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35 things to do: Enjoy Culture Crawl, Pie a Professor, more

35 things to do: Enjoy Culture Crawl, Pie a Professor, more

Welcome to Halloween month Buffs! This week brings to campus Research & Innovation Week, International Coffee Hour, free pizza, a party at The Connection, a mobile food pantry, soccer and football, trivia and more.

Monday, Oct. 6

Research & Innovation Week

ÌýÌýOct. 6–10ÌýÌýÌýVarious Campus Locations
Join other faculty, students and staff during a week of research and innovation events designed to elevate awareness across campus, build a sense of shared community, create opportunities for collaboration and recognize exceptional leadership and outcomes.

ÌýÌý9 a.m.–12 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýVisual Arts Complex
Bring your reusable mug for free coffee! Milk, sugar and creamers are provided as well. You can thank the Environmental Center.

ÌýÌý11 a.m.–3 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýC4C N320
Get ready to shine at the fall career and internship fairs! Drop by anytime during this event to get resume feedback, practice talking with employers and print up to five resumes for free. No appointment needed, but there may be a short wait.

ÌýÌý2–3 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýUMC North Dining Room
Start your week off right! Enjoy a snack and learn about ways you can get involved at Âé¶¹Ãâ·Ñ°æÏÂÔØBoulder.

ÌýÌý7–9 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!

Tuesday, Oct. 7

ÌýÌý9–11 a.m.ÌýÌýÌýUMC 247
Calling all graduate students! Enjoy free coffee and connections while getting to know other grad students on campus.

ÌýÌý3–5 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýUMC 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.

ÌýÌý4–7 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýVirtualÌý
Connect with employers looking to hire current students, recent grads and alumni into open roles within the sports industry. Âé¶¹Ãâ·Ñ°æÏÂÔØBoulder students and alumni from all majors, experience levels and backgrounds are welcome to attend this free event.

ÌýÌý5–7 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýUMC 235
Feeling creative? Join fellow Buffs for a weekly craft program on Tuesday evenings! All supplies provided. Space is limited. is free and required to participate.

ÌýÌý5–7 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýWilliams Village East, lobby
Hosted by Engineering Connections and the Center for Cultural Connections & Community, this weekly event fosters community, introduces students to campus resources and celebrates Latiné Heritage Month.

ÌýÌý7–9 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýThe Connection
Ready to serve up some serious competition? Whether you’re a casual player or a table tennis champ, swing by The Connection for a single- or double-elimination tournament.

Wednesday, Oct. 8

Culture Crawl

ÌýÌýEvents start at 10 a.m.ÌýÌýÌýVarious locations
Back for its fifth year and bigger than ever, Culture Crawl will have a limited edition T-shirt giveaway, food tastings, music, exhibitions, performances, art making and more.

ÌýÌý11:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýNorlin Quad
Come pie your favorite professor and donate to the Seniors Creating Future Buffs scholarship at Senior Class Council’s Pie a Professor event! This event is open to all students.

ÌýÌý12:30–1 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýC4C N238
Take a midweek pause with the Mindful Campus team at Âé¶¹Ãâ·Ñ°æÏÂÔØBoulder. This 30-minute weekly session offers a rotating mix of contemplative practices led by Crown Wellness Institute facilitators and community members.

ÌýÌý1–3 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýUMC northeast patio
The Buffs Bandana program is all about showing up for each other. It’s a campus-wide movement to raise awareness around mental health and prevent suicide—because no one should struggle alone.

ÌýÌý3–6 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýVirtual
Connect with employers looking to hire current students, recent grads and alumni into open roles within the music, film and entertainment industries. Âé¶¹Ãâ·Ñ°æÏÂÔØBoulder students and alumni from all majors, experience levels and backgrounds are welcome to attend this free event.

ÌýÌý4–10 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýThe Connection
Think you’ve got what it takes to dominate the arena? Join Âé¶¹Ãâ·Ñ°æÏÂÔØGaming and The Connection for an epic Super Smash Bros tournament! It’s free to enter, and signups start at 4 p.m. at The Connection front desk.

ÌýÌý5:15–7 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýVillage Center Dining, Demo Kitchen
Learn basic cooking techniques and make a meal from scratch! All materials provided.

