Don Graves visits Eric Cornell and researchers in his lab

Commerce official visits campus to explore quantum research, workforce development

Sept. 26, 2024

Colorado’s burgeoning role in the quantum revolution was in the spotlight as U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Don Graves made an official visit to CU Boulder and JILA, a joint institute of CU Boulder and the National Institute of Standards and Technology.

campus buildings and the Flatirons

Compliance Week highlight: RIO creating global impact

Sept. 26, 2024

Research & Innovation Office units providing important compliance support for faculty and students include Conflicts of Interest and Commitment; Contracts & Grants; Intellectual Property and Tech Transfer; Export Controls; Research Integrity and Misconduct; Research with Animals; and Research with Human Subjects.

aerial view of the Hill

City of Boulder ordinance update: ‘chronic nuisance’

Sept. 26, 2024

An ordinance change from the city of Boulder went into effect on Sept. 7, establishing a definition for “chronic nuisance” properties, which could affect students living off campus if their property receives a certain number of citations within a year. Get tips to avoid citations.

roads leading into Boulder

Be more aware of emergencies, significant incidents off campus

Sept. 26, 2024

Anyone can sign up to receive countywide emergency notifications. Learn more.

The majestic Flatirons above Boulder framed in fall colors.

New records set as momentum continues for CU Boulder research funding, initiatives

Sept. 26, 2024

CU Boulder researchers attracted a record $742.2 million in fiscal year 2023–24 for studies and initiatives that, among other things, could lead to an end of osteoarthritis, better space weather predictions and a more climate-resilient American West.

Gina LaFrazza and Chancellor Justin Schwartz

Meet Gina ‘Dr. G’ LaFrazza—psychologist, triathlete and spouse to Justin Schwartz

Sept. 26, 2024

In a Q&A, Gina “Dr. G.” LaFrazza discusses what she’s looking forward to as she transitions to living in Boulder.

Two friends embrace for a photo at the 2014 Homecoming parade

3 tips to make new friends this semester

Sept. 26, 2024

There are plenty of opportunities each semester to meet new people on campus—no matter where you are in your academic journey. Here are a few tips for making new friends this year.

Comic book illustrations

Flying with the man behind the capes

Sept. 25, 2024

CU Boulder alumnus Patrick Hamilton discusses his new book on influential comic book artist George Pérez during Hispanic Heritage Month.

The evening sun shone on the barren and cracked ground. Elniyo phenomenon in the tropical region of Southeast Asia

1 in 2 El Niño events could be extreme by mid-century

Sept. 25, 2024

Climate change from greenhouse gas emissions could make extreme El Niño events more frequent, according to new research co-led by CU Boulder.

Man in flannel shirt wearing safety glasses sits next to equipment with lots of tubes

Introducing CUriosity: How old is beer?

Sept. 25, 2024

If there’s anything that unites humans, it’s kicking back with a cool pint, says Travis Rupp, also known as the “Beer Archaeologist.” He weighs in on the age-old practice in the inaugural edition of CUriosity, a new series from CU Boulder Today.

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