Published: Feb. 26, 2024

February is flying by! This week brings ballot processing tours, a pride dinner, the Women’s Leadership Symposium, a blood drive, Drag Bingo, an Indonesian potluck and more.

Students at the spring Be Involved FairMonday, Feb. 26

9:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.SEEC, Room C120A/B
Lounge in a comfy chair and donate blood to someone experiencing a health crisis. Future donors can sign up through .

2 p.m.UMC North Dining Room
What’s not to love about good ol’ mashed potatoes? Stop by the UMC for a free serving.

4–5:30 p.m.Engineering Center, BOLD Center
Learn about managing emotions through guided play during the Curious Sunshine Workshop. It will be a blast!


Tuesday, Feb. 27

11 a.m.–1 p.m. Engineering Center, BOLD Center
Learn about correlations between sleep and health. Afterward, you will leave with a complimentary pair of earplugs and a sleep mask.

11 a.m.–2 p.m.Koelbel Building, Leeds School of Business, Olson Atrium
Students are invited to deliver 30- to 60-second business pitches during this Shark Tankinspired presentation. No slides needed.

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Are your note-taking skills up to par? Learn more about strategies and the importance of note-taking during this workshop.

5–7 p.m.C4C N320
Have a productive discussion about the intersection of disability and queer identity. Sonja, who identifies on the autism spectrum, has OCD and uses mobility aids, will be hosting the dinner.

4 things to check off your to-do list

  • on Feb. 29 to see the Denver Rapids take on the Nashville Soccer Club on Saturday, March 2, at 7:30 p.m. at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park in Denver.
  • Run for CU Student Government! Get started and by March 4.
  • Submit your favorite family recipe through the Taste of Home program by March 15.
  • Nominate a faculty or staff member for the Marinus Smith Awardby March 15.


Wednesday, Feb. 28

Ballot Processing Facility open house,tours

12:30 p.m.1750 33rd St. (off Arapahoe)
Questions about ballot security and election processes? Learn about ballot processing firsthand by attending a Boulder County Elections Division in-person tour at their Ballot Processing Facility. Tours take approximately 30 minutes.

1–2 p.m.
The Climate Action Plan works to mobilize CU Boulder’s strengths and help reduce emissions. This public forum is a chance for members of the university community to share their thoughts withand ask questions to those who steer CAP.

3:30–5 p.m.Wardenburg Health Center, Room 321
Have fun and stay safe with smart partying techniques. Those interested can online.

5:30–7 p.m. Rec Center,Outdoor Pursuits Classroom$30
Turn an old climbing rope into a new work of art! Either bring your own old rope or use one of the ropes provided.


Thursday, Feb. 29

9 a.m.–5 p.m.UMC Glenn Miller Ballroom
The Women’s Leadership Symposium is a free conference focused on women’s leadership. All genders are welcome.

5:30–8:30 p.m.Denver Art Museum, Sturm Grand Pavilion $0–$10
Celebrate CU Boulder’s impact on student leaders at the Chancellor’s Annual Summit.

7 p.m.Macky Auditorium $25
Trash the Runway is an event where designers createcouture out of trash. During this fashion show and competition, 29 designers will show off their creativity.

Campus map

Bookmark the to find where you need to go, orsave a link to the map on your smartphone home screen and use it like an app.


Friday, March 1

10:30 a.m.–noonC4CAbrams Lounge
First-generation students are invited to a morning of self-care and service. Enjoy a relaxing time with community and relaxation. Therapy dogs will be in attendance.

7:30 p.m.University Theatre, Charlotte York Irey Theatre $20
Enjoy an evening of dance works produced by CU Boulder students. If you can’t make it this Friday, Open Space is also taking place March 2–3.

10–11 p.m.Fiske Planetarium
Enjoy a cutting-edge laser show, utilizing tracks from house music DJDeadMau5.


Saturday, March 2

10 a.m.–2 p.m. for meeting location
This meeting is helpful for those seeking to connect to current social justice movements. Attendees will learn more about being an ally.

5–7 p.m.Rec Center, Ice Overlook Large Meeting Room
The Center for Asian Studies is hosting an Indonesioan potluck. Bring your favorite dish and enjoy some Indonesian cuisine!

8–10 p.m.UMC Glenn Miller Ballroom
In the wise words of RuPaul, “The library is open…” for Drag Bingo! Stop by the UMC for a fun bingo game and cool prizes.