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The first sighting of atoms flying in formation has been reported by physicists at the Department of Commerce's National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and the University of Colorado at Boulder (CU-Boulder) in the Aug. 13 issue of Physical Review Letters.* While the Air Force and geese prefer a classic "V," the strontium atoms-choreographed in this experiment with precision laser pulses and ultracold temperatures-were recorded flying in the shape of a cube.

The University of Colorado at Boulder athletic department has donated pay-per-view proceeds of $11,000 from last season's football game against ¿ªÐÄ¹í´«Ã½ State to the CU-Boulder Libraries. The donation was first announced before the Sept. 11, 2003 game. The funds were received this summer by the libraries' new "Top Drawer Society" donor program, which honors donations of $10,000 or more.

Note to Editors: Media can arrange to attend the Aug. 18 presentation of "Just Another Party" by calling Rebecca Brown at (303) 492-4307. Student actors presenting the theater piece "Just Another Party" for incoming freshmen is one of many orientation activities being offered this week for new students in the CU-Boulder College of Arts and Sciences.

University of Colorado at Boulder students are being sent safe celebrating tips to help them avoid the potentially serious risks of hosting irresponsible parties. Suspensions, legal charges, fines and injuries are some of the possible consequences of hosting or attending a party that violates Boulder city ordinances and campus rules.

Before they begin classes, new students at the University of Colorado at Boulder will participate in a variety of fun and information-packed activities starting Aug. 17 including biking and hiking tours, a carnival and concert. The activities are planned to allow students a chance to get acquainted with the campus and surrounding community before fall semester begins Aug. 23. The activities are in addition to the usual array of orientation sessions that cover the details of class registration, policies and student services at each college.

Note to Editors: Images and international media contacts for the project are available at http://www.glaciology.gfy.ku.dk/ngrip/index_eng.htm . A team of international researchers working on the North Greenland Ice Core Project recently recovered what appear to be plant remnants nearly two miles below the surface between the bottom of the glacial ice and the bedrock.

Instead of possible suspension after three violations of alcohol laws and policies, students at the University of Colorado at Boulder this fall can be suspended after their second violation. Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs Ron Stump described it as a tougher "Three Strike" alcohol policy. "If a student is already on probation and again found to be in simple violation of alcohol laws or policies, he or she will be subject to suspension from the university for at least one full semester," he said.

Primary Points - First and foremost, at CU-Boulder, we are deeply concerned about the health and safety of our students. - Alcohol abuse and underage drinking are long-term societal problems that require long-term educational and social initiatives. - For universities, each year is a challenge with a new wave of students coming to campus, bringing a new set of experiences and issues.

For the first time ever, incoming freshmen at the University of Colorado at Boulder this fall are required to complete an online alcohol education course before classes begin Aug. 23. The three-hour "AlcoholEdu" course, created and administered by a private company, is intended to address alcohol abuse and related problems not by preaching but by focusing on educating students to make informed decisions.

The University of Colorado at Boulder is making solid progress on implementing the action plan for oversight and reorganization of its intercollegiate athletics program, according to CU-Boulder Provost Phil DiStefano. DiStefano presented a report on the most recent implementation steps during a study session by the CU Board of Regents Wednesday, Aug. 11, at the Fitzsimons campus in Denver.