Saturn's rings partially in shadow

How old are Saturn’s rings? Far younger than once thought, according to new study

May 12, 2023

New research led by Sascha Kempf of the Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics (LASP) at CU Boulder finds that Saturn's rings are no more than 400 million years old. That's much younger than Saturn itself, which formed around 4.5 billion years ago.

People chat on the Norlin Quad.

Presenting send-off videos for the Class of 2023

May 11, 2023

As you go forth from the university, take in reflections and parting words in videos from the Commencement Office, CU Student Government, Alumni Association and Senior Class Council, including a “Buffs Going Bananas” appearance.

Graduates and their friends and family celebrate the achievement at the 2023 Spring Commencement on May 11, 2023. (Photo by Glenn J. Asakawa/University of Colorado)

Photos: Class of 2023 has its commencement

May 11, 2023

Rain did not tamp down people’s pride as the extended CU Boulder community celebrated the accomplishments of the Class of 2023 in one of the university’s longest standing and grandest traditions.

Graduates in mass numbers gather and process from the Norlin Quad. (Photo by Glenn J. Asakawa/University of Colorado)

Soggy and celebratory: Class of 2023 moves tassels to the left

May 11, 2023

CU Boulder conferred more than 9,700 degrees on May 11 during a damp yet joyous commencement ceremony at Folsom Field in front of an estimated 22,000 family members and friends.

Jennifer Doudna and Tom Cech

Future, ethics of gene editing the focus of star-studded public forum May 23

May 11, 2023

Advances in gene-editing have made it possible to banish hereditary diseases, eradicate pests and create new life forms, but should we go there? Jennifer Doudna along with two other Nobel laureates will join a panel of world leaders for a free public forum.

People on rice terraces

The number of farms in the world is declining, here’s why it matters to you

May 11, 2023

New University of Colorado Boulder research shows the number of farms globally will shrink in half as the size of the average existing farms doubles by the end of the 21st century, posing significant risks to the world’s food systems.

Shelly Miller

Faces of public and community-engaged scholarship: Shelly Miller

May 11, 2023

Professor Shelly Miller is a problem-solver and an air pollution engineer. She finds reward and value when solving issues with immediate benefits, such as improved public health. Doing her work through a community partnership model is a match made in heaven.

person reading a book by the lake

Fill your summer with the University Libraries’ most popular reading titles

May 11, 2023

Whether you are seeking to unwind, reflect or self-improve this summer, the University Libraries have a number of reading options to occupy those hot summer days.

CU Buffs flag

You’re invited to the Roaming Buffs travel launch party June 13

May 11, 2023

Let the journey of your lifetime begin when you go on a trip with Roaming Buffs. Connect with fellow adventurous alumni, meet tour operators and learn more about their unique offerings.

spring blooms on campus

Take a tour of Alpine June 8

May 11, 2023

Join CU Boulder Research Computing and numerous leaders from on and off campus to celebrate the collaboration between CU Boulder and CU Anschutz, supporting multidisciplinary discoveries and research productivity.

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