Getting Involved

30 things to do: Celebrate Earth Day, play flag football, more

Megan Maneval — Mon, 21 Apr 2025 16:25:16 +0000

30 things to do: Celebrate Earth Day, play flag football, more Megan Maneval Mon, 04/21/2025 - 10:25

You're in the final stretch, Buffs! This week brings to campus the Campus Sustainability Summit, a Pizza & Politics event, your chance to pie a professor, grad student coffee hour, a chance to make your own finals survival kit and much more.

Monday, April 21

Grad Student Connections: Grad Student Coffee Hour

9:30–11:30 a.m. UMC 247
Energize your day! ��ɫ��Ƶ’s Center for Student Involvement invites you to join for free coffee and connections with fellow graduate students.

Earth Day Kick-Off

Noon–2 p.m. Norlin Library, Quad
Celebrate Earth Day with CUSG and 25 student clubs who will share their passion for sustainability. Stop by for free live music, delicious food, tote bags and info flyers. Don’t miss out on free empanadas and ice cream!

I Love Mondays: Earth Day

2–3 p.m. UMC, North Dining Room
Stop by the north dining area for a snack on your way to class and the opportunity to learn about different campus organizations. This Monday we will be celebrating Earth Day.

First-Gen Grad Celebration and Stole Pick Up

3–6 p.m. Koenig Alumni Center
Pick up your first-gen stole, learn more about commencement and celebrate graduation with fellow first-gen students.

Pizza & Politics: Politics of Science

6:15–7:30 p.m. Eaton Humanities 250
Join the Department of Political Science, in partnership with the College of Engineering, Institute of Behavioral Science, and RIO for another Pizza & Politics panel discussion!

Trivia Night

7–9 p.m. The Connection
Come down to The Connection for trivia! Teams and individuals are welcome. It’s free to enter, and sign-up starts at 6 p.m. at The Connection front desk. Prizes for top finishers!

Tuesday, April 22

Ticket giveaway

Claim your free ticket and candy voucher on April 22 in UMC 330 for a private screening of "Until Dawn Private" at Cinemark Century Theatre on April 26.

Campus Sustainability Summit

April 22–23 UMC
The 32nd annual Campus Sustainability Summit invites faculty, staff, students and community members to share, learn and celebrate ��ɫ��Ƶ’s wide array of sustainability leadership and accomplishments and rise to the challenges posed by the Campus Call to Climate Action. In collaboration with campus partners, the CU Environmental Center has held the summit annually or semi-annually since 1994.

Summer Skill Up Workshop

5–6:30 p.m. C4C S350
Discover your potential career paths and the skills you need to develop to achieve your goals. Sign up on Handshake!

DIY Nights: Finals survival kits

5–7 p.m. Williams Village, Innovation Station
Fuel up for finals! Join CU's Center for Student Involvement in building your own finals survival kit complete with a variety of snacks, drinks and wellness items such as hand sanitizer and Kleenex. Then stick around to de-stress with fun coloring pages. Registration in BuffConnect is free and required to participate. All supplies will be provided.

Foodie Tuesday: AAPI Heritage Month

5–7 p.m. Williams Village East, lobby
Celebrate the vibrant culture of Vaisakhi, a major Sikh and Hindu festival celebrated across South Asia, especially in the North. Enjoy traditional festive foods, engage in activities and learn about Vaisakhi, Sikhism and bhangra, a traditional folk dance that is often performed during celebrations.

Grad Cap Decorating

5–7 p.m. UMC, North Dining Room
Seniors: Bring your cap, and we'll bring the supplies! Enjoy snacks while you make your grad cap pop.

Pingpong tournament

7–9 p.m. The Connection
Come test your luck at a single or double knock-out pingpong tournament. Sign-up starts at 6 p.m. at The Connection front desk. There are prizes for top finishers!

Wednesday, April 23

Pie a Professor

11:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m. Visual Arts Complex breezeway
Come pie your favorite professor and make a donation to the Senior's Creating Future Buffs Scholarship! Open to all students.

Stress(Less)

2–4 p.m. C4C N238
Make your own slime, aromatherapy roll-on and stress balls as part of our monthly Stress(Less) event. Snacks and supplies included.

AAPI Heritage Month in C4C Dining

5–8 p.m. C4C Dining Center
Visit the C4C Dining Center to enjoy a specially curated menu from across AAPI cultures and test your knowledge of AAPI trivia!

Super Smash Bros tournament

5–10 p.m. The Connection
Show off your skills at our Super Smash Bros tournament, hosted by CU Gaming and The Connection! Sign-up starts at 4 p.m. at The Connection front desk.

Zen Meditation

6–7 p.m. UMC 411
Interested in learning to meditate? Looking to unwind at the end of a busy day? Already have a practice and hoping to find others who share your passion for zazen? Join this event to learn about the way of zen.

Thursday, April 24

Inclusive Excellence in Gaming: APIDA Game Night

3–7 p.m. UMC Gaming Lounge and West Dining Room
Join this celebration of AAPI games and community. Experience free games created by APIDA creators/developers or that center the APIDA experience. Whether you're a competitive gamer, an indie game enthusiast or just want to celebrate AAPI representation in gaming, this event is for you. Featuring Asian American indie games, League of Legends Tournament, Pokémon trading card game and more!

Program Council Small Concert

3:30–11 p.m. The Connection, Club 156
Come on down to Club 156 for live music presented by ��ɫ��Ƶ's Program Council!

