Zoom now includes Zoom AI Companion, App Marketplace and an improved Zoom Canvas integration, all aimed at enriching the user experience for seamless collaboration and communication. 

If you're located outside of Colorado and/or you won't be on campus while taking classes, it's important for the university to know where you are so we can make sure you're getting equitable access to educational opportunities.

What do free vanpooling, 700,000-plus BCycle rides, and two new electric Buff Buses have in common? They were some of the highlights in CU transportation in 2023 and included in the January issue of the Be Mobile Newsletter. 

Subscribe to the newsletter to read about key topics that may benefit your commute, including new services, community events, safety upgrades, construction impacts and more.

What is the best way to distill a multitude of information into just three minutes? That’s the question 10 graduate students will be wrestling with as part of the Graduate School’s seventh annual Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competition, which will be held in the University Memorial Center’s Glenn Miller Ballroom on Feb. 7 from 4 to 6 p.m. Registration is required.

This event challenges students to explain their thesis to the general public. They are then evaluated by a panel of judges from across the university, including College of Arts and Sciences Dean Glen Krutz, College of Engineering and Applied Sciences Associate Dean Charles Musgraves, Professor of Sociology Lori Hunter, and Physics Professor and Nobel Laureate Eric Cornell, for a chance to win prize money.

Learn more about the competition and the 10 competitors on the Graduate School website. We hope you can join us for this special event! Please RSVP by Feb. 5 for the in-person event.

The Connection is your place to relax, have fun and connect with other CU Boulder students! Check out our monthly trivia nights, concerts and newly renovated video game bunker. Visit our website for the full schedule of events.

Students who will be 19 years or younger for the entire semester are eligible to ride RTD buses and trains at no cost through the RTD Zero Fare for Youth program.

Eligible students may request to have their Transit Pass fee waived by completing this form by March 1. Once approved, students will be able to ride RTD buses with one of the forms of ID listed on the RTD website.

This pilot program runs through Aug. 31, 2024.

By Jan. 31, all 2023 W-2s will be sent to the mailing address on file in the employee portal (as of Dec. 15). The 1095-C will be mailed by March 2 to employees eligible for 2023 health benefits. Both forms will be available in the portal shortly after they are released.

The TEDxCU 2024 event is on March 2 at Macky Auditorium. Doors open at 2 p.m. with audience activations, and the talks will begin at 3 p.m. General admission tickets are $25, and CU student tickets are free.

This year's event will feature eight speakers, fine arts performances and audience activations. The speakers' talks embrace the theme Renaissance and represent a variety of fields. See the list of speakers below and visit the TEDxCU website to read their bios.

• Donna Mejia, CU associate professor, Department of Theatre and Dance
• Ankit Sharma, CU alumnus and mechanical engineer focusing on renewable energy
• Naia Ormaza Zulueta, CU doctoral student researching environmental human rights
• Lindsey Granger, journalist and television host
• Dr. Brad Fanestil, internal medicine doctor
• Chris Magee, CU undergraduate student studying strategic communication
• Carrie Barry, owner of Corner Boxing Club in Boulder
• Kate Nam, CU undergraduate student studying finance

The TEDxCU student organizing team hopes you will join them in exploring how the essence of rebirth continues to shape our modern world. For questions about the event, please contact tedxcu@colorado.edu.

Online registration is now open for summer 2024 K-12 camps and high school classes. Programs are running from June 3 to Aug. 2 on the CU Boulder and CU Anschutz Medical campuses.

Simply enter a CU email address and coupon code 24BUFFSSAVE5 at checkout to receive 5% off all summer camp and high school class registrations.

This discount is not offered for CU Athletics summer camps. 

Are you a sophomore or junior seeking guidance on pursuing graduate school? Look no further than the McNair Scholars Program at CU Boulder—an opportunity designed to empower and support driven students like you. We support students who are first-generation college students with financial need or who come from an underrepresented background in preparing for competitive application to doctoral programs in their field. 

The McNair Scholars Program opens doors to a world of possibilities. Engage in hands-on research, benefit from personalized mentorship from CU faculty and graduate students, and access resources that will shape your academic and professional future. Learn about all our benefits at our website. 

Key program highlights

Research: Immerse yourself in cutting-edge research projects guided by experienced faculty.  

Mentorship: Receive one-on-one support to navigate the complexities of your academic journey and beyond. Become part of a close community of like-minded students who are navigating the same road to their academic goals. 

Funding: Receive funding to support your summer research project, travel to present your research at regional and national conferences and more.  

Why McNair?  

If you're a first-generation student from a low-income background who aspires to get a doctorate, the McNair Scholars Program is tailor-made for you. Join a community that celebrates diversity and fosters success. 

How to apply

Visit the program website to learn more about our federally defined eligibility criteria and the straightforward application process. Don't miss this chance to elevate your academic journey and become part of a community dedicated to your success. Priority application deadline is Jan. 30.

The McNair Scholars Program is not just a program; it's an opportunity to transform your academic experience. Apply now and embark on a journey of discovery, growth and achievement.

The New Venture Challenge (NVC)—a signature program of the Innovation & Entrepreneurship Initiative—is CU Boulder’s “flight simulator” for students and employees driven to create real-world impact through new startups, organizations and endeavors. 

The NVC Female Founders Competition is a multi-round entrepreneurial competition and signature program of CU Boulder’s Innovation & Entrepreneurship Initiative, led in collaboration with the Deming Center for Entrepreneurship. Teams with at least one female core team member can participate in this specialty competition and win up to $5,000! Registration closes March 13.

Looking for an ongoing volunteer experience that will challenge you to grow and learn as an active member of the Boulder community? Apply for the Volunteer Placement Program!

Here’s how:

• Apply for the program by Feb. 5.
• Get matched with a community partner based on your interests and skills.
• Accept a placement.
• Commit to direct service for 30 total hours during the semester.

Learn about the community need you are serving. Make a direct impact, expand your network, learn new skills and make friends!

We invite nominations for UROP's Mentor Award from current undergraduates who have worked with the CU Boulder community on research or creative projects in any field of study (major).

Eligibility: Tenured/tenure-track research faculty, teaching faculty, postdocs and graduate students at CU Boulder and CU Anschutz 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 are due by 5 p.m. on April 12.

Students, faculty and staff are invited to take a brief survey to help Health and Wellness Services improve nutrition counseling services on campus. The survey closes Wednesday, Jan. 31.

Don't forget to submit your candidacy application for an advanced degree by Feb. 1.

Master's students are requested to submit to the Graduate School a candidacy application for an advanced degree. Students in a BAM or dual program are asked to meet this deadline. Applications follow a workflow process and must be approved by the academic department before they are directed to the Graduate School.