Graduate Student Edition - Jan. 13, 2025
Campus Community
17 things to do: Enjoy basketball, free movies, coffee and more
Welcome back Buffs! This week brings to campus the Spring Kickoff at the Rec, a "last first day of class" photo shoot for seniors, an on-campus job fair, International Coffee Hour and more.
Tips for getting around campus and Boulder with ease
There are many convenient, accessible and sustainable modes of transportation for students to get around campus and Boulder.
ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú´«Ã½ÎÄ»¯×÷Æ· Surplus Store reduces environmental impact, saves money
The ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú´«Ã½ÎÄ»¯×÷Æ· Surplus Store, which is expanding to offer public access and regular business hours, has used furniture, electronics and more for sale at affordable prices.
ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú´«Ã½ÎÄ»¯×÷Æ· shines with record-breaking year for startups
ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú´«Ã½ÎÄ»¯×÷Æ· innovations resulted in 35 startup companies in fiscal year 2023–24, shattering the previous record of 20. The milestone reflects years of strategy and investment in entrepreneurship.
Research Updates
Wildfire smoke inside homes can create health risks that linger for months—tips for cleaning, staying safe
The chemicals emitted when buildings and vehicles burn can find their way into nearby homes; studies show the health risks can stick around. Read from CU expert Colleen Reid on The Conversation.
Study reveals widespread underinsurance among homeowners, exposing risk in the wake of devastating wildfires
Homeowners are often unaware of gaps in their insurance coverage, with many choosing policies based on premium costs rather than total coverage.
In Case You Missed It
Save the date for the Three Minute Thesis competition Feb. 13
Don’t miss the Three Minute Thesis competition, which showcases graduate students' ability to distill their nine-hour thesis down to three minutes.
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