How do you feel about your graduate student experience? That’s the question the Student Experience in the Research University (SERU) Graduate Student Survey, known as the gradSERU Survey, is seeking to understand.

The survey, which takes approximately 20 minutes to complete, is designed to examine students' experiences across the entire spectrum of their graduate career: academic, research, teaching, professional development, well-being and sense of community. A survey URL was distributed over email to almost all non-professional graduate students—search your email for "gradSERU" for your unique URL. 

All respondents will be entered to win one of 20 $100 Amazon gift cards. The survey closes April 29.

Take the Faculty & Staff Engagement Survey—it's not too late! The survey is open until Wednesday, April 30.

The survey assesses our workforce's status and key engagement elements such as work enthusiasm, career satisfaction, institutional pride, intent to stay, and connection to the mission. This survey is vital in informing our ongoing efforts to improve the campus experience for all faculty and staff.

Personally identifiable information is released to no one outside of Arthur J. Gallagher. Survey results will not identify individuals; only aggregate findings will be used for organizational improvements.

As Finals Week approaches, here are key updates and resources to help you get around:

Spring Buff Bus finals schedule

During Finals Week, the Buff Bus will be running an expanded schedule to accommodate students' needs. The routes and schedules are as follows:

Williams Village/Bear Creek (Route W)

• Friday, May 2: 6:30 a.m.–11 p.m.
• Saturday, May 3–Sunday, May 4: 6:30 a.m.–11 p.m.
• Monday, May 5–Wednesday, May 7: 6:30 a.m.–11 p.m.

Late-night service

Late-night service on Route W is offered Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings from 11 p.m. to 1 a.m. Late-night service from Will Vill to Main Campus is provided by Via Mobility Services (small black buses that say VIA on them, not larger Buff Buses).

• May 1, 2 and 3: 11 p.m.–1 a.m.

Stampede (Route S)

• Friday, May 2: 7 a.m.–10 p.m.
• Saturday, May 3–Sunday, May 4: 8 a.m.–10 p.m.
• Monday, May 5–Wednesday, May 7: 6:30 a.m.–10 p.m.

Marine Street Express (Route M)

• Friday, May 2: 9:15 a.m.–3 p.m.
• Saturday, May 3–Sunday, May 4: No service
• Monday, May 5–Wednesday, May 7: 9:15 a.m.–3 p.m.

Library hours during Finals Week

University Libraries will have extended hours to support your study needs.

Additional tips for Finals Week

Study spaces: Make use of the various study spaces available on campus, including the libraries, study lounges and reserved quiet areas.

Health and wellness: Remember to take breaks, stay hydrated and get enough sleep. The Rec Center is offering stress-relief activities and wellness resources all week long.

Final exam schedule: Check your final exam dates, times and locations on Buff Portal to avoid any last-minute surprises.

Building access: Remember your Buff OneCard during Finals Week. Check building access hours.

We hope these resources help you navigate Finals Week smoothly. Good luck with your exams!

Earlier this month, the National Artificial Intelligence Research Resource (NAIRR) Pilot, including members of CU Research Computing and Arizona State University, hosted the AI Unlocked workshop in Denver, focused on AI tools and applications. We're now planning a smaller, campus-based version for CU and RMACC affiliates.

To help shape this next event and sign up for updates, please take a moment to complete this brief survey. Your input will help us gauge interest and identify key topics. Feel free to share it with others. The survey closes on May 5.

To increase campus security and safety measures, the CU Boulder campus will be locking the exterior doors to academic buildings on specific dates. Anyone with a Buff OneCard will be able to swipe into academic buildings during regular building hours, and no additional access needs to be granted.  

You will need your Buff OneCard on these weekday dates to access campus buildings:

● Friday, May 2 (Reading Day) 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.
● Saturday, May 3–Wednesday, May 7 (final exam period) 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.
● Campus commencement (May 8)

Days may be added in case of other impactful events. Read more about building access.

Registration is continuing from now through May 16 for the Rocky Mountain Advanced Computing Consortium’s (RMACC) 15th annual High Performance Computing Symposium, set for Tuesday–Thursday, May 20–22, at the Wolf Law Building on the CU Boulder campus.

We are seeking caregivers and students ages 14–18 in the Boulder Valley School District to participate in two-hour focus groups about Title IX experiences in the district.

