Learn about multispectral imaging, go to a Kraemer Family Library exhibit reopening, check out student jobs at the job fair, play trivia and go to the UCCS Farm for the Nourish & Flourish series!
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Campus Events
MONDAY
March Lunch on Us + DIY Canvas Pouch
Monday, March 10 from 12 – 1:30 p.m. | Student Life Lounge
- Join us to make a DIY canvas pouch and enjoy some free tacos!
TUESDAY
Virtual Abroad 101 (Tuesday)
Tuesdays 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!
Sustainability Social
Tuesdays from 12 – 2 p.m. | Sustainability Demonstration House
- Come by for our weekly Sustainability Social – a relaxed, open-house style event where coffee is always brewing, and conversations are flowing. Each week, we explore a new theme around sustainability in an unstructured, informal setting.
What’s Next? Stepping on the Road to Graduate School
Tuesday, March 11 from 12 – 2 p.m. | T. Rowe Price Career and Innovation Center (UC114)
- Join us for a two-part event that begins with an insightful information session about all the things to consider when thinking about and preparing to apply for Graduate School. In the second part, we will be joined by a panel of current graduate students from a variety of departments who will share their experiences! Whether you’re on the cusp of completing your undergraduate degree or simply wondering about future academic opportunities, this event will give you a roadmap of invaluable guidance and inspiration! Learn more here.
Let’s Plan Your International Travel Adventure! (Virtual Info Session)
Tuesday, March 11 from 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. | Virtual event
- Ready to plan your dream international trip? Join our virtual sessions where we’ll help you choose the best destination, plan exciting activities, and manage your budget effectively. Don’t miss out on expert tips and personalized advice to make your travel dreams a reality! Start your adventure with us!
Cafe Scientifique | Old Texts, New Worlds: Uncovering lost texts with multispectral imaging
Tuesday, March 11 from 4:30 – 6 p.m. | Clyde’s Gastropub
- Old scrolls and parchments can hide monumental insights—if only we can decipher their ghostly traces. Learn how researchers harness the magic of multiple light wavelengths and full spectrum cameras to expose the hidden or missing words behind the wear. This talk reveals how cutting-edge imaging transforms the barely legible into a treasure trove of long-lost tales. Our first speaker, Dr. Helen Davies, will present her truly innovative work using technology typically associated with satellite imaging to reveal writings from the 12th and 13th centuries, that are not visible to the eye.
UCCS WiCyS Club Welcomes Lockheed Martin & WiCyS Chapters Across Colorado to Campus!
Tuesday, March 11 from 5 – 7 p.m. | National Cybersecurity Center
- Join Lockheed Martin employees who specialize in cybersecurity and members from all 7 WiCyS (Women in Cybersecurity) Chapters across Colorado at this great networking event! Learn more about Lockheed Martin, what they do, and what roles they employ in the world of cybersecurity. The event is both informal and educational. Please register in advance here.
International Affairs Book Club
Tuesday, March 11 from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. | Kraemer Family Library Apse
- We will read one book during the spring semester, and meet once a month to discuss the book and hang out with other International Students. We will provide the books, and free snacks and beverages at the meetings! This is meant to be a low stress activity, so please join the meetings even if you didn’t get a chance to read everything during the month, or attend our first meeting. Learn more here.
Sound Bath
Tuesday, March 11 from 6 – 7 p.m. | Group Fitness Studio 2
- Attend a Sound Bath, a meditative listening practice, hosted by Campus Recreation. $10 for students and members, $15 for UCCS community members.
KFL 3rd Digital Curation Exhibition Reopening Event: Conversations about Islam and the West
Tuesday, March 11 from 5 – 7:30 p.m. | Kraemer Family Library, 2nd Floor Apse
- We are excited to announce that the KFL 3rd Digital Curation Exhibition, “Conversations about Islam and the West,” will be relocated to a new space by the library’s 2nd floor Apse. This exhibition explores the rich and complex interactions between Islamic and Western cultures through a variety of digital media. To celebrate this relocation, we are hosting a reopening event. Join us for an evening of insightful conversation with curators and creators and explore the exhibition in its new setting.
