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Season of Light explores the reasons humans are so fascinated with lighting up the holiday season. It’s an exploration of the astronomical meanings behind seasonal traditions.

The Faculty and Staff Assistance Program is offering free wellness workshops and groups for the spring semester—covering everything from healthy eating and sleeping to retirement basics and more. Check out and plan to take advantage of the learning opportunities.

Join the Center for African & African American Studies for a Kwanzaa celebration honoring the rich traditions of the Nguzo Saba—the seven principles of Kwanzaa, which emphasize family, community and culture.

In response to requests, faculty experts will discuss a range of topics related to Arab-Israeli conflict. The Â鶹Ãâ·Ñ°æÏÂÔØBoulder forum will follow an informal format and is open to the public.

Partnering with Â鶹Ãâ·Ñ°æÏÂÔØBoulder’s Center for the Study and Prevention of Violence, an upcoming Boulder Valley School District event in Lafayette, Colorado, will involve research expertise, sharing warning signs for violence, strategies for being an upstander and more.

All faculty and staff are invited to attend this faculty assembly-hosted presentation by Theresa Hernández, who will discuss the Â鶹Ãâ·Ñ°æÏÂÔØAthletics state-of-the-art program designed to address mental health through a focus on wellness and more.

Be immersed in the comfort and joy of twinkling lights, seasonal greenery and beautiful music at Â鶹Ãâ·Ñ°æÏÂÔØBoulder’s Holiday Festival, an enchanting annual tradition for all ages.

Helping employees feel valued is one of leadership’s many challenges. And what exactly does it mean to value an individual? Micro-affirmations can be a great place to start. Join the Ombuds Office and Bina Patel; learn tips to start effectively valuing staffers.

Get a special Â鶹Ãâ·Ñ°æÏÂÔØcommunity preview of Denver Zoo Lights. Take pictures with Chip the buffalo and Milo the lynx, participate in a scavenger hunt and trivia games, ride the zoo attractions and tour the brilliantly lit animal sculptures.

In his Nov. 28 Distinguished Research Lecture, Professor Kirk Ambrose will discuss how institutions used art to authenticate religious relics, as well as condemn counterfeiting.