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28 things to do: Visit the Roaming Ralphie food truck and more

28 things to do: Visit the Roaming Ralphie food truck and more

This week brings to campus Community Engagement Week, thrift stores at the UMC, a Sundance film series, the Three Minute Thesis final competition, free coffee and movies, and more.Ìý

Monday, Jan. 26

ÌýÌý12:30–2:30 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýC4C Flatirons Room
Salon: a fashionable assemblage of notables. Join other motivated, ambitious Buffs to hear from notable women from on and off campus. Enjoy lunch, networking and a community that prepares CU women to make a positive impact! RSVPs preferred, not required. RSVP to tamara.williams@colorado.edu.

ÌýÌý1–4 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýC4C N238
Join Disability Services for an afternoon of fun in Access+! Bring your friends and enjoy arts and crafts, games, and other activities designed to foster connection and community.

ÌýÌý2–3 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýUMC atrium
Start your week off right by joining the Center for Student Involvement at I Love Mondays! Enjoy a snack and learn about ways you can get involved at CU.

ÌýÌý5–6 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýVirtual
Want a resume that stands out to employers? Join Career Services to review effective strategies to highlight your skills and experiences in your resume. Students will be asked to participate in non-verbal ways and have opportunities to speak and work on their resume during the workshop. Our goal is that you'll leave feeling more informed, confident in your next moves and know how to reengage with our staff as you dive into your job search.

ÌýÌý7 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! It’s free to play, sign-up starts at 6 p.m. at the front desk, and there are prizes for top teams.Ìý

Tuesday, Jan. 27

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4 things to check off your to-do listÌý

  • ÌýÌý: Donate a meal swipe Jan. 27–29 to help a fellow Buff in need.
  • ÌýÌý to see the Denver Nuggets take on the LA Clippers on Jan. 30.
  • ÌýÌýStudent orgs: by Feb. 15.

ÌýÌýJan. 27–29
For 150 years, ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½ÆÆ½â°æÏÂÔØ faculty members,Ìýstudents and staff members have partnered with Colorado communities to pursue public andÌýcommunity-engaged scholarship that respondsÌýto local priorities, co-creates knowledge and drives positive impact. Join the Office for Public andÌýCommunity-Engaged Scholarship for three days of sharing engaged-teaching, learning, creative work, while makingÌýconnectionsÌýand building skills with many of ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½ÆÆ½â°æÏÂÔØ's ownÌýcommunityÌýpartners.

ÌýÌýNoon–10 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýUMC Gaming Lounge
Level up your Tuesdays! Drop by the Gaming Lounge any time between noon and 10 p.m. on TuesdaysÌýfor two free hours of gaming.

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

ÌýÌý7 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýThe Connection
Ready to raise, bluff and go all in? Join our free Texas Hold’em tournament—no pressure, just cards, competition and a shot at some sweet prizes. It’s free to enter and open to all skill levels. Sign-up starts at 6 p.m. at the front desk, and there are prizes for top finishers.Ìý

Wednesday, Jan. 28

ÌýÌý11 a.m.–12:30 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýNorlin Library, CBIS M549
Dive into the rich world of Native storytelling and art, where every tale and image brings a sense of nostalgia and deep-rooted tradition. Don't miss this engaging discussion that will not only evoke memories but also help you discover the animal that resonates with your spirit.

ÌýÌý11 a.m.–1 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýUniversity Club, Lot 201
Join the grand opening of Roaming Ralphie, ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½ÆÆ½â°æÏÂÔØ new food trailer! Stop by the University Club parking lot to celebrate the launch and grab a bite. While the UMC food court is offline this spring semester due to HVAC renovations, Roaming Ralphie will be serving a grill-style menu and daily specials. This is a great chance for students, faculty and staff to check out a new dining option on campus, enjoy fresh food and connect with the community.Ìý

ÌýÌý2–4 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýC4C N238
Need a boost for your next presentation? Drop by Access+ during Josephine Jones Speaking Lab hours for one-on-one coaching, or try out VR technology to practice and perfect your skills.