WEDNESDAY
UCCS Ethics Roundtable: AI: An Essential Tool and Double-Edged Sword
Wednesday, March 12 from 8:30 – 10 a.m. | Dwire 204
- Join us to learn from ethics fellow Dr. Armin Moin, Director of the QAS (Quantum-Classical AI and Software Engineering) Lab and Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Computer Science in the College of Engineering and Applied Science. AI is increasingly becoming an essential tool and a key element of competitiveness in almost every domain. However, nearly everywhere, it is a double-edged sword. This raises some key questions, concerns, and dilemmas, which may not be easy to understand and judge. In this talk, we want to discuss several illustrative cases that we may face in our daily lives, including in teaching and research in academia, and look at them from the lens of ethical principles. Register here.
Coffee & Craft
Wednesday, March 12 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | MOSAIC (UC110)
- Join First2Go for coffee and crafting! We’ll have a variety of crafts, snacks, and drinks for you to enjoy while decompressing from school.
Canine Connections: Erin
Wednesday, March 12 from 1 – 3 p.m. | Excel Multiliteracy Center
- Come spend the afternoon with Erin, one of our dogs visiting campus!
Waffle Walk-in Wednesdays
Wednesdays 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!
Zine Hang
Wednesday, March 12 from 4 – 5 p.m. | Kraemer Family Library
- Come hang out and make zines at the library. No prior zine-making experience necessary, we’re happy to help you get started! Supplies and snacks provided.
Managing Stress in Sports Wellness & Fitness Seminar
Wednesday, March 12 from 5 – 6 p.m. | Mountain Lion Meeting Room
- Join Campus Rec for a seminar on managing stress!
Paracord Bracelets
Wednesday, March 12 from 6 – 7 p.m. | SOLE Center
- Learn to make a variety of bracelets and other handy paracord projects.
English Alumni Career Panel: Graduate School
Wednesday, March 12 from 6 – 7 p.m. | Virtual event
- Learn from UCCS English Alumni about their path to graduate school, with panel members Jennie Morris, Cody Reed and Sean Purcell.
THURSDAY
Spring 2025 Part-Time Job Fair
Thursday, March 13 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Berger Hall
- You are invited to attend the UCCS Part-Time Job Fair! During the fair, you can find part-time and full-time job openings and internships, and network with employers that are currently hiring!
Pie Day
Thursday, March 13 from 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. | University Center Lobby
- Go vote in the Student Government Association election and & get free pie!
Body Reclamation and Empowerment: Unlearning the Effects of Patriarchy on the Body
Thursday, March 13 from 12 – 1 p.m. | UC 122
- Join MOSAIC, Sisterhood and the Feminist Club in this one-hour workshop, led by Jessica Langley, that guides participants in understanding how the patriarchy has affected one’s body image. Learn to celebrate your own body and reclaim your power.
Virtual Abroad 101
Thursdays 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!
Spring Poetry and Craft Night
Thursday, March 13 from 5:30 – 8 p.m. | Columbine Hall 316
- Join the Excel Multiliteracy Center to celebrate the beginning of spring with open mic poetry and crafts!
Jackbox at Trinity Brewing
Thursday, March 13 from 6 – 8 p.m. | Trinity Brewing Main Location
- Come play Jackbox and enjoy some snacks!
FRIDAY
Nourish & Flourish
Fridays from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. | UCCS Farm
- Take a break for yourself and join us for the Nourish and Flourish Series, in partnership with MOSAIC! Every Friday morning, we’ll be offering a variety of wellness activities designed to help you recharge and center yourself. This series provides a dedicated space for you to prioritize your health. No matter your wellness level, you’re invited to come, participate, and enjoy a peaceful moment. Let’s nourish our minds and bodies together, every week! This week’s topic is Early Sowing (indoor starting plants).
Reduce, Reuse, Recreate
Friday, March 14 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Student Life Lounge
- “Reduce, Reuse, and Recreate” is an eco-friendly event that inspires creativity while promoting sustainability. Participants can explore various craft stations, using upcycled materials from past events to make unique art pieces. By reusing supplies, the event encourages reducing waste and caring for the Earth, all while having fun creating something special.
Movie Friday!
Friday, March 14 from 1 – 7 p.m. | University Center
- Join us in the University Center Lion’s Byte Game Room for an epic quest movie marathon!
The Luck of the Iron: The Deadlift
Friday, March 14 from 5:30 – 6:45 p.m. | Fitness Center Floor
- Learn about optimizing programming and recovery for powerlifting! Join us for guest speakers, challenges and giveaways!
