University of Colorado Visitors Guide - Flipbook - Page 3
Welcome to the
University of Colorado
Boulder
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About CU Boulder
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Achievements
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Sustainability
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CU Boulder’s history
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Sports & athletics
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—one of only 38 U.S. public research
institutions in the Association of American
Universities (AAU). Here at CU Boulder,
we’re all about realizing the positive
impacts of new knowledge.
As the flagship university of the state of Colorado,
our goal is to inspire all members of our
community to reach their full potential through
an extraordinary range of globally recognized
academic, research and service opportunities.
We take pride in helping our students, faculty,
staff and partners turn new ideas into productive
outcomes that change lives.
This guide will help you get to know our campus,
culture, history, achievements and community—
including information about the city of Boulder
and the surrounding area. Thank you for visiting
the University of Colorado Boulder. We hope you
enjoy your stay!
The University of Colorado Boulder Campus Visitors Guide is written and designed by
Strategic Relations and Communications, 3100 Marine St., Boulder, CO 80309-0584,
and published by Momentous Campus Media, 5500 Flatiron Parkway #105, Boulder,
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Self-guided tour
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Notable places on campus
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Academic buildings
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Admissions and Visit programs
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Apply to CU Boulder
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Student life
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Housing & involvement
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Campus living
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Graduate School
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Alumni
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Campus map
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Families
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Beyond campus
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Boulder bucket list
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Boulder
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Colorado
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Recreation
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Research & innovation
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Research highlights
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Undergraduate research
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Graduate research
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Innovation & entrepreneurship
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Signature events
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Commencement
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The Colorado Creed
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Campus contacts
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