Did you know the Basic Needs Center can help you enroll in SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)? Drop by this event to learn more about SNAP and set up a time to apply (if eligible).

The Business Library; Earth Sciences & Map Library; Engineering, Math & Physics Library (already closed for renovation); Music Library and Norlin Library will close for an employee in-service day on Friday, June 7. Access to physical collections, study spaces and research services will be temporarily unavailable.

Regular summer hours of operation will resume on Saturday, June 8. Get more details.

Undergraduate seniors are invited to participate in a usability test for the CU Boulder website.

Testing details

• May 27–June 5
• Conducted remotely via Zoom
• 30-minute moderated testing session

Participant requirements

• Will be a CU Boulder undergraduate senior in the 2024–25 school year
• Does not work in the Strategic Relations and Communications department at CU Boulder
• Does not have a close family member that recently (within the past five years) graduated from CU Boulder
• Must have access to a laptop with Zoom installed 

Participants will be compensated with a $25 Amazon gift card. 

If you are interested in participating, fill out the interest form. If you meet the criteria needed for the test, a staff member will reach out to you to schedule your testing session. 

Summer break is here, and it’s time for some well-deserved fun. Amidst the adventures, it’s important to make smart choices when it comes to legal matters.

Student Legal Services (SLS) has highly-qualified and experienced lawyers who know how to support students through legal situations at a fraction of the cost of a private attorney. Services are available for Colorado legal matters to all CU Boulder students who pay student activity fees. If you find yourself in a tough situation over the summer, contact SLS at 303-492-6813 or visit their office at UMC 311 to schedule an appointment.

During maintenance that affects the portals, like the maintenance scheduled from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday, May 19, remember that you can directly access Canvas and some other services that are provided through the portals.

The Alienware Buffalo Esports and Gaming Lounge is open to all CU Boulder students, staff and faculty and all community members! Located on the first floor of the University Memorial Center, the full-scale gaming space is outfitted with 17 Alienware gaming desktop stations, three Alienware gaming laptops, a varsity esports training area, a broadcast studio, console games and a tabletop game space.

On Friday, June 7, campus libraries will close for an employee in-service day. Access to physical collections, study spaces and research services will be temporarily unavailable.

Any scheduled classes or tours will not be able to visit the libraries on this day.

Library users are encouraged to pick up needed materials in advance of the closure and find alternative areas to study on campus.

The Office of Information and Technology is preparing to delete a new batch of Google and Microsoft files owned by former employees, retirees and graduates on July 31. Here’s what you need to know to avoid permanently losing files you might need.

The SHINE Lab at CU is recruiting participants for a virtual reality study looking at mental workload during training. You will be compensated with a $40 Amazon gift card for your participation. The study takes place at the Center for Innovation and Creativity. Sign up and get more information.

Summer 2024 operating hours for the Boulder campus will be 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m., effective Monday, May 13, through Friday, Aug. 23. 

On Sunday, Aug. 25, the Boulder campus will return to its regular operating hours of 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

The standard operating hours are also core business hours for student-, employee- and customer-facing services/offices. Offices that are student-, employee- or customer-facing should attempt to maintain a consistent schedule allowing for in-person services to be provided particularly during periods or hours of high demand. 

You finished your degree at CU Boulder and now you’re ready to take on the world! You may be leaving campus, but CU Boulder’s Alumni Association will always be here for you throughout your journey.

Whether you’re looking to build your CU Boulder network or reminisce with friends, Forever Buffs events are a great way to foster a connection as you get started with your new chapter—wherever you roam! Each season brings tons of fun Forever Buff signature events to look forward to.

Graduating students, please review this information so you know what to expect and how to prepare for the big day. 

A few highlights:

•  7–8 a.m. Gather on Norlin Quad. Refreshments will be available for graduating students. Follow the signs to find your college or school for the procession.
• ​ 8 a.m. Procession departs from Norlin Quad. 
• ​ 8–8:45 a.m. Students follow the procession to Folsom Field, pass through security and take seats. The ceremony begins as soon as all students are seated.
• The ceremony lasts approximately an hour and a half. 

With finals week, commencement, and summer approaching, the CU Boulder campus is preparing to follow different building access protocols. Remember to carry your Buff OneCard, Buffs!

Reading Day, finals, commencement week: May 3–11

• Most academic buildings will be locked. Students, faculty and staff will be able to access these buildings from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. with their Buff OneCard.
• Outside these hours, you will need to have previously been granted Buff OneCard after-hours access permissions.
• Buildings hosting recognition ceremonies will be open on those days to accommodate attendance.
• Students, faculty and staff who normally have weekend and after-hours access to specific buildings will still have access to those buildings on the weekend of May 11–12.

Summer Session: Starting May 13 

Building protocol will be largely similar to fall and spring semesters:

• Most academic buildings with scheduled classes will be open and unlocked between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, to allow non-affiliates access to scheduled events and other activities.
• CU students, faculty and staff will have extended access (from 7 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. and from 5:30 p.m. until 10 p.m.) to most academic buildings via Buff OneCard swipe.
• On university holidays and administrative leave days during Summer Session (May 27, June 19 and July 4), building access will be available only for affiliates with Buff OneCards who have been provisioned for 24/7 access to their respective facilities.
• Students, faculty and staff who normally have weekend and after-hours access to specific buildings will still have access to those buildings.

Trouble accessing a building?

If you experience problems with accessing a building with your Buff OneCard, you can contact Access Services 303-492-6609 during regular business hours of 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. After hours, you can contact the Operations Control Center at 303-492-5522 or occ@colorado.edu.

University Libraries, the Recreation Center, the UMC and Health and Wellness Services publish their respective hours on their websites.

At the commencement ceremony, you will continue an age-old tradition by wearing the same caps, gowns, cords and hoods as generations of Buffs before you.

Undergraduate regalia

If you’re graduating with your bachelor’s degree, you will wear a black gown, a black cap and a colored tassel indicating your field of study.

You can purchase your regalia from the CU Book Store online or in person.

Graduate regalia

If you’re graduating with your master’s or doctoral degree, you will wear a black gown and a hood lined with velvet trim denoting your field of study. Master’s students will wear a mortarboard cap and a black tassel. Doctoral students will wear a tam and a gold tassel.

The deadline to order regalia online has passed, and any online orders placed will not arrive in time for our ceremonies. Jostens will be on-site with a limited supply of graduate regalia available for purchase in Balch Fieldhouse during the below dates/times:

• Wednesday, May 7, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
• Thursday, May 8, 7 a.m. - 4 p.m.
• Friday, May 9, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Cords, stoles, honors medals: What are they and how do you get yours?

Looking to add some color to go with your graduation gown? Different colored cords and stoles are worn to symbolize participation in campus activities and groups, and also often represent academic honors, military service and specific academic fields. Learn more.

Drop off your new or gently used textbooks, scholarly materials and clickers at a University Libraries service desk during our end-of-semester donation drive April 29–May 17.