ÌýÌý4–10 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýThe Connection
Think you’ve got what it takes to dominate the arena? Join CU Gaming and The Connection for an epic Super Smash Bros tournament! It’s free to enter, and sign-ups start at 4 p.m. at The Connection front desk.Ìý

Sundance 101

ÌýÌýJan. 28–Feb. 1ÌýÌýÌýMuenzinger Auditorium (E050)
Don't miss this celebration of selected films that have premiered at the Sundance Film Festival over the decades. These films will be screened by ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½ÆÆ½â°æÏÂÔØ's International Film Series during the same time that the Sundance Film Festival is holding its final year in Park City before moving to Boulder in 2027. Audiences are invited to preview the types of films they can expect to see at the festival next year. Titles include:Ìý

  • Jan. 28, 7:30 p.m.
  • Jan. 29, 7:30 p.m.
  • , Jan. 30, 7:30 p.m.
  • Jan. 31, 7:30 p.m.
  • Feb. 1, 2 p.m.

Thursday, Jan. 29

ÌýÌý8 a.m.–5 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýUMC Arcade
Stop by the UMC Arcade outdoor area to shop thrift store vendors from Boulder and metro Denver. Brought to you by Program Council.

ÌýÌý11–11:45 a.m.ÌýÌýÌýVirtual
Dive into the transformative world of artificial intelligence and its impact on career development. Gain the knowledge and tools to harness AI. Learn valuable insights into how AI is shaping the job market and how you can leverage it for your career journey.ÌýÌý

ÌýÌýNoon–1 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýVirtual
Grad students and postdocs—ready to break into industry or nonprofit work? Join this six-part seminar series.Ìý

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Club sports

Get out and support your Club Sport Buffs! With 30 clubs on campus, there's plenty of action each week. Find your game.

ÌýÌý2–4 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýSEEC atrium
Bring your reusable mug for free coffee! Milk, sugar and creamers are provided as well. You can thank the Environmental Center.

ÌýÌý4–6 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýUMC Glenn Miller Ballroom
Don't miss the ninth annualÌýThree Minute Thesis final competition where competitors will describe their complex research in three minutes, using only one static slide, in front of a panel of judges and a live audience. .

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.Ìý

ÌýÌý5–7 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýCASE Chancellor’s Lounge
Are you looking for a job or internship? Explore the exciting world of startups! At Startups2Students, you will have the opportunity to hear startups pitch their companies and learn about open projects, internships and jobs.

Friday, Jan. 30

ÌýÌýNoonÌýÌýÌýUMC 457
Watch the Denver Nuggets take on the LA Clippers at Ball Arena in Denver on Jan. 30. Pick up tickets same day starting at noon. One ticket per student. 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. Students can take the RTD Flatiron Flyer bus for free with their Buff OneCard to Denver to watch the game.

ÌýÌý1–4 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýC4C N238
Grab your friends and settle in for a relaxed afternoon exploring disability representation in film. From animated favorites like "Finding Nemo" to thought-provoking documentaries like "Asperger’s Are Us," dive into how disability shows up in pop culture and media.

ÌýÌý1:30–3:30 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýC4C N320Ìý
Join the Center for Cultural Connections and Community every Friday for a fun and relaxing time! Whether you’re into crafting, creating or just want to hang out and chat, we’ve got you covered. Each week, there's a new and exciting craft for you to try. It’s the perfect way to unwind and enjoy some awesome queer company.Ìý

ÌýÌý7–9 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýVillage Center, Wellness Space
Unwind with Health Promotion at this non-violent rage room. They will also have DIY tote bags, free comfort food and other fun ways to recharge.Ìý

ÌýÌý8 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýCHEM 140
Join Program Council to watch "Shin Godzilla" (4K remaster) on the big screen, with free popcorn and concessions!

Saturday, Jan. 31

ÌýÌý9–10 a.m.ÌýÌýÌýRegent Administrative Center
Join the Arnold Air Society for a memorial for the Challenger (1986) and Columbia (2003) disasters. Between these two missions, 14 courageous astronauts lost their lives in the pursuit of exploration and innovation. Among them were two CU alumni: Col. Ellison S. Onizuka and Kalpana Chawla. The service will start in front of the Admissions Office and end next to the mathematics building.Ìý

ÌýÌý8–10 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýUMC Glenn Miller Ballroom
Join ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½ÆÆ½â°æÏÂÔØ Program Council for a night of magic with John Rotellini.Ìý

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These events are open to all and do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, creed, religion, veteran status, marital status, political affiliation, political philosophy, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression in accordance with state, federal and Regent law.Ìý