Observe Ramadan with a community meal at the Lodge, elevate your leadership brand at the UCCSlead Game Changer, catch the American Ballet Theatre at the Ent Center and cheer on our baseball team as they take on Regis all weekend long!
Looking for more? Check out the UCCS online calendar at Mountain Lion Connect or visit ClubMatch to find a group that’s right for you!
Campus Events | Athletics | Arts & Culture
Campus Events
MONDAY
Ramadan and Iftaar Night at the Lodge
Monday, March 9 from 7 – 8 p.m. | Lodge Dining Hall
Join the campus community at The Lodge to observe Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, marked by a month of fasting from dawn to sunset. Learn about the traditions of suhur, the predawn meal, and iftaar, the nightly feast that breaks the fast. In keeping with the traditions of the Sunnah, participants are invited to break their fast with dates or water as a meaningful way to reflect and connect during this holy month.
TUESDAY
How to Fact-Check AI
Tuesday, March 10 from 4:30 – 5:15 p.m. | EPC 237 – Kraemer Family Library
Generative AIs like ChatGPT can quickly produce false information in an authoritative writing style. We call this being “confidently wrong.” Learn why this happens and what you can do to investigate whether an AI gave you good or bad information.
Wilderness Skills – How to Hike a 14er
Tuesday, March 10 from 6 – 7 p.m. | Rec Center
Elevate your outdoor expertise with this essential workshop! Designed for hikers of all levels, this session covers the fundamentals of tackling Colorado’s iconic 14,000-foot peaks, from route planning and gear selection to high-altitude safety. Whether you are dreaming of your first summit or looking to refine your mountain skills, join us to prepare for a safe and successful season in the backcountry.
WEDNESDAY
Spotlight on Research with Dr. Laura Jane Collins
Wednesday, March 11 from 1:30 – 2:20 p.m. | COH 3022 or join online
Host Dr. Katherine Mack will talk with Dr. Jane Collins about her recent book, “Beyond Recognition: Transgender Antidiscrimination Law, Rhetoric, and Ethical Responsibility.” Dr. Collins will discuss how she became involved in research on legal rhetoric and share the choices she made in her writing path that resulted in this book. Students will have the opportunity to engage in conversation with Dr. Collins about her scholarship, research and publishing experiences.
Plogging with the UCCS Office of Sustainability
Wednesday, March 11 from 2 – 3:30 p.m. | Rec Center
Join the UCCS Office of Sustainability for a fun, active and eco-friendly way to help keep our campus beautiful! Plogging, the combination of jogging (or walking!) while picking up litter, is a great way to get moving and make a positive impact on our campus environment. All participants will receive a free handmade goat-milk soap as a thank-you for supporting sustainability on campus!
How to Fact-Check AI – Online Session
Wednesday, March 11 from 4:30 – 5:15 p.m. | Virtual event
Generative AIs like ChatGPT can quickly produce false information in an authoritative writing style. We call this being “confidently wrong.” Learn why this happens and what you can do to investigate whether an AI gave you good or bad information. Please RSVP to this event prior to March 11 in order to receive the link to the online session.
THURSDAY
Abroad 101 Session
Thursday, March 12 from 1 – 2 p.m. | Virtual event
Are you interested in learning more about our Study Abroad Programs? Not sure where to start? Come and join our Abroad 101 Sessions to learn about the programs we offer, how to pick a program, how to fit your program into your degree and much more!
Sound Bath
Thursday, March 12 from 6 – 7 p.m. | Rec Center
Experience a unique way to unwind, relax and restore with this immersive session hosted by UCCS Campus Recreation. Utilizing gentle sounds and vibrations, this restorative experience is designed to help you de-stress and find your balance through the power of frequency. Whether you are new to mindfulness or a seasoned practitioner, join us to nourish your well-being in a peaceful, high-energy campus environment.
FRIDAY
Grab ‘N Go – Clyde’s Clothing Corner
Friday, March 13 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. | UCCS Sustainability House
Looking for a wardrobe glow-up that’s easy on the planet (and your wallet)? Come hang out at the Sustainability House for our Grab ‘N Go – Clyde’s Clothing Corner pop-up! We’re bringing you free clothes, sustainable style and nothing but good vibes.
SATURDAY
UCCSlead Game Changer
Saturday, March 14 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.
