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Pundits: Central to democracy, or partisan spewers of opinion who destroy trust?

Jan. 4, 2024

A pundit is someone who offers commentary in the media on a particular subject area. Read more from Professor Mike McDevitt, discussing roles and trends related to pundits, on The Conversation.

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Study: Cannabis can make workouts more fun, but it’s no performance-enhancer

Jan. 3, 2024

A first-of-a-kind laboratory study of runners shows that using cannabis before training can boost motivation and mood. However, if the THC content is high, it can also make exercise feel harder, potentially sabotaging performance.

Reiland Rabaka, La'Keisha Anderson and Alazar Gebremichael

Celebrate 1st anniversary of CAAAS Day—Feb. 1

Jan. 3, 2024

In 2023, Colorado Governor Jared Polis proclaimed the first day of Black History Month each year as the Center for African and African American Studies Day. This anniversary event is open to the public and its original location has been moved to the Glenn Miller Ballroom.

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Alumni Award nominations now open

Jan. 3, 2024

The annual Alumni Award program is one of CU «Ƶ’s longest-standing traditions—and it can’t happen without you. Do you know a remarkable alum? Nominate them by Jan. 29.

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‘The Exorcist’ maintains its terrifying staying power

Jan. 2, 2024

“The Exorcist” film, which recently turned 50, continues to leave a mark on Christians and the larger American public as both a horror film and a story about the battle between good and evil. Associate Professor Deborah Whitehead discusses.

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Colorado’s mellowing marijuana industry

Jan. 2, 2024

Ten years after the launch of recreational cannabis sales, the sector faces unique challenges.

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Enroll in multi-factor authentication before Jan. 9

Dec. 22, 2023

Enroll in Duo multi-factor authentication now, before it is required to access Buff Portal and MyCUInfo, starting Tuesday, Jan. 9.

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Meet the public safety position finalists in early January

Dec. 22, 2023

CU «Ƶ Chief Operating Officer Patrick O’Rourke announced three finalists for the position of associate vice chancellor for public safety. Review the candidates’ bios and register to attend the forums, which will take place Jan. 9, 10, 11.

Matt Morris, George Kurtz and Daniel Donado Quintero stand in front of Morris's new home

Engineering students help professor rebuild the home he lost in Marshall Fire

Dec. 22, 2023

George Kurtz, a senior in architectural engineering, and Daniel Donado Quintero, a first-year civil engineering doctoral student, came together to rebuild their professor's home after it was destroyed in the Marshall Fire.

Palmer Dick-Montez

Triple honors for mechanical engineering graduate

Dec. 21, 2023

Palmer Dick-Montez is receiving major kudos as he graduates with a mechanical engineering degree—three different outstanding graduate awards.

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