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Conference Jan. 10–13 to explore global rise of religious nationalism

Jan. 8, 2024

A four-day conference—hosted by the College of Media, Communication and Information’s Center for Media, Religion and Culture—will examine the rise of religious nationalism and the media’s role in the spread of news and meaning around these topics.

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‘Alice’ production is a trip—Jan. 20

Jan. 5, 2024

MOMIX, a multimedia, illusionist dance company, will summon the psychedelic spirit of Lewis Carroll in its production of “Alice,” brought to campus by CU Presents.

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How to pen that novel: ‘Put your heart’s blood on the page’

Jan. 5, 2024

Award-winning author and CU Boulder Professor Stephen Graham Jones shares advice with writers who may be reflecting on their 50,000 words for National Novel Writing Month.

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New scholarship celebrates, supports ‘ANDers’

Jan. 5, 2024

The College of Arts and Sciences uses “and” as a verb, and a new scholarship aims to support students who do, too. Students who are passionate about “ANDing” are encouraged to apply for the scholarship by March 15.

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Pundits: Central to democracy, or partisan spewers of opinion who destroy trust?

Jan. 4, 2024

A pundit is someone who offers commentary in the media on a particular subject area. Read more from Professor Mike McDevitt, discussing roles and trends related to pundits, on The Conversation.

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Study: Cannabis can make workouts more fun, but it’s no performance-enhancer

Jan. 3, 2024

A first-of-a-kind laboratory study of runners shows that using cannabis before training can boost motivation and mood. However, if the THC content is high, it can also make exercise feel harder, potentially sabotaging performance.

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Celebrate 1st anniversary of CAAAS Day—Feb. 1

Jan. 3, 2024

In 2023, Colorado Governor Jared Polis proclaimed the first day of Black History Month each year as the Center for African and African American Studies Day. This anniversary event is open to the public and its original location has been moved to the Glenn Miller Ballroom.

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Alumni Award nominations now open

Jan. 3, 2024

The annual Alumni Award program is one of CU Boulder’s longest-standing traditions—and it can’t happen without you. Do you know a remarkable alum? Nominate them by Jan. 29.

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‘The Exorcist’ maintains its terrifying staying power

Jan. 2, 2024

“The Exorcist” film, which recently turned 50, continues to leave a mark on Christians and the larger American public as both a horror film and a story about the battle between good and evil. Associate Professor Deborah Whitehead discusses.

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Colorado’s mellowing marijuana industry

Jan. 2, 2024

Ten years after the launch of recreational cannabis sales, the sector faces unique challenges.

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