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Fountain of youth for heart health may lie in the gut

March 19, 2019

Age-related changes in our gut bacteria play a key role in making arteries stiff, degrading blood vessels and boosting risk of heart attack and stroke as we get older, according to a new, first-of-its kind study.

Opening procession of the 2019 Conference on World Affairs.

Award-winning designer, CEO of Ms. Foundation for Women join CWA lineup

March 19, 2019

Leyla Acaroglu will give the opening keynote address at the 71st Conference on World Affairs. Joining her will be a diverse group of accomplished individuals presenting major addresses throughout the event.

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CNN reporters听to discuss their book听鈥楢 Deal with the Devil鈥

March 19, 2019

Join award-winning investigative reporters Blake Ellis and Melanie Hicken on March 21 for a talk on their new book, an expos茅 of one of the longest-running cons in history.

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Thinking of quitting? How to nix the nicotine

March 19, 2019

Choosing to quit using tobacco is beneficial to your physical and mental health. It takes time and energy, so being prepared and learning what works and what doesn鈥檛 can help ensure your success.

Asteroid Bennu

OSIRIS-REx spies on the weird, wild gravity of an asteroid

March 19, 2019

A new study explores the 鈥淎lice in Wonderland鈥-like physics that govern gravity near the surface of the asteroid Bennu.

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Tonight: Men鈥檚 basketball team to host Dayton in NIT opener

March 19, 2019

Receiving a No. 4 seed in the National Invitation Tournament, the Buffs will open the tournament at 9 p.m. on March 19 at the CU Events Center with a game against the Dayton Flyers. Come out and support the team!

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Music composition contest open through April 8

March 18, 2019

The University Libraries are developing a podcast and need theme music. They are offering $100 for the original composition and recording that is selected. Get details.

Students release biodegradable balloons into the air as part of a class project

3MT winner takes top prize at regional grand slam competition

March 18, 2019

Doctoral student Hannah Glick won the Western Association of Graduate Schools鈥 Grand Slam three-minute competition. Watch her presentation, 鈥淵our Brain on Hearing Aids.鈥

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Search committee for Graduate School dean formed

March 18, 2019

Senior Vice Provost Ann Schmiesing has announced the composition of the search committee for a new dean of the Graduate School/vice provost for graduate affairs.

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10 Things to Do This Week: Hijab Fashion Show and more

March 18, 2019

This week brings a free Zumba class in celebration of Women鈥檚 鈥淗erstory鈥 Month, a talk on the importance of storytelling in suicide prevention, Pizza & Perspectives: India, the Mobile Food Pantry and more.

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