Kids Night Out
Friday, March 14 from 6 – 9 p.m. | Recreation & Wellness Center
- Enjoy a night out while your kids have fun with our RecKids supervisors! Learn more about Kids Night Out and pricing here.
SATURDAY
UCCSlead Game Changer
Saturday, March 15 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. | Berger Hall
- UCCSlead Game Changer is a half-day transformational leadership experience open to all UCCS-affiliated undergraduate and graduate students no matter their discipline or classification. Students will learn who they are as leaders, gain fundamental leadership skills, and take first steps to cultivating their personal brand of leadership. Additionally, students will receive UCCSlead swag, free food, a leadership certificate, and a graduation cord.
Athletics
Baseball
Colorado Christian at UCCS
Monday, March 10 at 12 p.m. | Mountain Lion Park
Fort Hays State at UCCS
Tuesday, March 11 with doubleheader at 12 p.m. | Mountain Lion Field
Lacrosse
Westminster at UCCS
Friday, March 14 at 4 p.m. | Mountain Lion Stadium
Colorado Mesa at UCCS
Sunday, March 16 at 12 p.m. | Mountain Lion Stadium
Arts & Culture
ETHOS V: Ways of the Wind
Thursday, March 13 at 5:30 p.m. | Heller Center for the Arts
- ETHOS V: Ways of the Wind is a work-in-progress, outdoor installation performance combining storytelling, dance, and music on the land around the Heller Center to honor Tava-kaavi, Sun Mountain in Ute. Seeking out a path of decolonization and healing of the land, the reflective movement project will be led by Heller Fellow and dance artist Ayako Kato in collaboration with music faculty Yvonne Wu and Élise Roy; ‘Ilaheva Tua’one, Assistant Professor of Indigenous/Native American Studies and Storytelling Professor; and UCCS students of NASA (the Native American Student Alliance). Ayako Kato is a kinetic philosopher/poet and contemporary choreographer/dancer originally from Yokohama, Japan. Learn more and register for this free event here!
Marie Antoinette
Runs March 13 – March 23 with several showtimes | Dusty Loo Bon Vivant Theater
- A wild romp in towering wigs and haute couture, Marie Antoinette follows the fall of the famous French queen. David Adjmi’s cuttingly funny play takes a stunning new perspective on the French revolution, providing a sharp commentary on how the forces of history work upon us, the way we create our leaders, and what it means to revolt. Select a showtime and purchase tickets here.
Turn Of The Screw
Runs March 13 – April 6 with several showtimes | Dusty Loo Bon Vivant Theatre
- An isolated manor on the windswept moors, an unsuspecting governess, her two enigmatic young charges, secrets lurking around every corner. Henry James’ classic novella has terrified audiences for over a hundred years, and this new stage adaptation heightens the mystery of the original, challenging audiences to separate the ravings of one woman from the horrors she may-or may not?- have witnessed. Select a showtime and purchase tickets here.
SALT Contemporary Dance on Tour
Thursday, March 13 at 7:30 p.m. | Shockley-Zalabak Theater
- Experience the breathtaking artistry of SALT Contemporary Dance as they showcase mesmerizing new works that promise to captivate and inspire. Join us for an unforgettable performance that will transport you to new heights of entertainment and beauty. Since 2013, SALT has been a beacon of contemporary dance in Utah, introducing fresh perspectives and dynamic voices to the stage. By collaborating with visionary choreographers from around the globe, SALT crafts original, thought-provoking works that resonate with accessibility and artistry, leaving audiences in awe.
ELECTROWAVE: The Rocky Mountain Electronic Music Festival
Friday, March 14 at 11 a.m. Sunday, March 16 at 1 p.m. | Ent Center for the Arts
- ELECTROWAVE, the Rocky Mountain Electronic Music Festival, is a weekend celebration of electronic music, electronic musical instruments and above all performers, composers and facilitators of electronic and electroacoustic music. The festival features a series of concerts, installations, talks, workshops and presentations, gathering together a broad spectrum of experimental music-makers from across the Rocky Mountains and beyond to perform, share, experience and discuss the many vibrant trends in electronic music performance today. ELECTROWAVE 2025 includes a Synthesizer Petting Zoo, improvised laptop performances, electronic instrumental ensembles, a selection of modular synth video works, electronic works involving live performers, sound installations, an outdoor Soundwalk and more. Register for this free event here!
Check out the 2025 schedule at the Ent Center!
For more events on campus, check out Mountain Lion Connect, our central campus events calendar.
