Faculty-Staff Edition—Dec. 13, 2024
Faculty in Focus
Exploring the ‘musical audacity’ of funk
In a newly published book, CU Boulder Professor Reiland Rabaka delves into the culture and sound of music’s “best-kept secret”
New leadership, bold vision: Michael Uy and the future of the AMRC
American Music Research Center Director Michael Uy discusses his vision for the center, upcoming initiatives and the opportunities and events in store for students under his leadership.
Campus Community
5 winter break tips for faculty and staff
The end of the semester can bring us a sense of much-needed relief (and stress). Here are some tips to help you maintain your well-being at the end of the year.
Having technology issues during finals?
The IT Service Center and the Learning Spaces Technology team are open with extended hours during finals. Check the full schedule on the OIT website.
CU Boulder secures $3.4M in funding for electric buses
Four new buses will add to the four existing electric buses for a total of eight, accounting for 40% of CU Boulder’s 20-bus fleet.
Katherine Stange named 2025–26 Birman Fellow
The American Mathematical Society recognition supports mid-career female researchers whose achievements demonstrate potential for further contributions to mathematics.
Events & Exhibits
Provost search committee announced, campus invited to listening sessions
Chancellor Justin Schwartz has selected the Provost Search Advisory Committee and invites the campus community to listening sessions in December.
Register by Jan. 2 to see author Isabel Wilkerson speak at MLK event
Join on Jan. 16 to hear Isabel Wilkerson, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and bestselling author, speak at CU Boulder’s Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Convocation. The first 100 students to register will receive a free copy of Wilkerson's book ”Caste.“
Research Updates
Why does the COVID-19 virus sicken some more than others? Discovery sheds light
Researchers have discovered a protein variant that serves as a knob for regulating the body’s innate immune response. The findings could lead to new therapies for Long COVID, autoimmune disorders and more.
A front-row seat to evolution: What common barn swallows can teach us about how new species form
In a CU Boulder-led study, scientists describe how different traits used to choose mates in barn swallow populations are driving the bird to diverge, which could eventually lead to the formation of new species.
Scientists aim to reduce emissions from cows—by changing their diet
A high-tech laser measured gases produced by cattle on a Kansas feedlot. The results may help mitigate future cattle emissions.
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