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Faculty-Staff Edition Jan. 23, 2026

Elizabeth Lock — Fri, 23 Jan 2026 18:43:25 +0000

Faculty-Staff Edition Jan. 23, 2026 Elizabeth Lock Fri, 01/23/2026 - 11:43 Faculty-Staff Edition

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Making progress on campus strategic initiatives: A look back and ahead with Ann Schmiesing

As CU ��ý�� moves forward on key strategic initiatives aligned with its four institutional priorities, Senior Vice Chancellor for Strategic Initiatives Ann Schmiesing highlights the year’s major accomplishments.

Faculty share 7 must-watch films from Sundance Film Festival's 40-year history

The picks capture the breadth of the renowned festival, from an offbeat comedy to documentaries, a "sensory tone poem" and more.

Deadlines approaching for 2026–27 Impact Grants

Impact Grants provide seed funding to programs and initiatives that operationalize units' capacities to advance at least one of the campus's five diversity, equity and inclusion goals. Learn more about the application process and how to become a peer reviewer.

CU ��ý�� joins Medtronic in strategic partnership to drive breakthrough health innovations

CU ��ý�� and two other CU campuses have been chosen from a nationwide search to partner with Medtronic—a global leader in health care technology—in a strategic research agreement aimed at accelerating transformative health innovations.

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SPIKE Center for Sustainability Education welcomes 13 faculty fellows

Announcing the 2026 cohort of the Embark Deep Tech Startup Creator

Get paid: Research opportunities and on-campus jobs

Celebrating 25 years of the Program for Teaching East Asia

Couple captures the wonders of wildlife—and wolverines!

Flashpoint: Taiwan

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Get access to Canvas and other services during maintenance Jan. 25

Swipe It Forward: Donate a meal swipe to a fellow Buff in need

Important 2025 tax forms arriving soon

The updated Gemmill Library on campus is open

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Faculty-Staff Edition Jan. 21, 2026

Elizabeth Lock — Wed, 21 Jan 2026 19:52:39 +0000

Faculty-Staff Edition Jan. 21, 2026 Elizabeth Lock Wed, 01/21/2026 - 12:52 Faculty-Staff Edition

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Register for free employee group fitness classes

WorkWell hosts various group fitness classes for staff and faculty at the Rec. Spring semester opportunities include free yoga and cardio/strength classes. All levels are welcome; registration is required.

Introducing Roaming Ralphie: A fresh way to dine on campus

Campus Dining & Hospitality is bringing convenience and quality to our Buff community with Roaming Ralphie, our new food trailer! While UMC dining options are limited due to construction, Roaming Ralphie ensures you can stay connected and well-fed with fresh, nutritious and sustainable meals that fit your lifestyle.

Take the CU ��ý�� values survey: We need your input

As a member of the campus community, share what matters most to you! Complete the values survey by Feb. 25.

Buckley Center renamed SPIKE Center for Sustainability Education

The Buckley Center for Sustainability Education has been renamed the SPIKE Center for Sustainability Education to reflect dynamism and its growing role as a hub for sustainability learning and leadership on campus and beyond. The center launched last summer with a transformative $10 million gift from alumnus Spike Buckley,

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Last call for nominations: Student Employee of the Year

Nominations open for ��ý�� Faculty Assembly's 2026 Excellence Awards

New research highlights need for clearer video evidence guidelines in Colorado courts

Modesty is not a solo sport

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1/21: An evening with "Roofman" director Derek Cianfrance

1/30–2/1: Catapult: A dance concert

4/4: Save the date: TEDxCU

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Faculty-Staff Edition Jan. 16, 2026

Elizabeth Lock — Fri, 16 Jan 2026 18:00:39 +0000

Faculty-Staff Edition Jan. 16, 2026 Elizabeth Lock Fri, 01/16/2026 - 11:00 Faculty-Staff Edition

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CU ��ý�� earns platinum status for 'bicycle-friendly university'

Big news for Buffs who love to ride: CU ��ý�� has been awarded platinum status as a Bicycle Friendly University by the League of American Bicyclists. This is the highest honor in the program and recognizes the campus as one of the best places in the country to bike.

