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

 

Chronic back pain? Research participants wanted

Back pain illustration

The Pain Lab at CU Boulder, affiliated with the Institute of Cognitive Science, is seeking participants ages 21–70 for a research study with non-invasive wearable sensors.

You may be eligible if you have experienced back pain for the last three-plus months. Participants will be compensated up to $360.

If you're interested, fill out the screening form, and the lab will contact you regarding your eligibility.  

Donate to childhood cancer research at Delta House of Pancakes event

Join Fraternity & Sorority Life at the annual Delta House of Pancakes (DHOP) on Oct. 22. Hosted by Delta Delta Delta, DHOP sells pancakes to raise money to help fight childhood cancer. All proceeds from the event will go to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in support of that cause.

The event is from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and open to all students and members of the community. Those who would like to attend can register by donating $5 on the DHOP fundraiser page. You will need to show proof of purchase at the door. If you cannot make it to the event, you can still donate to St. Jude online.

Vote by Nov. 8 to boost Buffs in higher ed democracy challenge

This November, make your voice heard by voting in the 2022 election. CU Boulder has posted a number of resources related to how to register, where to vote and what’s on the ballot this year. 

CU Boulder has a proud history of civically engaged students, faculty and staff. In 2020, 80.3% of CU Boulder students voted in the election, earning the university the platinum seal from the All In Campus Democracy Challenge––the best participation rate in the Pac-12 Conference.

This year, CU Boulder is going head-to-head against other universities in Colorado for the highest voter turnout. Let’s prove that in 2022, Buffs are all-in on democracy.  

Help CU Boulder win this challenge by casting your ballot by Nov. 8.
 

Mobile Food Pantry on campus Oct. 11

A mobile food pantry will take place from 2 to 4 p.m. on the UMC South Terrace Plaza. The mobile food pantry is free and open to CU Boulder students, faculty and staff as well as community members of Boulder and Broomfield counties. Food will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.

Additional dates are tentatively slated for Nov. 15 and Dec. 6. Learn more or contact food@colorado.edu with questions.

Participate in UROP’s Sidewalk Symposium Oct. 18

Students participate in UROP Sidewalk Symposium

The Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP) invites CU Boulder undergraduates to participate in UROP’s Sidewalk Symposium on Oct. 18.

Students from all majors, at any stage of their project timeline, are encouraged to participate by creating and sharing their research and creative work with chalk on the campus walkways—all in collaboration with a professional artist.

Eligibility:

  • UROP funding is not required to participate.
  • CU Boulder undergraduates engaged in campus research and creative projects are encouraged to participate.
  • Participants must be working (or completed work) under the supervision of a CU Boulder faculty or staff mentor.
  • Students may participate as a group and should submit the application form once (with all students named).

Learn more and sign up.

Participants needed for spinal cord injury research study

Have you had a spinal cord injury? If so, we need your help.

The Sensorimotor Recovery and Neuroplasticity Laboratory at CU Boulder and CU Anschutz is seeking persons with a spinal cord injury to participate in a research project to study how low-oxygen therapy may promote recovery of movement.

This study is looking to see how mild bouts of breathing low oxygen may improve leg strength and walking ability in persons with spinal cord injury. The purpose of this study is to gain better understanding of how this potential therapy may help people with spinal cord injury become more independent.

If the following two questions apply to you, we would like to hear from you.

  • Are you 18–75 years old? 
  • Did you sustain a spinal cord injury more than six months ago?

Data we collect will be used to determine if this therapy may increase voluntary movement in persons' spinal cord injury. 

The study takes up one to two hours per day, up to 10 days of experimental treatment and training, and up to two days for tests on the CU Boulder campus. Participants will be compensated $25 for each visit and in some cases for travel.

Thank you so very much for your consideration. Your participation in our research program is greatly appreciated. For more information, contact CU Boulder's Andrew Quesada Tan and/or CU Anschutz's Andrew C. Smith with the subject line "IH STUDY."

Raise money for childhood cancer at the Chi-O Rodeo on Oct. 8

Join Fraternity & Sorority Life at this year's Chi-O Rodeo, an event filled with food, line dancing, yard games and even a mechanical bull, to raise money for Make-A-Wish! All students and community members are invited to this event.

Every year, Chi Omega partners with Make-A-Wish to raise money for children with critical illnesses. This year, Chi Omega's wish kid is Amelia, a 7-year-old from Arvada, Colorado, who was diagnosed with leukemia. Her wish is to get a horse that she can keep on her family's farm.

