CU South Denver recently embarked upon an ambitious strategic planning process that will help define a vision to bring innovative education models to the South Denver community. We want to better understand the unique needs of South Denver businesses, employers, residents, educators and our extended CU family. Take the questionnaire, or participate in the April 28 Open Forum.

In the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries, large vessels were fashioned from cedar, poplar and cottonwood trunks. But how big, how numerous and how widely dispersed were these canoes? How far back do they go in time, and how did the introduction of European metal tools influence or alter the construction of these boats? The May 3 talk will suggest preliminary answers to these and related questions. The event is co-sponsored by the Indian Peaks Chapter of the Colorado Archaeological Society.

Cash. Convenience. Competitive prices. And we will buy it no matter where you bought it! The CU Book Store will be buying textbooks May 8 to 15 at the store in the UMC and locations throughout campus. Download our free Sell Books App for iPhone or Android for an instant price quote! Search for "University of Colorado" in either app store. See website for hours, locations and sellback prices. You can also return your rental textbooks to any of our sellback locations.

Join us for a free lecture presented by Professor Elspeth Dusinberre. "Death and Value in the Land of King Midas of the Golden Touch" explores local traditions and the development of new ideas and expressions as seen in mortuary remains of ancient Gordion's elite inhabitants: gold, ivory, bronze cauldrons and more. The lecture is scheduled for Wednesday, April 26, at 7 p.m. at the CU Museum of Natural History (Henderson Building).

Sign up at 6 p.m. at The Connection front desk. Play begins at 7 p.m. $5 entry fee. Tournaments run in either double elimination or round robin format. BCA rules apply. Prizes for top finishers. Learn more Spring 2017 Dates 9-Ball: Jan. 25, Feb. 22, Mar. 22, Apr. 26 8-Ball: Feb. 8, Mar. 8, Apr. 12 Check out all of The Connection’s weekly events! The Connection Bowling, Billiards & Games, UMC first floor

Take an energizing break from your studies. Sing along to your choice of fun tunes on Thursday nights using Club 156’s sound and light systems. Starts at 8 p.m. in Club 156, first floor UMC. Food and beverages are right next door in The Connection. Learn more Spring 2017 Dates Jan 19 Feb 2, 16 Mar 2, 16 Apr 6, 20 May 4 Check out all of The Connection’s weekly events! The Connection Bowling, Billiards & Games, UMC first floor.

Put on your poker face, see if Lady Luck is with you and win prizes! Sign up 6 p.m. at The Connection front desk; cards fly at 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome – all skill levels. Learn more Spring 2017 Dates January 17, 31 February 14, 28 March 14 April 4, 18 Grand Championship (winners play-off): May 2 Check out all of The Connection’s weekly events! The Connection Bowling, Billiards & Games, UMC first floor

Perinatal Emotion and Relationships Longitudinal Study (PEARLS) Researchers in CU’s Department of Psychology and Neuroscience are recruiting women who are currently pregnant with their first child to participate in a paid study of their experiences of pregnancy, birth and the postpartum period. The study can be completed online, over the phone and from your home. If interested, please contact Laura River, study coordinator, by email or phone. Email: pearlstudy@colorado.edu | Phone: 303-735-7547

Make Mondays special! Every Monday, from 6 to 11 p.m., pay $8 per person for two hours of unlimited bowling. Shoes and a fountain drink included. Come alone or with friends or family—everyone is welcome! Learn more. Spring 2017 Every Monday, Jan. 23 through May 1 Check out all of The Connection’s weekly events! The Connection Bowling, Billiards & Games, UMC first floor

7 p.m. to close Electrify your Friday and Saturday nights at the only Extreme Bowling in Boulder! Black lights, lane lights and color pins. Win prizes for color head pin strikes. Check out all of The Connection’s weekly events! The Connection Bowling, Billiards & Games, UMC first floor.

Watch players in action, try different games and earn bragging rights and prizes! Sign up at 6 p.m. at The Connection; play begins at 7 p.m. $5 entry fee. Prizes for top finishers! Learn more Spring 2017 Dates Jan. 27 - Madden 17 (XBOX ONE) Feb. 10 - NBA2K17 (PS4) Feb. 24 - NHL 17 (XBOX ONE) Mar. 10 - COD: Infinite Warfare (PS4) Mar. 24 - Super Smash Bros. Brawl (Wii) Apr. 14 - FIFA 17 (PS4) Apr. 28 - Gears of War 4 (XBOX ONE) The Connection, UMC first floorfifa 17

The Student Engagement & Collaboration Lounge in the UMC is a space where Recognized Student Organizations (RSO) can come together, collaborate and prepare for events and projects. It includes: • Meeting rooms • 55" monitors and computer hook-ups • Prep/Work rooms • Lounge areas • Whiteboard space • Lockable storage cabinets If your RSO would like to reserve a room in the SECA Lounge, visit colorado.edu/umc/about/seca for all the info!

Join the UMC and The Connection for First Friday Buff Club on May 5 from 4 to 6 p.m. in The Connection (first floor UMC). This month, we're hosting the UMC Student Arts Program Art Walk. • See the latest pieces added to the UMC art collection • Meet the artists • $5 all-you-can-play deals for bowling and billiards • Refreshments provided Sponsored by the UMC Student Arts Program. Must be 21 or older to purchase and drink alcohol.

From April 30 to May 5 on the lower level of the CU Book Store, paperbacks will be on sale for $1 and hardbacks for $2. Stop by and snatch up a great deal! (Selected items on marked tables. Doesn't include regular stock).