Faculty-Staff Edition - Sept. 18, 2024
Campus Community
Sko vote, Buffs!
As part of National Voter Registration Day this week, CU Boulder Chancellor Justin Schwartz encourages the campus community to take part in the election process. Watch the video.
Request a workshop from the Basic Needs Center
The Basic Needs Center offers workshops for students on various topics including nutrition, housing, money management and general well-being. Staff can come to your class, event or meeting for the workshop. Learn more about workshop options.
Christy McCain, Jamie Nagle honored with lectureships
Christy McCain of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology and the CU Museum of Natural History and Jamie Nagle of Physics have been recognized with 2024–25 Distinguished Research Lectureships. The lectureship is among the most esteemed honors bestowed by faculty upon faculty at CU Boulder.
Research Updates
Denver youth help struggling peers—without involving law enforcement
The CU Boulder-based Youth Violence Prevention Center has launched a new app, the Power of One, to help Northeast Denver youth connect struggling friends and loved ones with the support they need. The app grew out of concerns that some marginalized communities may be hesitant to use Safe2Tell.
River reporting reaps rewards
Luke Runyon, co-director of CMCI’s Water Desk, earned a national Murrow Award for an in-depth podcast series on the declining Colorado River.
Protecting data from quantum hackers
Assistant Professor Huck Bennett is working to keep data safe from hackers when the quantum revolution comes.
Events & Exhibits
Join the Buffs Chancellor Welcome Sept. 24
Hear from Chancellor Justin Schwartz about his priorities for the upcoming academic year. Enjoy conversation and free breakfast as well!
How to put The Conversation to work for you—Oct. 24
CU Boulder faculty members and doctoral students who want to share their scholarly research and expertise with a broader audience are invited to join an information session with a visiting Conversation editor.
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