Archive

What's in a claim? Bureaucracy and the ontology of land holdings in South Asia

Professor Matthew Hull, Department of Anthropology, University of Michigan, is known for his research on colonial and contemporary bureaucracy, documents, and institutions in Pakistan and South Asia. His keynote lecture will address bureaucracy and corporations in South Asia, and he will discuss his new research on corporate sincerity. This keynote lecture is part of the annual interdisciplinary graduate student conference sponsored by the Department of Anthropology. This event will be on Sept. 27 at 4 p.m., Hale 230.

Capital construction, renovation, and small project informational meeting

The Office of Facilities Management will be hosting an informational meeting about the process for capital construction, building renovation and small projects. To help facilitate a better understanding of all types of construction, Planning Design & Construction will host an open house where people can meet with staff and discuss their particular needs. If you are considering building or renovating space on campus join us on Wednesday, Sept. 18 from 10 a.m.-noon in UMC Room 247.

Beauty and body image: Why should I care and what should I do?

Join us for an evening of empowering conversation with Carolyn Becker, professor of psychology at Trinity University, on Oct. 10. Come learn what the latest psychological research has to say about the deleterious effects of the thin-ideal standard of female beauty and body dissatisfaction. Hear how this research is relevant for you, your daughters, mothers, friends and community members. Learn how to take action in ways that improve body image and support pursuing your greatest passions. More information.

Buff up your academic skills Oct. 28

Looking to build skills for academic success? CAPS in collaboration with the Gemmill Engineering, Math & Physics Library is offering workshops to help you learn or improve your academic skills. This week's topics are stress and finding balance. Join us Monday, Oct. 28, from 11 a.m. - noon in the Gemmill Library, Room MATH 150 (map). This workshop is free and no registration necessary.

Buff up your academic skills | Test prep & test anxiety | Oct. 23

Looking to build skills for academic success? CAPS in collaboration with the Gemmill Engineering, Math & Physics Library is offering workshops to help you learn or improve your academic skills. This week's topics are test preparation and test anxiety. Join us Wednesday, Oct. 23, at 11 a.m. in the Gemmill Library, Room MATH 150 (map). This workshop is free and no registration necessary.

Buff Up Your Academic Skills: Learning styles & study skills Sept. 17

Looking to build skills for academic success? CAPS together with the Gemmill Engineering, Math & Physics Library is offering workshops to help you learn or improve your academic skills. This week's topics are learning styles and study skills. Join us Tuesday, Sept. 17 from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. in Gemmill Library Room MATH 150 (map). The workshop is free and no registration necessary.

Open casting for science fiction feature film: Bill The Galactic Hero directed by Alex Cox

To be shot on campus by students this year. When: Sat. 9/14 from 12-5pm, Sun. 9/15 from 10am-3pm Where: Blackbox in the Atlas building level 2B, use southwest entrance to atlas. 40-50 speaking roles! All student or recent grads are eligible. Sides from the screenplay will be available at auditions. SIGNING UP FOR AN AUDITION TIME using this website and your IdentiKey login: http://compass.colorado.edu/auditions/ Come even if times are full. Download the script from: www.alexcox.com/bill/BILL_DRAFT_3.pdf.zip

Buff up your academic skills: Time management & procrastination Sept. 12

Looking to build skills for academic success? CAPS in collaboration with the Gemmill Engineering, Math & Physics Library is offering workshops to help you learn or improve your academic skills. This week's topics are time management and procrastination. Join us Thursday, Sept. 12, 11–12 in the Gemmill Library, Room MATH 150 (map). This workshop is free and no registration necessary.

Science Learner's Hour: Get Organized with Trello Oct. 31

Need to get organized? Too many sticky notes littering your desk? Trello is a free task manager that helps you keep track and prioritize everything you need to do. Join us for an hour of learning in the Gemmill Library Classroom MATH 150 (map) Thursday, 3:30-4:30. All workshops are free and no registration is necessary.

Science Learner's Hour: Get Research Help, Nov. 7

Struggling with your literature review? Get help finding scientific literature. In this information session, science librarians will be available to offer one-on-one assistance with searching the scientific literature. Join us for an hour of learning in the Gemmill Library Classroom MATH 150 (map) Thursday, Nov. 7, from 3:30-4:30 p.m. All workshops are free and no registration is necessary.