Buff Bulletin Board

The Buff Bulletin Board, a listing of campus announcements, is a service of Campus Communications.

 

Support student career success—join the Career Community of Practice

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The Career Community of Practice is a community of staff and faculty united by an interest in supporting CU students’ career-preparedness. The CCOP includes staff and faculty from various colleges, divisions and departments across campus. Some members work in career offices; others have zero career background. All are welcome!

Learn more about what you can expect from the 2023–24 CCOP.

Student Legal Services is here for you

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A reminder that if you’re facing legal trouble, Student Legal Services (SLS) provides high-quality legal services to eligible students at a fraction of the cost of a private attorney. Our experienced lawyers are here to help. Learn how to schedule an appointment and what to expect.

Lime at CU: 5 things you need to know

Lime's rentable electric scooters are now located all across CU Boulder properties. They are an efficient way to get between campuses and around Boulder. 

  • Parking must be within a designated parking area to end a trip. Parking areas are designated on the app with a pin. 
  • Access is limited to certain corridors and streets.
  • The speed limit is 15 mph in most areas and is reduced in specific slow zones.
  • If you ride regularly, you can save money by signing up for LimePrime, a subscription that offers unlimited free unlocks at a set monthly cost. LimeAccess provides discounted rides to Lime users who are Pell grant eligible or who have other financial limitations. 
  • Scooters can be rented and used from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.  

Learn more about Lime e-scooters on the PTS website. Download the Lime app to sign up and start riding.  

Recruit volunteers on CUServes

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CUServes is CU Boulder’s official platform for volunteering! Just set up a profile, then create events and connect with CU volunteers.

The platform allows you and your volunteers to log and track the impacts (time and donations) provided through their service. It also allows us to identify all the ways the CU Boulder campus interacts with community-based organizations.

Unleash your problem-solving skills at Idea Builder workshop, win $500

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Unleash your problem-solving skills at this Idea Builder: Social Impact workshop at the College of Arts and Sciences! We'll break the ice; then attendees will build teams to craft innovative solutions to real-world problems and present them to the group for a chance to win up to $500 from the CU Boulder Get Seed Funding team that night.

This is an excellent opportunity to dip your toes into CU Boulder's innovation and entrepreneurship community in a fun, safe-to-fail environment. This is also a great opportunity for anyone interested in competing in the New Venture Challenge (NVC). Come alone or bring a team, but don't miss this opportunity for impact and creativity!

If you go

Wednesday, Sept. 6, 5–7:30 p.m.
Eaton Humanities, Room 250

Be the Student Fan of the Game

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Student Fan of the Game nominations are now open! One student will be chosen before the home football games as that matchup's Student Fan of the Game. The student chosen will be announced at the new tailgate tradition, the Student Gameday Huddle, win a prize and be featured on the Folsom Field scoreboards during the game.

Students can self-nominate or nominate a friend to be the Student Fan of the Game.

Submit a proposal for the Ignite Social Justice & Leadership Conference

The 2023 Ignite Social Justice & Leadership Conference theme is Learn Today, Lead Tomorrow, Create the Future! The conference will be held in person from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 21, in Kittredge Central. Faculty and staff are invited to submit a proposal to request to present at the conference.

Important dates

  • Sept. 8: Call for proposal closes
  • Sept. 11: Proposal acceptance notification
  • Sept. 15: Deadline to accept a spot

Grad students: Join the Industry Job Search Seminar Series

Starting Sept. 5, this series presents key information about the industry job search. It is intended for first- and second-year master’s students and doctoral students in their second and subsequent years, whether you are intending to move into industry or just want to keep your options open. Each session includes content presentation, resources and an opportunity for questions and discussion.

Build community, get involved, volunteer!

CUServes is CU Boulder’s official platform for volunteering. Discover community organizations and volunteer opportunities; plus track your hours, donations and other impacts you make.

Whether you are a student leader of an organization looking to find new members or an individual student looking to get more involved, make new friends or fulfill required community service, CUServes is the hub for getting started and staying engaged through service.

