Ceal Barry Summer Camp Offers Denver Minority Students Lessons In Science, Technology And Basketball

June 20, 2002

University of Colorado at ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ's School of Education and CU women's basketball coach Ceal Barry are collaborating on a computer camp for 25 female African American and Latina students grades six to eight June 24 to June 28 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Barry and assistant coach La Tonya Watson will conduct a basketball mini-clinic on June 25 at the CU Recreation Center. Watson, an African American, also will speak to the students during lunch about her life experiences and becoming assistant coach.

Community Meeting On Avon Breast Cancer Walk Scheduled For July 10

June 19, 2002

The University of Colorado at ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ Office of Community Affairs will host a public meeting on the "Avon Breast Cancer 3-Day" walk on Wednesday, July 10, from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Darley Commons, room 103, in the Williams Village complex at 30th Street and Baseline Road. The "Avon Breast Cancer 3-Day" is a national fundraiser taking place in 13 cities during summer 2002.

Fifteen Boettcher Scholars Choose CU-ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ For Fall 2002

June 18, 2002

Chancellor Richard Byyny and the Boettcher Foundation have announced that 15 Boettcher Scholars have chosen to attend the University of Colorado at ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ for their undergraduate studies, the highest number of any Colorado institution. The Boettcher Scholarship is considered to be the most prestigious merit-based scholarship available to graduating high school seniors in the state of Colorado. Forty Boettcher Scholars are selected annually to attend any of the 16 four-year accredited colleges and universities in Colorado.

CU-ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ Faculty Help Lead Summer History Institute For Jefferson County Teachers

June 17, 2002

Several CU-ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ faculty members participated in a weeklong summer institute on teaching American history for approximately 120 Jefferson County teachers. At the final event on June 7, the teachers expressed their appreciation of the institute with a standing ovation.

CU-ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ Office Of Judicial Affairs Processing Cases Of 9 Students In Case; Chancellor Outlines Mandates To Athletics

June 17, 2002

The Office of Judicial Affairs at the University of Colorado at ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ has charged nine CU-ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ students who were involved in a party attended by football recruits and players last Dec. 7 with violations of the Student Code of Conduct. The nine students include both women and men and athletes and non-athletes, according to Matthew Lopez Philips, acting director of the Office of Judicial Affairs. The nine cases are being processed.

Deborah Coffin Named Housing Director At CU-ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ

June 12, 2002

Deborah Coffin has been named director of the Department of Housing at the University of Colorado at ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ, according to Ron Stump, vice chancellor for student affairs. The appointment has been approved by Chancellor Richard Byyny and is effective July 1. Coffin has held the position on an interim basis since December. "During the past six months Deb has proven her ability to serve in the position and has earned my confidence, as well as others, that she is the right person to be the director," Stump said.

Secrets Of Black Holes Revealed At June 15 CU Wizards Show

June 9, 2002

What would happen to someone who fell into a black hole? Audience members will have a chance to find out at the CU Wizards show "Black Holes" on Saturday, June 15. Professor Andrew Hamilton of the astrophysical and planetary sciences department will demonstrate the concepts of black holes in CU-ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ's Fiske Planetarium at 9:30 a.m.

CU-ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ Adds 11 New Study Abroad Programs

June 9, 2002

The University of Colorado at ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ has added 11 new Study Abroad programs, increasing the total number to 150 in 68 countries. CU-ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ faculty members will accompany students in two of the new programs, the East Asian Studies summer program and the West African Music and Cultures summer program in Ghana. In the latter program, Professor Kwasi Ampene of the College of Music will instruct students in his native country.

Largest Class Of High School Students In Pre-Collegiate Summer Programs Starts At CU-ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ June 15

June 9, 2002

More than 180 students from 15 Denver-area high schools will participate in the Pre-Collegiate Development Summer Residential Program at the University of Colorado at ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ, the largest class in the program's history. According to Director Johanna Maes, 85 juniors and 101 sophomores are enrolled in programs that include a variety of academic courses, study skills instruction, and workshops on preparing for college entrance exams and the application process.

Orientation Program Prepares New Students For Life At CU-ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ

June 5, 2002

Students preparing to begin study at the University of Colorado at ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ can get helpful advising and a sneak preview of life on campus starting June 13. CU-ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ's College of Arts and Sciences orientation program will offer nine two-day sessions during the summer for freshmen and two for transfer students. Business students also are invited to some of the sessions. Engineering, music, and architecture and planning students must attend orientation programs at their colleges during the week before fall classes begin.

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