Upcoming Campus Events: Feb. 3 – Feb. 9

Celebrate Lunar New Year, paint succulent pots, pitch in for Day of Service and watch the Super Bowl at Clyde’s!

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Campus Events

MONDAY

Glass Tumbler Decorating
Monday, Feb. 3 from 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. | Student Life Lounge

• Decorate a glass tumbler with stickers!

Semester Success: Syllabus Review
Monday, Feb. 3 from 2 – 3 p.m. | UC 126

• Plan for success with First2Go. Join us to map out your semester, organize key dates, and set goals to crush it this term! We’ll have lunch, drinks, and handouts for you to follow along!

Making the Jump UCCS to Law School – Virtual Panel Event
Monday, Feb. 3 from 5:30 – 6:45 p.m. | Virtual email

• Join the UCCS Center for Legal Studies for a panel discussion featuring current law students sharing their unique experiences and insights.

TUESDAY

UCCS Ethics Roundtable: Determining the Ethics of Standards-Based Assessment
Tuesday, Feb. 4 from 8:30 – 10 a.m. | Dwire 204 or join virtually

• Join us to learn from ethics fellow Curtis Turner, Associate Teaching Professor, Alternative Licensure Program Coordinator, Teaching and Learning, College of Education on determining the ethics of standards-based assessments. In this roundtable, we will explore the potential long-term effects this repeated messaging may have on students’ self-perception, motivation, and future success. Additionally, we will discuss the role educators can play in mitigating the negative consequences of these assessments and in fostering a more supportive learning environment.

International Student Internship Information Session
Tuesday, Feb. 4 from 10 – 11 a.m. | Virtual event

• Join our international student support staff to learn about all things internships for international students. We will go over regulations, different options available to you while on a student visa, and will be available to answer questions you have.

Virtual Abroad 101 (Tuesday)
Tuesday, Feb. 4 from 12 – 1 p.m. | Virtual event

• If you’re interested in studying abroad, join us at Abroad 101 to learn more about what it means to study abroad, the types of programs we offer and how to apply!

Opioid Overdose Response and Narcan Training
Tuesday, Feb. 4 from 12 – 1 p.m. | Gallogly Recreation and Wellness Center, Group Fitness Room 2

• Join us for a presentation on the dangers of opioids and how to recognize and respond to an opioid overdose. Those that attend will have access to free a naloxone (Narcan) kit and fentanyl testing strips.

Volunteer Day: Keyhole Garden Build
Tuesday, Feb. 4 from 1 – 4 p.m. | UCCS Farm

• Join us at the farm for a volunteer day!

Rainbow Reunion: Welcome Back Mixer
Tuesday, Feb. 4 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. | MOSAIC and LGBTQ+ Resource Center (UC 110)

• Join the MOSAIC and LGBTQ+ Resource Center as we jump into spring semester with the Rainbow Reunion: Welcome Back Mixer. We’ll have food, games, activities, prizes, and much more. Learn about upcoming events and opportunities to get involved.

WEDNESDAY

Driver’s License and Car Buying Information Session
Wednesday, Feb. 5 from 10 – 11 a.m. | Virtual event

• Learn about obtaining a driver’s license in the U.S., the step-by-step process to understand the requirements to passing the tests, what to consider when purchasing a car, and learn about financing options, insurance, and legal requirements.

UCCS Graduate School Admissions – Preparing for Grad School Applications
Wednesday, Feb. 5 from 11 – 11:30 a.m. | Cragmor Lawn, Student Life Lounge, Berger Hall, West Lawn

• Are you in the process of preparing materials for your graduate school applications? Or are you just getting started? Join us for a quick, 30 minute ~virtual~ information session to discuss helpful tips for preparing materials for your graduate school applications!

Waffle Walk-in Wednesdays
Wednesday, Feb. 5 from 2:30 – 4 p.m. | Copper House 9202

• Waffle Wednesdays are your midweek treat and support session! Join us at the International Affairs Office every Wednesday for free, delicious waffles and expert guidance on studying abroad and international student support. Don’t miss out on this perfect blend of sweetness and savvy advice!

Help Me Live: 20 things people with cancer want you to know
Wednesday, Feb. 5 from 3:30 – 5 p.m. | UCCS Farm House

• Supporting a loved one with cancer isn’t straightforward. Join the Wellness Center for a 4-week workshop promoting healthy conversation around the topic of people supporting a loved one with cancer. Books will be provided to all participants.

Lunar New Year Celebration
Wednesday, Feb. 5 from 5 – 7 p.m. | Roaring Fork Dining Hall

• Join us in our Lunar New Year Celebration with MOSAIC! 1 Meal Swipe or $10.25 for admission.

THURSDAY

Breaks with Bella
Thursday, Feb. 6 from 9:15 – 11 a.m. | Kraemer Family Library

• Dog Lover? Needing some comfort from a four legged friend? Take a break from your studies and come de-stress with Bella! They will be at the 2nd floor front entrance (The Apse) of the Kraemer Library every other Thursday starting spring semester.

Virtual Abroad 101
Thursday, Feb. 6 from 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. | Virtual event

• If you’re interested in studying abroad, join us at Abroad 101 to learn more about what it means to study abroad, the types of programs we offer and how to apply!