APIDA Game Night

5–6:30 p.m. C4C N320
Do you identify as Asian American, Pacific Islander, Native Hawaiian, South Asian, Southeast Asian or East Asian? Come play mahjong, carrom or bring your own game to share with others! All games are open to new or seasoned players.

Repair Your Wear: Mending Workshop

5:30–7 p.m. UMC 355
Have any clothes with rips or tears? Join the Environmental Center’s Zero Waste Outreach Team for a mending workshop! Bring your clothing items by UMC 355 any time from 5:30 to 7 p.m. to spice up your wardrobe and learn some new skills.

Free Fiske Thursdays

7–8 p.m. Fiske Planetarium
Grab your Buff OneCard and head over to Fiske Planetarium to enjoy Free Fiske Thursdays! All 7 p.m. shows and star talks are free for ��ɫ��Ƶ students on Thursdays.

Buffalo Nites: Spa Night

8–10 p.m. Village Center, Multipurpose Rooms and Innovation Station
Indulge in a night of relaxation and rejuvenation at this DIY spa night, where self-care meets creativity. Treat yourself to a soothing evening filled with all supplies including nail painting, essential oil exploration and calming hand massage. Leave feeling pampered and refreshed with a personalized take-home self-care bag to continue the indulgence at home.

Friday, April 25

CU Thrive: Celebrating People, Place and Planet

1–3 p.m. Regent Lawn
Celebrate the inaugural U.S. Health Promoting Campuses Week with an afternoon of fun, connection and well-being! Enjoy free food, activities, giveaways and more.

Engineering Projects Expo 2025

2–5 p.m. CU Indoor Practice Facility
Explore amazing new inventions and technologies created by teams of CU engineering students at the annual Engineering Projects Expo.

Free Friday Power Hour: Zumba (cardio kickboxing)

5–6 p.m. Rec Center, Studio 2
The Rec offers a free fitness class each week on Friday from 5 to 6 p.m. No registration required. Try something new this week!

Thompson Jazz Big Bands with special guest Maria Schneider

7:30–9 p.m. Imig Music, Grusin Music Hall (C112)
Join the College of Music for a very special event: Multi-Grammy-winning composer and bandleader Maria Schneider will conduct the ��ɫ��Ƶ Thompson Jazz Big Bands in an evening of her original music.

Friday Film Series Ghibli Month: 'Porco Rosso'

8 p.m. CHEM 140
Join Program Council for a screening of “Porco Rosso” on the big screen—for free!

Saturday, April 26

Neighborhood Showdown: Flag football tournament

10 a.m.–1 p.m. Kittredge Field
Show your pride in the first annual Neighborhood Showdown! There are two ways you can participate: Register to compete in a friendly flag football competition or attend the event to cheer on your team. All team members will get a free T-shirt, and the winners get a trophy.

Buffs After Dark: 'Until Dawn' private screening

8–11 p.m. Cinemark Century Theatre
Join us at the Cinemark Century Boulder theater for a private screening of the brand-new film adaptation of the 2015 hit horror game "Until Dawn" on Saturday, April 26. Access to the theater will start at 7:30 p.m., and the movie will start promptly at 8 p.m. Claim your free ticket and candy voucher in UMC 330 on Tuesday, April 22, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. while supplies last.

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Inaugural speech highlights ��ɫ��Ƶ strengths

Megan Maneval — Fri, 18 Apr 2025 17:27:31 +0000

Inaugural speech highlights ��ɫ��Ƶ strengths Megan Maneval Fri, 04/18/2025 - 11:27

In his inaugural State of the Campus Address on April 16, Chancellor Justin Schwartz highlighted ��ɫ��Ƶ’s strengths and encouraged the campus community to be leaders in driving change.

Surging undergraduate applications, an exceptional volume and quality of research and creative work, generous supporters who have given $163 million in new pledges since July, and outstanding people working together through shared governance are among the reasons ��ɫ��Ƶ remains strong, Schwartz said.

Before a crowd of about 500 in the University Memorial Center and about 700 viewers online, Schwartz acknowledged the challenges facing higher education and the world and urged faculty, staff and students to meet the moment.

“We will not allow external forces to define us,” he said. “We will embrace our leadership role and take this moment to redefine ourselves.”

Schwartz outlined four key priorities that will help the campus to sustain and enhance its mission amid rapid change:

Supporting students’ success and flourishing by boosting retention and graduation rates and aiding in their holistic health and well-being
Committing to sustainability to secure the future of the university, the state and the nation
Providing opportunity through expanded access and inclusion, ensuring the university serves, respects and welcomes everyone
Continuing to seek excellence in all aspects of campus life, reflective of the profound impact ��ɫ��Ƶ has on the everyday lives of millions around the globe

Schwartz reiterated the importance of supporting international students and scholars and increasing the university’s global impact.

Watch the State of the Campus

Read the full text of the speech

He also declared the university would remain unwavering in its commitment to academic freedom and free expression.

“Free expression is a garden that needs constant tending, and our ability to disagree constructively, with respect and compassion, strengthens us all,” Schwartz said.

The event included introductions by Staff Council co-chair Jessica Sandoval, GPSG President of Engagement Dania Arayssi, and Professor and Crown Institute Director Sona Dimidjian.

Following a buffet lunch, attendees were invited to take a bamboo challenge coin, a token of appreciation for attendees’ exceptional service to the university and a reminder of the community’s commitments to each other, the university and the world.

