversity, equity and inclusion and support the academic and career success of students, staff and faculty is now open. Attend one of four virtual info sessions to learn more.

Campus community members visit a booth at the Take Care Fair

23 things to do: Enjoy Fall Fest, free lunch, coffee, more

Nov. 4, 2024

With the clocks set back now, it officially feels like fall! This week brings a Day of the Dead celebration; an election Stress(Less) event; International Coffee Hour; an open mic night; and more.

Old Main with an American flag on top of the tower framed by yellow autumn leaves and backed by a clear blue sky. (Photo by Casey A. Cass/University of Colorado)

Vandalism on campus—a university statement

Nov. 1, 2024

In the early morning hours of Nov. 1, several buildings on the ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ Boulder campus were vandalized. The antisemitic messages contained in the vandalism violate the university’s policies on free expression and Campus Use of University Facilities, as well as Colorado law.

A red, white and blue iStock image of a sign shows the words "election 2024" with a stars and stripes design.

How much can we trust presidential election polling projections?

Nov. 1, 2024

¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ Boulder political science Professor Jaroslav Tir’s recently published research shows how reported threats to U.S. security can skew polling results.

People gather to celebrate progress on the Limelight Boulder building.

Limelight and ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ Boulder celebrate construction progress

Nov. 1, 2024

A small ceremony brought together leaders involved in the conference center hotel project. The Limelight Boulder is expected to open in fall 2025.

A hand holds a stylus above an iPad screen displaying a cartoon image of a skier on a hill. A dropdown window reads: "STATIC; DYNAMIC; LINE"

Textbooks come alive with new, interactive AI tool

Nov. 1, 2024

In an ordinary physics textbook, a skier teeters at the top of a hill. Now, with a new tool called Augmented Physics, students can make that skier move—giving them a chance to see physics in action.

campus community members walking on campus during fall

Free things to do in November

Nov. 1, 2024

Welcome to November! This month brings movie screenings, Native American Heritage Month events, free food, career development workshops, events for first-gen students, trivia and craft nights, gratitude postcards and more.

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Prolonged sitting can sabotage health, even if you’re young and active

Oct. 31, 2024

Young adults sit 60-plus hours per week, boosting their heart disease risk and accelerating signs of aging, according to new research. Vigorous exercise works best to counteract it, but sitting less is ideal.

Health and Wellness visits with a WorkWell Wagon

Request the WorkWell wagon for your department

Oct. 31, 2024

The WorkWell Wagon is an interactive experience that brings your team together with a Health and Wellness staff member to provide information about programs, events and services. Let WorkWell bring employee wellness directly to your department, team or event!

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