18 things to do: Make friendship bracelets (Ralphie鈥檚 Version) and more
Kick off the week with some fun events: Taylor Swift Night, a mashed potato bar, DIY self-care kits, a Veterans Day Ceremony, a basic cooking class, a volunteer opportunity at a horse stable, wheelchair basketball and more.
Monday, Nov. 6
12:30鈥2:30 p.m.
Engineering Center
Check in with Health and Wellness Services about your goals. This can help you discuss how you are feeling and create a plan to stay on track.
2 p.m.
UMC, North Dining Room
Celebrate the start of the week with a warm bowl of fluffy mashed potatoes!
7鈥9 p.m.
鈥婽he Connection
Are you up for a challenge? Put your knowledge to the test with Trivia Night at The Connection.
Tuesday, Nov. 7
11 a.m.鈥搉oon
鈥婲orlin Library, Room E206
This presentation contains an overview of Amazon AWS and Microsoft Azure cloud services.
11 a.m.鈥1 p.m.
鈥婲orlin Library east entrance
Craft your own self-care kit with Health and Wellness Services. It can help to learn strategies to take care of the mind and body while tackling exams.
4鈥5 p.m.
鈥婻ec Center, ice overlook meeting room
If you鈥檙e an active Buff, it is especially important to fuel your body in the right way. Some foods can help sustain your energy more than others.
Wednesday, Nov. 8
2鈥6 p.m.
鈥婾MC atrium (first floor)
Its the 70th anniversary of the University Memorial Center. Come celebrate with free pizza, cupcakes and a fun scavenger hunt.
5:30鈥7:30 p.m.
鈥媀illage Center
Get back to basics鈥攊n person this time! Learn a simple recipe made with basic ingredients during this cooking lesson! is open now.
6鈥7 p.m.
鈥婥4C N320
Connect to your community with the Center for Inclusion and Social Change. During the gathering, you will make new friends, play card games, board games and more.
Thursday, Nov. 9
10鈥11 a.m.
Virtual
Employers often have to sort through an abundance of resumes and cover letters when hiring for a new position. Get tips for standing out.
Noon鈥5 p.m.
鈥婱eet on the UMC south terrace
Do you like horses? During this volunteer activity, you will help prepare the horses and barn for winter at the Colorado Therapeutic Riding Center.
8鈥10 p.m.
鈥婾MC Aspen Rooms
鈥淪hake it Off鈥 at Buffalo Nite! Swifties are invited to an evening of Taylor Swift-themed activities, games and music. There will even be an Era鈥檚 Tour-themed costume contest, so come dressed as your favorite era.
Friday, Nov. 10
11 a.m.
鈥婾MC Glenn Miller Ballroom
Celebrate and honor U.S. veterans with this ceremony at the UMC. Ben Purser, the vice president for geostrategic risk at the Institute for Security and Technology will be speaking at the event.
5鈥6 p.m.
鈥婭mig Music, Room S101
This group is for LGBTQ+ grad students. Students from all departments are welcome to attend to discuss their work and collaborate with peers.
10鈥11 p.m.
鈥婩iske Planetarium
$8鈥$12
Dave Tipper is a pioneer of the electronic music scene. Take a journey through some of his greatest music while experiencing live visuals.
Saturday, Nov. 11
7鈥10 p.m.
鈥婻ec Center, climbing gym
This climbing event is for all levels of climbers who are part of the LGBTQ+ community or allies. Don鈥檛 worry, trained staff will be there to show you the ropes.
7鈥10 p.m.
鈥婻ec Center
All abilities are welcome to join a game of wheelchair basketball that brings a brand new experience to the court.
7:30 p.m.
鈥婾niversity Theatre, Charlotte York Irey Theatre,
$20
This performance will be an exploration of community and identity through dance, featuring work choreographed by MFA dance candidates.