In his first State of the Campus address, Chancellor Justin Schwartz highlighted ��ɫ��Ƶ's strengths and encouraged the campus community to be leaders driving change.

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Find the market for your innovation

Megan Maneval — Fri, 18 Apr 2025 14:51:11 +0000

Find the market for your innovation Megan Maneval Fri, 04/18/2025 - 08:51

Venture Partners at ��ɫ��Ƶ offers hands-on regional I-Corps programs open to researchers, faculty, students and staff from any discipline or institution. Learn more.

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Get paid: Research opportunities and on-campus jobs

Megan Maneval — Thu, 17 Apr 2025 19:19:16 +0000

Get paid: Research opportunities and on-campus jobs Megan Maneval Thu, 04/17/2025 - 13:19

From university research studies to part-time jobs, there are plenty of opportunities to make extra money on campus. See what's open.

Paid and volunteer research opportunities are also posted on the Buff Bulletin Board as they become available. Student Employment posts on- and off-campus and work-study jobs and a weekly email list for subsribers.

Students only

Library usability study

Currently enrolled at the Boulder campus? The University Libraries would like to hear from you.

We are looking for approximately a dozen students to participate in a remote 20-minute usability session for spring 2025. Participants will be asked to complete common library search tasks, such as looking for a book, and let us know how well the library search performs.

As a token of our appreciation for your time, you will receive a $10 Amazon gift card. Questions can be directed to Nicole Trujillo at nicole.trujillo@colorado.edu. Make an appointment.

Study on decision-making

The Evolution and Social Cognition Lab is seeking undergraduates to participate in a brief in-person study about decision-making. The study will take place in their Muenzinger lab (Room D0014). Any undergraduate may participate, no demographic restrictions. This study will take no more than 30 minutes.

Each participant will be compensated with a $15 digital gift card.

If you are interested in participating, please schedule an appointment using our calendar link or by directly emailing us at esclabcu@gmail.com or riley.loria@colorado.edu.

Study on stress, coping

Are you a first-year student at ��ɫ��Ƶ? Interested in a research study on stress and coping in CU students?

The Research on Affective Disorders and Development Lab is conducting research on stress coping in first year CU students. We want to understand what helps CU students cope with stress during major transitions, including the transition to college and across semesters.

The study includes a few different parts that happen over the three-semester study period:

There are two in-person research sessions, each of which takes about four–six hours. During these sessions, you will play some computer games while we monitor physical functioning (for example, your heart rate). You will also complete a set of interviews and surveys that ask about stress, behavior, mood and health.
There are three 21-day periods in which we will send you a daily “micro survey” (less than five minutes to answer) asking about your behavior and mood using an app.
There are two one-hour online surveys that we will send to your email.

The study takes place over the course of three semesters, and you will be compensated for your participation (maximum of $446–$470 for completing all parts of the study).

If you want to learn more, contact the RADD lab at raddlab@colorado.edu or fill out our initial eligibility screening.

Part-time jobs

Work in Student Affairs

Working on campus is a great way for students to gain professional experience and discover new passions. Through your student job, you may learn that you enjoy working one-on-one with others or that your natural strengths work well for certain roles (like event planning or mentorship). Whatever department you work in, your student job can help you explore career paths, build your resume and shape your future. Explore jobs on Handshake.

Work in Campus Dining Services

Campus Dining Services offers students the chance to learn and build skills for success at CU and beyond. Our students work in a diverse, inclusive and fun space, and there are jobs that work with your schedule. There are also personal and professional development opportunities to develop skills like teamwork, communication, leadership and more.

Flexible hours and convenient locations
Competitive pay rates (starting at $16/hour)
Work-study opportunities for eligible students
Leadership and advancement opportunities
Make new friends while building community
Work in diverse and inclusive environments

Explore Jobs on Handshake.

Studies for adults

Study on brain, cognition, emotion

Researchers in the Pain Lab are seeking healthy individuals between 18–45 years old for a neuroimaging study on cognition and emotion.

Study uses two different neuroimaging methods (FMRI and FNIRS). The methods are non-invasive.
Study will take around 3.5 hours; participants will be compensated.

If interested, please fill out this eligibility survey to apply.

Research on human hearing

You are invited to participate in a study investigating human hearing, conducted by Donghyeon Yun at ��ɫ��Ƶ, Department of Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences. The study involves listening to sentences with a hearing device and making judgements about them.

The study typically takes two sessions to complete, lasting 1.5 to two hours per session, scheduled at your convenience. $30 per session will be provided in the form of an Amazon gift card.

If you are between the ages of 18 and 65, are a native English speaker, have some degree of hearing loss, and would like more information about participating, please contact donghyeon.yun@colorado.edu.

Menopause, vascular health research

The purpose of this study is to learn more about how changes in vascular function and fat gain during menopause may contribute to the increased heart disease risk in women.

Primary inclusion criteria:

Females ages 20–50 years
Non-smoking
No current use of hormonal contraceptives

Compensation up to $800 provided.

Interested? Complete the optional eligibility survey. Contact kathleen.farrell@colorado.edu with questions.

Study on emotions in young adults of Mexican heritage

Do you identify as being of Mexican, Mexican-American or Chicano/a heritage? Interested in your emotions and moods? Participate in a paid study to understand your own emotions and mental health in the CU Department of Psychology and Neuroscience (IRB#24-0303)!

