On a brilliant summer day in Boulder, Colorado, today’s Outdoor Picture of the Day captures one of the city’s most recognizable sights: the red-tiled rooftops of the University of Colorado Boulder campus beneath blue skies and the dramatic backdrop of the Flatirons. The scene is unmistakably Boulder. Across campus, warm red-orange roofs rise above green […]

Why Everyone Ends Up at CU Boulder’s University Memorial Center BOULDER, Colo. — If there’s one place that captures the spirit of the University of Colorado Boulder, it’s the University Memorial Center, better known simply as the UMC. Whether students are grabbing lunch between classes, studying with friends, meeting for a club event, or simply […]

From CU Students to Longtime Locals, More Boulder Residents Are Finding Connection in New Ways If you’ve spent any time in Boulder recently, you’ve probably noticed something changing. More people are looking for ways to meet friends, build community, and enjoy social life without alcohol being the center of the experience. Some are sober. Others […]

There are few sights more iconic—or more alive with possibility—than the campus of University of Colorado Boulder on a perfect Colorado day. Today’s Outdoor Picture of the Day captures the heart of Boulder magic: vibrant green lawns, the warm glow of red-tiled roofs, and the dramatic Flatirons rising against the Rocky Mountains in the background. […]

On a beautiful Colorado afternoon, a group of students at the University of Colorado Boulder sits together on a campus bench, enjoying one of those perfect Boulder days that seem almost too good to be real. Laptops rest on their laps, backpacks sit nearby, and conversations flow easily as they soak up the sunshine between […]

A Beautiful Day on the Grass at the Heart of CU Boulder On a perfect Colorado afternoon, the lawn outside Norlin Library becomes one of the most peaceful and iconic gathering spots on the campus of University of Colorado Boulder. Students spread out blankets, open laptops, toss Frisbees, study for finals, or simply lean back […]

The national debate around college costs continues to grow in 2026, but a new return on investment study suggests that earning a degree from the University of Colorado Boulder may still be one of the smartest long term investments students can make. A recent 2026 analysis highlighted by The Washington Post examining college return on […]

With the Flatirons rising just beyond campus, the University of Colorado Boulder stands out as one of the most visually stunning and academically accomplished universities in the country. From its signature red-tile rooftops to iconic gathering spots like Farrand Field, CU Boulder blends natural beauty with serious innovation. But beyond the scenery, here are five […]

Outdoor Picture of the Day: The Heart of CU Boulder in Full Beauty The stunning red roofs of University of Colorado Boulder’s iconic Norlin Library rise beautifully above the lush green lawns in tonight’s Outdoor Picture of the Day. Framed by bright Colorado sunshine and colors, this timeless campus scene captures everything people love about […]

It’s 1 a.m. during finals week. You’re deep into a paper or group project on The Hill, your brain is fried, and the only thing that sounds right is a warm, gooey chocolate chip cookie. Preferably one that shows up at your door without you having to leave. Boulder understands the assignment. With nearly 38,000 […]