Buff Bulletin Board

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

 

Join the study: Collaborative problem solving in STEM

The iSAT Lab is recruiting participants for a research study who are fluent English speakers, are 18 years old or older, and who have basic computer proficiency. 

These studies take place at the Center for Innovation and Technology, Room 184G. In this type of study we investigate collaborative problem solving in science, technology, engineering and mathematics domains. In the study you will be working with other participants on a series of group problem-solving tasks.

During the study we’ll be using cameras and microphones to record the interactions you and your group have with one another and with the tasks at hand. You will also be required to wear a head-mounted camera (e.g., a GoPro) while you complete the tasks in this study. Collecting video and audio data of you and your group’s interactions is mandatory for this study. If you do not want to be recorded with video and microphone, you may decide not to participate in this study at any time.  

These studies last two hours each, and compensation is awarded in the form of $50 ($25 per hour). To get directions to our lab, or for more information, please email isat.aicl@gmail.com. Sign up now.

Host your next party or event at The Connection

People enjoying an event in The Connection

Looking for a fun place to host your next party or event? With a variety of event packages available, The Connection is an inviting space to gather with family and friends for bowling, billiards, board games and more!

Enjoy hot food options including pizza, chicken tenders, nachos and popcorn, as well as prepackaged snacks, candy and non-alcoholic beverages. The Connection bar features Colorado’s local breweries and 30-plus beer, wine, canned cocktail and hard seltzer options. Request an event reservation.

Nominate your mentor by April 12 for UROP's Mentor Award

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UROP's Mentor Award recognizes campus individuals supporting undergraduates on research and creative projects, regardless of UROP funding. Award recipients will have the option to award an assistantship to an eligible undergraduate of their choosing in the next academic year.

Tenured/tenure-track research faculty, teaching faculty, postdocs and graduate students at CU Boulder and the Anschutz Medical Campus are eligible for UROP's Mentor Award. 

Students are invited to nominate their mentors regardless of program funding, and we welcome submissions from early-stage researchers and creative practitioners. Students are able to submit group nominations by including a list of additional contributors on the form.

Nominations due by 5 p.m. on April 12.

Interested in a US Student Fulbright grant?

Join this virtual session to learn more about opportunities for U.S. citizens to pursue graduate studies, conduct research, or teach English worldwide. Students typically apply for a Fulbright in their senior year or in graduate school. 

In this interactive session, you’ll learn about the different types of Fulbright awards, application components and tips. There will be a Q&A and a breakout session with more information about our campus process. This will be the main information session for the 2025–26 application cycle, so please come! 

If you go

Wednesday, April 3
4–5:15 p.m. MT (virtual)
Register to attend

Enhancing the CU Boulder website: Your input matters!

We are thrilled to announce an exciting initiative aimed at reviewing the user experience of our university's main webpage. As valued members of the CU Boulder community, your insights are invaluable in shaping the future of our digital platform.

What is happening?

We (a group of engineering students) are conducting a comprehensive survey to gather feedback from faculty, students, staff and others affiliated with the university. Our goal is to understand better how we can enhance the accessibility and functionality of our main webpage to serve you better.

How can you help?

Faculty: We invite you to share information about our survey with your students. We appreciate your support in promoting the survey within your classes. Please also complete the survey, as your input will help shape the new webpage.

Students: Your input is vital! Please take the survey to have your voice heard and help shape the future of our university's digital platform.

Take the survey now.

Interested in diving deeper into this project?

We are forming a case study group and welcome student participation within your classes. These sessions will provide a platform for in-depth discussions and collaboration on our project objectives and strategies.

Case study group sessions April 8–12, April 15–19

Mondays: 5–6 p.m.
Tuesdays: 10–11 a.m., noon–1 p.m., 2–3 p.m.
Wednesdays: 12:15–1:15 p.m.
Thursdays: Noon–1 p.m.,1:30–2:30 p.m., 7–8 p.m.
Fridays: 10–11 a.m., 12:15–1:15 p.m.

Sign up to participate.

Get involved today!

Your participation and support are vital in our endeavor to create a more user-friendly and effective digital platform for our university community.

If you have any questions or need further information, please do not hesitate to contact our team. Thank you for your attention to this matter. Let us shape the future of CU Boulder's digital experience together!

