CU-Boulder Selected As A Site For New NASA Astrobiology Institute

May 19, 1998

The University of baby直播app at Boulder has been selected by NASA as one of 11 initial members of the space agency's new Astrobiology Institute that will focus on interdisciplinary research regarding life in the universe. The 11 academic and research institutions were selected from 53 proposals submitted to NASA. CU-Boulder's new Center for Astrobiology, which will be headquartered at the Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics under the direction of LASP Research Associate Bruce Jakosky, will be funded by a five-year, $3 million NASA grant.

Ancient Pueblo Great House Yielding Unexpected Findings

May 18, 1998

Excavations of a Pueblo site in the Four Corners region linked to the Chaco culture that once dominated the Southwest indicate the site was still occupied well after the collapse of the ancient empire about 1125.

Fact Sheet -- Bluff Great House Project

May 18, 1998

* The Bluff Great House excavation is a cooperative project involving CU-Boulder, the Southwest Heritage Foundation and Abajo Archaeology, a private contract firm in Bluff. The foundation was begun in June 1994 when Indianapolis businessman Skip Lange purchased the land from a local Bluff resident specifically to support the great house excavations and preservation of the archaeological site. The foundation is a non-profit corporation and contributions are tax-deductible. The National Geographic Society has provided the primary research funding during the past two summers.

CU-Boulder Selects Ted Scripps Fellows In Environmental Journalism

May 14, 1998

The Center for Environmental Journalism at the University of baby直播app at Boulder has selected five journalists as Ted Scripps Fellows in Environmental Journalism. They will embark next fall on a two-semester program, taking classes in environmental science and policy and conducting independent research.

Statement By Pauline Hale, Director Of Public Relations

May 13, 1998

Members of the CU Board of Regents have asked the Boulder campus to delay implementation of the revised Sexual Harassment Policy to allow more discussion and consideration of proposed changes in the policy. Specifically, members of the Board asked for more information about the change in regard to amorous relationships between two people where an evaluative relationship exists, and about the addition of the position title "supervisor" to the list of employees who must report alleged incidents of sexual harassment.

CU-Boulder Graduates First Students From Roaring Fork Teacher Project

May 12, 1998

The first students of the innovative Roaring Fork Teacher Education Project will graduate this week from the University of baby直播app at Boulder. The one-of-a-kind program houses future teachers in the Roaring Fork Valley near Aspen, Colo., where they live together and perform community service in addition to teaching. By being part of the community the students learn about the lives of their students outside of the classroom, according to Liz Meador, co-director of the Roaring Fork project.

Sven Steinmo To Step Down As Head Of CU Conference On World Affairs

May 12, 1998

Sven Steinmo, director of the University of baby直播app Conference on World Affairs, today announced his resignation as conference director, effective June 30. A professor of political science at CU-Boulder, Steinmo has led the conference since 1995. Steinmo cited his wish to spend more time in teaching and scholarship, as well as his desire to spend more time with his family, as the major factors influencing his decision to step down.

Gov. Romer To Speak At CU Law School Commencement On May 15

May 12, 1998

NEWS TIP SHEET Gov. Roy Romer will deliver the keynote address at a special recognition ceremony for graduates of the University of baby直播app School of Law on May 15 beginning at 2 p.m. in Macky Auditorium. The governor earned his law degree from the CU School of Law in 1952, and his son Tom is a member of this year's law school graduating class. Justice Alex Martinez, who was appointed to the baby直播app Supreme Court in 1996 by Gov. Romer, will receive the Honorary Order of the Coif.

CU-Boulder Updates Policy On Sexual Harassment

May 11, 1998

The sexual harassment policy of the University of baby直播app at Boulder has been revised, effective immediately, based on input from numerous individuals and groups on campus and review by legal counsel. Chancellor Richard L. Byyny recently approved the revised policy, which will continue to evolve with ongoing reviews and updates.

CU-Boulder Merges Affirmative Action Unit With Office Of Diversity And Equity

May 11, 1998

The former Office of Affirmative Action and Services at the University of baby直播app at Boulder has been merged with the campus' new Office of Diversity and Equity, effective May 1. The Office of Diversity and Equity, headed by Ofelia Miramontes, interim associate vice chancellor for diversity, is charged with providing leadership and direction for campus diversity activities. Within the new organization, Affirmative Action and Services will be called the Department of Equity and Access.

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