Study includes some or all of the following parts (EARN UP TO $30 GIFT CARD)

Part A: Online Survey – Answer online questionnaires about your emotions, cultural values, mood and psychological health. Pays $20 for approximately 45 minutes.
Optional Part B: Emotion Recall Task – Complete an online emotion memory task and additional questionnaires about your current emotions. Pays an extra $10 for approximately 15 minutes.

To qualify, you must be of Mexican heritage, between the ages of 18 and 25 years old, and fluent in English.

Interested in participating? Please complete this brief prescreen survey to apply.

Have any questions? Please email leap-study@colorado.edu and name the subject line (“LEAP Study”) or give us a call at 303-735-7547.

Thank you very much for your time and interest!

TENS, walking performance in older adults

Researchers from the Neurophysiology of Movement Laboratory at ��ɫ��Ƶ are conducting a study to investigate the influence of light electrical stimulation (transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation) on walking performance in older adults. Individuals who are aged between 65 and 85, with no recent lower-body injuries, free from neurological impairments and able to walk unaided for six minutes may be eligible to participate in our study.

The study involves two evaluation visits to ��ɫ��Ƶ Main Campus. The two sessions (each ~1.5 hours each) will be separated by three to seven days. Walking will be tested while transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) is applied over leg muscles and controlled by a foot switch.

Participants will earn $60 for completing the two sessions. If interested, please contact Rehab Aljaafari to learn more about the study: phone 720-687-7148 or email real5810@colorado.edu.

Study on semaglutide medications

Are you on a semaglutide medication? Our research team is interested to hear about your experience! Our study is open to users of any form of semaglutide or GLP-1 agonist medication (including Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, Trulicity, etc.) and involves one 30-45-minute study visit in our Boulder lab.

Participants will be compensated $25.

If you are interested in participating or have any questions for us, please email semaglutideresearch@gmail.com.

Bipolar disorder in young adults

Join the Young Emerging Adult Research Study (YEARS) study at ��ɫ��Ƶ and CU Anschutz (IRB# 23-2067) to understand emotions. Earn $25 per hour (up to approximately $400 total) for up to three study session phases (one hour and 45 minutes). Must be 18–25 years, be able to attend in-person sessions, and have a personal history of bipolar disorder or no mental health history.

Apply now by completing the prescreen survey. Email years-study@colorado.edu or call 720-378-8075 if you have any questions.

Study on music listening in young adults

Do you love listening to music? Are you curious about what music others are listening to? The Brain Music Lab at ��ɫ��Ƶ is currently recruiting participants for a research study investigating music listening, sharing and enjoyment behaviors in young adults (IRB # 24-0658).

Participating involves completing an online survey, followed by one visit to the Brain Music Lab (Roser ATLAS building) on ��ɫ��Ƶ’s Main Campus where you will listen to music, answer questions on a computer and have a short interview about your experience.

The total expected time commitment is two hours. Individuals who complete the study will be compensated with a $20 Amazon gift certificate and be entered in a drawing for an additional $50 Amazon gift certificate.

To participate, you must be between the ages of 18–25 and have normal or corrected-to-normal hearing.

Interested in participating or have any questions? Please email Sophia Mehdizadeh (some4995@colorado.edu) or complete this form.

Astronaut training research

Advancing and Validating Galvanic Disorientation Simulation Trainer: In this experiment, you will wear a galvanic vestibular stimulation headset. This system senses how you are tilted and stimulates your vestibular system with small amounts of electrical current through electrodes based behind your ears, near your forehand and back of your head. The system is intended to make you feel like an astronaut returning from spaceflight. During the experiment, you will perform tasks like reporting how you feel you are tilted, standing balance, walking or using a joystick to keep yourself upright in a chair.

You will be paid for the time you spend participating in this study.

If you have questions, would like additional information or are interested in participating, please email cu.gvspost@gmail.com. The principal investigator for this study is Torin Clark. You must be 18–65 years old to participate.

Study on learning, decision-making

The Neuromechanics Lab at ��ɫ��Ƶ is looking for volunteers to take part in a research study that investigates the role of how individuals navigate a dynamic and ambiguous decision-making task.

To take part you must:

Be English-speaking
Be between 18–36 years old
Have normal vision or wear glasses/contacts that make your vision normal
Have no neurological or other problems that affect your movement control
Complete the pre-screen survey

This study is expected to last at most two hours. Participants will receive a digital Amazon gift card as compensation, worth between $15 and $25. All procedures take place in the campus laboratory (Engineering Center, ECSL 1B21).

For more information, please contact colin.korbisch@colorado.edu.

Sleep studies

The Sleep and Chronobiology Laboratory is recruiting for two sleep studies:

Light exposure, meal timing, circadian rhythms

The purpose of this study is to examine how light exposure and meal timing influences circadian rhythms in healthy people ages 17–40.

The study is seven weeks long with eight in-person visits at ��ɫ��Ƶ. Participants live in the sleep laboratory on two separate occasions for 7.7 days (15.4 days total)

Compensation is up to $4,093. Get study details and information on how to apply. Contact sleep.study@colorado.edu.

Delayed sleep-wake phase disorder

Researchers are looking for people with delayed sleep-wake phase disorder or people with late bedtimes or healthy people with typical bedtimes.

