Buff Family News

It’s hard to believe that midterms are already right around the corner. If your student hasn’t already expressed to you how they are feeling about midterms, be sure to ask! Let them know you are there to support them. We’ve compiled a list of helpful tips and resources for your...

It can be challenging for students to manage their mental and physical health in college. That’s why CU Boulder offers a number of health and wellness services to all-fee paying students. Here are just a few of our free programs that can help students improve their wellbeing here on campus:...

Is your student interested in studying abroad? While classes, living and traveling abroad may sound expensive, it doesn’t have to be. It’s possible for your student to have an adventure abroad and save money. Here are a few ways to help make it happen. Browse affordable programs Education Abroad has...

Having your student back home can sometimes be as stressful as it is enjoyable. Even when we have the best intentions, and are thrilled to see each other, we can find ourselves in tough conversations. Preparing for these interactions, whatever they may be, can help make us all feel more...

We asked Buff families to share their words of encouragement for their student during finals. Read their responses below! “Get some sleep, stay focused. You GOT this!!!” “I sent a sweet note with a gift card to Insomnia Cookies to brighten her spirits!” “I remind my student to take breaks...

After enough late nights and early mornings, feeling sleepy can seem like another part of the college experience for your student. But sleep is vital to overall health—research shows that getting 7-9 hours of restful sleep every night makes a world of difference for cognitive functioning, mood, metabolism, memory, immune...

Whether your student is considering a summer internship, full-time job or further education, fall break can be a great time to check in with them about their future plans. Here are a few tips for talking with your student about their future. Listen and check in Many students feel anxiety...

We asked Buff families to share a club or student organization their student has joined that they would recommend to a fellow Buff looking to get involved. Read their responses below! “Colorado Ocean Coalition.” Their mission is to develop a two-way relationship with the oceans and water. Those who live...

Germs spread fast, especially on college campuses. With the arrival of cold and flu season, there are steps your student can take to stay healthy. Some of these tips may seem like common sense, but they are good reminders for all of us! Getting vaccinated From the flu to meningitis,...

Did you know? Many companies travel to CU Boulder and reserve space on campus to conduct interviews with interested and qualified student candidates. This process is all managed through Handshake, CU’s online platform for students to find internships and jobs. After students apply through Handshake, employers review resumes and inform...