The event will be held Saturday, Oct. 8, from 4 to 6 p.m. on Farrand Field. It will be $8 to attend. Whether or not you attend, anyone can donate at Chi Omega's Make-A-Wish page.

The International Festival needs you

Share your culture by participating in the International Festival on March 4. The International Festival Committee is looking for CU students, staff, faculty and community members to represent their culture or background by hosting a booth at IFest 2023!

The goal of the annual International Festival is to provide an opportunity for CU cultural student groups, individual students, staff, faculty and Boulder community members to share their culture with the CU community. Participants represent their roots by personalizing their booth using local artwork, clothing, literature, games or other décor that resonates with their cultural background. The greater CU Boulder community can participate in performances and cultural activities as well!

If you or someone you know would like to join IFest by hosting a booth or performing, please mark down these important dates on your calendar:

Please take note of the food application deadline. If you hope to host a booth and would like to serve food that you feel is representative of your culture/background, you must submit your food application by Oct. 18 11:59 p.m. The food application deadline is strict. Absolutely no food applications received after Oct. 18 will be considered.

Apply now. We hope to have you be a part of our celebration!

Questions? Please reach out to the International Festival Committee at ifc@colorado.edu.

Get a chance to win $500 and an invitation to speak at TEDxCU

student speaking at TEDxCU event

CU Boulder undergraduates are invited to apply and compete at this year's 2022 Public Speaking Competition, run by TEDxCU. The competition will take place on Monday, Nov. 14, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the CASE Auditorium on Main Campus.

The application will close Monday, Oct. 17, at 11:59 p.m. The TEDxCU team will review applications and send a follow-up email if you have been chosen to speak at the Nov. 14 competition.

Finalists will be judged by a panel of past TEDxCU speakers and organizers. First place will receive a $500 cash prize and an invitation to speak at TEDxCU 2023 on April 7, 2023. Second place will receive a $250 cash prize.

Ralphie Handler tryouts coming up: Apply by Oct. 31

All students who will be graduating after December 2023 are eligible to try out to become part of college football's greatest tradition! Open to all current students, Ralphie Handler applications are now open. Please consider applying and completing the tryout process.

Applications are due Oct. 31. Do not hesitate to reach out with any questions!

Apply for the Center for Student Involvement board

Join the CSI Board

On behalf of CUSG, the Center for Student Involvement (CSI) Advisory Board enhances the role of CSI in providing strong support for students and student organizations. This is your chance to:

  • Help create a vibrant campus community
  • Gain leadership experience
  • Develop engaging programs and events

During a typical year, the CSI board discusses issues such as annual budgets, CSI policies and implementation of services, programs and activities. Apply now!

Note: You must be able to attend the board meetings on Wednesdays from 5:30 to 7 p.m. 

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, a global effort to help everyone stay safe and protected when using technology, whenever and however you connect. The theme for the month is "It’s easy to stay safe online," and the University of Colorado is proud to be a champion and support this online safety and education initiative again this year.

Stay tuned for new topics each week, cybersecurity plinko, and webinars intended for faculty, staff, researchers and students university-wide.

First- and second-years: Share your opinions, get $20

Strategic Relations and Communications seeks first- and second-year undergraduates to participate in an hour-long focus group being held throughout the week of Oct. 10. The focus groups will be conveniently held on Zoom.

We want to hear your opinions about different CU Boulder communications and sources of information. Participation is confidential, and all responses will be anonymous. 

As a token of appreciation, we are offering each participant a $20 Amazon gift card.

Please use the link below to find a date and time that works for you and reserve your spot. Participation will be on a first-come, first-served basis—so sign up today!

Come support the Spike for Sight volleyball tournament

Fraternity & Sorority Life logo

Come cheer on your friends and support Delta Gamma's Service for Sight philanthropy at the Spike for Sight volleyball tournament.

Students can purchase a ticket for the tournament for $8 online, or buy a ticket at the door. While the teams are made up of Fraternity & Sorority Life members, all students are welcome to come to the tournament to watch, support and donate to a good cause.

Service for Sight is a Delta Gamma-founded organization that works closely with the visually impaired community. The money raised through this organization is donated to the Anchor Center for Blind Children and the Boulder Guide Dogs for the Blind. Learn more about these causes.