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Teens prone to drug experimentation won’t necessarily become addicted

March 16, 2017

A new study of hundreds of twins suggests that teens with poor executive function are more likely to take risks, including experimenting with drugs and alcohol, but are not more prone to addiction.

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Campus Q&A: AVC Ewing on changing how the campus utilizes space

March 16, 2017

CU Â鶹ӰԺ Today spoke with Chris Ewing, assistant vice chancellor for the department of Planning Design & Construction, to learn more about the ongoing Space Utilization and Optimization Initiative to best support students and the university’s mission.

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Campus Mac users: Make sure you have the right antivirus

March 16, 2017

After Friday, March 17, all university-owned Macs will stop receiving updates from Sophos and will no longer be protected from malware. Please make sure you have the correct antivirus software installed today.

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NSF advisor to give perspective on 'broader impacts' of proposed research

March 16, 2017

On March 23, join the Understanding Broader Impacts Workshop to learn about resources for collaboration and implementation and developing broader impacts components that will complement and enhance your research program.

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Humans vs. Zombies is back on campus starting Monday

March 16, 2017

After a five-year absence, CU's Humans vs. Zombies club is once again launching a campus-wide game that features "human" players avoiding being tagged "zombie" players.

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Lawyers, artists to speak on seminal verdict of 'Blurred Lines' case

March 16, 2017

On March 23, Silicon Flatirons will host a conference to bring together some of the nation’s brightest artists, lawyers, policymakers and academics to discuss the rapidly changing analysis of copyright infringement in music.

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BLOrk: Fusing technology with live musicians

March 15, 2017

Catch the the Â鶹ӰԺ Laptop Orchestra (BLOrk) in concert March 18. Boldly going where no laptop orchestra has gone before, BLOrk integrates technology with performers in an ensemble setting, providing live interaction between the two.

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Healthy Buffs: Peak performance

March 15, 2017

Whether it's a sport, an instrument, lifting weights or going on a hike, being in tune with our bodies can help us perform better. Physical therapist Annie Sirotniak offers tips to make sure we're performing at our best and preventing injuries along the way.

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Journalists to discuss science communication in the era of 'fake news'

March 15, 2017

On March 17, BioFrontiers and CU Science Buffs will present "Telling Your Story: Science Communication in the Era of 'Fake News'" featuring veteran science journalists and science communication program directors Erika Check Hayden and Thomas Hayden.

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Healthy Kids Day teaches importance of healthy, active lifestyle

March 15, 2017

On March 19, CU Athletics is hosting Healthy Kids Day before the CU women's lacrosse game against Oregon. The event will feature student-athletes from several sports and educate children on the importance of a healthy, active lifestyle.

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