Pickleball Singles Tournament
Saturday, March 14 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Rec Center
Step onto the court and put your skills to the test in our upcoming Pickleball Singles Tournament! This high-energy competition is hosted by UCCS Campus Recreation and is free for all students and members. Be sure to register through Fusion Play by Friday, March 13, at 2:00 p.m. to secure your bracket spot and compete for campus bragging rights.
Luck of the Irish Board Game Night
Saturday, March 14 from 6 – 9 p.m. | Clyde’s Gastropub
Celebrate the season with a fun-filled evening of tabletop strategy and social connection at Clyde’s Gastropub! This inclusive game night offers the perfect atmosphere to grab a seat, challenge your friends to a variety of board games and enjoy the lively campus energy. Whether you are a seasoned gamer or just looking for a festive way to spend your evening, everyone is welcome to join the luck of the Irish!
Athletics
Lacrosse
UIndy at UCCS
Tuesday, March 10 at 4 p.m. | Mountain Lion Stadium
Baseball
Regis at UCCS
Friday, March 13 at 3 p.m. | Mountain Lion Park
Regis at UCCS – Doubleheader
Saturday, March 14 at 12 p.m. | Mountain Lion Park
Regis at UCCS
Sunday, March 15 at 12 p.m. | Mountain Lion Park
Arts & Culture
Meditations on America
Tuesday, March 10 at 7:30 p.m. | Ent Center for the Arts
Join Michael DiBarry’s guests, Stephanie Sadownik (mezzo-soprano) and Nathan Arch (piano), for ‘Meditations on America’ – a reflective concert experience told through a collection of American voices that make up part of the fabric of our country. Along with celebrating the achievements of our nation, we will also allow space for difficult feelings and painful moments in our history. This event is free and open to all, but ticket reservation is required. For more information, contact Michael DiBarry at [email protected].
Visiting Author Series Q&A with Rob Davidson
Wednesday, March 11 at 10:30 a.m. | Multiliteracy Center – Columbine 316
All members of the UCCS community are invited to engage in Q&A and conversation with an award-winning author and educator about the writing process.
UCCS Visiting Author Series: Rob Davidson
Thursday, March 12 at 7 p.m. | Heller Center or join online
The UCCS Visiting Author Series proudly presents Rob Davidson, author of Welcome Back to the World, as part of its Spring 2026 line-up. Davidson will offer a public reading both in-person at the Heller Center and online, engage in a Q&A session and sign books at the Heller Center. Light refreshments will be served.
UCCS Student Production: The Ghost Sonata
Thursday, March 12 through Sunday, Mar. 15 at 7:30 p.m. | Ent Center for the Arts
Secrets and lies echo through every dream in August Strindberg’s The Ghost Sonata, a haunting tale of illusion, guilt and decaying respectability. When a student enters a wealthy household led by a mysterious benefactor, the truth unravels in redolent fragments. Featuring UCCS Theatre & Dance students, this expressionist and symbolist classic explores the masks we wear, the ghosts we carry and the truths we’d rather not face. Uncanny, poetic, magical and deeply human. UCCS students are always free. Contact the box office in person or by phone with your student ID to reserve seats. To purchase general admission tickets, visit the Ent Center ticketing page.
American Ballet Theatre
Friday, March 13 at 7 p.m. | Ent Center for the Arts
American Ballet Theatre’s Studio Company delivers a captivating evening of powerful artistry, exquisite technique and fresh creative vision. Showcasing a dynamic repertoire that pairs celebrated classical works with striking contemporary choreography, the Studio Company offers a vibrant and sophisticated performance experience. Don’t miss this opportunity to witness the bold, expressive talent shaping the next chapter ballet in America. In partnership with the Dance Alliance of the Pikes Peak Region and Green Box Arts—with support from the Kirkpatrick Family Fund—this special performance celebrates our nation’s premier ballet company on the eve of America’s 250th anniversary.
American Ballet Theatre – Youth and Family Performance
Saturday, March 14 at 2 p.m. | Ent Center for the Arts
Introduce your family to the magic of ballet with this special American Ballet Theatre Studio Company performance designed just for young audiences. This abridged, narrated program features captivating selections from the Company’s repertoire, enhanced with engaging explanations and onstage demonstrations that illuminate the fundamentals of ballet. In partnership with the Dance Alliance of the Pikes Peak Region and Green Box Arts—with support from the Kirkpatrick Family Fund—this special performance celebrates our nation’s premier ballet company on the eve of America’s 250th anniversary.
For more events on campus, check out Mountain Lion Connect, our central campus events calendar.