Title IX is a federal law that prohibits discrimination based on sex in education, including issues related to harassment, athletics and equal opportunities. If you or your child are interested in participating in this study, you will have the opportunity to:

• Share your perspectives on BVSD’s Title IX policies and protocols
• Help identify values, needs, strengths, and points of tension
• Contribute to recommendations for improving Title IX practices and strengthening trust and transparency within the district

If you complete the focus group session, you will receive a $20 Amazon gift card.

To participate, fill out our eligibility survey here. For questions, please contact Chelsea Kilimnik (chelsea.kilimnik@colorado.edu).

Now is the time to crack open your playbook and research your options to select the right health plans for yourself, your family and your lifestyle.

Open enrollment is the annual opportunity for University of Colorado faculty and staff to review upcoming health plan changes, compare their current coverage to their actual health care needs and enroll. Open enrollment begins at 8 a.m. (MT) April 21 and ends at 5 p.m. (MT) May 9, with new plan-year coverage beginning July 1.

CAIRO Lab is seeking participants for a human-AI collaborative study. This study takes place over two visits, each lasting about 30 minutes. You will play a video game on a computer, where you will explore a 2D environment, complete part of a treasure hunting task, and fill out surveys describing your progress and experience in the game. No prior experience is necessary.

Participants will receive $20 for completing both study visits. If you're interested, please email kaleb.bishop@colorado.edu with the subject 'Handover Study Participant' or schedule your appointment now.

Participants must be 18 years or older and must be students, staff or faculty at CU. The study will take place in the Engineering Center.

Thank you,
CAIRO Lab team

Join the Center for Teaching & Learning this Maymester for Pedagogy and Wellness in the Classroom, a hybrid microcredential designed for faculty, instructors, advisors and staff who are looking to create more inclusive, supportive and academically effective environments.

Participants will explore inclusive, evidence-based teaching and communication strategies that support the wellness of students, faculty and staff. The program offers tools for navigating difficult conversations, deepens understanding of today’s student mental health landscape, and empowers educators and staff to foster environments that are both engaging and resilient.

Details:

• Complete online content prior to in-person sessions
• In-person meetings Thursday, May 15, and Thursday, May 22
  • 9 a.m.–noon, CASE E390 (East Building, third floor)

Facilitators:

• Roselinde Kaiser, PhD – Associate Chair & Director of Undergraduate Studies, Department of Psychology and Neuroscience
• Tina Pittman Wagers, PsyD – Teaching Professor, Department of Psychology and Neuroscience

Register now.

During campus portal maintenance, which is next scheduled for Sunday, April 20, you can still access Canvas and some other campus services through direct links (e.g., canvas.colorado.edu).

Currently enrolled at the Boulder campus? The University Libraries would like to hear from you.

We are looking for approximately a dozen students to participate in a remote 20-minute usability session for spring 2025. Participants will be asked to complete common library search tasks, such as looking for a book, and let us know how well the library search performs. 

As a token of our appreciation for your time, you will receive a $10 Amazon gift card. Questions can be directed to Nicole Trujillo at nicole.trujillo@colorado.edu.

Researchers are seeking healthy individuals between 18-45 years old for a neuroimaging study on cognition and emotion.

• Study uses two different neuroimaging methods (FMRI and FNIRS). The methods are non-invasive. 
• Study will take around 3.5 hours; participants will be compensated. 

If interested, please fill out this eligibility survey to apply.
 

Are you working an internship in Boulder this summer? The Internship Lodging Program is a convenient and affordable housing solution for summer interns working in Boulder and the surrounding areas.

Operated by CU Boulder Conference Services, this program provides fully furnished accommodations, easy access to campus amenities and a supportive community for interns throughout the summer.

• Participants must be 18 years of age or older
• Minimum stay of 30 nights per person
• Stay between May 17 and Aug. 2

Contact for more information: internlodging@colorado.edu.

Staying in Boulder this summer? The Rec Center has summer memberships to fit your schedule and budget. Stay active and enjoy all the amenities at the Rec Center, including the Buff Pool!

Membership details

• Summer membership dates: June 1–July 31
• All purchases must be made in person at the Rec Center

Membership options

• 9-Week Membership: $70 (40% savings), includes a free medium locker if purchased by May 31
• 4-Week Membership: $35
• Weekly Membership: $13
• 1-Day Pass: $7 (students), $10 (non-students)

Purchase a summer membership in April or May and get entered into a weekly drawing to win: free summer membership, Climbing Passes, Be Fit Passes and more exciting prizes!