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Faculty-Staff Edition—June 17, 2025

Elizabeth Lock — Tue, 17 Jun 2025 20:26:37 +0000

Faculty-Staff Edition—June 17, 2025 Elizabeth Lock Tue, 06/17/2025 - 14:26 Faculty-Staff Edition

Campus Community

University statement on confirmed measles case in С��Ƶ

On June 13, the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment reported a confirmed measles case in С��Ƶ County. Through contact tracing, public health officials have excluded the CU С��Ƶ campus from the list of confirmed exposure locations.

How a California dude became CU С��Ƶ's provost

Before finding the joy of exploration as a university professor and chief academic officer, Russell Moore found it traveling the world.

Explore July training opportunities

Whether you're looking to boost employee engagement, make your Zoom meetings more inclusive and efficient for your teams or improve your productivity and personal effectiveness in the remote environment, use time this summer to invest in professional development.

Call for committee members: Student Success Conference

Support the planning of the annual Student Success Conference by joining a committee. Learn more and apply by June 30.

Campus departments: Register for the Aug. 26 On-Campus Student Job Fair

Are you hiring student employees? Register to participate in the On-Campus Student Job Fair on Tuesday, Aug. 26.

Support from the sky: How the campus is expanding drone use

From delivering medical supplies to pinpointing wildlife on campus, CU С��Ƶ's Division of Public Safety is using drones for the greater good.

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What We're Reading

Get access to Canvas and other services during maintenance June 22

Boost your financial know-how quickly with TIAA video series

Trio of tiny CubeSats unveiled secrets of the sun's X-ray light

How a high-altitude observatory shaped Colorado's story

Supernovae may have kicked off abrupt climate shifts in the past, and they could again

Understanding light-driven production of hydrogen could unlock future insights for harnessing light for chemistry

But how's the atmosphere there?

Thinking Huts is printing a brighter future

Faculty-Staff Edition—June 12, 2025

Elizabeth Lock — Thu, 12 Jun 2025 16:27:39 +0000

Faculty-Staff Edition—June 12, 2025 Elizabeth Lock Thu, 06/12/2025 - 10:27 Faculty-Staff Edition

Campus Community

Volunteer for Fall Welcome, move-in 2025

Join the university in welcoming new students and families to CU С��Ƶ by volunteering for Fall Welcome and move-in.

How a CU staffer used Percipio to earn a career-boosting certification

Professional development doesn't always require a classroom. Sometimes it begins with a spark of curiosity and the right tools at your disposal. Learn more from CU's Employee Services.

Laura Devendorf weaves computer science, craft for new possibilities in textile design

Associate Professor Laura Devendorf blends engineering and weaving to empower the craft community while pushing the boundaries of textile science for applications in human-computer interaction, health, art, aerospace and more.

Jennifer Hill named Boettcher Investigator

Assistant Professor Jennifer Hill is one of seven Colorado researchers to be recognized by the Boettcher Foundation for their pioneering biomedical research.

Research Corner

After the layoffs, what does trust mean at work?

Supervisors often see trust as a motivator—but in a workplace shaken by layoffs, it can create stress instead of stability.

A common heart failure treatment comes with high risk of stroke. But a new discovery could make it safer

Studying patient blood flow patterns could help determine who’s at risk of dangerous side effects from left ventricular assist devices and lead to improvements that could make them safer, new research suggests.

New quantum navigation device uses atoms to measure acceleration in 3D

A new quantum device could one day help spacecraft travel beyond Earth's orbit or aid submarines as they navigate deep under the ocean with more precision than ever before.

First-ever airborne toxin detected in Western Hemisphere

A field campaign on an Oklahoma feedlot that aimed to measure aerosols in the atmosphere yielded surprising results.

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What We’re Reading

In case you missed it: Enhance your fall classes with inspiring new Buffs One Read title

Maintaining the balance: Investigating the language of political extremism on the Western Slope

Tree rings offer clues to small-population growth

Robots and chemistry aren't just a fun combo—for Carson Bruns, they're the future

Alum's resumé: Veterinarian, reality TV star, stand-up comic

Get a sneak peek at the COLTT plenary panel and plan to attend

Higher ed professionals come together for transfer pathways

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Federal Updates

CU С��Ƶ has a resource page on the federal government, providing university statements, guidance and more. Visit the page for the latest information as it relates to the CU community.

In case you missed it:
June 10: Federal Update: House Passes One Big Beautiful Bill Act
June 9: CU Federal Relations Update
June 6: Federal Government Transition Update
June 5: Further Details on the President’s Proposed Discretionary Budget Request

Visit the Federal Updates Page

Faculty-Staff Edition—June 10, 2025

Elizabeth Lock — Tue, 10 Jun 2025 18:02:26 +0000

Faculty-Staff Edition—June 10, 2025 Elizabeth Lock Tue, 06/10/2025 - 12:02 Faculty-Staff Edition

Campus Community

Chancellor Justin Schwartz announces new campus leadership appointments

Chancellor Justin Schwartz elevated Ann Schmiesing from interim to senior vice chancellor for strategic initiatives and appointed Janel Forde as the new senior vice chancellor for operations.