The purpose of this study is to improve our understanding of mechanisms of delayed sleep-wake phase disorder (DSWPD). They are testing patients with DSWPD, as well as healthy people without DSWPD. The study is 6.5 weeks long with six in-person visits at ��ɫ��Ƶ.

You may be eligible for this study if you:

Are ages 16–30
Have a diagnosis of delayed-sleep wake phase disorder or have late bedtime after 1 a.m., an inability to fall asleep and difficulty awakening when required for school/work
Or are healthy with typical bedtimes and no sleep concerns

Study activities include:

Health screening
Monitor on separate occasions your sleep, mood, eating times for one or two weeks and blood sugar levels while living at home
Live in the sleep laboratory on two separate occasions for 48–66 hours (approximately 4.75 days in total)
Blood and saliva sampling and reaction time, mood, and ability to think testing

Compensation is up to $1,750. Get study details and apply. Contact sleep.study@colorado.edu.

Multiple sclerosis clinical trial

Researchers from the Neurophysiology of Movement Laboratory at ��ɫ��Ƶ are conducting a study to investigate if electrical stimulation applied to the legs can reduce fatigue and improve walking in persons with multiple sclerosis.

You may be eligible to participate if you:

Are between18–65 years of age
Have clinically confirmed diagnosis of MS
Are able to walk but have some difficulty walking
Experience some fatigue during activities of daily living

The 11-week study involves four evaluation visits and 18 treatment sessions (three times/week for six weeks):

Evaluation sessions (approximately two hours each)
Answering questionnaires
Tests of walking, balance and muscle function
Treatments (approximately 60 minutes each)
TENS applied to leg muscles while performing weight-lifting exercises
The treatment will be applied to two muscle groups in each leg

Participants will be paid up to $880 for completing the 11-week trial.

If you are interested, please contact Mélanie Henry by email at melanie.henry@colorado.edu and reference the MS clinical trial.

Cardiovascular research

The Integrative Physiology of Aging Laboratory is recruiting for four studies:

Novel breathing exercise, ages 50-plus

Researchers are looking for volunteers to study the potential health effects of a new type of breathing exercise (a time-efficient type of exercise) on blood pressure, vascular function and cognitive function.

Requirements:

Aged 50-plus years
Systolic blood pressure (top number) ≥ 115 mmHg
Willing to exercise up to 25 minutes per day, six days a week, for a three-month period

Benefits include:

Detailed blood panel (cholesterol, glucose, etc.)
Physician-monitored exercise stress test
Blood pressure screening
Bone mineral density test
Monetary compensation for time

If interested, email IMSTstudy@colorado.edu or call 303-492-2485. Learn more.

Novel breathing exercise, ages 18-plus

Researchers are looking for volunteers to study the potential health effects of a new type of breathing exercise (a time efficient exercise) delivered via a smartphone app on blood pressure and vascular function.

Requirements:

Aged 18-plus years
Higher blood pressure (systolic BP 120–160 mmHg)
Own an Apple or Android smartphone
Willing to perform breathing exercises five to 10 minutes per day, six days a week, for six weeks

Benefits include:

Detailed blood panel (cholesterol, glucose, etc.)
Blood pressure screening
Monetary compensation for time

If interested, email IMSTapp@colorado.edu or call 303-492-2485.

Potential healthy aging effects of MitoQ

Researchers are looking for volunteers to study the potential healthy aging effects of MitoQ, an antioxidant that is attracted to the mitochondria of cells, supplementation on physiological function.

Requirements:

Ages 60-plus
Willing to undergo a three-month period taking MitoQ or placebo pills

Benefits include:

Detailed blood panel (cholesterol, glucose, etc.)
Monetary compensation for time

If interested: call 303-735-6410 or email mitoqstudy@colorado.edu. Learn more.

Heat therapy, blood pressure, vascular function

Researchers are seeking volunteers to participate in a clinical research study. We are looking for adults, ages 40-plus who are willing to participate in water immersion sessions approximately three times per week for 12 weeks and have above normal blood pressure (a top number of 115 or higher; if you are unsure of your blood pressure, please still contact us for screening).

Benefits for volunteers include: cardiovascular health assessment, exercise stress test, body composition, blood chemistries and monetary compensation for time.

For more information, please email hottubstudy@colorado.edu or call 970-460-8970. Learn more.

Want to see what your brain looks like?

The Intermountain Neuorimaging Consortium (INC) is a brain imaging research facility in the Institute of Cognitive Science at ��ɫ��Ƶ. They use MRI scans to study how the brain works and how the brain changes across the lifespan. They currently have six to seven studies that are looking for participants from a range of ages across the Denver metro area.

Learn More & Enroll

Movement learning study with robotics

Come play a game with a robot! The Neuromechanics Lab needs volunteers for a study on effort and motor learning. We are interested in how effort during a movement changes how you learn. The insights from this study will help us design optimize rehabilitation and movement training.

In the game, you use a robotic handle to guide a cursor to a series of targets.

You must:

Be between 18–35 years old
Be right-handed
Have no movement impairments that could impact your ability to complete a reaching task
Have no upper-arm injuries within the last year

The study will involve about one hour of testing in our campus laboratory (1B21 ECSL, 1111 Engineering Drive, Boulder, CO 80309). We will schedule a 90-minute visit (in case of delays) at your convenience.

You will be compensated for your time and effort with an Amazon gift card. Take the survey to get started. Contact rachel.marbaker@colorado.edu.

