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Power grids have played roles in wildfires across the U.S. over the last decade. In most states, utilities may opt to shut off power to parts of the grid to reduce wildfire risk. Read more from CU expert Kyri Baker on The Conversation.

Glen Krutz will resign as dean of the College of Arts and Sciences and be a full-time professor in the department of political science.

The 2024 Research & Innovation Seed Grants, awarded by CU Boulder’s Research & Innovation Office and the Office of the Provost, are funding 19 new projects for up to $50,000 each.

Research from CU Boulder sociology professor David Pyrooz shows for many prisoners, gang affiliation tends to drop off once they are released back into their communities.

This week brings a conversation on queer works, book bans and art; a virtual cook along; study breaks; the Consent Carnival; interview prep; a mac-and-cheese bar; and more.

The Faculty Leadership Institute is dedicated to identifying, nurturing and supporting emerging leaders as they chart their course toward advanced academic leadership roles. The group is now accepting self-nominations for 2024–25.

CU Boulder’s journey towards gender parity in engineering is a clear signal that diversity in STEM is achievable. In just two decades, the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences has transformed its engineering landscape, growing its female undergraduate class.

In its April 11–12 meeting, the CU Board of Regents preliminarily approved tuition, fee and compensation increases. It discussed proposed changes to concealed carry policies, reaffirmed its policy on public statements, approved a new building at CU Boulder and more.

Before you graduate, reconnect with your favorite professors and instructors to share your future plans and ask for a letter of recommendation. Even if you don’t plan to attend graduate school, asking them while they remember you will help with a future ask.

Actions that violate the Honor Code have consequences that could seriously impact your time at CU. With finals around the corner, here are the most common Honor Code violations and tips to avoid them.