Buff Bulletin Board

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

 

Update your local address and other contact info

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

Roth or traditional? Learn more about Roth contributions with TIAA and CU Employee Services

Should you pay taxes on your retirement funds now, or after you retire? Learn about Roth contributions with TIAA.

It’s tempting to put things off—washing dishes, calling the cable company, paying taxes—but retirement planning is something you shouldn’t put off. One important consideration in retirement planning is whether to pay taxes up front on retirement savings—and withdraw those savings tax-free in retirement—or save untaxed money now and pay taxes later on your retirement distributions.

The University of Colorado offers both ways to save for retirement—traditional and Roth contributions. Join Ivana Stanisic, a senior financial consultant with TIAA, to learn more about the Roth savings option and get your questions answered. You'll learn:

  • What is the after-tax Roth contribution option
  • Why the after-tax Roth contribution option may be right for you
  • How the after-tax Roth contributions compare to pretax contributions
  • How to make after-tax Roth contributions in the CU 403(b) Voluntary Plan

If you go

Thursday, Jan. 27
Noon to 1 p.m. MT
 

Check out upcoming Spring Welcome events

Spring Welcome is a great opportunity to engage with your fellow Buffs and to meet campus faculty and staff.

In-person events taking place this month are open to students who are currently living on campus and students living off campus in the surrounding community to provide resources and support.

Gemmill Library temporarily closed

Gemmill Library

On Jan. 7, Leonard H. Gemmill Engineering, Mathematics & Physics Library experienced a flood due to a broken water pipe. The library will be closed for at least a month, and during that time there will be no access to the collection housed there. Please check the Gemmill Library website for the most up-to-date information.

Read the full announcement to learn how to access resources, services and spaces for engineering, math and physics while the Gemmill Library is closed.

New Venture Challenge registration to close Jan. 31

New Venture Challenge

The New Venture Challenge (NVC) connects the CU Boulder campus with the Boulder community to develop and fund innovative ideas. Participants attend year-round events, network and collaborate with mentors to refine their ideas and form startup teams to pitch for funding (more than $100,000!) at the NVC Championships.

Registration closes at 11:59 p.m. Jan. 31.

Registration open for intramural sports now through Jan. 26

Intramural Sports at CU Boulder provides an opportunity for students, faculty and staff to compete against each other in a variety of sports and activities. It's a chance to get connected on campus and meet other students and a fun way to stay active. 

Registration dates

  • Session I: Jan. 19–26
  • Session II: Feb. 23–March 2

Join the UMC Board to be involved, be heard! Deadline: Jan. 30

Hello world
Want to be part of the decisions that shape the UMC and that help us fulfill our mission? Apply for the UMC Board! The UMC Board is the governing body for your student union and currently has openings for student members. It is a great leadership opportunity for new and returning CU students. Apply by Jan. 30. Note: You must be able to attend the board meetings on Tuesdays from 5:30 to 7 p.m.

CSI hiring student event planners

Center for Student Involvement

The Center for Student Involvement (CSI) is a great place to work! There is always something exciting going on, an awesome event being planned and fun working environment. We have an energetic community that gives CU students exceptional leadership and job experience. To be a part of what’s happening, join our CSI team!

CSI is currently hiring for three student event planner positions. Learn more and apply.

Join the UROP review board

UROP needs your help scoring student and faculty grant proposals this March. If you are interested in serving on the review board, read more information and sign up using the interest form at any time. UROP will contact the interest list in late February to confirm and provide additional instructions.