Bioastronautics research

Please consider becoming a research participant in our study “Spatial disorientation following a gravity transition.” This study is being led by Torin Clark as part of the Bioastronautics Research Group at ��ɫ��Ƶ.

We are looking for subjects for an upcoming study investigating an active countermeasure triggering mechanism to reduce spatial disorientation in astronauts performing lunar landings. This research will take place in up to two visits and a total of no more than five hours in the Aerospace Engineering Sciences building on East Campus in the Bioastronautics Lab.

You will be paid for your participation at a rate of $15 per hour. More details on the study protocol will be provided in person, prior to beginning the experiment during your session.

To participate in the study, volunteers need to:

Be between 18–50 years of age
Have no history of vestibular dysfunction
Weigh less than 200 lbs
Complete a pre-screening questionnaire confirming eligibility criteria

If interested, please email sdtriggering@gmail.com to receive more information.

Study on CBD, mood health

The Research on Affective Disorders and Development Lab is conducting research on the effects of cannabidiol (CBD) on mood and behavior. We are recruiting research participants ages 18–35.

The study includes a few different parts:

You will answer short twice-daily surveys for six weeks on your mobile device.
You will complete three in-person research visits, each including an interview about life experiences, a set of computer games, and a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) brain scan.
You will select and use a CBD product for up to six weeks.

The study takes place over the course of six to eight weeks, and you will be compensated for your participation (maximum of $863–$1,038 for completing all parts of the study).

If you want to learn more, contact the RADD Lab at raddlab@colorado.edu or 303-735-8306, or fill out the initial eligibility screening.

Surveys for managers/supervisors

Calling all managers/supervisors! Researchers are working on a project to better understand your daily experiences at work.

For this study, you will be asked to complete three two-minute surveys a day, for a period of 10 days, as well as a 15-minute baseline survey at the beginning of the 10-day period.

You will receive monetary compensation for each survey you complete, with a total possible compensation of $70 in Tango gift card credit (to be used at a retailer of your choice, including a Visa or Mastercard prepaid card) for completing this study. See all retail options.

You will receive $5 for your participation in the baseline survey and an additional $1 for participation in each daily survey (three surveys per day for 10 days) and a $2 bonus for every full day you complete (up to $5 each day). If you complete 80% or more of the daily surveys (24 out of 30), you will receive a $15 bonus (in gift card credit).

Requirements:

Full-time working professional
Currently working as a manager with at least one direct report
Having daily interactions with their direct report(s) (this can be virtual or in-person)
18 years of age or older
Located in the United States
Able to complete three daily surveys for a period of two work weeks

The daily surveys will be taken once in the morning, once in the afternoon, and once in the evening over a period of two work weeks in July.

This opportunity is only available to the first 90 participants who sign up and qualify. Take the first survey to see if you are eligible.

Reach out to Christina Lacerenza at christina.lacerenza@colorado.edu or Rebecca Mitchell at remi2720@colorado.edu if you have additional questions.

Studies for the family

Child communication research

The Child Research Participant Registry connects families and researchers, so that together they can advance understanding of human communication and methods to diagnose and treat children who have communication-related challenges. They invite families of children with or without communication challenges to join the registry.

To learn more, or to sign up your child, please visit this webpage. The research registry is affiliated with the Department of Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences.

From university research studies to part-time jobs, there are plenty of opportunities to make extra money on campus. See what’s open.

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Prepare for Fall Welcome, move-in 2025

Megan Maneval — Wed, 16 Apr 2025 13:40:13 +0000

Prepare for Fall Welcome, move-in 2025 Megan Maneval Wed, 04/16/2025 - 07:40

In the fall, new student move-in will occur Friday, Aug. 15, through Tuesday, Aug. 19. Faculty and staff play an essential role in helping campus operations run smoothly. Here’s what you need to know to prepare.

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Graduating seniors: Mark your calendars for these upcoming events

Megan Maneval — Tue, 15 Apr 2025 15:09:43 +0000

Graduating seniors: Mark your calendars for these upcoming events Megan Maneval Tue, 04/15/2025 - 09:09

Senior Class Council

Hello seniors and graduating students!

Can you believe we are less than a month away from graduation? Time has flown by so fast, and Senior Class Council wants to make sure you all enjoy your last few days on campus as much as possible. We have some great events for Grad Days coming up that we wanted to make you aware of:

Aaditya Pore, Senior Class Council President

Grad Cap Decorating

April 22 5–7 p.m. UMC North Dining Room
Join us and put your own spin on graduation by decorating your grad cap! Snacks, supplies and vibes provided.

Pie A Professor

April 23 11:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m. Visual Arts Complex breezeway
Get an opportunity to pie one of your favorite professors while helping to raise funds for the Senior Class Gift!

Grad Cap Decorating with the Book Store

April 28–May 1 9 a.m.–6 p.m. CU Book Store
Decorate your grad cap at the CU Book Store throughout the week!

Grab and Go Breakfast

April 29 9–11 a.m. Herbst Plaza and Visual Arts Complex breezeway
Stop by to grab some free breakfast!

Senior Sunset

April 29 7–10 p.m. Chautauqua Dining Hall
Come celebrate graduation at Chautauqua with free food, drinks and activities! RSVP required.

Grad Bash

May 1 4–7 p.m. Koenig Alumni Center
Have a bash with us in preparation for graduation! Enjoy free food and refreshments, a DJ, free swag and lots of photo opportunities!

