Pointed tool made from elephant bones seen from both sides

Ancient humans turned elephant remains into a surprising array of bone tools

Aug. 30, 2021

Humans living about 400,000 years ago produced an unprecedented diversity of elephant bone tools, including pointed tools for carving meat and wedge-shaped tools for cracking open large femurs and other long bones.

An aerial image of Norlin Quad

2 professors tapped to give Distinguished Research Lectures

Aug. 30, 2021

Rebecca Maloy of the School of Music and Roy Parker of Biochemistry and the BioFrontiers Institute have been selected to receive 2021-22 Distinguished Research Lectureships.

An illustration of leadership with a person leading a team

Join the Coloradan Conversation Sept. 8 to discuss leadership

Aug. 30, 2021

The next virtual Coloradan Conversation event will feature a panel discussion about the evolving nature of leadership. Join CU alumni, students, community members and experts to discuss what you read and find ways to move forward into action.

People talk during a past RIO workshop

Sept. 2 event to kick off Principal Investigator Academy

Aug. 30, 2021

Through a series a workshops and webinars, tenure-track faculty engage with core research topics, connect with peers from departments across campus, interact with campus leadership and develop individualized research plans.

Students meet with CUPD officers during the semester's first Coffee with a Cop event. (Photo by Patrick Campbell/University of Colorado)

The Week in Photos: Coffee with a Cop

Aug. 30, 2021

Campus community members recently got a chance to chat with University of Colorado Police Department officers. The Coffee with a Cop event allows students, faculty and staff, as well as CUPD officers and staff to meet each other.

Pizza in an oven

Your dining hacks for breakfast, lunch and dinner

Aug. 29, 2021

There are many options for dining on campus for breakfast, lunch and dinner, but if you are getting tired of your choices, try these hacks to mix up your meals.

Graduate student Teyha Stockman, right, shows off her homemade bell cover made from medical mask material that helps decrease aerosol spread on her clarinet

Simple safety measures reduce musical COVID-19 transmission

Aug. 27, 2021

While playing musical instruments can emit potentially COVID-19-laden airborne particles, researchers have found that simple safety measures, such as masking instruments, social distancing and implementing time limits, significantly reduce this risk.

Melissa Stockwell at Rio Paralympics

To watch this weekend: Melissa Stockwell at the Paralympics

Aug. 27, 2021

Forever Buff Melissa Stockwell is representing Team USA at the Paralympic Games in Tokyo. Not her first time on the world stage, Stockwell is competing in triathlon. She also gave a repeat performance as a flag bearer at the opening ceremonies.

Performers at Dirks Patio Pop-up event

Enjoy live music and featured food at Dirks Patio Pop-up events through Sept. 9

Aug. 27, 2021

Students, faculty and staff are invited to stop by Dirks Patio outside the C4C and enjoy live music and a variety of foods like chicken pesto sandwiches or orange tofu. Dirks Patio Pop-up menus will change daily and include a vegetarian option. A Meal plan or campus cash is required.

People taking part in a pre-game tailgate during Family Weekend with Ralphie in the background

Join Ralphie's Corral for 2021 football season opener

Aug. 27, 2021

Before kickoff at Folsom Field, Buffs fans gather at Duane Field for Ralphie’s Corral, the official CU tailgate. Join us for the first tailgate of the season on Friday, Sept. 3, ahead of the Buffs game against Northern Colorado.

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