Reception For CU-Boulder Professors Of Distinction To Be Held Dec. 8

Nov. 26, 2006

Four brief talks by College Professors of Distinction at the University of Colorado at Boulder will highlight a Dec. 8 event honoring the four professors who were the first to be recognized with the new honorary title. The free, public event will be held from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. in the Wolf Law Building rooms 205 and 207. A reception will follow the talks in Boettcher Hall, also in the law building.

Homelessness Seminar To Be Held At CU-Boulder Dec. 2

Nov. 26, 2006

A public seminar to promote homelessness awareness will be held at the University of Colorado at Boulder on Saturday, Dec. 2, from 9 a.m. to noon. Organized and sponsored by CU-Boulder students in the Presidents Leadership Class program, the seminar is titled "Inform and Empower: A Seminar on Homelessness," and will be held in the Muenzinger Psychology building auditorium, room E050.

Three CU-Boulder Faculty Elected AAAS Fellows For 2006

Nov. 22, 2006

Three University of Colorado at Boulder faculty members have been elected fellows of the prestigious American Association for the Advancement of Science for 2006.

Reward Offered For Missing CU-Boulder Computer Server

Nov. 21, 2006

The University of Colorado at Boulder Police Department is investigating the theft of a computer server from the Engineering Center on the CU-Boulder campus. The theft occurred in the early morning hours of Saturday, Nov. 18, said CU Police Lt. John Kish. The server is an Aspen System Dual 2.66 GHz unit and is approximately three years old.

CU-Boulder Chancellor Peterson Unveils 'Flagship 2030' Strategic Planning Project

Nov. 19, 2006

University of Colorado at Boulder Chancellor G.P. "Bud" Peterson today announced the next step in the formulation of a strategic plan that will examine the realities the campus will face in the year 2030.

Economic Outlook Forum Presented Dec. 4 By CU-Boulder Leeds School Of Business

Nov. 19, 2006

The University of Colorado at Boulder Leeds School of Business will present its annual Colorado Business Economic Outlook forum on Monday, Dec. 4, at 1 p.m. at the Denver Marriott City Center. The event at 1701 California St. in Denver is free and open to the public and is sponsored by CU-Boulder's Leeds School of Business and Compass Bank. No reservations are required.

CU Professor Explores Influence Of Secular And Religious Ideologies On The War On Terror

Nov. 19, 2006

Secular and religious ideologies played a major role in helping the Bush administration explain and sell the war on terror to the American public, according to University of Colorado at Boulder religious studies Professor Ira Chernus in his new book "Monsters to Destroy: The Neoconservative War on Terror and Sin." Chernus argues that the war on terror is based not on a realistic appraisal of the causes of the conflict but on "stories" that policy-makers believe about human nature and a world divided between absolute good and evil.

Many Consumers Lose The Holiday Shopping Price Game, Says CU Professor

Nov. 15, 2006

The holidays are right around the corner, and for many people that means a stressful search for the perfect gift at the right price. And even with all of the choices and information available to shoppers today, many will still lose when it comes to getting the best price for their gifts, says University of Colorado at Boulder Leeds School of Business Professor Donald Lichtenstein.

Author Annie Proulx To Speak At CU-Boulder On Nov. 29

Nov. 15, 2006

Pulitzer Prize-winning author Annie Proulx will present the Center of the American West's Distinguished Lecture at 7 p.m. on Nov. 29 in the Glenn Miller Ballroom at the University of Colorado at Boulder. The event is free and open to the public and those interested in attending are encouraged to arrive early as seating is limited. A reception and book signing will follow the lecture.

Historian, Author Howard Zinn To Discuss Immigration At CU-Boulder Event

Nov. 15, 2006

Historian, writer and social activist Howard Zinn, author of "A People's History of the United States," will speak about illegal immigration and other issues at the University of Colorado at Boulder. CU-Boulder's Cultural Events Board is sponsoring the talk, which will take place at 7 p.m. Nov. 30 in the Glenn Miller Ballroom at the University Memorial Center. The event "Who You Callin' an Alien, Pilgrim?" is free and open to the public.

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