Volunteers a ‘secret sauce’ of business innovation, says CU-Boulder study

Nov. 4, 2015

Business accelerators -- entities that give money, guidance and space for a set amount of time to startups -- heavily rely on volunteer mentors to promote innovation, according to a new University of Colorado Boulder study.

CU Traditions: Norlin Library

Nov. 4, 2015

Heading to the library to study is a tradition for most college students. Here at CU-Boulder, that means a trip to Norlin Library.

Teens explore the botany behind a victim’s last meal in CU-Boulder “science cafĂ©â€

Oct. 30, 2015

University of Colorado Boulder scientists know how to get teens excited about science – pick a good topic, such as using science to solve crimes, and then package it in a “cafĂ©â€ setting. The Teen Science CafĂ© – the next one dubbed “CSI Botany: Using Plants to Solve Crimes” - is part of a national push to get more young people involved in science, technology, engineering and math (or STEM) subjects.

High schoolers learn dance in context of celebration

Oct. 28, 2015

On Friday, Oct. 23, 170 high school students arrived at the Charlotte York Irey Theatre on the CU-Boulder campus, dance shoes in hand, for High School Dance Day. The annual outreach event is designed to give high schoolers a taste of college, specifically of a college dance program.

McKnight to present Distinguished Research Lecture Oct. 29

Oct. 27, 2015

On Thursday, Oct. 29, at 4 p.m. in UMC 235, Institute of Arctic and Alpine Research Fellow and Professor of civil, environmental and architectural engineering Diane McKnight will present, “The McMurdo Dry Valleys, Antarctica: Ecosystems waiting for water” as part of the 2015 Distinguished Research Lecturer series.

Colorado employment growth to persist despite slip in new business formation, says CU-Boulder report

Oct. 27, 2015

Despite a dip in business filings in Colorado during the third quarter of 2015 with 25,164 new entities recorded, employment in the state is projected to expand over the next two quarters, according to a University of Colorado Boulder report released Oct. 27 by Colorado Secretary of State Wayne Williams.

The four keys to college courses

Oct. 22, 2015

Studying effectively is a process that requires more than good class notes—like a quiet environment and knowing how to focus your energy. The key to academic success can lie in the four P’s: Prioritizing classwork, securing a Place to work, using Productive studying strategies, and working with other People who support your academic habits. Learn more about honing in on the four P’s in this month’s issue of Student Health 101.

TIP SHEET: CU-Boulder sources on GOP debate

Oct. 22, 2015

Several University of Colorado Boulder experts from across campus are available to comment on the Republican presidential debate to be held Oct. 28 at the Coors Events Center.

Your student government: Fall 2015 election Q and A, candidate bios

Oct. 21, 2015

The University of Colorado Student Government fall 2015 election will be held Oct. 26-29. Beginning Oct. 26 at 8 a.m., students can login to the MyCUInfo page to vote.

CU scientists to engage public Oct. 24 through hands-on demos, conversationsÌęÌę

Oct. 20, 2015

Scientists from the University of Colorado Boulder and University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus are stepping out of their offices and labs to share their work through hands-on activities Saturday, Oct. 24, at the Boulder Public Library, 1001 Arapahoe Ave. “Portal to the Public: Meet a CU Scientist” will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. and is free and open to all ages.

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