Published: March 4, 2024

This week brings music of “dreams, nightmares and longing,” a career fair, Ralphie’s Cooking Basics, time to de-stress before midterms, gaming in celebration of women and more. 

Campus community members mingling at the grand opening of the new UMC Gaming LoungeMonday, March 4 

Ballot Processing Facility open house, tours

1 p.m.  1750 33rd St. (off Arapahoe)
Questions about ballot security and election processes? Learn about ballot processing firsthand by attending a Boulder County Elections Division in-person tour. Tours take approximately 30 minutes. 

I Love Mondays: Hummus and veggies

2 p.m.  UMC North Dining Room 
Stop by the UMC for a healthy snack of hummus and veggies. 

Visiting Artist Lecture: Natalie Ball

4–5 p.m.  Visual Arts Complex, Auditorium (1B20)
Natalie Ball is a multidisciplinary installation artist who often aims to create a dialogue around her pieces.  

Spring Leadership Summit

4–6 p.m.  Kittredge Central, Multipurpose Room
Listen to Student Leaders of the Year as they share their perspectives on leadership. A short reception will follow the speakers. 

Arabic Culture Night: Dabke Dance

6:30 p.m.  Eaton Humanities, Room 250
The Department of Asian Languages and Civilizations is hosting Arabic Culture Night with dabke dance. Attendees will learn about the history of dabke, learn some basic steps and try out Egyptian cuisine. 

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Tuesday, March 5 

Overdose Prevention and Response Trivia

11 a.m.–1 p.m.  Rec Center lobby 
Test your knowledge of overdose prevention and response during a trivia session brought to you by Health and Wellness Service and Student Affairs. 

Faculty Tuesdays: Dreams, nightmares, longing

7:30 p.m.  Imig Music
Enjoy performances from College of Music faculty members on Tuesdays throughout March. This week, baritone Andrew Garland, mezzo soprano Abigail Nims and pianist David Korevaar are performing songs with themes of dreams, nightmares and longing. 


Wednesday, March 6 

All Industries Virtual Career & Internship Fair

11 a.m.–4 p.m. Virtual 
Grow your network during this virtual career and internship fair. All CU students and alumni are welcome to attend. 

Advanced Map & Compass Navigation

5:30–7 p.m.  The Rec, OP Classroom $6
Sharpen your navigation skills and prevent getting lost in the woods. Attendees will learn how to shoot a bearing, triangulate and more. 

DSCC Yoga: Celebrating Womxn’s Herstory Month

6–7 p.m.  Rec Center, Studio 2 
Attend a relaxing and rejuvenating yoga session in celebration of Womxn's Herstory Month. 


Thursday, March 7 

Transfer Student Study Break

1–2:30 p.m.  UMC 247
Enjoy a snack while connecting with other transfer Buffs.

Ralphie’s Cooking Basics

5:15–6:30 p.m.  Village Center, Demo Kitchen 
The Basic Needs Center is hosting Ralphie’s Cooking Basics with all materials provided. Registration required.

Intro to CrossFit clinic for women, nonbinary

7 p.m.  Rec Center, Base Training Area, Level 1 
Those who identify as women and nonbinary individuals are invited to join an intro to CrossFit clinic. Expect to do weight training, cardio, high intensity exercises and more. 

Kayak Roll Session

8–10 p.m.  Rec Center, Comp Pool $15–$20
Learn how to properly roll a kayak during this two-hour session. Participants must have basic swimming skills and be able to hold their breath underwater for at least 10 seconds. 

 Campus map

Bookmark the campus map to find where you need to go, or save a link to the map on your smartphone home screen and use it like an app.


Friday, March 8 

Commuting Buffs Midterms De-Stress Fest

 ​3:45–5:45 p.m.  The Connection
De-stress with fun activities including bowling, pingpong, billiards and more. Pizza and goodie bags will be available. 

Inclusive Excellence in Gaming: Women in Gaming

5–10 p.m.  UMC Gaming Lounge 
Visit the UMC to check out video games made by or centering around women characters. 

BIPOC Yoga

4–5 p.m.  Rec Center, Mind Body Studio
Indigenous, Black and all students of color are invited to a relaxing yoga session at the Rec. Rejuvenate your body with a restorative yoga flow. 

FriYay: Spa night with DIY tote bags

8–10 p.m.  Village Center Wellness
Take a break and enjoy some time with a masseuse, manicurist, eyebrow threader and more. You’ll even get the chance to make your own tote bags! 


Saturday, March 9 

RMNP Snowshoe Day Trip

8 a.m.–5 p.m.  Rocky Mountain National Park $85
Explore Rocky Mountain National Park on snowshoes! The pre-trip meeting is 6–7 p.m. Wednesday, March 6.