Dean Robert McDonald to take position in Texas

Dean Robert McDonald of University Libraries has accepted a leadership position at the University of Texas. His last day at CU С��Ƶ will be June 30.

Regent Award nominations due Aug. 1

The University of Colorado Board of Regents is currently accepting nominations for the 2026 honorary degrees, university medals and distinguished service awards.

Anthropologists awarded major early-career development support

CU С��Ƶ scholars William Taylor and Fernando Villanea have been named 2025 National Science Foundation CAREER award winners.

Events & Exhibits

Celebrate and commemorate Juneteenth

Join the campus and local communities in celebration of Juneteenth with music, parades, cookouts, dialogues and more.

Learn about the National AI Research Resource June 17

NAIRR is a great way for CU С��Ƶ researchers to start exploring AI or scale up existing projects without needing one's own big infrastructure. It can also give researchers a competitive edge in grant proposals. Join a webinar to learn more.

CU Night in Downtown С��Ƶ to return June 25

Join CU С��Ƶ Chancellor Justin Schwartz, local elected officials and Sundance Film Festival representatives for CU Night in Downtown С��Ƶ, an evening filled with community engagement, insightful discussions and entertainment.

Molly Valentine Dierks' art projection viewable in Denver through June

Every night in June, imagery of thousands of birds in mesmerizing formations will be projected onto the Daniels & Fisher Clocktower in a video piece by artist and faculty member Molly Valentine Dierks.

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CU in the News

John Hickenlooper: Hickenlooper, Schmitt Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Create Defense Tech Hubs, Boost National Security

Forbes: 20 Ways New Managers Lead, Rather Than Supervise

Daily Camera: CU С��Ƶ Research Office awards $100,000 to support 20 projects

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Events Calendar

6/11: Transfer Advocate 101

6/11: The Secrets of Gravity—In the footsteps of Albert Einstein

6/12: Pride Ice Cream Social

6/17: Navigating Perimenopause and Menopause

6/18: Unraveling the quantum secrets of black holes

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Faculty-Staff Edition—June 5, 2025

Elizabeth Lock — Thu, 05 Jun 2025 17:46:24 +0000

Faculty-Staff Edition—June 5, 2025 Elizabeth Lock Thu, 06/05/2025 - 11:46 Faculty-Staff Edition

Campus Community

Regents condemn С��Ƶ terror attack, approve CU С��Ƶ budget

At its June 4 meeting, the University of Colorado Board of Regents condemned the June 1 terrorist attack in С��Ƶ and then wrapped up the business of the 2024–25 academic year.

Attend the Summer Mindfulness Series

Faculty and staff: Join WorkWell this summer to integrate regular mindfulness practice into your routine. No matter where you are working, the sessions are available via Zoom on a drop-in basis. Each can build upon each other or be taken independently.

Applications are open for the University Perspective Program

Participants gain firsthand knowledge of the university through meetings with senior leaders on the С��Ƶ campus and each of the other three campuses, as well as the CU system office. Completed applications are due by June 29.

Campus departments: Apply to table at the Be Involved Fair

Campus departments and programs are invited to apply for a table at the Be Involved Fair, a signature Fall Welcome event. Meet thousands of students who are looking for ways to be involved in the coming academic year. Apply by Aug. 10 for the Aug. 27 fair.

Faculty, staff: Join the Forever Buffs Network

Did you know faculty and staff can access the Forever Buffs Network? This free online community is designed to connect you with alumni willing to help. Find Buffs eager to support students through mentorship, career guidance or guest speaking opportunities. Explore networking groups, alumni-owned businesses, exclusive discounts and other benefits.

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What We're Reading

CU С��Ƶ to offer spousal, dependent insurance coverage to grad students

Sustainability Council discusses pouring rights, draft food policy and more

Students use observation, creative thinking to uncover meaning in scientific data

CU С��Ƶ alum surprises student with debt payoff at grad ceremony

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Buff Bulletin Board

Stricter email authentication policy to take effect June 11

Security incident did not impact iClicker app, data stored on iClicker systems

Participants needed for a breathing exercise and walking study

Paid research opportunity: Maternal communication study

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Faculty-Staff Edition—June 3, 2025

Elizabeth Lock — Tue, 03 Jun 2025 18:08:04 +0000

Faculty-Staff Edition—June 3, 2025 Elizabeth Lock Tue, 06/03/2025 - 12:08 Faculty-Staff Edition

Campus Community

Find support and resources following the Pearl Street attack

CU С��Ƶ and its Division of Public Safety are reminding the campus community of reporting options and safety resources after the downtown С��Ƶ attack on June 1.

Apply to co-chair the Student Success Conference

Help plan this year's Student Success Conference by applying to be a co-chair. Applications are due by June 16.

Students shaping—and leading—CU's climate response

Fueled by a passion for climate justice and a commitment to student involvement in the university's future, an interdisciplinary graduate student team designed and is teaching an undergraduate course on climate action planning.

