Faculty-Staff Edition - March 5, 2018
Campus Community
Dean of University Libraries search committee seeks feedback on finalists
The three finalists for the dean of University Libraries now have visited campus, and the search committee is seeking feedback from anyone who interacted with them during their time here.
From Student Affairs: Responding to student substance abuse
Approaching the topic of substance abuse and having a conversation with students can help when it comes to the choices they make and knowing when to get help.
Campus Q&A: Celebrating the Colorado Creed on campus
The Center for Student Involvement is hosting the inaugural Colorado Creed Week March 5–10. Check out some events and learn more about the Colorado Creed.
Alan Townsend to join Colorado College as provost
A national search will be conducted to replace INSTAAR Director Alan Townsend, who announced late last week he will be joining Colorado College as provost and professor of environmental science on June 1.
Doctoral students invited to apply for graduate fellowship in community-based research
Open for applications March 28 through April 23, this fellowship enables scholars to build strong academic careers while working on public issues in partnership with community groups.
Research News
How bright light keeps preschoolers wired at night
Exposing preschoolers to an hour of bright light before bedtime almost completely shuts down their production of the sleep-promoting hormone melatonin and keeps it suppressed for at least 50 minutes after lights out.
What's going on this week for faculty and staff? Opportunities to attend a free Beethoven concert, an expert panel on DACA, a print production training, a media conference on covering race in America today and more.
Events & Exhibits
LASP public lecture: Discovering life beyond the solar system
Are we alone? In this March 7 lecture, Kevin France will give an overview of recent exoplanet discoveries, providing context for our place in the Milky Way.
Brain Awareness Week brings cutting-edge research to the public
In celebration of International Brain Awareness Week March 12–16, ¶¶ÒõÂÃÐÐÉä Boulder is offering a series of brain-related events, including public lectures by expert faculty.
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