Welcome to the final week of classes, Buffs! This week brings to campus Grad Bash, Senior Sunset, the New Venture Challenge finals, a Fun Before Finals event, puppy playtime and more.

Monday, April 20

ÌýÌýApril 20–24ÌýÌýÌý9 a.m.–6 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýCU Book Store
Add your own flair to your commencement cap! Swing by the CU Book Store to use free decorating supplies and show off your creativity.

ÌýÌý11 a.m.–2 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýUMC Glenn Miller Ballroom
The Grad Fair provides graduating students with the opportunity to meet with various campus entities, their academic departments and more, connecting them with resources that will support them during and after graduation. Come get your questions answered about department recognition ceremonies, day-of campus commencement logistics and more.

ÌýÌý1–4 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýC4C N238
Join Disability Services for an afternoon of fun in Access+! Bring your friends and enjoy arts and crafts, games and other activities designed to foster connection and community.

ÌýÌý2–3 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýEngineering Center, Herbst Plaza
Start your week off right by joining the Center for Student Involvement at I Love Mondays! Enjoy a snack and learn about ways you can get involved at CU.

ÌýÌý5–6 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýVirtual
Learn about interviewing basics, how to utilize the START method and the interview practice resources available so you can ace your next job or internship interview.

ÌýÌý7 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýThe Connection
Think you’ve got the brains to beat the best? Grab your friends (or fly solo) and head to The Connection for a night of trivia, laughs and prizes! Free to play; prizes for top teams! Sign-up starts at 6 p.m. at the front desk.

Tuesday, April 21

ÌýÌý12:30–3:30 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýC4C S440
Stop by the Career Services office to celebrate the end of the semester with us! Take a break from finals and participate in fun activities. Enter to win cool CU stuff, fuel up with free food, tell us where you are heading on your next adventure, get first-hand advice and tips on how to make the most of your summer and pick up something special for student employees working on campus. Graduating in May? Meet Alumni Career Services to learn how you get Career Services for life.

ÌýÌý4–7 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýNorlin Library, Room E113
Busy with finals? Want to find a nice comfy place to study and enjoy some live music? Come by Norlin for Jazz & Cocoa, completely free for students! ̽»¨ÊÓƵ Program Council will have live jazz music and hot cocoa for your every-studying need.

ÌýÌý5–7 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýKoenig Alumni Center
Join the Center for Cultural Connections and Community for a fun-filled AAPI barbecue celebrating community, culture and great food! Enjoy food catered by L&L Hawaiian BBQ and exciting live dance performances from the Polynesian Islands that will keep the energy high. Graduating this year? Don’t forget to pick up your AAPI graduation stole while you’re there!

ÌýÌý5:30 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýVirtual
Hear from admissions deans at law schools nationwide about their schools and their admission process. Hosted by the Pre-Law Office and .

ÌýÌý5:30–7 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýC4C, Treehouse Dining Hall
Looking for a fun and meaningful evening? Join the Center for Cultural Connections and Community for dinner, community, engaging activities and dialogue! It's the perfect chance to make new friends or reconnect with familiar faces. Connect with peers and mentors who support wellness and nurture leadership, all while centering the experiences of women of color. Don't worry if you don't have a meal plan—meal cards are available at the center's front desk on the day of the event. Spaces are limited to 20 folks, so be sure to secure your spot!

ÌýÌý6–10 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýBoulder Theater
The 11th annual Stand Up for Climate comedy event brings together professional comedians and CU students celebrating the power of humor in driving climate awareness and action. Headlining the night is Chuck Nice, joined by professional comedians Brittany Bell Surratt and Katie Hannigan. The evening will also feature brief stand-up and sketch performances by students from ̽»¨ÊÓƵ’s Creative Climate Communication course. Musical accompaniment by Milo Trout.

ÌýÌý7 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýThe Connection
Ready to serve up some serious competition? Whether you’re a casual player or a table tennis champ, swing by The Connection for a single- or double-elimination tournament. Free to enter; prizes for top finishers! Sign-up starts at 6 p.m. at the front desk.

Wednesday, April 22

ÌýÌý10 a.m.–12:30 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýC4C Abrams Lounge
Fuel for the semester with the Center for Cultural Connections and Community at Cafecito con Chisme! It's the perfect way to connect with other students in the Latiné community, grab a bite/sip on the go or just hang out. We'll bring the café if you all bring the chisme!Ìý

ÌýÌý11 a.m.–1 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýNorlin Library plaza
Show the Earth some love! Test your eco-knowledge for a chance to win sustainable prizes. We’ll also share resources for celebrating Earth Day at home and on campus.

ÌýÌý12:30–1:30 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýUMC 330
Join the Center for Student Involvement for some free pizza, an open house and important information that will help you hand off your organization to the next leader.

ÌýÌý1–3 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýNorlin Library, east entrance
Pick up your red sunflower seeds and plant a piece of ̽»¨ÊÓƵ history in celebration of the university’s 150th anniversary. Seed packets can also be picked up at the Ask a Librarian desk in Norlin and each of the campus libraries’ service desks.