How to conquer your to-do list in record time: 4 tips from an archivist

The CU ��ý�� Archives surveyed 1,847 collections in under a year, improving the efficiency with which archivists can make collections visible and accessible to researchers. Behind the work was a simple, disciplined strategy—get tips for applying the same approach to your own life to conquer your to-do list like an archivist.

New grant program is for arts, humanities and social sciences faculty

CU ��ý��'s Creative Futures Fellowship supports faculty in the arts, humanities and social sciences with grants up to $25,000 to turn new ideas and creative work into impact.

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The updated Gemmill Library on campus is open

Join the UROP Review Board by March 6

There's a new CU ��ý�� international shipping policy

Participants needed for a breathing exercise and walking study

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Faculty-Staff Edition Jan. 14, 2026

Elizabeth Lock — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 18:37:58 +0000

Faculty-Staff Edition Jan. 14, 2026 Elizabeth Lock Wed, 01/14/2026 - 11:37 Faculty-Staff Edition

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3 reasons to attend the Student Success Conference Feb. 18

CU ��ý�� faculty and staff are encouraged to register for the annual Student Success Conference, sponsored by the Office of Undergraduate Education and the Division of Student Life. Here are three reasons to attend.

Employees can start the retirement process with new Retirement Ready Application

A new OnBase form allows employees to quickly and smoothly begin their retirement process. The Retirement Ready Application lets CU employees who are within three months of retirement share their information with the benefits team so they can receive personalized benefits guidance.

Test of alert system set for Jan. 20: What you need to know

Campus officials will conduct a CU ��ý�� alerts test, checking the university's systems for sending text messages, emails, social media posts, computer desktop alerts and website announcements in the event of emergencies. Learn more.

Start the year with academic technology training

For your Canvas courses, learn more about building assignments, integrating CUClickers and implementing advanced tools like the Cidi Labs DesignPLUS suite—with live and on-demand trainings offered by OIT.

3 things everyone should know about stalking

Sometimes persistence can quickly turn into discomfort or fear when it's unwelcome. Here are a few things everyone should know about stalking behaviors.

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Welcome back, Buffs! Video message from Chancellor Schwartz

Gemmill Library is all new. 6 reasons it's your spring study hub

CU ��ý�� breaks ground on chilled water line project to support campus sustainability

19 things to do: Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. and more

Scholar considers limits on God and freedom for humans

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1/20: Faculty Tuesdays: David Korevaar performs Beethoven, Chaminade

1/22: Introduction to Low-Light Photography

1/23: Ruckus and Keir GoGwilt: The Scottish Corelli

1/31: Saturday physics lecture: "Quantum Mineralogy"

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Faculty-Staff Edition Jan. 12, 2026

Elizabeth Lock — Mon, 12 Jan 2026 19:39:25 +0000

Faculty-Staff Edition Jan. 12, 2026 Elizabeth Lock Mon, 01/12/2026 - 12:39 Faculty-Staff Edition

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CU ��ý�� receives prestigious community engagement honor

CU ��ý�� has earned the 2026 Carnegie Elective Classification for Community Engagement, a distinction reflecting the university's commitment to working with communities across the state and beyond.

Reisher Scholars Program launches at CU ��ý�� with $4.2M in scholarships

CU ��ý�� will become the 10th institution in the state to offer the prestigious Reisher Scholars Program through The Denver Foundation, funded with a $4.2 million commitment to connect transfer and continuing students to scholarships.

3 tips for nominating a student employee of the year

Nominations for the Student Employee of the Year award close Jan. 23. Supervisors are asked to write a letter as part of their nomination. Here are some tips to help you write an effective nomination letter for your student employee.

CU ��ý�� takes proactive measures during extreme wind events

As the Front Range recently faced two powerful wind events, CU ��ý�� officials coordinated action to protect the campus community and its infrastructure. Get a by-the-numbers on the impacts.

