Summer Services

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Health and Wellness Services will continue to offer services and programs throughout the summer. Services are available to in-state students, out-of-state students, incoming students and recent graduates.

Students in Colorado   Students outside Colorado   Recent graduates   Incoming students  

Students in Colorado

Those who will be in the state of Colorado have full access to all our summer programs and services.

   Mental wellness

Your mental health matters. Check out these services to support your mental well-being this summer.



 

Let’s Talk

CAPS will continue to offer one in-person Let’s Talk session over the summer. This session will be held once per week at the Center for Inclusion and Social Change. Let’s Talk Psychiatry will not be available over the summer. 

Mental health workshops

CAPS will be hosting a free, virtual Anxiety Toolbox workshop once per week over the summer. 

Screening appointments

CAPS will be open for screenings throughout the summer. Screenings are available virtually or in person during drop-in hours. 

Group therapy

Several process therapy and skills-based therapy groups will be open over the summer.  

AcademicLiveCare

AcademicLiveCare (ALC) is a telehealth platform that allows students, staff and faculty to schedule and attend counseling, psychiatry, nutrition and medical appointments from anywhere for free. 

Thriving Campus is a free service that can help you connect with community providers based on your interests, location, needs and insurance plan. You can even filter providers by specialty, gender and more. 

Gold SHIP insurance benefits

Students enrolled in Â鶹Ãâ·Ñ°æÏÂÔØAnthem Gold Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) can access community with no copay. Please note, insurance benefits expire July 31, 2024. To continue coverage, please complete your 2024-25 insurance requirements online to re-enroll in this plan. 

Collegiate Recovery Community (CUCRC)

The CUCRC will continue to provide one support meeting in person and virtually throughout the summer This meeting is open to all students who are in recovery or interested in pursuing recovery from substances, self-harm, gambling, disordered eating, shopping and other harmful or addictive behaviors. 

Office of Victim Assistance (OVA)

OVA is open and will have in-person and telehealth trauma specific counseling and/or advocacy services.  Drop-in hours will be available Monday and Thursday from 11a.m. to 3 p.m. You can also schedule an appointment during the week by calling 303-492-8855. 

  Physical wellness

Want to stay active and healthy this summer? Check out services that are here to support your physical health and well-being.



 

 

Medical Services

Medical Services at Wardenburg Health Center will be open throughout the summer. Appointments are available for primary care, sexual and reproductive health, the travel clinic, massage, acupuncture and more! 

 

Rec Center memberships

Students registered for Summer Session will have access to the Rec Center during their enrollment period. Students not registered for summer classes can purchase access to the Rec Center for $7/day or $13/week. 

 

Welcome Wednesdays

Wednesdays from June 5 through July 24 feature free access to the Rec Center for all Buff OneCard holders. 

No programs, services or equipment rentals are included with this promotion. Guests and visitors must pay a daily use fee of $10. 

 

Instructional fitness

Check out one of the many instructional programs the Rec offers over the summer including swim, dance or martial arts lessons, CPR and first aid certification and much more! 

 

BeFit Pass

Attend any of the Rec Center’s group fitness classes with your Be Fit Pass. 20+ classes are offered every week during the summer. Choose from a variety of classes including dance, cycling, Pilates, yoga and more. 
You must have a Rec Center membership prior to purchasing your Be Fit Pass. 

  • Summer pass fee: $30 (if purchased 5/1-6/2 $35 (if purchased June 3 or later) 
  • Pass is valid May 20 through Aug. 19, 2024

 

Climbing gym memberships

Climbing gym summer memberships are available for $30 and are good through August! Day passes are also available for $7.50 per day. 

A Rec Center membership is required to purchase a climbing gym pass and access the facilities. 

 

Summer intramural sports

Intramural Sports provide an opportunity for students to get connected on campus, meet fellow Buffs and stay active. Summer leagues include basketball, tennis, pickleball, racquetball, jumbo volleyball and badminton. Purchase an IM Sports Pass for $10 and get unlimited access to summer league play. 

 

AcademicLiveCare

AcademicLiveCare (ALC) is a telehealth platform that allows students, staff and faculty to schedule and attend counseling, psychiatry, nutrition and medical appointments from anywhere for free. 

 

Gold SHIP insurance benefits

Students enrolled in CU’s Anthem Gold Student Health Insurance Plan can schedule medical appointments with , even if they are not in Colorado. Please note, insurance benefits expire July 31, 2024. To continue coverage, please complete your 2024-25 insurance requirements online to re-enroll in this plan. 

 

Free wellness supplies

Free health and wellness supplies such as hand sanitizer, throat lozenges, sleep masks and ear plugs, safer sex supplies, and more will be stocked in the Wellness Suite on the third floor of Wardenburg Health Center. Naloxone and fentanyl test strips are available at the Health Promotion front desk on the third floor of Wardenburg Health Center. 