Campus photo opportunities

April 28–May 1
Don your cap and gown and be on the lookout for pop-up photo booths at iconic campus locations to take photos with our inflatable commencement photo frames. Share your photos with us on social media using #ForeverBuffs!

Speaking of photos, we invite you to share your pictures from the year with us on the Forever Buffs Network Photo Album! If you haven’t already joined the network, it’s a great place to get information about events and commencement.

Also, don’t forget to “Get Grad Ready” by doing the following:

Stay in the loop and update your contact information with the Alumni Association.
Leave your mark and donate to the Senior Class Gift to get one of our royal blue grad cords.
Check out the Cultural & Affinity Commencement Celebrations you may want to attend.
Get all the details for the big day.

We hope you all have a strong finish to the semester and to your time here at CU. We can’t wait to see you all at these events and breakfast on Norlin Quad as we line up for the commencement procession!

Sko Buffs!

Aaditya Pore
Senior Class Council President

Senior Class Council wants to make sure all graduating students enjoy their last days on campus as much as possible. Don't miss these great events coming up.

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The best reasons to attend Homecoming and Alumni Weekend

Megan Maneval — Tue, 15 Apr 2025 13:58:01 +0000

The best reasons to attend Homecoming and Alumni Weekend Megan Maneval Tue, 04/15/2025 - 07:58

Graduating from ��ɫ��Ƶ doesn’t mean saying goodbye—it means becoming part of a lifelong Forever Buffs community.

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31 things to do: Attend radio prom, get breakfast sandwiches, more

Megan Maneval — Mon, 14 Apr 2025 19:14:25 +0000

31 things to do: Attend radio prom, get breakfast sandwiches, more Megan Maneval Mon, 04/14/2025 - 13:14

Enjoy the spring weather, Buffs! This week brings to campus an Earth Day red sunflower seed pickup, an AI showcase, poker and Super Smash Bros tournaments, a Holi celebration, a free dinner for transfer students and more.

Monday, April 14

I Love Mondays: Breakfast sandwiches

2 p.m. UMC, North Dining Room
Stop by for a snack on your way to class and the opportunity to learn about different campus organizations. This Monday we will be serving breakfast sandwiches.

Red Sunflower Seed Pickup

2–4 p.m. Norlin Library, East entrance
Pick up seeds to grow ��ɫ��Ƶ’s iconic red sunflower for Earth Day as part of a take-home gardening project called One Seed. The project explores the red sunflower’s historical ties to ��ɫ��Ƶ and the scientific aspects of this unique plant.

Adopted and Multiracial Mixer

5–7 p.m. C4C N320
Looking to connect with others who share your experiences? Participate in this dialogue focusing on the experiences of adopted and multiracial people.

Billiards tournament

7–9 p.m. The Connection
Show off your skills at an 8-ball or 9-ball billiards tournament at The Connection. It’s free to enter and sign-up starts at 6 p.m. at The Connection front desk. Prizes for top finishers!

Tuesday, April 15

First-Gen Leveraging AI for Job Search & Development

4–5:30 p.m. C4C, Abrams Lounge
Dive into the transformative world of artificial intelligence and its impact on career development. This session will equip you with the knowledge and tools to harness AI and provide valuable insights into how AI is shaping the job market and how you can leverage it for your career journey. Sign up on Handshake.

Poker tournament

7–9 p.m. The Connection
All skill levels are welcome at our free Texas Hold’em poker tournament. Sign-up starts at 6 p.m. at The Connection front desk. Prizes for top finishers!

SoundWorks and Sphere Ensemble

7:30–9:30 p.m. Imig Music, Grusin Music Hall (C112)
In its final concert of the season, SoundWorks is thrilled to present Sphere Ensemble, Denver’s dynamic 14-piece string ensemble renowned for their inventive arrangements and commitment to community engagement.

Wednesday, April 16

Lug Your Mug

9 a.m.–noon Visual Arts Complex
Get a free coffee by bringing your own mug! The Environmental Center's Zero Waste Outreach Team encourages you to break the disposable habit—no single-use cups will be available.

Chancellor’s State of the Campus Address and Lunch

11 a.m. UMC Glenn Miller Ballroom
Chancellor Justin Schwartz will deliver his inaugural State of the Campus address to the campus, where he will reflect on where we stand and outline a vision for the future of ��ɫ��Ƶ as he concludes his first academic year on campus. The chancellor will discuss how the campus is navigating uncertainty and will share his vision for how we will continue to meet the university’s mission together. Following his address, attendees will be invited to enjoy a buffet lunch and mingle with the chancellor. All are invited to attend and a valid Buff OneCard is required for entry.

Ace Your Interview Workshop

4–5 p.m. C4C N215
In this interactive workshop, dive into the art of interviewing and gain the confidence to answer any question that comes your way. We’ll break down the different types of interviews, explore common questions and show you how to craft responses using the START method. Plus, you’ll get hands-on experience practicing with mock interview scenarios and leave with helpful resources to keep you prepared for whatever comes next. Register on Handshake.

Super Smash Bros tournament

5–10 p.m. The Connection
Show off your skills at our Super Smash Bros tournament, hosted by CU Gaming and The Connection! Sign-up starts at 4 p.m. at The Connection front desk.

First-Gen Cultural Connection

April 16 5–7 p.m. The Connection
Get to know other first-gen and BIPOC students and expand your cultural community through bowling at The Connection.