ÌýÌý2–4 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýC4C N238
Need a boost for your next presentation? Drop by Access+ during Josephine Jones Speaking Lab hours for one-on-one coaching, or try out VR technology to practice and perfect your skills.

ÌýÌý3–4 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýC4C Abrams Lounge
Ready to dive into the world of edible Native plants? The Native Foraging Series is packed with exciting sessions you won't want to miss! This week, get hands-on experience with Boulder OSMP. Transportation and snacks provided. Please wear comfortable shoes. Meet in C4C Abrams Lounge (third floor) before heading out. , and space is limited.

ÌýÌý3:30–5:15 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýEarth Sciences & Map Library
Attend the opening reception of the new "Campus Life: 150 Years of Human and More-Than-Human Relationships at ̽»¨ÊÓƵ" exhibition, with a campus tree walk to follow from 4:30 p.m onwards (you can go as long as you would like), led by Vince Aquino, lead arborist on ̽»¨ÊÓƵ's Main Campus.

ÌýÌý4–10 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýThe Connection
Think you’ve got what it takes to dominate the arena? Join CU Gaming and The Connection for an epic Super Smash Bros tournament! Free to enter. Sign-ups start at 4 p.m. at The Connection front desk.

ÌýÌý6–9 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýBoulder Theater
Watch ̽»¨ÊÓƵ's top student, faculty and staff entrepreneurs pitch their innovative business ventures live to a panel of judges and compete for a share of $275,000! .

ÌýÌý7–9 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýUMC Glenn Miller Ballroom
Take a break from finals prep and stop by the Glenn Miller Ballroom for the Center for Student Involvement's end-of-semester tradition: Late Night Breakfast! Grab free breakfast bites (while they last) and enjoy fun activities with friends.

ÌýÌý7–10 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýChautauqua Dining Hall
Close out your senior year with Senior Class Council at this signature event. There will be food, activities and the opportunity to watch a beautiful Flatirons sunset with friends. One alcoholic beverage per attendee will be provided for those 21 and up, with a valid ID.

Thursday, April 23

ÌýÌý9 a.m.–noonÌýÌýÌýVillage Center, Innovation Station
Stop by Innovation Station to visit Residence Life and get a to-go breakfast box to fuel up for finals!

ÌýÌý11–11:45 a.m.ÌýÌýÌýVirtual
Dive into the transformative world of artificial intelligence and its impact on career development. Gain the knowledge and tools to harness AI. Learn valuable insights into how AI is shaping the job market and how you can leverage it for your career journey. Learn to empower your career path, navigate AI in career tools Copilot, NotebookLM, Handshake and Quinncia and explore the development of AI and Career Services! Don't miss this opportunity to stay ahead of the curve.

ÌýÌý1–3 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýVisual Arts Complex plaza
Spending time with dogs can reduce feelings of stress and loneliness, and make you feel happier. Join for puppy playtime with dogs from Lifeline Puppy Rescue and learn how to best support your fellow Buffs during Suicide Prevention Week.

ÌýÌý4–6 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýRec Center, Large Overlook Room
Men of Excellence (MoX) is excited to invite you to Conversations and Cuts! Come through for free haircuts from Altitude Barbershop, community and meaningful conversations. Let’s get you looking sharp and feeling good!

ÌýÌý5–7 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýC4C N320
Test your mahjong skills and win prizes with the Center for Cultural Connections and Community and the CU Mahjong Club. Celebrate the end of the semester with boba and snacks!

ÌýÌý7–8 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýFiske Planetarium and Space Center
Grab your Buff OneCard and head over to Fiske Planetarium to enjoy Free Fiske Thursdays! All 7 p.m. shows and star talks are free for ̽»¨ÊÓƵ students on Thursdays.Ìý

Friday, April 24

ÌýÌý4–7 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýKoenig Alumni Center
Celebrate your transition into the Forever Buffs family with food, refreshments, music and prizes. Register for this free event in advance to receive a special graduation gift.

ÌýÌý5:30–8 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýATLAS Center
Explore student projects across four floors—and get hands-on withÌýgames, electronics, AR/VR, interactive and immersive experiences, fabrication and motion capture—during this annual tech showcase.

ÌýÌý7–9 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýVillage Center, The Grotto
A celebration of sustainable living at CU—your one-stop pop-up for all things eco friendly, budget friendly and Buff-approved! Discover easy and impactful ways to live more sustainably as a college student. From sustainable eating tips and zero-waste hacks, to eco-friendly transportation and a massive clothing swap to refresh your wardrobe without hurting the planet—there’s something for everyone. Plus, score free sustainable prizes like reusable utensil kits, silicone ziplock bags, reusable straws and Buff-themed stickers just for participating. Let’s live lighter, together.

ÌýÌý8–10 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýOld Main
Program Council’s Street Team is hosting its first-ever concert in Old Main! Come hang with Program Council, listen to fresh student talent and cheer on the next generation of PC creators. Don’t miss it!