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What to know about the Perseids meteor shower

Aug. 3, 2023

The annual Perseids meteor shower peaks Aug. 11–13. Fiske Planetarium manager Francisco “Tito” Salas shares his expertise and viewing tips for the upcoming celestial event.

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Ever-larger cars, trucks causing safety crisis—here’s how communities can fight back

Aug. 2, 2023

Deadly traffic incidents have declined in most developed countries in recent years, but in the U.S., both motor vehicle and pedestrian fatalities are becoming more common. Read more from Professor Kevin Krizek on The Conversation.

SMART students present during last year's poster symposium (Michele Flores)

Christina Alston to lead Colorado Diversity Initiative

Aug. 1, 2023

Alston aims to use her background as an educational leader to create a more inclusive STEM community on campus.

Elementary school-aged students

Imagining new ways to teach science

Aug. 1, 2023

An interdisciplinary team of graduate and undergraduate students is innovating with elementary teachers to teach science through music, art and movement.

Katherine Clifford diagramming process on white board

CU Boulder geographer among inaugural group of public scholars

Aug. 1, 2023

Katherine Clifford, a scientist at the Western Water Assessment, has been named to American Association of Geographers’ Elevate the Discipline cohort.

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Programs prepare students, staff and faculty to respond to opioid crisis

Aug. 1, 2023

CU Boulder is committed to preparing students, staff and faculty to respond to the ongoing opioid crisis. Learn more about program impacts and plans for the upcoming academic year.

Students walk past Hellems on their way to classes with the majestic Flatirons in the background

Arts and sciences dean appoints new division deans

Aug. 1, 2023

In a significant milestone in the reorganization of the College of Arts and Sciences, Dean Glen Krutz has appointed two deans of division and one interim dean of division: Irene Blair, Sarah Jackson and John-Michael Rivera.

Attendees listen in and take notes during a speaker session

Nation’s premier science communications conference set for Oct. 6–10

Aug. 1, 2023

Hundreds of science journalists and communicators from around the country will converge at the CU Boulder and Anschutz campuses to expand their skills, connect with colleagues and learn about cutting-edge research. ScienceWriters2023 conference registration is open, and student rates are available.

Amy Hutton

Amy Hutton hired to lead Enrollment Management

Aug. 1, 2023

Amy Hutton, who will join CU Boulder from the University of Alabama, will begin on Sept. 11, overseeing all aspects of enrollment management, including admissions, financial aid, the bursar, and pre-college and outreach programs.

Sorority sisters volunteer during move-in

Fraternity and sorority recruitment is now open

Aug. 1, 2023

With four different councils and nearly 30 chapters, there are lots of opportunities for you to get involved, find your place on campus and have a fun time with lifelong friends. Learn more and register online.

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