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November 11-13 Blood Drive

Eryn Van Poole — Tue, 21 Oct 2025 17:02:19 +0000

November 11-13 Blood Drive Eryn Van Poole Tue, 10/21/2025 - 11:02

Join us for the ̽��Ƶ Blood Drive, happening Tuesday, November 11 through Thursday, November 13, in proud partnership with our longtime partner, Vitalant. As we head into the season of giving, what better way to show your gratitude than by giving the gift of life?

At our last blood drive, we hit our goal of collecting 55 units each day- now let’s aim even higher! Join the ̽��Ƶ community in going above and beyond to make an even greater difference. Every donation can help save up to three lives, and your generosity could make all the difference for patients in need over the holidays.

Appointments are encouraged but walk-ins are welcome. Let’s show what Buffs can do when we give from the heart. Please see the below appointment links for November.

Why: Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood. Donating blood is a selfless and impactful act of kindness, and each donation can save up to three different lives. Hospitals in the area and medical facilities rely on voluntary blood donors to provide a steady blood supply for medical procedures, surgeries, and emergencies.

We are committed to achieving our blood drive goals and Staff Council is confident that the ̽��Ƶ community will rise to the occasion. With your support and participation, we can surpass our blood drive target of fifty-five units per day and make a remarkable impact with each donation.

How to prepare:

Review eligibility criteria: Donor Eligibility
Eat a healthy meal and stay hydrated before your donation appointment
Bring a valid photo ID
Try and get a good night’s sleep the day before

Staff Council is committed to inclusivity and understands that some may not be eligible to donate. We invite all to be involved in other ways. For more information about volunteering at our events, please contact Staff Council.

This November, join us for the ̽��Ƶ Staff Council Blood Drive and unite with others to make a meaningful impact in our community. By donating blood on November 11, 12 and 13 2025, you can help save lives and bring hope to those in need. Together, we can create a powerful difference for countless individuals in our community!

Join us for the ̽��Ƶ Blood Drive, happening Tuesday, November 11 through Thursday, November 13, in proud partnership with our longtime partner, Vitalant.

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Staff Council Hosts Fall Coat Drive 10/21-11/21

Eryn Van Poole — Tue, 21 Oct 2025 16:51:48 +0000

Staff Council Hosts Fall Coat Drive 10/21-11/21 Eryn Van Poole Tue, 10/21/2025 - 10:51

The Staff Council Blood Drive & Community Service Committee is pleased to partner with Coats for Colorado to host a Fall Coat Drive. From Tuesday, October 21 through Friday, November 21, we invite you to donate new or gently used winter coats in adult and child sizes.

Collection bins, being delivered today, will be conveniently located throughout main campus. Bins will be available in the below locations through 3:00pm on Friday, November 21st and then Staff Council will drop off all collected coats to Dependable Cleaners at the end of the drive.

Coat Drive Locations:

Recreation Center, TBD
University Memorial Center (UMC), near elevators on 2nd floor
Center for Academic Success and Engagement (CASE), Ralphie’s Help Lab E251
Center for Community (C4C), Education Abroad Office S355
Engineering Center, 1st floor
Koelbel Building, Koelbel North Welcome Desk

The Staff Council Blood Drive & Community Service Committee is pleased to partner with Coats for Colorado to host a Fall Coat Drive from Tuesday, October 21 through Friday, November 21.

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Cheer on Buffs Football Team

Eryn Van Poole — Tue, 14 Oct 2025 21:04:39 +0000

Cheer on Buffs Football Team Eryn Van Poole Tue, 10/14/2025 - 15:04

Discounted tickets for CU Faculty and Staff are available now, while supplies last! Cheer on the Buffs Football team and join the excitement at Folsom Field. Great seats are still available, but they are going fast. Click the link to get yours today, or call the CU Athletics Ticket Office for group ticket information at 303-492-8282.

Discounted tickets for CU Faculty and Staff are available now, while supplies last!

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Federal Governance & Higher Education Series

Eryn Van Poole — Mon, 13 Oct 2025 21:07:23 +0000

Federal Governance & Higher Education Series Eryn Van Poole Mon, 10/13/2025 - 15:07

The series ("Federal Governance and Higher Education: Where Are We and Where Are We Going?”) will continue this year, exploring where higher education stands more than seven months into the second Trump administration, and how universities, academic associations, the courts, Congress, and others are responding to the rapidly changing landscape around us. Two programs will be offered this fall —

Tuesday, September 30: a public Zoom program entitled “The ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ and Beyond: Federal Legislation and Higher Education,”
Tuesday, October 28: an in-person program for CU faculty, staff, and students entitled “Collective Action and Higher Education: Prospects and Perils” — as well as a series of short recorded “whiteboard” presentations by faculty and staff experts.

The series ("Federal Governance and Higher Education: Where Are We and Where Are We Going?”) will continue this year.

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Staff Council Committee Meetings

Christopher Marelli — Mon, 13 Oct 2025 15:18:59 +0000

Staff Council Committee Meetings Christopher Marelli Mon, 10/13/2025 - 09:18

Looking for ways to be more involved with Staff Council? Feel free to join one of our Staff Council Committee Meetings or our Monthly Full Council Meeting :

1st Week of Month
Tuesday @ 9:00am - Front Line Staff Committee
Tuesday @ 11:00am - Awards and Staff Recognition Committee
Wednesday @ 12:00pm - Research Faculty Special Committee

2nd Week of Month
Tuesday @ 11:00am - Experience and Elections Committee
Tuesday @ 12:00pm - Committee for Belonging, Equity, Accessibility and Mattering
Wednesday @ 12:15pm - Full Council Meeting
Thursday @ 11:00am - Communications Committee

3rd Week of Month
Tuesday @ 10:00am - Blood Drive and Community Service Committee
Thursday @ 3:30pm - Outreach & Events Committee
Friday @ 10:00am - Payroll, Benefits, Retirement and Legislative Committee

Looking for ways to be more involved with Staff Council?