College of Engineering and Applied Science Open House
Thursday, Feb. 6 from 5 – 7 p.m. | UCCS Engineering and Applied Science Building

• We are welcoming prospective students and parents, high school students, community college students, alumni, and the public to come visit our buildings, labs, and classrooms. Chat with faculty and staff about degree programs and get your questions answered. There will be representatives from each department and degree area, some of our student clubs, and our campus friends. This is a come and go event with self-guided tours and is open to the public. Parking is free* (must RSVP* for parking details).

FRIDAY

MLK Day of Service and Action: Knowledge is Power discussion panel
Friday, Feb. 7 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Kettle Creek

• This is a unique opportunity to hear perspectives, experiences, and ideas on how we can continue to advance Dr. King’s vision within our campus and broader community. Our panelists will engage in a dynamic discussion alongside UCCS faculty, staff, and Colorado Springs community leaders, reflecting on Dr. King’s teachings and their relevance today. Come and learn how your voice can inspire action and contribute to shaping a more inclusive future.

Succulent Pot Painting
Friday, Feb. 7 from 5 – 6:30 p.m. | Centennial Hall, Room 280

• Decorate a pot for your new succulent buddy with the Art Club! Supplies and snacks will be provided, as well as additional information about the club’s upcoming events!

Bake with COE
Friday, Feb. 7 from 5 -7 p.m. | Lane Center 130

• Need a sweet treat?? Come bake with the College of Education!!

How to Wax Ski & Snowboards
Friday, Feb. 7 from 6 – 7:30 p.m. | SOLE Center

• Learn how to tune your snowboards and skis for free!

SATURDAY

MLK Day of Service
Saturday, Feb. 8 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. | Student Life Lounge/4795 Granby Cir.

• UCCSlead presents the Fourth Annual UCCS MLK Days of Service and Action. Inspired by the federal holiday in honor of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and is a way for UCCS to invest in the health and harmony of its community. Come alongside UCCSlead as we complete a campus service day for Project Angel Heart (decorating bags for food delivery!) and Special Kids Special Families (organization and cleaning projects for an educational facility!). More details here.

MOSAIC Spring Refresh Retreat
Saturday, Feb. 8 from 12 – 5:30 | University Center

• Start the semester with a focus on feeling refreshed! Join us for a half-day experience designed for UCCS students to enhance skills around self-care, academic success, and building community. Attendance is free, but registration is required in advance.

SUNDAY

The Big Game!
Sunday, Feb. 9 from 4 – 9 p.m. | Clyde’s Gastropub

• Join us for “The Big Game” at Clyde’s!

Arts & Culture

The Heart Sellers
Runs Jan. 31 – Feb. 16 with several showtimes | Dusty Loo Bon Vivant Theater

• Thanksgiving dinner looms over a grocery store in 1970s America, when Luna and Jane, immigrants from The Philippines and Korea and both medical student wives, strike up a conversation over matching coats and matching challenges. With a suspiciously frozen turkey in the oven, the two women bond over disco, Disneyland, and the drive to make a home that–until tonight– has felt so isolated. This Colorado premiere of a poignant, charming new play from Lloyd Suh, and directed by Jenna Moll Reyes (Twelfth Night) explores the longing that connects across barriers and against all odds. Select a showtime and purchase tickets here.

“Chit Chat” speaker series, a collaboration between GOCA and Theatreworks
Thursday, Feb. 6 at 6 p.m. | Ent Center for the Arts

• This season welcomes the return of the beloved CHIT CHAT speaker series! Join us for a reinvigorated spin on the series, now a collaboration between GOCA and Theatreworks. CHIT CHAT is a mash-up speaker series that brings together two speakers on different topics, generating possible connections through conversation.

International Championship of Collegiate A Cappella: Southwest Quarterfinal 3
Saturday, Feb. 8 at 7 p.m. | Shockley-Zalabak Theater

• The Varsity Vocals International Championship of Collegiate A Cappella (ICCA) is a premiere tournament dedicated to showcasing the art of student a cappella singing and providing top-notch a cappella groups with valuable feedback from highly qualified judges. These young vocalists have the opportunity to share their talent with an international audience, develop relationships with each other, and cultivate the art of a cappella singing and a lifelong love of music! Purchase tickets here.

Colorado Springs Youth Symphony Association Winter Concerts
Sunday, Feb. 9 at 12:30 p.m. | Shockley-Zalabak Theater

• Come join our wonderful Jazz and full orchestra as they captivate us with wonderful music that is sure to warm your heart on a cold winter day. Under the direction of Dan Bell and Dr. Alexander Magalong, our young musicians display their amazing talents. Purchase tickets here.

Colorado Springs Youth Symphony Association Winter Concerts
Sunday, Feb. 9 at 3 p.m. | Shockley-Zalabak Theater

• Come join our wonderful String Orchestras as they captivate us with wonderful music that is sure to warm your heart on a cold winter day. Under the direction of Jennifer West, Jesse Maurer, and Jennifer Boylan, our young musicians display their amazing talents. Purchase tickets here.
  

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For more events on campus, check out Mountain Lion Connect, our central campus events calendar.