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New grant program is for arts, humanities and social sciences faculty

Submit your proposal for the Ignite Social Justice & Leadership Conference

Where to find food on campus

In case you missed it: Join in 'Imagining Tomorrow' through the MLK series beginning Jan. 15

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The Colorado Sun: Colorado professional jobs saw large decline in November, but signs of hope appear for tech workersWSB-TV

San Francisco Chronicle: Can ICE arrest you? What the law says about agents’ actions and protester rights

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Faculty-Staff Edition Jan. 8, 2026

Elizabeth Lock — Thu, 08 Jan 2026 19:12:55 +0000

Faculty-Staff Edition Jan. 8, 2026 Elizabeth Lock Thu, 01/08/2026 - 12:12 Faculty-Staff Edition

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Design a more fulfilling life for yourself this year

CU ��ý��'s Thriving 101 course will empower you to confidently make meaningful changes in your life this year and create a life aligned with who you are at your core.

Sign up for a Conference on World Affairs classroom visit

Create a unique and meaningful learning experience for your students. Get the process started to request a special speaker for your course, and bring CWA directly to your classroom this spring.

Get start-of-semester Canvas tips

Review important changes to iClicker's login for educators, new Classroom Capture features and updating Cidi Labs content, as well as Canvas-related tips, trainings and resources.

We are water: How a Colorado community is reimagining its relationship with water

A new exhibit devoted to water issues recently opened at the Alamosa Public Library and focuses on place-based education and storytelling to bring together multi-generational audiences.

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Free things to do in January

Students nurture a heart to give back

Spreading warmth: Students craft blankets for children in need

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How to connect to new Wi-Fi

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Faculty-Staff Edition Jan. 6, 2026

Elizabeth Lock — Tue, 06 Jan 2026 17:23:52 +0000

Faculty-Staff Edition Jan. 6, 2026 Elizabeth Lock Tue, 01/06/2026 - 10:23 Faculty-Staff Edition

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Start on the right foot: New-year checklist helps you make the most of your benefits

As we all focus more on home and community during the holidays, take time to review your University of Colorado benefits to make sure you're getting the most out of your financial resources, paid leave and other tools.

Colorado introduces Fernando Lovo as director of athletics

CU ��ý�� officially introduced Fernando Lovo as its new director of athletics during a Jan. 5 press conference, marking the beginning of a new era for CU Athletics.

3 things faculty, staff should know about using content and trigger warnings

When difficult topics come up in class or discussions, content warnings may feel like an obvious solution or a default strategy to prepare students. Here are a few things you should know about content warnings and how to implement more trauma-informed practices in your classroom.

Design a more fulfilling life for yourself this year

CU ��ý��'s Thriving 101 course will empower you to confidently make meaningful changes in your life this year and create a life aligned with who you are at your core.

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Accommodate portal: Faculty presentation on Jan. 13

Join Disability Services for a faculty-focused session on Accommodate, the case management portal. Learn how to access the system, view accommodation letters and get answers to common questions.

Join the inaugural Community Engagement Week Jan. 27–29

Part and parcel with CU ��ý��'s 150th anniversary is our campus's commitment to making a difference in the lives of Coloradans through campus-community partnerships. To share and celebrate, the Office for Public and Community-Engaged Scholarship will host CU ��ý��'s first-ever Community Engagement Week.

Jan. 29 event: University Libraries—where research partnerships begin

The University Libraries Collaborative Research Grant Showcase on Jan. 29 will spotlight how librarians can advance faculty research through innovative partnerships, from building searchable archives to curating hands-on design resources.

Do you have an innovation that could make a difference?

Whether you're a researcher, entrepreneur, inventor or problem solver, the Starting Blocks Customer Discovery Workshop can help you transform your concept into a successful venture. Apply for an upcoming session Jan. 22, Jan. 29 or Feb. 5.

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UMC dining options during construction

Hiring student employees? Sign up for this Jan. 15 fair

Engineers develop real-time membrane imaging for sustainable water filtration

CU ��ý�� pre-seed investment fuels cancer 'moonshot' spinout Illumen Therapeutics

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1/13: Faculty SPACE East Campus Lunch

1/13: Faculty Tuesdays: You're Playing WHAT?! With WHOM?! An Evening of Unusual Ensembles

1/14: Getting Things Done

1/15: Sound Bath Meditation

1/15: Mobile Food Pantry

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Faculty-Staff Edition Dec. 23, 2025

Elizabeth Lock — Tue, 23 Dec 2025 18:43:55 +0000

Faculty-Staff Edition Dec. 23, 2025 Elizabeth Lock Tue, 12/23/2025 - 11:43 Faculty-Staff Edition

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Chancellor advocates for building funding before state Capital Development Committee

CU ��ý�� Chancellor Justin Schwartz and other representatives from the four CU campuses recently presented capital requests for the 2026–27 fiscal year to the Colorado General Assembly's Capital Development Committee.

