31 things to do: Go thrifting, bike to campus, more
This week brings the annual State of the Campus address, free ice skating, a Chinese New Year festival, women's basketball, Valentine's fun, a mobile food pantry and more.
Monday, Feb. 9
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ÌýÌý5–6 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýVirtual
Learn about interviewing basics, how to utilize the START method and the interview practice resources available so you can ace your next job or internship interview. Prefer in-person workshops? This session will be held again .
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ÌýÌý2–4 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýC4C Abrams LoungeÌý
Join the Center for Cultural Connections and Community for a creative and engaging experience! Each month alternates between crafts—where you can create a takeaway art project—and language—where you dive into writing prompts and share your work. Plus, enjoy cookies and drinks while you create and connect. As Toni Morrison said in her 1993 Nobel Prize lecture, "We do language—that may be the measure of our lives."
ÌýÌý7 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýThe Connection
Think you’ve got the brains to beat the best? Grab your friends (or fly solo) and head to The Connection for a night of trivia, laughs and prizes! Free to play, sign-up starts at 6 p.m. at the front desk, and prizes for top teams.Ìý
Tuesday, Feb. 10
ÌýÌý9:30–11:30 a.m.ÌýÌýÌýUMC 247
Calling all graduate students! Enjoy free coffee and connections while getting to know other grad students on campus.
ÌýÌý11 a.m.–1 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýUMC Glenn Miller Ballroom
Join the campus community for the annual State of the Campus address, where Chancellor Justin Schwartz will share recent successes from across campus and his vision for the year ahead. The event includes free lunch and is open to all faculty, staff and students with a valid Buff OneCard.
ÌýÌýBlack History Month film series
Celebrate Black History Month at the International Film Series with a selection of films featuring Black artists and stories. All co-sponsored by the Center for African and African American Studies.
ÌýÌý5–7 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýUMC 235
Feeling creative? Join the Center for Student Involvement for a weekly craft program on Tuesday evenings. All supplies provided. Space is limited. is free and required to participate. Ìý
ÌýÌý6:30–8 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýHellems Arts and Sciences, Room E160
Join the International Affairs Club at С»ÆÊé Boulder for a timely panel discussion with С»ÆÊé faculty examining current shifts in U.S. foreign policy under the Trump administration. The conversation will focus specifically on U.S. policy and international implications related to Greenland and Venezuela, offering historical context and expert analysis on these evolving global issues. Free pizza! .
ÌýÌý7 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýThe ConnectionÌý
Ready to raise, bluff and go all in? Join this free Texas Hold’em tournament—no pressure, just cards, competition and a shot at some sweet prizes. Free to enter, open to all skill levels, and there are prizes for top finishers.ÌýSign-up starts at 6 p.m. at the front desk.
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ÌýÌý5–7 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýWilliams Village EastÌý
All С»ÆÊé Boulder students are welcome to attend this Black History Month event hosted by the Center for Cultural Connections and Community.
Wednesday, Feb. 11
ÌýÌý2–4 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýC4C N238
Make your own slime, aromatherapy roll-on and stress balls as part of this monthly Stress Less event. Snacks and supplies included.
ÌýÌý4–5:30 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýATLAS Center, Brakhage Center, Room 311
View films from Stan Brakhage and many other visionary experimental filmmakers on 16MM. Each screening will feature three short experimental films that clusters around a question.ÌýScreenings will be followed by lively conversation.
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ÌýÌý4–10 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýThe ConnectionÌý
Think you’ve got what it takes to dominate the arena? Join С»ÆÊé Gaming and The Connection for an epic Super Smash Bros tournament! Free to enter; sign-ups start at 4 p.m. at the front desk.Ìý
ÌýÌý5:30–7 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýNorlin Library, Center for Global British & Irish Studies (M549)
Celebrate Black History Month with a 1920s Harlem Renaissance party in the style of the famous rent parties. Learn about queer Black history and figures of the time, Charleston to some blues and jazz, sip on virgin mocktails like the Bee's Knees, snack on hors d’oeuvres and snap for poetry readings from the time and today. All are welcome, and costumes are encouraged!
ÌýÌý6:30–8 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýEaton Humanities, Room 190
Join the Environmental Center for a movie night to watch the film “Wings Over Water," which showcases the epic migrations of sandhill cranes, yellow warblers and mallard ducks across North America's vital Prairie Pothole wetlands, highlighting their struggles and the conservation efforts needed for these ecosystems. Pizza will be served!