Kitchen Table

5:30–7 p.m. C4C N320
Join us for a monthly gathering to learn about leadership and community-building opportunities while centering the experiences of students who identify as women of color. Stop by to enjoy dinner, learn valuable skills and connect with peers and mentors.

Zen Meditation

Radio 1190 Presents: Radio Prom

6:30–10 p.m. Junkyard Social Club
Join Radio 1190 for its annual Radio Prom — a fun free event with live DJs spinning vintage 80s classics, plus raffle prizes, prom superlatives and more. Food and drink available for purchase from the Altura taco truck and Junkyard's own baristas, plus the Junkyard playground for those perfect photo ops.

Thursday, April 17

Yoga for Clarity and Calm

Noon–1 p.m. Museum of Natural History (Henderson), Paleontology Hall
Downward dog and dinosaurs? CU students, faculty and staff are invited to take a break from classes with professionally guided yoga practice within the CU Museum’s Paleontology Hall.

Find Your Internship!

1–2 p.m. C4C S435
Employers say that internship experience is the No. 1 reason they’ll hire one college graduate over another. Don’t know where to start or feel stuck in your internship search? No problem. Join this workshop to learn about strategies for finding, applying for and successfully getting internships. Register on Handshake.

Program Council Small Concert

3:30–11 p.m. The Connection, Club 156
Come on down to Club 156 for live music presented by ��ɫ��Ƶ's Program Council!

Native Arts and Crafts Night

5–6:30 p.m. C4C N320
Join your fellow Buffs for Native Arts and Crafts. This is a casual makerspace to build community and work on projects. We will provide some materials, and you can also bring your own projects to work on.

Transfer Buffs | Free Transfer Student Dinner

5:30–7 p.m. Village Center Dining and Community Commons
Join your fellow transfer students for a free meal at the dining hall! Meet up in the Village Dining Center lobby to grab your meal card.

Free Fiske Thursdays

Buffalo Nites: Guided paint class

8–10 p.m. UMC Glenn Miller Ballroom
Join your fellow art aficionados to create a work of art even the beginning painter can be proud of! Take some time to relax and learn from a pro. This is a great way to engage with your peers while creating a painting you can’t wait to show off! All supplies included. Brought to you by the Center for Student Involvement. Register to attend.

Friday, April 18

AI @ ��ɫ��Ƶ Spring 2025 Showcase

10–11 a.m. Virtual
Join the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Community of Practice for the AI @ ��ɫ��Ƶ Spring 2025 Showcase. Learn about the state of AI on campus today and the three unique ways that AI is being utilized within teaching, research and administration on campus.

Buffalo Nites: Ninja Warrior course

1–7 p.m. Rec Center, lower courts
You’ve seen it on TV—come test your skills on our Ninja Warrior course! Race your friends and the fastest time will win a prize. Hosted by the Center for Student Involvement.

Cozy Gaming: Indie Gaming Night

3–9 p.m. UMC Gaming Lounge and West Dining Room
Cozy games with friends are the best way to unwind. Play your favorites or try something new in good company! Experience some of the best, award-winning indie video games from the past year.

Consent Carnival

4–7 p.m. Libby Hall, Lot 360
Enjoy free food, carnival games and more while learning about consent and safe sex!

Free Friday Power Hour: Cycle

5–6 p.m. Rec Center, Cycle Studio
The Rec offers a free fitness class each week on Friday—this week it’s cycling. No registration required. Try something new this week!

Kwik Cricket

5–8 p.m. Rec Center, indoor turf gym
Join Intramural Sports for an evening of pick-up Kwik Cricket. Teams of eight will be formed and enjoy a night of fast paced cricket fun! Free with a Buff OneCard. Register via the Fusion Play app on your mobile device.

Spring Fling at the Climbing Gym

7–10 p.m. Rec Center, climbing gym
Shake off the winter blues and celebrate the return of spring with fun climbing challenges! Free to climbing gym members or day pass holders.

Friday Film Series: ‘Ponyo’

8 p.m. CHEM 140
Join Program Council for a screening of “Ponyo” on 35mm on the big screen—for free!

Saturday, April 19

Holi

1–3 p.m. Emma Gomez Martinez Park
Celebrate the festival of colors and the start of spring with friends and community!

This week brings to campus an Earth Day red sunflower seed pickup, an AI showcase, poker and Super Smash Bros tournaments, a Holi celebration, a free dinner for transfer students and more.

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Brightest Buffs—Staff Council launches recognition program

Megan Maneval — Mon, 14 Apr 2025 15:02:37 +0000

Brightest Buffs—Staff Council launches recognition program Megan Maneval Mon, 04/14/2025 - 09:02

��ɫ��Ƶ Staff Council wants to celebrate the unique stories and contributions of our staff. You can nominate a staff member or nominate yourself to be recognized as a Brightest Buff.

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Complete the Faculty and Staff Engagement Survey April 15–30

Megan Maneval — Fri, 11 Apr 2025 18:46:32 +0000

Complete the Faculty and Staff Engagement Survey April 15–30 Megan Maneval Fri, 04/11/2025 - 12:46

Sponsored by Chancellor Justin Schwartz and Provost Russell Moore, the Faculty and Staff Engagement Survey April 15–30 asks about concepts such as satisfaction, wellness, affinity and career growth.

Sponsored by Chancellor Justin Schwartz and Provost Russell Moore, the Faculty and Staff Engagement Survey asks about concepts such as satisfaction, wellness, affinity and career growth.

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