Known as the campus 鈥渓iving room,鈥� thousands of people visit the University Memorial Center (UMC) every day to grab a bite to eat, enjoy free entertainment, shop the retail stores, study with free wireless internet or just hang out!听
Here are five things you should know about the UMC:
There are lots of dining options at the UMC
From the Alferd Packer Restaurant & Grill, named after baby直播app鈥檚 most famous cannibal, to Starbucks, Jamba Juice, Panda Express and Subway, we鈥檝e got something for every taste! Plus, the Alferd Packer Grill accepts meal plans, Campus Cash and Munch Money. Starbucks accepts Campus Cash and Starbucks gift cards, too. Come by and grab a bite!
The UMC has a Wifi Lounge
Looking for a study spot that isn鈥檛 Norlin or your residence hall? Hit up the Wifi Lounge located on the first floor of the UMC in the West Dining Room, next to the Ink Spot! Equipped with computers, printers, monitors and lots of places to plug in your own laptop, the Wifi Lounge is a great place to dive deep into your studies!
The Connection is under construction听
The Connection is closed for renovation until 2020. The Connection is CU Boulder鈥檚 own hub for kicking back, relaxing, networking, getting involved and meeting new people. The new space will offer the same great recreation options and amenities 鈥� plus a few new ones! 鈥� in a welcoming and open environment.听
Although the facility is closed, there will still be trivia nights, poker tournaments, karaoke nights, video game tournaments and comedy open mic nights in alternate locations inside the UMC. Give The Connection to learn more about upcoming events and where they will be located!听
Students can work in the UMC
As the most active spot on campus, the UMC has an energetic employment community that gives CU students exceptional leadership and job experience. We offer a competitive salary, flexible hours, professional and personal development opportunities and a true team spirit! Because the UMC hosts a wide variety of services, there鈥檚 bound to be an employment opportunity perfect for your style, interests and skills!听
Also, the 听is coming up on Sept.听10 from 2-6 p.m.听Visit and interact with departments who are hiring student employees for fall 2019. Network with staff, apply for available jobs and learn more about the variety of student jobs available on campus! Join us at the UMC south terrace tent and Aspen Rooms!
Check the UMC Building Directory for a list of student groups and services that you may be interested in.
The UMC is home to student resources and approximately 90 student groups听
Make campus feel more like home with the endless ways to get involved at the UMC! The UMC has a host of student-centered offices and services for you. Student resource offices include:听
