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Support CUSG and Panhellenic Council’s dance marathon Jan. 28

The CUSG and Panhellenic Council would like your support, as part of the Forever Buffs family, in sponsoring CU’s philanthropy this year, Dance Marathon. Throughout the year, we have been raising money for the kids of Children’s Hospital in Denver.

On Jan. 28, the champion children of the Children’s Hospital will join students at Dance Marathon to celebrate their lives and the money we have raised. Please take out your phones and text MIRACLE to 27722 to support your Student Body philanthropy. Learn more at www.cudancemarathon.org.

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Buffs take second At DU Invite as Oedegaard sweeps

 TABERNASH, Colo. — Sophomore newcomer Rune Oedegaard won his second race in as many days as the University of Colorado Ski Team had a solid final day here at Devil’s Thumb Ranch in the final day of the 2012 University of Denver Invitational, but it was not enough to overcome Utah’s lead as the Utes took their second meet of
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Exhibit brings art, science, lichens and footprints of the sky

    Exhibit by internationally recognized artist brings together art, science, lichens and “footprints of the sky” Jan. 17-Aug. 8, 2012   Boulder, CO.– Art, science, lichens, smog, a 16’ video wall, emissions testing, paintings, photographs, puzzles, sculpture, stickers, statistics, and metaphors come together in a timely and thought-provoking exhibit “the invisible connectedness of things,” January 17 – August 8,
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Congrats to 2011 December grads!

Whether you live in Shanghai or San Francisco, there are many ways to engage with CU-Boulder and our 270,000-strong Forever Buffs family. Get involved in the following ways:
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Buffs capture first ever Pac-12 conference titles

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The University of Colorado cross country teams won the first ever Pac-12 Conference titles in any sport on Saturday morning, sweeping the men’s and women’s races at the Wigwam Golf Course.
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First big snowfall of the semester

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On Wednesday, Boulder received more than 10 inches of snow that turned the city into a winter wonderland. However, the heavy snow wreaked havoc on trees that still have all of their leaves.
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Phi Psis of CU-Boulder celebrate 50th anniversary

Bill Wolfe (Mus’63) and his wife Judy Wolfe submitted this photo taken earlier this fall of CU-Boulder alums and their significant others. This group has been meeting yearly for the past 20 years, Phi Psis and sweethearts, in various parts of our country.
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See film screening of “Mother: Caring for 7 billion” Oct. 29

“Mother: Caring for 7 Billion,” on Oct. 29 at 6:30 p.m. in Humanities B150, explores the widespread implications of theglobal population reaching seven  billion in 2011- nearly doubling since 1960. The film features world-renown experts andscientists, follows a mother’s journey through Africa and offers solutionsthrough education rather than blame. In conjunction with Colorado Bioneers, thefilm is free and open to
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Attend the Colorado bioneers forum Oct. 28-30

Bioneers is a three-day forum that brings leadingscientific innovators and environmental visionaries to Boulder, offeringpractical solutions to the most pressing environmental and social issues of ourtime. The local colloquium for this national phenomenon connects the dotsbetween environment, health, social justice and spirit in a unique andauthentic way. The event features national Bioneers plenary broadcasts and islocally enriched with workshops, field
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Attend the 23rd Athearn lecture

The Department of History, University of Colorado Boulderpresents the 23rd Athearn Lecture: “The True Story of Ah Jake: Languageand Justice in Nineteenth-Century California,” a lecture by Dr. Mae M. Ngai, Lung Family Professor ofAsian American Studies and Professor of History at Columbia University. The lecture is Thursday, Nov. 3, 7 p.m. in Benson Earth Sciences Building, Room 180 onthe University
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Get discounts at CU Book Store clearance sale

The CU Book Store will be having a clearance sale Oct.24-27. The sale will be located in the lower level of the store. Stop by andsnatch up a great bargain! Additional information: http://www.cubookstore.com Also, buy books at unbelievable prices! $1 paperbacks and $2 hardbacksOctober 27-29, lower level, CU Book Store. Stop by and snatch up a great deal!(Selected items on
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ASU game not televised but catch it with an app

On Saturday,  the Buffs play the Arizona State Sun Devils, but the game is nottelevised for most markets. If you have Sirius/XM or the Iheartradio app for your smart phone,you should be able to find the game. The Iheartradio app carries KOA. Also, Fox Sports Arizona and Root Sports Rocky Mountain will air the game at 3:30 pmPT/4:30 pm MT.  The
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CU-Cal game ushers in Pac-12 era of safety, hospitality

The University of Colorado Buffaloes vs. Cal-Berkeley Bears football game at Folsom Field on Sept. 10 is technically a nonconference game, but most in the campus community recognize that it’s the beginning of a new era.

