Faculty-Staff Edition - May 26, 2022
CU Boulder researcher Beverly Kingston discusses the recent uptick in school shootings, perpetrator indicators and behaviors, what we can do to stop such violence in schools and public spaces, and more.
The Conversation
Protestants and the pill: How US Christians helped make birth control mainstream
Conservative Christians have cheered restrictions on some birth control. But many decades ago, Christian leaders’ support helped contraceptives become acceptable in the first place. CU expert Samira Mehta shares on The Conversation.
Campus Community
Data science professor wins Coursera innovation award
Computer science professorÌýSriram Sankaranarayanan, who has taught more than 10,000 students in his online data science course, has received a prestigious award from Coursera for his innovative course design.
Fiske Planetarium, emeritus professor awarded $2 million NASA grant
A new grant award will be used to produce full-dome videos that will help educate the public on NASA’s latest scientific endeavors, including two upcoming solar eclipses.
Events & Exhibits
Learn to meditate with CU Boulder’s SKY Club June 11–13
This retreat is offered at 40 universities across the country, including Stanford, Arizona State, Ohio State and MIT. It is one of the coolest places to connect with yourself, make awesome friends, and have fun—open to all CU Boulder students, faculty and staff.
Get ready for CU night at the Rockies Aug. 12
Cheer on the Rockies as they take on the Arizona Diamondbacks. In addition to a seat at Coors Field, your ticket includes a collector’s T-shirt and a $2 donation to student scholarships. Before the game, join for a free pre-game reception at the alumni-owned Blake Street Tavern for appetizers, giveaways and more.
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