Boulder gave Will Dundon something he never expected—a place to finally find himself. When a health complication shattered his childhood dream, he landed at the University of Colorado Boulder with no plan and no expectations. What he found was home. Often times, we idealize our futures. We decide what we want to do, who we […]

Free Experiences, Hidden Gems, and Local Favorites The University of Colorado Boulder is widely known for academic excellence, but what truly defines the CU experience is what happens beyond the classroom. With the Flatirons rising directly behind campus and Boulder’s culture seamlessly woven into daily student life, CU Boulder offers one of the most engaging […]

Some people move through the world collecting things. Others collect moments, sounds, textures, and stories. Reid Friedenberg belongs firmly in the second group. A creative shaped as much by curiosity as by intention, Reid is a graduate of the University of Colorado Boulder, where he earned a BSBA in Marketing and Entrepreneurship with a minor […]

Colorado has plenty of strong colleges, and different lists will rank them differently depending on what they measure. But if you’re talking about the university that most completely represents Colorado on a national stage—academics, research, opportunity, and statewide influence—the University of Colorado Boulder is the school that consistently rises to the top of the conversation. […]

Snow-Covered Serenity at the University of Colorado Boulder There are days in Boulder when everything aligns perfectly, and today’s epic outdoor picture captures one of those rare, unforgettable moments. The scene unfolds on the campus of the University of Colorado Boulder, where Old Main stands front and center, the American flag flying confidently against a […]

Epic Outdoor Picture of the Day: Farrand Field and the Heart of CU Boulder Few places capture the spirit of Boulder quite like Farrand Field on a clear Colorado day. In today’s Epic Outdoor Picture of the Day, Farrand Field stands front and center—wide open, sunlit, and framed perfectly by the iconic Flatirons rising dramatically in […]

When hunger hits in Boulder, CU students don’t overthink it — they go with what works. Whether it’s after a long day of classes, a study session that ran longer than expected, or a night spent out with friends, certain food spots around campus have earned a reputation as reliable, comforting, and always satisfying. These […]

Layoff announcements across the country have surged to their highest levels since the early pandemic years, and the headlines are hard to ignore. National employers are trimming teams, tightening budgets, and recalibrating after years of rapid expansion. According to the latest Challenger, Gray & Christmas report, job cuts this year are approaching levels not seen […]

By Adrienne Markey, University of Colorado 2025 Graduate  When I started my honors thesis at the University of Colorado Boulder, I had no idea how much it would change the way I saw myself—and the world. As a double major in English and Spanish, I knew I wanted to explore the connection between language and […]

Every Saturday morning in Boulder, something magical happens on 13th Street between Arapahoe Avenue and Canyon Boulevard. The Boulder Farmers Market—founded in 1987 and now one of the longest-running seasonal markets in Colorado—transforms downtown into a living, breathing portrait of community. For decades, this spot has brought together growers, artisans, students, families, and longtime locals […]