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How to stay connected and informed at CU Boulder

Â鶹ÒùÔº and families can stay informed and connected to the many things happening at CU Boulder through apps, social accounts and newsletters.

Resources for families

Buff Family Newsletter
New Student and Family Programs sends the Buff Family Newsletter every other week during the school year. Families can review it for updates, articles, important dates and more.


Follow the Buff Family Facebook page for fun highlights, a glimpse of campus life, news, articles, updates and other essential information for families.

Buff Family Involvement
Learn about events and programming for families. Don’t miss out on Buff Family Webinars, Coffee Hours and upcoming opportunities to participate in special events.

Resources for students

Encourage your student to download the essential apps that make managing access to campus resources convenient.

CU Boulder Life
As the primary app to stay connected to campus life, the CU Boulder Life app links to all the resources needed to track events, connect to Student Affairs departments and find the way around campus.Ìý

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Nutrislice
The Nutrislice app connects students to on-campus dining options. They can view menus, including ingredients, nutritional information and allergens. They can also visit the .

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Get Mobile
The Get Mobile app allows anyone with an IdentiKey to pay with Campus Cash at dining locations. Â鶹ÒùÔº can also use the app to view their Campus Cash balance.

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CU Boulder Rec
The Rec app allows students with a membership entry to the Rec without a Buff OneCard. Â鶹ÒùÔº can also use the app to make and cancel reservations, check facility hours, register for programs, etc.Ìý

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Penji
The Academic Success and Achievement Program (ASAP) offers free tutoring to all first-year students and students living on campus. Â鶹ÒùÔº can use the Penji app to request and schedule tutoring sessions. Ìý

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CU NightRide
CU NightRide is a student-operated program that provides free evening transportation for CU Boulder students, faculty and staff within Boulder city limits. Â鶹ÒùÔº can request a ride with the CU NightRide app!Ìý

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CU Boulder has several social media accounts across Instagram, Facebook and X (Twitter) to keep students informed and entertained.

CUBoulderLife
This is the go-to place for all things student life. It provides information about student-specific resources, events and support while capturing moments in the student journey.Ìý

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CUBoulder
As the primary campus social account, @CUBoulder covers the entire CU Boulder community and shares a wide variety of information, including campus updates, research stories, safety alerts and more.

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CUHealthyBuffs
This is the feed for all things student health. It offers tips, events and resources related to mental health, campus recreation, nutrition, sexual health, illness prevention, self-care and more.Ìý

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CUBoulderCareer
Â鶹ÒùÔº can stay connected to Career Services and track updates about events and tips for their job or internship search.

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CUBuffs
Are you excited about following how the Buffs compete in the Pac-12? Follow the main Colorado Buffaloes social account or other favorite sports.Ìý

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College, school or program
Â鶹ÒùÔº can follow their college, school or program social accounts to connect with people, events, resources and support specific to their academic community.

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Read and sign up for newsletters and emailsÌý

Â鶹ÒùÔº can receive updates and information about their interests or passions by signing up for newsletters from across campus. They’ll receive regular communications on events, resources, programs and other opportunities.Ìý

CU Boulder Today
Review news, stories, tips, things to do and campus updates three times each week to stay current with all things CU Boulder.Ìý

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University Memorial Center (UMC)
Follow events and updates from the UMC. The UMC is home to many campus departments, dining options, study spots and the CU Book Store.Ìý

Environmental Center
Learn about the Sustainable Buffs Community, events, programs and ways to practice sustainability on campus and in daily life.Ìý

Volunteer Resource Center
Receive updates on ways to volunteer, community involvement, student success stories and more.Ìý

Basic Needs Center
Stay informed about resources, events, updates and other ways to support or find support at the Basic Needs Center.Ìý

Commuting Buffs
Â鶹ÒùÔº living off campus or commuting to Boulder can connect to the Commuting Buffs program to stay informed and learn about resources, events and more.Ìý

Center for Inclusion and Social Change
Learn about the community-building and educational programs hosted by the four offices within CISC: Education and Social Change Office, First Generation Programs and Enrichment Office, Intercultural Engagement Office and Pride Office.Ìý

Transfer Buffs
Connect with the Transfer Student Community to learn about events, resources, updates and more with the transfer student monthly update.Ìý

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The Connection
Learn about events, updates and programs offered at The Connection, CU Boulder’s center for bowling, billiards, ping pong, video games and more.

Stay informed and help your student take advantage of all CU Boulder has to offer! These valuable communication resources keep you and your student connected so you don’t miss news, events, resources, updates and other opportunities.Ìý