Kira Velez, Solus Thompson, Evan Tseng
Enhancing CU Boulder’s main webpage team
Engineering Students, University of Colorado 
kive7791@colorado.edu | gwth6090@colorado.edu | evan.tseng@colorado.edu

Cardiovascular research study volunteers needed

The Integrative Physiology of Aging Lab is looking for volunteers to study the potential health effects of a new type of breathing exercise (a time efficient type of exercise) on blood pressure, vascular function and cognitive function.

Requirements:

  • Aged 50-plus years
  • Higher blood pressure (systolic BP 120-160 mmHg)
  • Willing to exercise up to 25 minutes per day, six days per week for a three-month period

Benefits include:

  • Detailed blood panel (cholesterol, glucose, etc.)
  • Physician-monitored exercise stress test
  • Blood pressure screening
  • Bone mineral density test
  • Monetary compensation for time

If interested, email IMSTstudy@colorado.edu or call 303-492-2485.

Cardiovascular research study volunteers needed

The Integrative Physiology of Aging Lab is looking for volunteers to study the potential health effects of a new type of breathing exercise (a time efficient exercise) delivered via a smartphone app on blood pressure and vascular function.

Requirements:

  • Aged 18+ years
  • Higher blood pressure (systolic BP 120–160 mmHg)
  • Own an Apple or Android smartphone
  • Willing to perform breathing exercises 5–10 minutes per day, six days a week, for six weeks

Benefits include:

  • Detailed blood panel (cholesterol, glucose, etc.)
  • Blood pressure screening
  • Monetary compensation for time

If interested, email IMSTapp@colorado.edu or call 303-492-2485.

Volunteers needed for cardiovascular research study

The Integrative Physiology of Aging Laboratory is looking for volunteers to study the potential health aging effects of nicotinamide riboside supplementation on blood pressure and physiological function.

Requirements:

  • Age 50–79 years
  • Higher than normal blood pressure
  • Willing to undergo a three-month period taking nicotinamide riboside or placebo pills

Benefits include:

  • Blood pressure screening
  • Detailed blood panel (cholesterol, glucose, etc.)
  • Monetary compensation for time

If interested, call 303-492-2485 or email nrstudy@colorado.edu.

COVID-19 vaccines available

Wardenburg Health Center

As of March 1, 2024, the CDC recommends all people ages 65 years and older or any immunocompromised individuals should receive one additional dose of COVID-19 vaccine.

The Pfizer vaccine is available at Wardenburg and is available for students, faculty and staff. All major insurances are accepted. Call 303-492-5432 to schedule or schedule online through your MyCUHealth Portal.

Do you need post-St. Patrick’s legal support?

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Was your St. Patrick's Day not so lucky, and now you’re facing a legal issue? We get it; legal stuff can be overwhelming. That's where Student Legal Services (SLS) comes in to make things a whole lot easier.

Our top-notch lawyers are here to help you at a fraction of the cost you'd pay for a private attorney. Let us handle the legalities while you stay focused on acing the rest of the semester. Drop by our office in UMC 311 or give us a call at 303-492-6813 to set up an appointment.

Get home safely with CU NightRide

CU NightRide: It's OK, we'll drive

CU NightRide is CU Boulder’s student-operated, judgment-free, safe-ride service. It allows you to request free evening transportation to and from any location within Boulder city limits. Download the CU NightRide app from the Apple App Store or Google Play to request a ride.

Join paid study investigating collaborative learning

The NSF Institute of Student-AI Teaming is inviting undergraduate students to participate in a study investigating collaborative problem-solving. You will learn about ways to improve collaborations and work with a partner on fun, collaborative learning activities across two sessions.

You are eligible to participate in this research study if you:

  • Are a CU Boulder student at least 18 years of age
  • Speak English
  • Do not have significant and uncorrected vision impairments

Each visit lasts two hours and will be compensated at $20 per hour. You will earn a bonus of $20 for attending both visits (up to $100 total).

Please sign up for all spots for which you are available over the next few weeks. Providing more availability will help ensure we find you a spot in our study. Calendly emails are not official scheduled dates—only marking your availability. A researcher will be in contact via email to begin the official scheduling process. 

Thank you for your consideration!