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To comply with CU Boulder’s updated COVID-19 guidance, members of the campus community are required to receive a vaccine booster shot by Feb. 24 or five months after receiving the final dose of the original series, whichever is later.

Â鶹ÒùÔº, faculty and staff may pick up N95 or KN95 masks at any reception desk at the University Memorial Center (UMC), Center for Community (C4C), Student Recreation Center, Center for Academic Success and Engagement (CASE) or Sustainability, Energy and Environment Community (SEEC). Masks may be picked up at these locations between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. on weekdays. 

If you are experiencing an unexpected financial emergency unrelated to COVID-19 or the December 30, 2021 Boulder County fires, ISSS encourages you to apply for an Emergency Financial Grant if you meet the eligibility requirements listed on the ISSS Financial Opportunities webpage.If your financial e...

ISSS is launching a new series of programs designed for international students and scholars to engage in with their families and would like to find out more about your interests, availability, and programming ideas!   International Buffs & Company Interests & Program Idea Surve...

As the new year begins, CU faculty, staff and students will begin receiving critical documents needed to file their annual income tax returns. For certain international employees and students, this means receiving Forms W-2 and/or 1042-S from CU over the next month.Form W-2 is issued to any employee...

This group welcomes CU international students of all ages, education levels and backgrounds. It provides a safe and supportive space for international students to understand themselves in the context of a new culture while learning ways to navigate common challenges. The group helps students find a...

Whether you are looking for an internship, planning to go to graduate or law school, or start your career, Career Services has a program to help you prepare.

As of Spring 2021, CU has a new registration system powered by Bike Index. If you registered your bike before the Spring 2021 semester, you must register again with our new form. Bike registration is available only to CU students, faculty, and staff.

Register for Intramural Sports leaguesRegistration: Wednesday, Feb 23, 2022 - Wednesday, Mar 2, 2022Leagues available:Backyard gamesDodgeballFlag footballIce hockeyOutdoor soccerTennisUltimate frisbeeIntramural Sports passes are available for $20/semester and allow you to join as many leagues or tou...

Starting in February, OVA’s Ask an Advocate will be available every Wednesday from 11 a.m. to noon this spring. Check OVA's website for information on joining sessions.Spring 2022 Dates:In-person Ask an Advocate will be available at the Center for Inclusion and Social Change (CISC),-Center for Commu...

It is recommended that all students and scholars renting an apartment or home consider purchasing renters insurance. Renters insurance is a type of homeowners insurance that helps protects renters' personal belongings from damage or theft. Renters insurance policies generally provide coverage for al...

On January 21, 2022, the administration of President Biden announced various actions which the U.S. Departments of State and Homeland Security are putting in place to encourage international STEM scholars, students, researchers, and experts to contribute to innovation and job creation efforts in the...

Immigration regulations require students in F-1 and J-1 status to be enrolled in a full-time course load each fall and spring semester in order to maintain nonimmigrant visa status. Full-time enrollment is only required in the summer if it is your first or last semester of enrollment.Drop Advising R...

Do you have upcoming travel plans and need a new travel signature to return to the U.S.?Travel SignaturesA valid travel signature is required to enter the U.S. in F-1/F-2 and J-1/J-2 status.A travel signature is generally valid for re-entry to the U.S. within one year from the date it is received or...

Let ISSS Know!If you are graduating this semester: Email ISSS as soon as possible to let us know you intend to graduate.If you plan to defend your dissertation or thesis prior to the start of the summer term: Email ISSS as soon as possible so that ISSS can provide important information regarding you...

Beginning on Martin Luther King Jr. Day and running through April, students, faculty and staff are invited to participate in a series of transformational, high-impact events, including the annual spring 2022 Diversity & Inclusion Summit. This semester-long initiative is hosted by the Center for Inclusion and Social Change, a unit within the Office of Diversity, Equity and Community Engagement.

Hosted by ALTEC over a period of two weeks, watch a different movie each day in its original language with English subtitles! The film screening will be followed by a conversation in English, led by a language faculty.  All languages and levels are welcome. 

This weekly program provides a space to engage in self-care activities, learn about campus resources and build community. Themes rotate weekly, allowing students to come and go as they please, participate in the activity and have a one-on-one conversation with an emotional wellness peer educator to create a personalized self-care plan. Activities are free and open to all students!

