Buff Bulletin Board

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

 

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

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.

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!

Would you be interested in an EMS program? Take this survey

Participate in a quick, anonymous survey to provide your opinion on the development of a collegiate EMS program at CU. 

CUEMS is a student organization composed of certified EMTs dedicated to serving the CU community. We are researching the student population’s receptiveness of the development of a collegiate EMS program.

What is Collegiate EMS?

  • Service to the CU and Boulder community
  • Hands-on experience in emergency medicine
  • Public and personal education in medicine
  • A community of people passionate about serving others
  • A beneficial asset to over 250 campuses nationwide

Please fill this survey out and share with as many people as possible!

Volunteer Resource Center is hiring student assistants

We're hiring! Student assistants

Connect with students, plan service opportunities for our campus and make an impact through education, service and reflection.

Specific roles:

  • Events and Education Student Assistant
  • Outreach Student Assistant
  • Communications and Social Media Student Assistant
  • Volunteer Placement Assistant
  • Service and Social Action LLC: PALS mentor position

Work will begin on Aug. 14. Roles start at $16.85 per hour.

CU Involvement Awards now accepting nominations

CU Involvement Awards

Do you know someone who exemplifies leadership? Nominate them for the CU Involvement Awards!

Each year the Center for Student Involvement and the Colorado Creed join together to recognize leadership and engagement across campus. We are seeking nominations of students, student organizations, faculty and staff who exemplify leadership and passion across the Boulder community.

Nominations are open Jan. 22–March 15.

Learning Assistant Program Info Session & Celebration—plan to attend March 19

LA Program Celebration & Info Session with QR code

Join the School of Education's Learning Assistant Program on March 19 for an info session and celebration in the CASE building.

Info session

  • 5–5:30 p.m. in CASE auditorium
  • 30-minute informative session in the auditorium
  • Find out what learning assistants do and how to apply for the fall 2024 semester
  • Current LAs share their experiences

Celebrate with us!

  • 5:30–6:30 p.m. in Chancellor's Hall
  • Refreshments
  • Meet with interested students, current and returning LAs, and faculty supervisors from departments across campus

Arvada family seeking caregiver for summer

An Arvada family needs a childcare provider for the summer, primarily for the 2-year-old, and also for the weeks when the 7- and 10-year-old kids are not in camp. Must love kids! Our ideal match will meet the requirements below. Some light tidying up would be part of our caregiver's responsibilities. We do have pets, so please consider that when applying.

Who needs care

  • 2-year-old
  • 7-year-old
  • 10-year-old

Ideal caregiver qualities

  • Comfortable with pets
  • Has a reliable car and clean driving record
  • Non-smoker

Job schedule

  • Starts: Tuesday, May 28
  • Ends: Thursday, Aug. 8
  • Monday, Wednesday, Thursday (or can be another three day schedule that works better for caregiver)

Pay rate

  • $17–$25 per hour, depending on experience or negotiable weekly rate

How to apply

Email Mandy at mandy.lunnon@gmail.com with qualifications and salary requirements or resume.