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How therapy, not pills, can nix chronic pain and change the brain

Sept. 29, 2021

A new, CU Boulder-led study provides strong evidence that a psychological treatment can provide effective and lasting relief for chronic pain, which affects one in five Americans. The treatment also appears to quiet regions of the brain that generate chronic pain.

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What to do if you and your roommates aren’t getting along

Sept. 29, 2021

Living with roommates can feel challenging, especially if you aren’t getting along. Here are some tips and strategies to help you navigate disagreements and conflict with your roommates.

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The dean’s list of advice: 3 ways to make it through midterms

Sept. 29, 2021

As we move further into the fall semester, it may feel like things are getting tough. During times of stress and uncertainty, remember you are part of the Buff family. It’s important to not only look out for yourselves but also each other. Read more from JB Banks, dean of students and associate vice chancellor for Student Affairs.

Glow sticks on students after running the Nearly Naked Mile

Race in the Nearly Naked Mile Oct. 7

Sept. 29, 2021

This tradition includes a one-mile underwear race through campus and an afterparty with a DJ and free food. All donated clothing items will benefit Denver charities. Those who donate five or more clothing items will receive a free fanny pack.

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Get a CU mentor, reach your professional goals

Sept. 29, 2021

Through the free Forever Buffs Network, when you sign up as a mentee, you’ll be paired with a CU alum-mentor who can help you reach your personal and professional ambitions. Sign up by Oct. 11.

A display of censored or banned books

University Libraries celebrating Banned Books Week through Oct. 2

Sept. 28, 2021

Visit the display, stop by the info table and explore the University Libraries' banned books guide as part of this year's Banned Books Week and supporting access to diverse information.

A scene of the Flatirons from the CU campus.

CU Boulder affiliates to have free, full access to sustainability conference Oct. 12–14

Sept. 28, 2021

Register to attend the upcoming "the future is" conference, a stage to exchange effective models, policies, research, collaborations and transformative actions that advance sustainability in higher education and surrounding communities.

Suzette Malveaux

Colorado Law professor honored with LGBTQ advocacy award

Sept. 28, 2021

Professor Suzette Malveaux and her partner, Catherine Smith, accepted the Gerald A. Gerash Advocacy Award presented by The Center on Colfax at the center’s 45th anniversary gala. The award honors those who demonstrate a history of advocacy for the LGBTQ community.

Joshua Vierra, a sophomore music cello performance major  casts his ballot at a poling place in the UMC at the University of Colorado Boulder. (Photo by Casey A. Cass/University of Colorado)

Register to vote during National Voter Registration Day Sept. 28

Sept. 28, 2021

It's National Voter Registration Day. Stop by the University Memorial Center fountain area from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. to register to vote in the upcoming election, which will be held Nov. 2. If you have one, bring your Colorado ID.

Russell Moore

From the Provost: Faculty should review updated rights, responsibilities document

Sept. 27, 2021

Provost Russell Moore is encouraging CU Boulder faculty to review the campus’s revised Professional Rights and Responsibilities of Faculty Members document, approved last year by the Boulder Faculty Assembly and accepted by Moore.

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