White piggy bank in a desert

Growing up in a banking desert can hurt your credit for the rest of your life

March 9, 2020

New research highlights the importance of learning from interactions with local banks and developing a credit history at a young age. Associate Professor of Finance Tony Cookson shares on The Conversation.

Tubeho Neza community distributions of household water filters and cookstoves in western Rwanda in 2014

Lessons from Rwanda on tackling unsafe drinking water and household air pollution

March 9, 2020

Unsafe drinking water and household air pollution are major causes of illness and death in Rawanda. Associate Professor Evan Thomas and co-authors discuss a research program to address these environmental health challenges on The Conversation.

Archaeologists investigate an ancient habitation site in western Mongolia

Humans domesticated horses—new tech could help archaeologists figure out where and when

March 9, 2020

Where, when and how did humans first domesticate horses? How can you distinguish a domestic animal from its wild cousin? Assistant Professor and Curator of Archaeology William Taylor shares new research on The Conversation.

illustration of an eye spying

Even after blocking an ex on Facebook, the platform promotes painful reminders

March 9, 2020

Algorithmic cruelty: Unable to fully grasp the nuances of human relationships and behavior, social media algorithms can end up backfiring. Anthony Pinter, doctoral student in information science, shares on The Conversation.

Light show at Fiske Planetarium

10 things to do this week: St. Patrick’s Day fun and more

March 9, 2020

This week brings Pokémon trivia, a cake decorating contest with a pastry chef, free movies, St. Patty’s Day succulents, video game tournaments, a free Liquid Sky show at Fiske and more.

Aerial view of CU Â鶹ӰԺ Campus.

Planning to travel for spring break? New COVID-19 info

March 8, 2020

While the university does not set requirements for personal travel, we strongly urge you to forgo travel to areas with active community transmission or high-risk countries as designated by the CDC.

People riding bikes on campus

Traveling over spring break? How to stay healthy

March 8, 2020

Spring break is just around the corner, and with recent events regarding the spread of COVID-19 (also known as coronavirus), you may be wondering if you should proceed with your travel plans. Get tips to help you stay healthy, whether you are traveling or staying put.

Aerial shot of CU Â鶹ӰԺ campus

Chancellor extends permit for Los Seis de Â鶹ӰԺ sculpture

March 6, 2020

Chancellor Phil DiStefano is extending the Campus Use of University Facilities permit for the Los Seis de Â鶹ӰԺ sculpture, per the recommendation of faculty who will be part of the Art in Public Space Committee.

CU President Mark Kennedy, right, speaks to Â鶹ӰԺ Faculty Assembly

Â鶹ӰԺ Faculty Assembly receives updates from President Kennedy, Provost Moore

March 6, 2020

CU President Mark Kennedy and his executive staff recently gave BFA an update on the systemwide strategic planning process, and Provost Russell Moore shared more details about the reorganization of the College of Arts and Sciences.

Nick Conklin (kneeling) of 3D Printing Colorado captures a scan of a Triceratops skull.

3D scan sheds new light on Â鶹ӰԺ’s own Triceratops

March 5, 2020

For more than 40 years, the Triceratops skull in the CU Museum of Natural History has wowed visitors of all ages. Now, that fossil is ready for its close-up.

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