ÌýÌý7:30 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýMacky Auditorium
Don't miss this high-energy work that accentuates the different paces, tempos and pulses of street and social dance forms in a unique blend of choreography and freestyle elements.
Thursday, Feb. 12
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ÌýÌý8 a.m.–5 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýUMC Outdoor ArcadeÌý
Stop by the UMC Arcade outdoor area to shop thrift store vendors from Boulder and metro Denver. Brought to you by Program Council.
ÌýÌý±·´Ç´Ç²Ô–1 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýVirtual
Grad students and postdocs—ready to break into industry or nonprofit work? Join this six-part seminar series. It will cover everything you need to stand out: career exploration, networking tips, resumes and cover letters, interview prep, job search strategies, and salary negotiation.Ìý
Club sports
Get out and support your Club Sport Buffs! With 30 clubs on campus, there's plenty of action each week. Find your game.
ÌýÌý2–4 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýSt. Aidan's Episcopal ChurchÌý
The mobile food pantry is free and open to С»ÆÊé Boulder students, faculty and staff, and community members of Boulder and Broomfield counties. Attendees will receive up to 30 pounds of food (weight can vary). Be sure to bring your own reusable bags or boxes! Food will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. Free parking is available in . Please find the parking attendant in the lot for validation information. If you would like to volunteer, .
ÌýÌý2–4 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýSEEC atrium
Bring your reusable mug for free coffee! Milk, sugar and creamers are provided as well. You can thank the Environmental Center.
ÌýÌý5–6:30 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýC4C N320
Join for mahjong or carrom, or bring your own game to share! Connect with others and have a blast. Don't miss out.
ÌýÌý5–7 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýDuane Physics and Astrophysics, Room G125
Join University of Virginia professor and author Brad Wilcox, and the Bruce D. Benson Center for the Study of Western Civilization, for this discussion on love, marriage and family.Ìý
ÌýÌý7–8 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýFiske Planetarium and Space Center
Grab your Buff OneCard and head over to Fiske Planetarium to enjoy Free Fiske Thursdays! All 7 p.m. shows and star talks are free for С»ÆÊé Boulder students on Thursdays.
ÌýÌý8–10 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýOld MainÌý
Join С»ÆÊé Boulder Program Council for a fun evening of live music at Old Main as indie favorites On the Dot and The Speeks take the stage. Bring your friends, vibe to great tunes and make it a night to remember.
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ÌýÌý8–10 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýThe ConnectionÌý
Join the Center for Student Involvement for a night of free bowling, billiards, pingpong and pizza at The Connection. Bring your friends, play some games and enjoy the vibes—it’s all free!
Friday, Feb. 13
ÌýÌý7–9 a.m.ÌýÌýÌýFolsom Bike Station
Join this annual event that encourages new and seasoned cyclists to brave the elements and ride to work/school on their bikes. There will be breakfast stations with hot chocolate, coffee and donuts around Boulder including at С»ÆÊé's Folsom Bike Station near the Engineering Center.
ÌýÌý4:30–6:30 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýEaton Humanities, first floor, lobby
Celebrate the Year of the Horse at the Spring Festival Carnival. Experience Chinese culture and food, play games and win gifts!
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ÌýÌý8–10 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýUMC Gaming LoungeÌý
Cozy games with friends are the best way to unwind from a stressful week. Play your favorites or try something new in good company! Bring a special someone, or someone who’s special, for a night of co-op gaming.
ÌýÌý8 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýCHEM 140Ìý
Join Program Council to watch a move on the big screen, with free popcorn and concessions!Ìý
Saturday, Feb. 14
ÌýÌý1Ìýp.m.ÌýÌýÌýС»ÆÊé Events Center
Come cheer on the Buffs as they take on the Brigham Young University Cougars in women's basketball.
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ÌýÌý5:30–7:30 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýRec Center, Ice Rink
Join students from the Muslim Student Association for free skate rentals. All Buffs are welcome.
ÌýÌý8–10 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýRec Center, Ice RinkÌý
Join С»ÆÊé Boulder Program Council for a night of free ice skating! Hot cocoa and a good time guaranteed. Bring your date or favorite friends along.
These events are open to all and do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, creed, religion, veteran status, marital status, political affiliation, political philosophy, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression in accordance with state, federal and Regent law.Ìý
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