Property Services’ live auction of surplus property and equipment. University of Colorado Boulder Property Services will hold a public auction of surplus property and equipment on Saturday, Oct. 18. Items will be available for preview beginning at 8:00 am and the auction will begin at 9 a.m. Auctions are held on the east side of: University of Colorado Boulder Distribution Center 3300 Walnut St. Boulder, CO 80301

In 2010, J. Craig Venter and his team became the first to successfully construct “synthetic life”. The science of synthetic genomics will have a profound impact on human existence and future scientific research. In "Life at the Speed of Light," Venter presents a fascinating and authoritative study of this emerging field from the inside—detailing its origins, current challenges and controversies, and projected effects on our lives. Monday | Sept. 29 | 7 p.m. | Macky Auditorium

The sense of smell is essential to survival. Smells warn us if food is bad and can be powerful enough to trigger distinct memories. How it does that was an enigma until Nobel Laureate Richard Axel discovered 1,000 different genes that encode olfactory receptors. Learn more about Axel’s discovery and how we translate the sensations around us into knowledge that is key for our survival. Tuesday, Oct. 7 - 7 p.m. Math 100 Introduction by Tom Cech This lecture is free and open to the public.

On this global seminar in Beijing and Shanghai, you will explore important topics related to succeeding in China’s business environment, meet with business leaders, visit industrial sites and universities, and seek to understand challenges faced by businesses operating in China. In addition, you will discover key cultural features of China ranging from village life to the Great Wall. Learn more: Oct. 15, 5:30-6:40 p.m. Koelbel 302.

On this Global Seminar in Beijing and Shanghai, you will explore important topics related to succeeding in China’s business environment, meet with business leaders, visit industrial sites and universities, and seek to understand challenges faced by businesses operating in China. In addition, you will discover key cultural features of China ranging from village life to the Great Wall. Learn more: Oct. 15, 5:30-6:40 p.m. Koelbel 302.

Hey Planeswalkers, did you know there is a new and exciting Magic: The Gathering club that will be meeting weekly on Wednesday evenings at 6 p.m. We will be hosting all different types of formats from Standard to EDH to Draft/Sealed and even C/Ube. The preliminary plan is to generate enough interest to hopefully attract more members as the semester rolls on. We will be meeting in the north dining area of the UMC starting Wednesday, Sept. 24. So, bring your friends and bring your decks.

Engaging issues of Korean diaspora and cultural displacement, visual artist Joo Yeon Woo's current creative work, "What’s Your Name?" investigates how Korean immigrants in the United States understand their sense of cultural identity. Names—ethnic or adopted—as well as naming practice are critical keys to comprehending how they redefine, reform, or reject their cultural identity. CAS Luncheon Series, Friday, Sept. 26, 12 p.m., CAS Conference Room, 1424 Broadway. Lunch will be provided.

Earn six credits in five weeks during an intensive summer program in Rosario, Argentina, one of the most culturally and economically dynamic cities in Argentina. You’ll earn SPAN 3260 and a second course at the SPAN 3 level. Live with an Argentine family, attend cultural excursions and much more. Join program director Dr. Susan Hallstead and Study Abroad staff to learn more: Oct. 15, 5 - 6 p.m., UMC 425.

Earn six credits in five weeks during an intensive summer program in Rosario, Argentina, one of the most culturally and economically dynamic cities in Argentina. You’ll earn SPAN 3260 and a second course at the SPAN 3 level.  Live with an Argentine family, attend cultural excursions and much more. Join program director Dr. Susan Hallstead and study abroad staff to learn more: Oct. 15, 5 - 6 p.m., UMC 425.

The Center of the American West is proud to present former National Park Service Director Robert Stanton giving the 2014 Randy Jones Lecture, Oct. 9, in celebration of the centennial of Rocky Mountain National Park. Date: Oct. 9 Location: Eaton Humanities – Room 150 Time: 6:30 p.m. The Randy Jones Memorial Lecture Series was created by CU-Boulder’s Center of the American West, in collaboration with Rocky Mountain National Park, as a tribute to former National Park Service Deputy Director Randy Jones.