Thursday, Oct. 9

ÌýÌýNoon–4 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýNorlin Library, Rooms E206A and B
Join the Buffs One Read community to watch the docuseries "Working: What we do all day," inspired by Studs Terkel's bookÌý"." Terkel's book changed how people talked about work by listening to the experiences of ordinary people. The same book inspired Dave Isay's collection,Ìý"," this year's Buffs One Read. Stop in any time to view the docuseries and grab some popcorn. Find inspiration and insights for a behind-the-scenes look at how people experience their work.Ìý

ÌýÌý2–4 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýKittredge Central
The mobile food pantry is free and open to Âé¶¹Ãâ·Ñ°æÏÂÔØBoulder 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 reuseable bags or boxes! Food will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last.Ìý

ÌýÌý3–6 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýVirtual
Connect with employers looking to hire current students, recent grads and alumni into open roles within the art, history and culture industries. Âé¶¹Ãâ·Ñ°æÏÂÔØBoulder students and alumni from all majors, experience levels and backgrounds are welcome to attend this free event.

ÌýÌý5–6:30 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýC4C N320
Join us for mahjong or carrom, or bring your own game to share! Connect with others and have a blast.

ÌýÌý5–8 p.mÌýÌýÌýKoenig Alumni Center
Join us for the National Latiné Heritage Month closing event! Come celebrate with delicious food, vibrant music and great vibes as we wrap up a month of honoring Latiné culture and heritage. Don't miss out on this festive and memorable gathering.

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 Âé¶¹Ãâ·Ñ°æÏÂÔØBoulder students on Thursdays.

ÌýÌý7:30–9:30 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýRec Center
Join us for a welcoming night at the pool! All identities, allies and body types are invited to splash, swim and celebrate community in a safe and affirming space.

ÌýÌý8–10 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýThe Connection
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, Oct. 10

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1 thing to check off your to-do listÌý

  • ÌýÌý: Watch the U.S. men’s national soccer team take on Australia! Pick up tickets on Oct. 10 between noon and 2 p.m. in the Center for Student Involvement (UMC 330). One ticket per student. You must show Buff OneCard to pick up your ticket. If you want to go to the game with a friend, please plan to pick up your tickets together. No tickets will be held. The game is on Tuesday, Oct. 14, at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park in Denver.

ÌýÌý1–2 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýVirtual
Do you want to learn new coping skills to manage overwhelming emotions or feeling out of control? This three-part workshop provides practical skills to help you get back on track and feel better fast.

ÌýÌý3–7 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýUMC Gaming Lounge
Cozy games with friends are the best way to unwind before the weekend. Play your favorites or try something new in good company!

ÌýÌý4–5:30 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýUMC, across from Alferd Packer Grill
Stop by for free coffee, tea, snacks and conversation! International Coffee Hour is open to all members of the Âé¶¹Ãâ·Ñ°æÏÂÔØcommunity. Students, faculty, staff— everyone is welcome!

ÌýÌý5–6 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýThe Connection
Stick around after Community Meeting for a fun, sober night of bowling! Enjoy some friendly competition in a supportive, recovery-focused space.

ÌýÌý7Ìýp.m.ÌýÌýÌýPrentup Field
Cheer on the women's soccer team as they take the pitch against the Arizona State Sun Devils under the lights at Prentup Field.

ÌýÌý8 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýCHEM 140
Join Program Council to watch Together on the big screen, with popcorn and concessions—for free!

Saturday, Oct. 11

ÌýÌý10 a.m.–12:30 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýFarrand Field
Come cheer on the Buffs at the 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 of the Game will have the chance to walk onto Folsom Field during the game!Ìý

ÌýÌýNoon–3:30 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýFolsom Field
Help continue Âé¶¹Ãâ·Ñ°æÏÂÔØBoulder's tradition of zero waste at Âé¶¹Ãâ·Ñ°æÏÂÔØfootball games.ÌýVolunteer shifts will start before the game and last until the end of the third quarter.Ìý

ÌýÌý1:30Ìýp.m.ÌýÌýÌýFolsom Field
Come cheer on the Buffs as they take on the Iowa State University Cyclones in this Saturday afternoon game!Ìý