CU Boulder Graduate School

09/15/2026

CU Boulder needs YOU to support its inaugural review cycle for the Carnegie Elective Classification for Sustainability! This recognition celebrates higher education institutions that demonstrate a commitment to sustainability and climate action. Graduate fellows across sustainability disciplines are invited to join review teams in a compensated role to ensure a thoughtful, rigorous process. Express your interest by Sept. 25 at the link: colorado.edu/sustainability/carnegie-elective-classification-sustainability

09/10/2026

It was great to bring together mentors and mentees from the Grad Peer Mentoring Program for a chance to connect, build community and kick off the semester together. Thanks to everyone who joined us! 🥐💛 We’re looking forward to seeing these mentoring relationships grow throughout the year!

09/08/2026

🚀 Grad+ Seminar Series starts next week! Looking for more motivation, focus and momentum this semester? Choose from Fundamentals, Special Topics or Mastery and gain practical strategies to strengthen your productivity, confidence, and resilience in graduate school.
🔗 Find your fit and register by Friday, Sept. 11 at the link: colorado.edu/graduateschool/services-resources/professional-development/grad-programs/grad-seminar-series-programming

09/04/2026

Calling all mentors and mentees in the Grad Peer Mentoring Program! ☕️🥐Join us Sept. 9 for a casual chance to connect, meet other participants, and enjoy some coffee and pastries. RSVP in advance to attend! Register at the link: calendar.colorado.edu/event/graduate-peer-mentoring-program-meet-greet-5893

09/02/2026

Attention graduate students in STEM fields interested in the Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP)! Don't miss this year's application workshop on Sept. 10. The GFRP is one of the National Science Foundation's most prestigious fellowships, offering three years of financial support as well as professional development and research opportunities. The workshop will take place over Zoom and will feature past winners, writing instructors, and NSF GRFP proposal reviewers. Link to register: colorado.edu/graduateschool/2026/08/27/registration-open-2026-grfp-workshop

09/01/2026

As we get into September, be sure to check out this month's Graduate School Bulletin for graduation deadlines, funding opportunities, and events that you won't want to miss! Link for details: colorado.edu/graduateschool/2026/08/24/september-2026-graduate-school-bulletin

08/26/2026

The Graduate School and CTL are co-hosting monthly CIMER mentor trainings for graduate students and postdocs! Join us Aug. 27 to explore strategies for aligning expectations, strengthening communication, and building more effective mentor-mentee relationships. Link to register: calendar.colorado.edu/event/inclusive-research-mentoring-for-graduate-student-and-postdoc-participants-cimer-aligning-expectations-and-maintaining-effective-communication

08/25/2026

From the Dean: Welcome to campus, Grad Buffs! Make the most of this milestone year with events and resources offered by the Graduate School. Read the rest of Dean Adler's message at the link: colorado.edu/graduateschool/2026/08/25/dean-welcome-campus-grad-buffs

08/20/2026

Welcome back to campus! We're so excited to start the academic year. 💫

08/19/2026