Go all in with Alternative Breaks! Apply now to be a site leader

Alternative Breaks

The CU Alternative Breaks program sends teams of college students to engage in meaningful service during their breaks from school. Get the opportunity to explore the United States while making a difference through service, reflecting upon their experience and creating long-lasting connections with others.

Gain valuable leadership experience as site leader. Each trip is led by two co-site leaders who are responsible for planning all aspects of the trip, which includes:

  • Solidifying a service site and housing
  • Recruiting participants
  • Facilitating pre-trip meetings
  • Leading the group during the trip
  • Managing a trip budget
  • Creating safe spaces for learning and reflection
  • Implementing the philosophies of the Volunteer Resource Center and Alternative Breaks program

Apply by Sept. 18.

Starting Sept. 1, your Buff OneCard ID is your transit pass

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Starting on Sept. 1, the Buff OneCard ID will be used as a transit pass for all enrolled CU students and benefited employees. CU is no longer issuing CollegePasses or EcoPasses. If you have further questions or encounter problems with your card, contact buspass@colorado.edu

Your Buff OneCard gives you access to RTD bus and rail routes, including routes to Denver International Airport.

Participate in a study on cannabis, memory

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In this study, we want to understand how varying levels of cannabinoids (e.g., THC and CBD) impact things such as memory and cognition to better understand the effects of varying levels of cannabinoids.

Participants will be compensated approximately $195 for 7.5 hours.

You may be eligible to participate if you:

  • Are 21–40 years old
  • Have used cannabis for at least one year
  • Are right-handed

Reminder: Fireworks are illegal in Boulder

Wildfires can happen at any time of year in Colorado, which makes fireworks particularly dangerous in the Boulder area. Setting off fireworks also negatively impacts the health and wellness of your neighbors and our community. It's important to find other ways to celebrate being back in Boulder.

The city of Boulder’s firework laws are more restrictive than other areas of Colorado. Laws prohibit items like sparklers, snaps, snakes, bottle rockets, Roman candles and smoke bombs, in addition to fireworks that leave the ground or explode. You may also be held responsible for fireworks used by roommates and guests.

Possible legal penalties include:

  • Fines up to $2,650
  • Court fees
  • Possible arson charges
  • Possible jail time
  • Liability for property or personal injury damages

You will also be referred to Student Conduct & Conflict Resolution at CU Boulder.

Unused fireworks can be brought to the city of Boulder Public Safety Building at 1805 33rd St. without penalty. Connect with ⁠Student Legal Services or visit ⁠Off-Campus Housing & Neighborhood Relations to learn more about common citations and Boulder ordinances.

OIT: New YuJa video platform to replace Kaltura

OIT is excited to announce the transition from our existing enterprise video platform, Kaltura, to our new platform, YuJa, is beginning this fall semester. The transition will occur in stages over the next three semesters, fall 2023 to fall 2024, and is being planned in a way to make user experience as smooth as possible.

Learn more information about YuJa, the transition, and upcoming training opportunities.

Looking for the right class to complete your schedule? Consider a history course

Haven't found just the right course to complete your fall 2023 schedule? The History Department has several interesting courses still available, many of which fulfill gen ed, diversity, major or elective credits. Below are some of our open courses:

  • HIST 1628-001 Introduction to Chinese History since 1644
  • HIST 4123-001 Kings and Commoners in an Age of Crisis: English History 1327–1487
  • HIST 4232-001 From Absolutism to Revolution in Europe, 1648–1789
  • HIST 4437-001 African American History, 1619–1865
  • HIST 4521-001 Europe in the High Middle Ages (1000–1400 A.D.)
  • HIST 4538-002 History of Modern India
  • HIST 4618-001 Early Modern China: From Ghengis Khan to the Opium War
  • HIST 4728-001 Modern Japanese History
  • HIST 4800-001 Special Topics in Global History: Semicolonial China, Japan, Siam
  • HIST 4803-001 Special Topics in European History: Warrior Queens of England
  • HIST 4820-001 Human Rights: Historical Perspectives

Read the course descriptions, or visit CU Boulder Class Search for more information.