28 things to do: Attend the off-campus housing fair, learn leadership skills, more
This week brings to campus a random acts of kindness challenge, Leadership Week events, a ninja warrior course challenge, an information science career and internship fair and more.
Monday, Feb. 17
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Leadership Week: Feb. 17–21
Build leadership skills at various events this week. You’ll learn about how to share your leadership experience on your resume, increase your emotional intelligence and more.
ÌýÌý8 a.m.–4 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýFarrand Field
Stop by Farrand Field for a powerful visual display honoring the 1,100 college students lost to suicide each year across the U.S. and encouraging open conversations about mental health.Ìý
ÌýÌý11 a.m.–3 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýC4C S440Ìý
Calling all CMCI students! Before the CMCI Career & Internships Fair (Feb. 19) attend this event for personalized resume reviews, free resume printing (up to five copies) and to take a professional headshot.
ÌýÌý2–3 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýUMC North Dining RoomÌý
Stop by our mac-and-cheese bar for a snack on your way to class and learn about different campus organizations.
ÌýÌý7–8 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýRec Center, Cycle StudioÌý
Experience your own power as you ride on a bike that goes nowhere. You decide how fast, how powerful and strong you can be. Dig deep to find your power and let it shine! Free to attend and registration is encouraged.Ìý ÌýÌý
ÌýÌý7–9 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýThe ConnectionÌý
Show off your skills at an 8-ball or 9-ball billiards tournament at The Connection! Free to enter. Sign-up starts at 6 p.m. at The Connection front desk. Prizes for top finishers! Ìý
Tuesday, Feb . 18
ÌýÌý11 a.m.–1 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýBOLD CenterÌý
Kindness is contagious! Pass it on by participating in our random acts of kindness challenge. We will also have our gratitude postcards for you to fill out. Our office will mail them for you, anywhere around the world! Ìý
ÌýÌý2–4 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýMuseum of Natural History (Henderson), Biolounge
Stop by for free coffee (or tea) plus donuts and some friendly conversation with representatives of ¶¶ÒõÂÃÐÐÉäPD. Bring your questions or come share your concerns and learn more about ¶¶ÒõÂÃÐÐÉä Emergency Alerts, ¶¶ÒõÂÃÐÐÉä's many public safety resources and be sure to vote for your favorite donut shop in Boulder!
ÌýÌý3–5 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýUMC 457Ìý
Join the Dennis Small Cultural Center for an afternoon of community and a free plant! Limit of one per person, while supplies last.Ìý
ÌýÌý5–7 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýWilliams Village, North Innovation StationÌý
Add some flair to your backpack, purse or car keys with a pony bead keychain! is free and required to participate. All supplies will be provided. Ìý
ÌýÌý7–9 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýThe ConnectionÌý
All skill levels welcome at our free Texas Hold’em poker tournament. Sign-up starts at 6 p.m. at The Connection front desk. Prizes for top finishers! Ìý
Wednesday, Feb. 19
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ÌýÌý11 a.m.–noonÌýÌýÌýUMC 330Ìý
Enjoy lunch, and learn how to build strong peer-peer mentor relationships! Whether you are a mentor or a mentee, or you’re just looking to build connections, all are welcome. Ìý
ÌýÌý3–5 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýUMC Glenn Miller BallroomÌý
Employers will be recruiting for roles in communication, data science, information science, international media, journalism, media production, media studies, sports media and strategic communication. ¶¶ÒõÂÃÐÐÉä Boulder students and alumni from all majors, experience levels and backgrounds are welcome to attend this free event.
ÌýÌý5–10 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýThe ConnectionÌý
Show off your skills at our Super Smash Bros tournament, hosted by ¶¶ÒõÂÃÐÐÉä Gaming and The Connection! Sign-up starts at 4 p.m. at The Connection front desk.Ìý
ÌýÌý5:15–7 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýVillage CenterÌý
Join your fellow students to learn basic cooking techniques and make a meal from scratch! Class taught by a professional chef. All materials provided. Closed-toe shoes must be worn at all times in the kitchen. When you arrive, check in with our event planner at the main entrance of the dining hall.
ÌýÌý7Ìýp.m.ÌýÌýÌý¶¶ÒõÂÃÐÐÉä Events Center
Cheer on the women's basketball team as they take on the Baylor University Bears at the ¶¶ÒõÂÃÐÐÉä Events Center.
Thursday, Feb. 20
ÌýÌý10 a.m.–3 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýUMC Glenn Miller BallroomÌý
Join Off-Campus Housing & Neighborhood Relations to explore housing options off campus. Dozens of landlords and property managers will be there to talk about hundreds of available properties and rentals. Free pizza provided! Ìý
ÌýÌý4–6 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýVillage Center, Wellness SpaceÌý
Kindness is contagious! Pass it on by participating in our random acts of kindness challenge.ÌýWe will also have our gratitude postcards for you to fill out. Our office will mail them for you, anywhere around the world! Ìý
ÌýÌý5–6:30 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýC4C N320Ìý
Join your fellow Buffs for Native arts and crafts. This is a casual makerspace to build community and work on projects. We will provide some materials, and you can also bring your own projects to work on.
ÌýÌý6 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýFolsom Stadium, Touchdown ClubÌý
Connect with our very own ¶¶ÒõÂÃÐÐÉä athletes at the Touchdown Club for food, games, music and more at the BHM Kickback.
ÌýÌý7–8 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýFiske Planetarium
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 ¶¶ÒõÂÃÐÐÉä Boulder students on Thursdays.Ìý
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ÌýÌý7–8:30 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýRec Center, Mind Body Studio
Enjoy a blissful night of soothing yoga followed by pure relaxation with an immersive sound bath. Feel your stress melt away and leave recharged—this is your chance to prioritize you! This event is free to attend, but space is limited, so registration is encouraged.
Friday, Feb. 21
ÌýÌýNoon–7 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýRec Center, lower courtsÌý
You’ve seen it on TV—come test your skills on our Ninja Warrior course! Race your friends and the fastest time will win a prize. Brought to you by the Center for Student Involvement. Ìý
ÌýÌý3–8 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýUMC Glenn Miller Ballrooms and Aspen RoomsÌý
Join Program Council for the first Black History Month Festival—elevating Black voices on and off campus through performances, speakers and community space. Ìý
ÌýÌý3–9 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýUMC Gaming LoungeÌý
Cozy games with friends are the best way to start the weekend. Play your favorites or try something new in good company! This week, de-stress and support your wellness through cozy gaming. Ìý
ÌýÌý8 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýCHEM 140Ìý
Join Program Council for a screening of "Madea: Diary of a Mad Black Woman" on the big screen—for free!
Saturday, Feb. 22
ÌýÌý9 a.m.–2 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýUMC South TerraceÌý
¶¶ÒõÂÃÐÐÉä in the Community is a series of one-time, student-led volunteer projects offered each semester in collaboration with local nonprofit organizations. Projects are based on community needs and include various types of service related to social and environmental justice. All students are invited to participate in any and all volunteer projects to gain an understanding of social and environmental issues, engage in direct service, reflect on their impact and learn about continued engagement in communities. Ìý
ÌýÌý2Ìýp.m.ÌýÌýÌý¶¶ÒõÂÃÐÐÉä Events Center
Cheer on the men's basketball team as they take on the Baylor University Bears at the ¶¶ÒõÂÃÐÐÉä Events Center.
ÌýÌý8–10 p.m.ÌýÌýÌý Williams Village, Grotto
Join Program Council for a night of showcasing your talent! Whether you sing, dance, tell jokes or more, we'd love you to join. Sign up beforehand or participate after the event starts.Ìý
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