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Robots can’t outrun animals (yet). A new study explores why

April 29, 2024

Researchers examined data from dozens of studies and found that, in almost all cases, animals could beat their robot counterparts in a footrace. CU Boulder roboticist Kaushik Jayaram hopes the study will inspire engineers to learn how to build more adaptable robots.

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Before you leave town: End-of-year reminders

April 29, 2024

With many students planning to leave campus and Boulder at the end of the semester, here are some tips and general reminders.

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Supporting local businesses is about to get easier

April 29, 2024

Check out CU Boulder Buy Local, a new program to connect local-, women- and minority-owned businesses with campus community members who buy goods and services on behalf of the university.

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A new star is about to appear in the night sky. Here’s how to catch a glimpse

April 29, 2024

Nearly 3,000 light-years away, two stars dancing around each other are about to put on a beautiful show for people on Earth. Astrophysicist David Wilson gives his take on why this is an event you don't want to miss.

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Homecoming set for Sept. 19–21

April 29, 2024

CU Boulder will welcome everyone back for one of the campus’s most treasured traditions—Homecoming. This year will include plenty of opportunities to show your Buffs spirit.

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Plan for increased traffic, parking congestion May 9–11

April 29, 2024

Commencement and recognition ceremonies will bring several days of excitement and celebration to the community. This means CU Boulder and city of Boulder roadways will be heavily impacted as well.

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Accreditation midcycle assurance filing needs campus review by May 10

April 29, 2024

CU Boulder staff, faculty and students are encouraged to review a draft assurance argument for a June accreditation filing to the Higher Learning Commission.

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20 things to do: Fuel for finals, de-stress with chess, more

April 29, 2024

This week brings finals week swag, an ice cream social, gardening, a guided meditation at Fiske Planetarium, Late Night Breakfast, cozy gaming, the ATLAS Expo and more.

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Sky’s the limit for interdisciplinary teams awarded New Frontiers planning grants

April 26, 2024

The Research & Innovation Office, the College of Arts and Sciences, the College of Engineering and Applied Science and the School of Education announced New Frontiers Grant awards to foster new, interdisciplinary research directions.

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10 ways to manage and overcome test anxiety

April 26, 2024

Do you struggle with test anxiety? Here are some tips to help you tame your anxiety to get through quizzes, tests and exams.

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