“The Pac-12 century has begun,” said CU-Boulder Chancellor Philip P. DiStefano.
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Stanford’s new coach fulfills two dreams

With No. 7 Stanford awash in optimism, holding its highest preseason ranking since 1950 and the Heisman Trophy favorite Andrew Luck, David Shaw has been elevated from assistant coach to one of the most intriguing positions in college football. Can the mild-mannered Shaw keep Stanford on the path forged by his ornery predecessor, Jim Harbaugh, who left for the N.F.L.?
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Go to the Fiske Planetarium

  FISKE PLANETARIUM EVENTS Week of Aug. 29-Sept. 4 Evening Starshows: $7 Adults, $3.50 Children/Seniors Students/faculty with ID free on Thursday and $5 on Friday   Thursday: CO Skies (Dawn Mission)-7:30 pm   Friday: Many Faces of Hubble-7:30 pm Friday Night Laser Shows: $7 general admission AC/DC-9:30 pm Beastie Boys-10:45 pm   Saturday Matinees: $6 adults, $3.50 Children/Seniors   Space
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Fall Shakespeare classes for kids

  The Colorado Shakespeare Festival offers fall theatre classes for kids and teens. All classes held at Wesley Chapel and are taught by CSF professionals. Classes include Stage Combat (ages 11-18), Beginning Shakespeare (ages 6-10) and Advanced Shakespeare (ages 11-18). Earlybird prices available until Sept.1.  Call 303-492-1973 to sign up. Additional information: http://www.coloradoshakes.org/education-outreach/school

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Are you pregnant and feeling stressed, anxious or down?

  The CU-Boulder Dimidjian lab is conducting a study investigating the feasibility of yoga to improve symptoms of anxiety and depression for women during pregnancy. The classes last for eight weeks. Participants in the study will be asked to fill out questionnaires, take part in weekly classes and complete an interview. Please contact campstudy@colorado.edu for more information! Read more about
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Alumni Association recognizes 16 outstanding members of CU community

The tradition of honoring the University of Colorado Boulder’s best began in 1930 and continues as the CU-Boulder Alumni Association recognized 16 outstanding members of the university community at a free public ceremony on campus Wednesday, May 4.
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Run the Forever Buffs 5K

Lace up your sneakers and join us for the third annual Forever Buffs 5K on Sunday, April 17.

This annual event has a little of everything for everyone ― walking, jogging, running, racing, food and fun ― on the CU-Boulder campus. Participants can soak in views of the Flatirons, see new and old buildings on campus and tap into some CU memories.

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Colorado skiers rally to win RMISA Championships

  PARK CITY, Utah — The University of Colorado ski team first rallied, and then in part to a strong showing in the men’s slalom, cruised to victory here Saturday in the Rocky Mountain Intercollegiate Ski Association Championships, which also served as the annual NCAA West Regional. Colorado, ranked No. 2 in the nation behind Vermont, entered the day two-and-a-half
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New CU study shows acupressure effective

A new University of Colorado Boulder study indicates an ancient form of complementary medicine may be effective in helping to treat people with mild traumatic brain injury, a finding that may have implications for some U.S. war veterans returning home.
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Historic decisions by chancellors and presidents define the future PAC-12 Conference

  Transformative New Policies Established for Revenue Sharing, Football Divisional Structure, Football Championship Game and Schedules for all other Sports   SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. (October 21, 2010) - The Pac-12 Conference took major steps to transform itself into a dynamic new enterprise by forming two football divisions that maintain traditional rivalries, creating the first-ever Pac-12 football championship game, establishing schedule models
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Professor studies impact of social technology

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Facebook, Google maps and cell phones were not created specifically for use in emergencies, but CU-Boulder professor Leysia Palen says they are revolutionizing how people receive or share information during disasters. “We’re much more socially connected through wireless devices, blogs and social networking sites and can participate and get information in many new ways,” Palen says. One month before Hurricane
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