From stages to stars: Generosity connects community to culture at CU ��ý��

CU ��ý��'s cultural programs, like CU Presents, the Art Museum and Fiske Planetarium, connect campus and community through art, science and wonder. See how philanthropy powers these experiences and why your support matters.

The musical talents of College of Music staff members

It's well known that the College of Music is home to incredibly talented faculty teaching passionate, gifted students. Less well known is just how many staff members have musical magic up their sleeves, too. Meet a few of them.

Evan Thomas wins International Water Association career award

Evan Thomas, a professor and director of the Mortenson Center in Global Engineering & Resilience, has been awarded a career honor from the International Water Association for work that has reshaped how safe drinking water is delivered in some of the world's most vulnerable regions.

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Announcing the Masters of the Environment's 10th capstone partner cohort

There's a new CU ��ý�� international shipping policy

Donate your course texts and clickers to the University Libraries

Buff Bus winter break service adjustments

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Faculty-Staff Edition Dec. 18, 2025

Elizabeth Lock — Thu, 18 Dec 2025 19:53:48 +0000

Faculty-Staff Edition Dec. 18, 2025 Elizabeth Lock Thu, 12/18/2025 - 12:53 Faculty-Staff Edition

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Prioritizing resource and infrastructure alignment: A look back and ahead with Todd Haggerty

Todd Haggerty, senior vice chancellor for business, finance and infrastructure, discusses accomplishments from the fall and projects to watch for related to CU ��ý��'s institutional priority of aligning resources and infrastructure to its mission.

CU ��ý�� philosopher building a bridge to Africa

Associate Professor Ajume Wingo was recently appointed as a research associate at the Center for Philosophy in Africa at Nelson Mandela University, a recognition of his decades of scholarship.

Physicist Jun Ye named to Quantum 100 list

Jun Ye has developed quantum devices that measure time with the best accuracy and precision in the world.

Ventures putting people first at CU ��ý��

CU ��ý�� actively incubates and supports nonprofit and for-profit ventures with broad societal impact, from far-reaching educational and wellness tools to vaccine accessibility and water security.

IT support during winter break

OIT will be closed during the campuswide winter break Dec. 24–Jan. 2, but staff will be on call in the case of a major IT incident during this time. Visit the OIT website for more details about the schedule and self-service resources.

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There's a new CU ��ý�� international shipping policy

Call for applications: SPIKE Faculty Affiliates

Donate your course texts and clickers to the University Libraries

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Faculty-Staff Edition Dec. 16, 2025

Elizabeth Lock — Tue, 16 Dec 2025 19:51:15 +0000

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Prioritizing faculty success: A look back and ahead with Provost Ann Stevens

Provost Ann Stevens talks about milestones in the institutional priority of fostering faculty success over the past semester.

Become a host family at the International English Center

Act locally and engage globally by opening your home to an international student as part of the International English Center's homestay program.

Projects from AI and quantum to water and wildlife receive more than $870K in seed grants

New Research & Innovation Seed Grants, awarded by CU ��ý��'s Research & Innovation Office and the Office of the Provost, will fund 16 new projects for up to $60,000 each.

Symposium brings leaders together to shape STEM action

Hundreds of educators, students, scientists, policymakers, industry partners and community leaders recently gathered for STEM Together 2025: The STEM Education Action Symposium. The event was designed to advance collective action in STEM education and workforce development within Colorado's strong, innovative ecosystem.

Switch to new Wi-Fi happening Dec. 17–19

The switch to CU Secure and CU Guest Wi-Fi will be completed in the remaining campus buildings Dec. 17–19, and most buildings will experience a 30-minute to one-hour interruption of Wi-Fi services.

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Gemmill Library collections return to their permanent home

Check out the Forever Buffs holiday gift guide

Sanctuary brims with happy tales (and tails)

A new beat: Transformed CU ��ý�� percussion studio prepares musicians for every stage

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