Get involved in Graduate Student Appreciation Week March 31 – April 4
Join faculty, staff and students in celebrating national Graduate Student Appreciation Week, which recognizes graduate students’ many contributions to the university’s community and academic excellence. Graduate Student Appreciation Week offers a variety of free events, workshops and services to CU Boulder graduate students.
New this year, the Graduate School will also be raffling off prizes at the end of the week. More information about that, including how to enter, is available on the Graduate Student Appreciation Week web page.
Keep an eye on this page for more events, including unit-specific events, as they get finalized.
From the Dean of the Graduate School
If there’s one thing that makes the Graduate School at CU Boulder truly exceptional, it’s our students. To celebrate that fact, now through April 4, the Graduate School is hosting Graduate Student Appreciation Week, and we want to invite you to join in on the fun.
March 31
Free Coffee
All Day Laughing Goat in Norlin Library
Mention you're a graduate student to redeem your free drip coffee of any size at the Laughing Goat at Norlin Library.
11:00am – 3:00pm Center for Community S440
Get Career Fair ready by stopping by the Career Services office for a resume review, expert tips on talking to employers, free resume printing, and a professional headshot. Book an appointment for personalized support or drop in anytime to print your resume and take a photo.
3 – 5 p.m. Wardenburg Sidewalk
Join Health Promotion for a wellness drop-in event designed to help you unwind and recharge! Stop by to learn about the wellness resources available on campus, chat about your personal wellness goals, and connect with others. Enjoy relaxing activities like acupressure and massage, and leave feeling refreshed and ready to take on the day.
6 – 8 p.m. University Memorial Center, The Connections
Join the Graduate School and the Graduate and Professional Student Government for a free night of bowling (including rental shoes), billiards, ping pong and video games. Don’t miss this chance to connect, unwind and have fun.
April 1
9 – 10 a.m. ISSS Front Office (C4C, Suite S355)
In celebration of Graduate Student Appreciation Week, join ISSS for a free cup of coffee (while supplies last). Stop by to grab a cup of coffee and get to know your ISSS advisors. We want to hear from YOU and show our appreciation for our International Graduate Students.
10 – 11 a.m. CASE, CTL E390
Join Theresa Hernández to learn about self-acupressure using ITEAplus (Individualized Training and Education in Acupressure). ITEAplus can be an effective tool that anyone can utilize to decrease stress, increase relaxation, and improve memory and attention. Dr. Hernández will teach participants practices that can be used daily to enhance physical and emotional wellbeing.
Take-home instruction cards will be provided courtesy of the CALM Center.
11 a.m. – 4 p.m. University Memorial Center, Glenn Miller Ballroom
Don't miss out on this free career fair, open to all students and alumni from any major. A list of attending employers and their open positions is available on Handshake.
Bring your Buff OneCard to attend and explore exciting job opportunities.
Grads & Cake
2 – 4 p.m. Center for Community N320
Come check out the Center for Inclusion & Social Change (CISC), enjoy a slice of cake, and learn all about our events and resources.
April 2
8:30 – 10:30 a.m. University Memorial Center 235
Refuel midweek at our Graduate Appreciation Breakfast. Join Dean Adler and the Graduate School staff for coffee and a selection of breakfast treats as we celebrate you during Graduate Student Appreciation Week. Available while supplies last.
10 – 11 a.m. Zoom
Join this Center for the Integration of Research, Teaching and Learning (CIRTL) event to hear from panelists from various disciplines to discuss their career paths from graduate degree to professional. Panelists will address how they used their degrees and training to prepare them for their current positions and any advice they can give to current graduate students. Plenty of time will be given for questions.
Please note that online events do not count toward the raffle.
2 – 4 p.m. CASE E351
Join Health Promotion for a drop-in event where you can create your own custom aromatherapy blend. Whether you're looking for a calming scent or an energizing aroma, you'll have the chance to craft a personalized blend to take home. Feel free to stop by for just five minutes or take your time—it's entirely up to you. Enjoy relaxing chair massage and enter the raffle to win a free massage or acupuncture visit.
