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Machine learning helps scientists identify the environmental preferences of microbes

May 2, 2023

Researchers have figured out a way to predict bacteria’s environmental pH preferences from a quick look at their genomes, using machine learning. Led by experts at CU Boulder, the new approach promises to help guide ecological restoration efforts, agriculture and even the development of health-related probiotics.

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Professional development opportunities open for registration

May 2, 2023

Learning opportunities are available in a variety of workplace topics, including management skills, inclusive practices and personal productivity. Plan the expertise you’d like to build with sessions on everything from “getting things done” to “seven habits of highly effective people” and more.

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Refresh and recharge with the University Libraries’ new nap pods

May 2, 2023

Need a study or work break? Refresh and recharge with one of the University Libraries’ nap pods, available at the Norlin Library and the Gemmill Engineering, Mathematics & Physics Library.

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Ways to gain professional experience this summer

May 2, 2023

It’s not too late to take advantage of opportunities to gain professional experience this summer. Even if you don’t have an internship lined up, you can still use your time to expand your skills and enhance your resume.

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Apply by June 15 for summer tuition assistance

May 1, 2023

The tuition assistance benefit is a ticket to affordable, quality education for employees or their dependents. The summer application window is open through June 15 for CU Boulder employees.

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Open enrollment ends at 5 p.m. Friday

May 1, 2023

Benefits-eligible CU Boulder employees have the final word on their benefits choices for the 2023-24 plan year—until 5 p.m. on Friday, May 5, when selections are due. All open enrollment selections must be submitted in the employee portal by this time.

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Photos: Campus Kids Day comes with cuteness overload

May 1, 2023

Staff Council’s Campus Kids Day on April 27 brought family fun for employees and their little ones. Special attractions at the Rec Center included Chip, activity tables, ice skating, pizza and more.

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10 things to do this week: Indulge in a late-night breakfast and more

May 1, 2023

This week brings the ATLAS Expo, free goodies at The Hive, a meditation at Fiske, a walk through the farmer’s market, a silent film accompanied by CU music students, a pouring challenge and more.

Volunteers keep the traffic moving. Volunteers, students and parents work together to move students back onto the CU Boulder campus on Sunday, August 19, 2018. (Photo by Glenn Asakawa/University of Colorado)

Plan for increased traffic, parking congestion May 11–13

April 28, 2023

Commencement and many recognition ceremonies will bring several days of excitement and celebration to the community. This means CU Boulder and city of Boulder roadways will be heavily impacted as well.

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Honor CU Boulder’s newest graduates at commencement on May 11

April 28, 2023

The extended campus community is invited to join in celebration of the class of 2023. Read Folsom Field clear bag, safety and concessions info, as well as parking info, and get ready for the big day, which will include remarks from university leaders and Colorado Gov. Jared Polis, awards, the Norlin charge and more.

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