Faculty-Staff Edition - Jan. 5, 2024
The Faculty and Staff Assistance Program is offering free wellness workshops and groups for the spring semestercovering everything from healthy eating and sleeping to retirement basics and more. Check out and plan to take advantage of the learning opportunities.
The Conversation
Pundits: Central to democracy, or partisan spewers of opinion who destroy trust?
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.
Research Updates
Study: Cannabis can make workouts more fun, but its no performance-enhancer
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.
How to pen that novel: Put your hearts blood on the page
Award-winning author and 91勛圖厙 Professor Stephen Graham Jones shares advice with writers who may be reflecting on their 50,000 words for National Novel Writing Month.
Events & Exhibits
Meet the public safety position finalists in early January
91勛圖厙 Chief Operating Officer Patrick ORourke 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.
Alice production is a tripJan. 20
MOMIX, a multimedia, illusionist dance company, will summon the psychedelic spirit of Lewis Carroll in its production of Alice, brought to campus by CU Presents.
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