Glenn Miller plays trombone with Holly Moyer's Orchestra at Curran Theater in 1923

Donor support puts Glenn Miller collections in the spotlight

April 23, 2024

CU Boulder’s vast and historically valuable Glenn Miller collection is set to take the spotlight, thanks to a philanthropy-funded archiving project. Miller attended CU Boulder before becoming one of the most successful big band musicians of the 20th century.

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7 ways to stay motivated through finals

April 23, 2024

After a long semester, it can be challenging for many of us to stay motivated through finals. Here are a few tips you can use to make it to the finish line.

Stonehenge during winter solstice sunset

Stonehenge may have aligned with the moon as well as the sun

April 22, 2024

There is an abundance of archaeological evidence that indicates solar alignment was part of the architectural design of Stonehenge, but the monument’s ancient connection to the skies may run even deeper than realized. Read from CU expert Erica Ellingson and colleagues on The Conversation.

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Is communication around climate change just hot air?

April 22, 2024

A researcher’s experience in advertising, marketing and public relations gives her a unique angle to study organizational communications and policy around climate impact and awareness.

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Open enrollment begins today

April 22, 2024

Benefits-eligible faculty and staff can enroll in benefits through May 10. Get ready with on-demand courses and campus wellness fairs, including one at CU Boulder April 30.

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19 things to do: Raise awareness with denim, decorate Earth cookies, more

April 22, 2024

This week has plenty of events celebrating National Volunteer Week and Earth Day, plus: smoothie making, puppy playtime, a self-defense workshop, a “Spring Romance” musical performance and more.

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Writing to wellness: New therapy helps cancer patients face biggest fears

April 19, 2024

With new medications extending the lives of advanced cancer patients, many live for years in the face of radical uncertainty. A new CU Boulder-born therapy has been shown to reduce trauma, depression, anxiety and fear.

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Why the first Earth Day went viral (pre-social media)

April 19, 2024

If you were at CU Boulder in April 1970, you were likely aware―very aware―of the first Earth Day. Two CU Boulder professors explain Earth Day’s history, impact, what it’s become and if it’s still relevant.

Old Main building framed in pink blossoms

3 CU Boulder students earn prestigious Goldwater Scholarships

April 19, 2024

Luke Coffman, Claire Ely and Delaney McNally have been awarded Goldwater Scholarships, which reward sophomores and juniors actively conducting research in math, science and engineering.

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New virtual course outlines best practices for active harmer response

April 19, 2024

The CU Boulder Division of Public Safety is making it easier for CU students, faculty and staff members to access its CU: Run, Hide, Fight active harmer response class through a SkillSoft course that launched this spring.

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