Community Edition - Dec. 19, 2021
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Explore the season of light at Fiske Planetarium with shows Dec. 16–21
Season of Light explores the reasons humans are so fascinated with lighting up the holiday season. It’s an exploration of the astronomical meanings behind seasonal traditions.
Explore climate change, ice at the CU Museum over winter break
The CU Museum of Natural History will be open for in-person visits over winter break. Visit three new exhibits, on display now, exploring climate change and ice.
Forever Buffs Boulder chapter to present ‘Mission Mt. Mangart’ screening Jan. 12
Tickets are on sale for the Boulder premiere of this award-winning historical documentary by CU alumnus Chris Anthony. The screening, with a Q&A session, will be held at the Boulder Theater.
Postponed: 'Reacting to the Past' regional conference
Curious about using games and simulations in your classes? Interested in engaging with colleagues from across the West? The ASSETT Innovation Incubator Student Success team is postponing this conference (originally scheduled for early February), so stay tuned for new dates!
Research in Your Backyard
Research stories from 2021 that will keep on giving in the new year
Look back on the year in research at CU Boulder: from custom lullabies to "cute" spacecraft, melting snow in the West and more.
To tree, or not to tree? How Jewish-Christian families navigate the ‘December dilemma’
Figuring out whether to celebrate holidays, and how, is tricky for lots of interfaith families—but thoughtful communication makes a difference. Assistant Professor Samira Mehta shares on The Conversation.
In Focus
Climate change is a much bigger problem than individuals can solve alone, but CU experts say we each can make a difference. If you want to make some climate-focused changes to improve the present and future of the planet, consider these resolutions in the new year.