Vanderford Glacier reflection

Unlocking the secrets of the East Antarctic ice sheet

Aug. 12, 2022

New research suggests the world's largest ice sheet may be more susceptible to climate change than previously thought. If the sleepy giant were to completely melt, it would cause global sea levels to rise by 52 meters, or about 170 feet.

WelcomeFest concert in 2016

WelcomeFest concert lineup announced, Flux Pavilion to headline

Aug. 12, 2022

EDM producer Flux Pavilion will headline this year's concert on Aug. 20 at Farrand Field. Also slated to perform are Mike Dime, ZERØ and local artists Don Jamal and Chaysn. Admission is free to all students who provide their Buff OneCard at wristband locations.

Globe statues outside Benson Geological Earth Sciences building

CU’s Earth, atmospheric sciences rank No. 1 and No. 2 in world, along with other high standings

Aug. 11, 2022

Among more than 1,000 universities in more than 95 countries, eight of CU Boulder’s academic programs are in the top 25, according to the ShanghaiRanking Consultancy.

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Implementation team issues guidance on academic instruction for fall 2022

Aug. 11, 2022

The academic instruction guidance for faculty, instructors and staff provides resources for fall 2022 classes, COVID-19 updates, and scheduling and class assignments for spring 2023 and beyond.

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What’s dynamic pricing? An operations management scholar explains

Aug. 11, 2022

Whether you’re booking a plane ticket at the last minute or looking to go to a lackluster football game, you might encounter dynamic pricing, or adjusting prices in response to demand. CU expert Ovunc Yilmaz shares on The Conversation.

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Do you teach on campus? Join the Fall Intensive Aug. 17–19

Aug. 10, 2022

Rich with content, the Center for Teaching and Learning's Fall Intensive will cover everything from the honor code and cheating to teaching contentious topics, using humor, and partnering with the University Libraries. Check out the 45-plus sessions!

Sister Mary Nelle Gage reads to a crowd of people outdoors

62 nuns were buried in a historic Denver cemetery. This archaeologist is helping to move them

Aug. 10, 2022

Between 1898 and 1969, 62 nuns were buried in a historic cemetery in southwest Denver. This summer, Lauren Hosek is helping to move the remains to a new resting place.

Old Main building

3 faculty members headed out on Fulbright Program

Aug. 10, 2022

Three CU Boulder faculty members have been offered Fulbright scholar awards to pursue teaching and research abroad during the 2022–23 academic year. A fourth faculty member was selected but withdrew.

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How Pelosi’s visit to Taiwan impacts Chinese-American relations

Aug. 9, 2022

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's recent visit to Taiwan has fueled a mounting crisis between China and the United States. William Wei, professor of modern Chinese history, spoke about the significance of Pelosi’s visit and its implications on Chinese-American relations.

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Scientists call for ‘Western Rewilding Network’ to support wolf, beaver populations, improve biodiversity on public lands

Aug. 9, 2022

In a paper published this week, CU Boulder Professor Joanna Lambert and 19 other scientists call for a portion of federal land in 11 states to be used to ‘rewild’ the American West.

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