The Center for Student Involvement is partnering with local studio Tracy’s Place to host in-person guided painting classes. Each event is limited to the first 50 students, and all supplies are included.

The Buffalo Nites late-night program series offers fun, entertaining and engaging events for free to all students! Join us this month for roller skating, waffle plate and 50 First Dates, and a murder mystery dinner!

Join Program Council for a free movie on the big screen! Free popcorn! Open to all students and guests.

Join the Office of Diversity, Equity and Community Engagement (ODECE) for a virtual spring 2022 Diversity & Inclusion Summit based on this semester’s themes of connection, growth and change.

Are you graduating or completing your graduate course work at the end of the fall 2021 semester and interested in working in your major field of study in the U.S.?Join our Post-Completion Optional Practical Training (OPT) workshop for students with F-1 visa status to learn more about OPT eligibility...

Mental Health First Aid training helps a person with no clinical training assist someone experiencing a mental health crisis. Mental Health First Aiders learn a five-step strategy to assess and support someone in crisis.

While choosing a major is important, developing highly sought-after transferable skills is just as important. The Leeds business minor is a distinctive CU option that is focused on preparing you for the future of the workplace. You’ll learn business fundamentals and gain access to valuable Leeds pro...

When: Feb 11, 2022 from 4 to 5:30 p.m.Where: UMC Dining CenterSponsor: Environmental CenterInternational Coffee Hour is the best way to meet people and make new friends. At coffee hours, we drink coffee, eat food, and have a great time together. This month’s theme is Valentine’s day so be sure to sw...

Join our CPT workshop for students with F-1 visa status to learn more about CPT eligibility requirements, the application timeline and request process. Learn More About CPT Workshops will be offered:Feb 15, 2022 at 11 a.m.Mar 29, 2022 at 11 a.m.April 5, 2022 at 3:30 p.m.April 19, 2022...

Are you currently in an authorized period of post-completion OPT and interested in the possibility of extending your OPT authorization?  If you earned a degree in the U.S. that was in an OPT STEM extension eligible field, then you may be eligible for the STEM OPT extension.Join our STEM OPT extensio...

This one-day leadership and social justice program serves as a learning and networking opportunity for student leaders across CU Boulder’s campus.

Are you an international faculty member looking to meet and network with other international faculty? Do you have questions about permanent residency and other immigration issues?Register to attend the International Faculty Luncheon co-sponsored by International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) a...

Pre-Completion OPT is an F-1 benefit that provides off-campus work authorization during a student’s degree program.  Join our Pre-Completion Optional Practical Training (OPT) workshops for students with F-1 visa status to learn more about pre-completion OPT, including eligibility requirements, the a...

The Women’s Leadership Symposium is a conference created for women/women-identified staff and students. Get ready to explore a variety of ways to develop authentic and empowered leadership skills! This year’s theme is Filling Each Other’s Cups: Collaboration and Compassion.

Get to know a little about International Student & Scholar Assistant Advisor Elyse Achenbach who just joined ISSS in January 2022!How many years have you worked in the field of international education?This is my fifth year in international education. At my previous institution I did international ad...

The XXIV Olympic Winter Games, hosted by Beijing China, are scheduled to begin on February 4, 2022 and continue through February 20, 2022.ISSS is very proud of the five current and former CU Boulder international students who will compete in the games. Representing Canada, the Czech Republic, Estoni...

You may have heard of Wordle, the daily word game which gives users just six guesses per day to figure out a five-letter word and is known for its yellow, green and gray colored letters. It’s a simple concept (there isn’t even an app and must be played solely online) that went from having just 90 pl...

Whether you live 20 minutes or 20 miles away from campus, here are some tips to help you start out the spring semester strong.

Whether you want to enjoy more time outside or shield yourself from the cold, there is something for everyone to do in and around Boulder this winter. Here are five ideas to get you started.

Whether you’re looking to be active, meet new people or explore new hobbies, Recreation Services programs and facilities are a great place to get started.

There are many opportunities on campus for you to connect with people and organizations that fit your interests. Here are some ways to find your fit with others if you’re interested in getting or staying active.

CU Boulder's Faculty and Staff Assistance Program and Office of Victim Assistance recently partnered in a discussion around the events of the Marshall Fire. Counselors addressed how to take care of oneself and others; trauma response and coping mechanisms; and resources at CU Boulder and in the community. If you were unable to attend or would like to re-watch the presentation, a recording with closed captioning is now available.