Graduate Student Edition - Nov. 27, 2023
Campus Community
18 things to do: Try glow in the dark rock climbing and more
This week brings a study break, hot cocoa, a performance from the Philharmonia Orchestra, a Harry Styles-themed show, film screenings, the Climate Justice Kickback and more.
Events & Exhibits
Finding the authentic and counterfeit in medieval art
In his Nov. 28 Distinguished Research Lecture, Professor Kirk Ambrose will discuss how institutions used art to authenticate religious relics, as well as condemn counterfeiting.
Program Nov. 29 to offer deeper insight into Israel, Gaza war and history
In response to requests, faculty experts will discuss a range of topics related to Arab-Israeli conflict. The CU Boulder forum will follow an informal format and is open to the public.
Faculty Takes
Climate scientist reflects on year of disastrous weather—and what’s to come
After a year of fire, heat, floods and droughts across the world, Pedro DiNezio shares predictions on what could happen next year—and what we can do about it.
Fighting climate despair: What to do to make a difference
Get Associate Professor Amanda Carrico’s take on actions that can have meaningful impacts on reducing one’s carbon footprint, from changing diet habits to reducing food waste and more.
‘Killers of the Flower Moon’ and Indigenous representation in film
As “Killers of the Flower Moon” shows in theaters, Professor Angelica Lawson explains how Indigenous people and stories are typically represented in film, as well as how this new movie lives up to and falls short of expectations.
Research Updates
Interactive map shows where your food comes from
With the holiday season upon us and the United Nations Climate Change Conference, or COP28, kicking off this month, researchers launched Food Twin to show where crops come from—and how climate change could impact this fragile network.