Mary Robinson

Climate justice advocate Mary Robinson tapped for keynote at inaugural climate summit

April 21, 2022

Mary Robinson, one of the world’s most respected advocates for climate justice and the former president of Ireland, will visit campus in December to present a keynote speech at the inaugural Right Here, Right Now Global Climate Summit.

researchers scuba diving in the Mediterranean

CU on the Weekend April 23: Tales from under the Mediterranean

April 18, 2022

The chance recovery of objects from the sea began in antiquity and continues today. Professor Emeritus Robert Hohlfelder will discuss episodes from his 50-plus underwater explorations. The event is virtual, free and open to the public.

Todd Saliman

Open forum with Todd Saliman set for April 20

April 15, 2022

As part of a four-campus tour, the CU Board of Regents is hosting an open forum at CU Boulder with presidential finalist Todd Saliman. Registrants, who may join virtually or in person at the University Theatre, may submit questions ahead of time or during the event.

Sunset in Crested Butte

Presenting a history of America’s public lands April 21

April 15, 2022

This event is free and open to the public and will include a book overview by author and Professor Emeritus John Leshy, followed by a panel discussion. Registration is required.

Campus community members wearing masks on campus

How COVID-19 impacts student wellness, learning—A talk April 15

April 12, 2022

Do you teach on campus? Join a talk with Associate Professor June Gruber of psychology and neuroscience for the latest research.

Rae Senarighi

TRANScend exhibit: A conversation with artist Rae Senarighi

April 8, 2022

The University Libraries will host a virtual conversation with Rae Senarighi, creator of the TRANScend Transgender Voices art exhibit on April 13. Check out the exhibit in the Norlin commons.

shadowy figure typing on phone

Whistleblowers expose big fraud—What makes us so obsessed and what can we learn?

April 6, 2022

Why is society captivated by high-profile ethical cases like Theranos or Enron? Melanie Kay of babyֱapp Law explains what makes these cases so fascinating and what lessons we can learn to better society. Join a talk April 12.

clouds and mountains

Religious studies and reimagining the human in the climate crisis—a lecture April 14

April 1, 2022

Join an exhibit tour and keynote address focusing on the emerging field of religion and ecology. The lecture series honors the 50th anniversary of religious studies on campus and the opening of the sixth exhibit in the CU Legends series: “Becoming Less: The Journey of Robert Lester.”

TEDx speaker

TEDxCU to explore Breaking Boundaries April 2

April 1, 2022

TEDxCU is returning in person this season, when a slate of speakers will examine and challenge the self-imposed boundaries that often limit people.

Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial in Washington, D.C.

Conversation April 4 to explore MLK’s radical vision for interracial democracy

March 30, 2022

Join Anthony Siracusa, senior director of inclusive culture, and Reiland Rabaka, professor of Africana studies and director of the Center for African and African American Studies, for a conversation about Martin Luther King Jr.'s vision on a day commemorating his legacy 54 years after his assassination.

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