Students outside Colorado

Students who will be out-of-state have access to select programs and services over the summer.

  Mental wellness

Your mental health matters. Check out these services to support your mental well-being this summer.



 

Thriving Campus is a free service that can help you connect with community providers based on your interests, location, needs and insurance plan. You can even filter providers by specialty, gender and more. 

AcademicLiveCare

AcademicLiveCare (ALC) is a telehealth platform that allows students, staff and faculty to schedule and attend counseling, psychiatry, nutrition and medical appointments from anywhere for free. 

Gold SHIP insurance benefits

Students enrolled in Â鶹Ãâ·Ñ°æÏÂÔØAnthem Gold Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) can access community with no copay. Please note, insurance benefits expire July 31, 2024. To continue coverage, please complete your 2024-25 insurance requirements online to re-enroll in this plan. 

Office of Victim Assistance (OVA)

OVA is available by phone for out-of-state students. Please call to learn more about options, such as criminal, academic, medical, administrative, civil and more. Â鶹Ãâ·Ñ°æÏÂÔØBoulder Police and the Office of Institutional Equity and Compliance are also available for support.

Mental health workshops

CAPS will be hosting a free, virtual Anxiety Toolbox workshop once per week over the summer. 

  Physical wellness

Want to stay active and healthy this summer? Check out services that are here to support your physical health and well-being.



 

 

AcademicLiveCare

AcademicLiveCare (ALC) is a telehealth platform that allows students, staff and faculty to schedule and attend counseling, psychiatry, nutrition and medical appointments from anywhere for free. 

 

Do you have a medical question? Out of state students can continue to receive support and answers from their provider at Wardenburg through the MyCUHealth portal. Please note, this tool is not an alternative for medical care. Providers are available to help you connect with services where you are if needed. 

 

Gold SHIP insurance benefits

Students enrolled in CU’s Anthem Gold Student Health Insurance Plan can schedule medical appointments with , even if they are not in Colorado. Please note, insurance benefits expire July 31, 2024. To continue coverage, please complete your 2024-25 insurance requirements online to re-enroll in this plan. 

Recent graduates

Did you graduate in May? Recent grads have access to select programs and services over the summer.


 

Counseling and Psychiatric Services (CAPS)

Recent graduates who are in the state of Colorado can continue to take advantage of CAPS over the summer, regardless of their insurance plan. 

Please note: Recent graduates will not be able to access services after July 31, 2024.

Medical Services

Recent graduates who are in the state of Colorado and enrolled in CU’s Anthem Gold Student Health Insurance Plan can continue to schedule medical appointments at Medical Services. 

Please note: Recent graduates will not be able to access services after July 31, 2024.

Rec Center memberships

Spring memberships at the Rec Center expire May 31. Alumni can continue to access The Rec through the purchase of a ‘University Affiliate' membership which offers daily, monthly, semester and punch pass options.

AcademicLiveCare

AcademicLiveCare (ALC) is a telehealth platform that allows students, staff and faculty to schedule and attend counseling, psychiatry, nutrition and medical appointments from anywhere for free. If you’ve recently graduated, you can still create an account and attend appointments online. 

Thriving Campus is a free service that can help you connect with community providers wherever you are based on your interests, needs, location and insurance plan. You can even filter providers by specialty, gender and more. 

Gold SHIP insurance benefits

Students enrolled in CU’s Anthem Gold Student Health Insurance Plan will continue to have insurance coverage through July 31, 2024. You can schedule appointments wherever you are with . 

Incoming students

New to CU? Incoming students can access select services made just for you.


 

Pre-arrival programs

Â鶹Ãâ·Ñ°æÏÂÔØBoulder's pre-arrival programs offer students the opportunity to move in early and meet people who share similar interests. The Rec Center and Health Promotion both offer pre-arrival programs for students interested in active lifestyles, health and well-being. 

Incoming student trips

Outdoor Pursuits is excited to offer incoming student trips for first-year and transfer students in both June and August this year. These trips are geared toward developing relationships with other Â鶹Ãâ·Ñ°æÏÂÔØstudents while exploring Colorado before the semester begins! 

Student health insurance

Need health insurance? Incoming students can enroll in CU’s Anthem Gold Student Health Insurance Plan to make sure they’re covered this year. The insurance portal opens June 18 and coverage starts before the fall semester on August 1. 

Disability Services

Do you have a disability or temporary medical condition? Be sure to register with Disability Services to access academic and housing accommodations for the fall semester. 

Schedule a consultation

If you are receiving ongoing medical or mental health treatment, you can schedule a consultation with our chronic care team. 

Collegiate Recovery Community (CUCRC)

The CUCRC will continue to provide two support meetings in person and virtually throughout the summer, including Recovery Talks and Community Meetings. These sessions are open to all students who are in recovery or interested in pursuing recovery from substances, self-harm, gambling, disordered eating, shopping and other harmful or addictive behaviors.