20 things to do: Attend Be Involved Fair, score tickets and free breakfast, more
Welcome to the 2025 fall semester, Buffs! This week brings to campus a bagel bar, free ice cream, an on-campus student job fair, soccer, football, a Buff Pool Bash and more.
All week
Connect at the Rec
ÌýÌýThrough Sept. 1ÌýÌýÌýRec Center
Stop by the Rec this week for free fitness classes, Buff Pool battleship, open bouldering in the climbing gym, skating and more. Come find your fit at the Rec, and be sure to bring your Buff OneCard!
Monday, Aug. 25
ÌýÌý2–3 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýUMC, North Dining Room and stage
Start your first Monday of the fall semester off right! Enjoy a snack and learn about ways you can get involved at Âé¶¹Ãâ·Ñ°æÏÂÔØBoulder.
ÌýÌý2–3 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýC4C, N238
How you start your semester can make a huge difference in setting yourself up for success! Attend this workshop to learn strategies for organization, time management and other general tips for setting yourself up for a strong semester.Ìý
Tuesday, Aug. 26
ÌýÌý11 a.m.–2 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýUMC, Glenn Miller Ballroom
Looking for a job on campus? Stop by the on-campus student job fair to meet campus employers, explore opportunities and learn how to apply. The fair is open to all current undergraduate and graduate students, and there are hourly and work-study positions available.
ÌýÌý11 a.m.–4 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýDuane Physics and Astrophysics, lawn
Stop by the table outside of Duane Physics and make your sustainability pledge in exchange for some ice cream! Meet people from the Environmental Center and see how to get involved in campus sustainability, or just say hi!
ÌýÌý2–5 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýUMC, first floor, Alienware Buffalo Esports and Gaming Lounge
Level up your Tuesdays! Drop by the Gaming Lounge for two free hours of gaming every week. Whether you’re into co-op, competition or just chilling with fellow players, our staff will be there to help you get the most out of your playtime. Bring your crew or make new friends—either way, it’s game on.Ìý
ÌýÌý4–7 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýSewall Field
Drop in for some free food, games and music, while learning about campus resources, and student and multicultural Greek organizations. You'll also get to meet staff from the Center for Cultural Connections & CommunityÌýand other campus units.
Wednesday, Aug. 27
4 things to check off your to-do list
- ÌýÌýAttend sports club informational meeting: Âé¶¹Ãâ·Ñ°æÏÂÔØBoulder offers 30 sport clubs for students. Informational meetings are happening now! Get started.Ìý
ÌýÌý: Adventure awaits! Get your free ticket to Denver’s premiere theme park, Elitch Gardens, valid for Saturday, Aug. 30. Pick up your ticket on Aug. 26 from 10 a.m. to noon in the Center for Student Involvement (UMC 330).Ìý
ÌýÌý: Help continue Âé¶¹Ãâ·Ñ°æÏÂÔØBoulder's tradition of zero waste at Âé¶¹Ãâ·Ñ°æÏÂÔØfootball games! As a volunteer, you will play a key role in recycling and composting hundreds of thousands of pounds of material at home football games.Ìý
ÌýÌý: Watch the Rockies live at Coors Field in Denver! Pick up tickets on Aug. 28 between 10 a.m. and noon in the Center for Student Involvement (UMC 330). There are a limited number of tickets available for the following games:
- Sunday, Aug. 31 vs. Chicago Cubs
- Monday, Sept. 1 vs. San Francisco GiantsÌý
ÌýÌý10 a.m.–11 a.m.ÌýÌýÌýVirtual
Why is the scholarly publishing and peer review process the way it is, and what exactly happens between submission and acceptance of a publication? This workshop will deconstruct submission and peer review by outlining disciplinary practices and discussing what to expect from different kinds of review. .
ÌýÌý11 a.m.–2 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýUMC, outside fountain area
Looking for new plants without the cost? Join the Environmental Center at the east entrance to the UMC to donate or exchange your plants and to learn how to propagate new ones!
ÌýÌý2–6 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýFarrand Field
Discover the organizations that make up our Âé¶¹Ãâ·Ñ°æÏÂÔØBoulder community and make new connections at the Be Involved Fair! Whether you join a student organization, get connected with a campus department, volunteer in your community for an issue you are passionate about or find a new hobby you would like to explore, getting involved gives you the opportunity to grow—and the opportunities are endless.Ìý
ÌýÌý7 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýMuenzinger Auditorium (E050)
Don't miss this free screening of Spike Lee's newest film, "Highest 2 Lowest." This event will include a post-film Q&A with screenwriter Alan Fox and producer Jason Berman, moderated by Lionsgate President of Worldwide Television & Digital Distribution (and Âé¶¹Ãâ·Ñ°æÏÂÔØalum) Jim Packer!
Thursday, Aug. 28
ÌýÌý11 a.m.–2 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýNorlin Quad
Stop by for free breakfast burritos and giveaways!
ÌýÌý7Ìýp.m.ÌýÌýÌýPrentup Field
Cheer on the women's soccer team as they take on the New Mexico State Aggies under the lights at Prentup Field.
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 Âé¶¹Ãâ·Ñ°æÏÂÔØBoulder students on Thursdays.Ìý
ÌýÌý7:30–9 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýGreenleaf Park
The Thursday Boulder Cruiser Rides are back! Every Thursday until Halloween, the Boulder Cruiser Ride meets at Greenleaf Park at 7 p.m., and the ride begins at 7:30 p.m. These are free, weekly, slow-moving bike rides with lots of lights and music hosted by community members. Get on your bikes and ride!
ÌýÌý8–10 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýUMC, Glenn Miller Ballroom
Whether you want to learn how to have your first orgasm, how to have better ones or how to help your partner, it’s all covered with lots of humor, plenty of honesty and an underlying message of sexual health and women’s empowerment. This program is inclusive of people of all genders, gender identities and sexual orientations. Brought to you by the Center for Student Involvement.
Friday, Aug. 29
ÌýÌý3–5 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýFarrand Field
Come cheer on the Buffs at this student tailgate tradition, hosted by the Division of Student Life and the dean of students. There will be free food, games, music and a chance to be chosen as the Student Fan of the Game. The selected student fan will have the chance to walk onto Folsom Field during the game!Ìý
ÌýÌý6Ìýp.m.ÌýÌýÌýFolsom Field
Come cheer on the Buffs as they take on Georgia Tech in the kickoff of the 2025 football season!
Saturday, Aug. 30
ÌýÌý5–8 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýRec Center
Make a splash and start the semester right! Buff Pool is the place to be—live DJ on deck, floaties, inner tube water polo, free treats and surprise giveaways.
ÌýÌý8–10 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýVillage Center Wellness Space
Unwind at the Village Center’s Wellness Space with a relaxing evening of self-care. Enjoy time with a masseuse, try stress-relief activities, design your own tote bag and take home some self-care goodies.Ìý
Ìý