Quantum С��Ƶs gain perspective and find community

Students are getting a unique perspective on the quantum field and industry through a program they themselves are helping to shape. Quantum С��Ƶs, which launched in 2023, is providing community and fellowships to students in physics, engineering, mathematics and computer science.

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Federal Updates

CU С��Ƶ has a resource page on the federal government, providing university statements, guidance and more. Visit the page for the latest information as it relates to the CU community.

In case you missed it:
May 30: Federal Government Transition Update

Visit the Federal Updates Page

Faculty-Staff Edition—May 29, 2025

Elizabeth Lock — Thu, 29 May 2025 17:42:02 +0000

Faculty-Staff Edition—May 29, 2025 Elizabeth Lock Thu, 05/29/2025 - 11:42 Faculty-Staff Edition

Campus Community

Ann Huff Stevens named provost

CU С��Ƶ Chancellor Justin Schwartz has named Ann Huff Stevens as the next provost and executive vice chancellor for academic affairs.

Justin Schwartz endorses Council on Competitiveness call to action

Chancellor Justin Schwartz joined others in endorsing a Council on Competitiveness call to action that emphasizes the vital partnership among universities, national laboratories, industry and government that drives progress and strengthens the economy.

College finance chief Amy Lavens wins prestigious fellowship

As a newly named fellow of the National Association of College and University Business Officers, Amy Lavens is among just 17 to win the recognition.

Cindy Regal wins Brown Investigator Award

Physics Professor Cindy Regal is one of eight investigators recognized for curiosity-driven research in chemistry or physics. Also a part of NIST and JILA, Regal will receive up to $2 million over five years.

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CU in the News

PBS News Hour: How NOAA funding cuts could make it harder to predict and prepare for severe weather

NOVA: Decoding the Universe: Quantum

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What We're Reading

What is 'woke?' Who knows?

Alum thinks about crime the write way

Doctoral candidate receives Newcombe Doctoral Dissertation Fellowship

Faculty-Staff Edition—May 27, 2025

Greg B Swenson — Tue, 27 May 2025 15:24:21 +0000

Faculty-Staff Edition—May 27, 2025 Greg B Swenson Tue, 05/27/2025 - 09:24 Faculty-Staff Edition

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Buff Bulletin Board

University Libraries to close June 6

Using Office 2010 or 2013? It's time to upgrade

New Rec Center summer membership options

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CU in the News

Hidden Brain: How Much Do We Really Know?

Denver7: CU С��Ƶ offers program designed to help new moms with postpartum depression and more

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What 'no tax on tips' really means for workers—and everyone else; more

Faculty-Staff Edition—May 22, 2025

Elizabeth Lock — Thu, 22 May 2025 19:18:57 +0000

Faculty-Staff Edition—May 22, 2025 Elizabeth Lock Thu, 05/22/2025 - 13:18 Faculty-Staff Edition

Research Corner

AI ghosts are coming: Is that comforting or creepy?

Within our lifetimes, it could be common for people to interact with life-like digital avatars of the dead. New research explores their promise and peril.

'Just being visible is an act of resistance'

In an acclaimed new novel, CU С��Ƶ Professor Stephen Graham Jones explores ideas of "what an Indian is or isn’t."

Shaping the future of quantum systems

Ramin Ayanzadeh's research focuses on trustworthy quantum computing to enhance the reliability and security of quantum systems. To his knowledge, he's the only faculty member in the region who focuses on quantum software, systems and the architecture of quantum computers.

Where are today's Newton and Einstein?

CU С��Ƶ philosopher Iskra Fileva argues that the present time is one of great achievements without outstanding achievers.

Data from ship captures landslide-generated tsunami for 1st time

A CIRES and CU С��Ƶ-led team detected tsunami waves caused by a landslide using satellite data from a ship for the first time, demonstrating the potential for the approach to improve tsunami detection and warning in coastal communities.

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Buff Bulletin Board

Automation of Microsoft license adjustments—learn more

Learn about college savings plans with CollegeInvest, receive $50 to start your account

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What We're Reading

Village Center Dining receives 'greenest' award

Enroll in a later Summer Session

Alumnus Bart Carpenter receives recognition for mentorship

Faculty-Staff Edition—May 20, 2025

Elizabeth Lock — Tue, 20 May 2025 18:08:51 +0000

Faculty-Staff Edition—May 20, 2025 Elizabeth Lock Tue, 05/20/2025 - 12:08 Faculty-Staff Edition

Campus Community

Check out summer wellness workshops

WorkWell is offering free wellness workshops for faculty and staff this summer—covering everything from home improvement to effective family communication and more. Take advantage of these learning opportunities.

Fund your research or creative work through commercialization

For faculty, staff and students at the CU engaged in research, invention or creative work, commercialization offers a powerful pathway to fund and expand the impact of your innovations.

Be a transfer advocate

CU ranks among top 20 for granted patents

CU has secured the No. 18 position on the National Academy of Inventors' 2024 Top 100 U.S. Universities Granted U.S. Utility Patents list. At CU С��Ƶ, 53% of the campus's patents have been licensed commercially, signaling CU's strength in technology transfer and industry collaboration.