April 3
Free Drip Coffee
7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. SEEC Cafe (east campus)
Present a voucher (which was distributed to your graduate program assistant on April 2) to redeem your free 20oz drip coffee at SEEC café on east campus.
10 – 11 a.m. CASE E351
Associate Vice Chancellor for Business Strategy Derek Silva will lead participants in a mindfulness meditation hosted by the CALM center. Whether you are an experienced meditator or have heard about the growing body of research demonstrating the benefits of meditation and want to try it for yourself, this session can support you in cultivating a deeper sense of presence, engagement and self-connection. Participants often share that this meditation practice gives them a sense of calm and resiliency in the face of the challenges of modern life.
1:30 – 4:30 p.m. CASE W344 & SEEC S225
Ready to focus and make progress on your writing? Join our weekly write-in sessions for dedicated time to work on your academic writing. These sessions help you build a consistent writing habit, stay accountable alongside fellow graduate students, and track your progress.
April 4
10 – 11 a.m. Zoom
Join Career Services for expert guidance on your job search. Whether you're exploring academic or non-academic paths, they’re here to answer your questions on resumes, CVs, cover letters, networking, interviewing and job search strategies.
Please note that online events do not count toward the raffle.
Throughout the Week
Graduate Student Resident Appreciation Gifts
All Day Graduate & Family Housing Office; Marine Court A-10
Graduate and Family Housing will have Grab and Go Goodie Bags at their main front desk throughout the week for residents. There will be a mix of treat bags and destress bags.
Free Rec Center Access
All Day Recreation Center
In celebration of Graduate Student Appreciation Week, the Rec Center is offering free access to all graduate students. Enjoy a free fitness class, free skate rentals during Rec Skate, and free bouldering at the climbing gym.
A Buff OneCard is required for entry.
Unit Specific Events
Please find your unit below to see if it's participating. Please note that these events are just for the graduate students in those units and not open to all graduate students, and do not qualify for the raffle.
Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences
Thursday, April 3
Graduate Student Lunch
12:30 - 1:30pm Sievers conference room
Chemistry
Friday, April 4
Morning Mingle continental breakfast
Beginning at 8 a.m. CHEM 100
Computer Science
Tuesday, April 1
Student-only Town Hall Session
10 - 11 a.m. DLC 1 B70
Meet with only other CS Grad students to discuss student engagement and climate.
Annual Award Ceremony
3 - 4 p.m. DLC 1 B70
If you won any awards in AY 2024-2025 you will be recognized here. If you did not win any, please come to cheer for your friends!
Faculty Panel: Annual Student Town Hall
4 - 6 p.m. DLC 1 B70
Meet with various representatives of the departmental committees and faculty to share your thoughts to improve the graduate program.
Graduate Student Appreciation Dinner and Trivia Night
6 p.m. and onwards DLC 1 B70
Computer Science is catering dinner in DLC to celebrate our students and playing trivia.
Thursday, April 3
Wellness Session
5 p.m. and onwards DLC 1 B70
Breadth of live, breath out stress/anxiety, breath in calmness.
Friday, April 4
Student leaders and reps appreciation night plus recruitment event
6 - 8 p.m. DLC 1 B70
Education, School of
Tuesday, April 1
Afternoon Dessert Break
4 – 4:50 pm MBE 260
Wednesday, April 2
Taco Bar
11:30 am – 1 pm MBE 3rd floor kitchen
Engineering and Applied Sciences, College of
Wednesday, April 2
Coffee Cart for Grad Student Advisory Board (Engineering)
9 – 11 a.m. SEEC Patio & Engineering Center South Lobby
Geography
Tuesday, April 1
Bowling and Pizza
1 - 3 p.m. UMC, The Connections
Pride Office
Thursday, April 3
Queer Formal
7 - 10 p.m. J.D. Abrams Lounge, C4C