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Cybersecurity Awareness Month

Christopher Marelli — Mon, 06 Oct 2025 20:33:57 +0000

Cybersecurity Awareness Month Christopher Marelli Mon, 10/06/2025 - 14:33

This October, the University of Colorado is excited to support Cybersecurity Awareness Month once again. This global initiative aims to highlight essential practices for safeguarding both personal and university-sensitive information. In today's digital age, cybersecurity is more crucial than ever.

Use this Cybersecurity Awareness Month as a chance to review and enhance your digital security measures.

This October, the University of Colorado is excited to support Cybersecurity Awareness Month once again.

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HR Fall Updates

Angie Crews — Tue, 23 Sep 2025 23:03:40 +0000

HR Fall Updates Angie Crews Tue, 09/23/2025 - 17:03

HR practitioners: RSVP for the inaugural HR Summit!
- Please do so by Tuesday, October 7.
If you have questions or concerns about HR Blueprint, share your feedback in this anonymous survey.

If you missed it, please read the CUBT articles, 3 HR updates to know: Compensation, Blueprint, and more and Secure your 2025-2026 FranklinCovey All Access Pass!

HR practitioners: RSVP for the inaugural HR Summit! Please do so by Tuesday, October 7.

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Fall 2025 Tri-Chair Letter

Eryn Van Poole — Tue, 23 Sep 2025 22:21:45 +0000

Fall 2025 Tri-Chair Letter Eryn Van Poole Tue, 09/23/2025 - 16:21

Hello Staff and Research Faculty,

Welcome to the start of a new semester! While fall is usually a busy and exciting time, we recognize that the past few weeks have been deeply unsettling for many in our campus community. The recent swatting incidents have understandably left many feeling anxious, vulnerable, and uncertain. Please know that we see you, we hear you, and we are actively working with campus leadership to share your comments and concerns about these recent events. To help us better advocate for your needs, we request that you please share your feedback on our website and take a few minutes to complete this newsletter’s survey. We also encourage you to explore the many resources CU offers to support your wellbeing, and to lean on and check in with your colleagues and friends—community and connection are more important than ever.

In addition to employee safety and wellbeing, our priorities this year include promoting our Resolution to Reaffirm and Commit Support for a Positive Work Environment for the Transgender, Intersex, Non-Binary Community, strengthening our relationships with you—our constituents—and ensuring your needs are represented as we engage with new campus leadership. We always encourage your feedback on how Staff Council can better serve staff and research faculty, so please don’t hesitate to reach out via our website or join us at a full council meeting.

Next, we would like to extend congratulations to Jasimine Evans, who was named an Honorary Lifetime Representative of ̽��Ƶ Staff Council. Jasimine’s leadership within Staff Council and contributions to the staff and research faculty experience on campus cannot be understated, and we are so grateful for her service, dedication, and support. Congratulations, Jasimine!

Finally, to all staff and research faculty, thank you for everything you do—both seen and unseen, acknowledged and behind the scenes—to support students, collaborate with colleagues, and make ̽��Ƶ a better place to work and learn. We wish you a season of abundance, inspiration, and continued success throughout the fall semester.

Warmly,

Crystal, Leah, and Jessica

Welcome to the start of a new semester!

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Fall Health & Wellness Offerings

Angie Crews — Tue, 23 Sep 2025 22:14:31 +0000

Fall Health & Wellness Offerings Angie Crews Tue, 09/23/2025 - 16:14

Mobile food pantries: Oct. 9, Nov. 20, Dec. 11

The Basic Needs Center's mobile food pantries are free and open to ̽��Ƶ students, faculty and staff, as well as community members of Boulder and Broomfield counties. Attendees may receive up to 30 pounds of food in multiple boxes.

Save the date: Health & Wellness Summit on Nov. 12–13

Join the eighth annual Health & Wellness Summit and Employee Benefits Fair—a two-day event dedicated to enhancing well-being and connecting the community with essential resources.

Check out fall wellness workshops

WorkWell is offering free wellness workshops for faculty and staff this fall—covering everything from the science of sleep to nutrition tips and more. Take advantage of these learning opportunities.

Register for free employee group fitness classes

WorkWell hosts various group fitness classes for staff and faculty at The Rec. Fall semester opportunities include free yoga and cardio/strength classes. All levels are welcome and registration is required.

Request the WorkWell wagon for your department

The WorkWell Wagon is an interactive experience that brings your team together with a Health and Wellness staff member to provide information about programs, events and services for faculty and staff. Let WorkWell bring employee wellness directly to your department, team or event!

Mobile food pantries, Health & Wellness Summit, fall wellness workshops, free employee group fitness classes, WorkWell wagon

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Indigenous Peoples Day 2025 - October 13

Angie Crews — Tue, 23 Sep 2025 22:02:11 +0000

Indigenous Peoples Day 2025 - October 13 Angie Crews Tue, 09/23/2025 - 16:02

Join us on October 13 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the UMC Glenn Miller Ballroom for “Stepping Forward, Rooted Deep: Honoring Indigenous Legacies and Envisioning Global Futures.” This year’s keynote–Lily Gladstone, award-winning actress from the Blackfeet and Nez Perce Tribal Nations–will guide our gathering through powerful storytelling and inspiration.

Learn more and register here: /leadershipsupport/indigenous-peoples-day

Join us on October 13 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the UMC Glenn Miller Ballroom for “Stepping Forward, Rooted Deep: Honoring Indigenous Legacies and Envisioning Global Futures.”

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