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10 things to do this week: Feb. 26 edition

This week brings to campusÌýthe opportunitiesÌýto share your favorite poem andÌýcheck out the new Health & Wellness website; drop-in academic coaching; a Q&A session with astronaut Mae Jemison;Ìýan address on social justice, social determinants, health equity; a Distinguished Music Lecture with ethnomusicologist Charlotte Heth; an intro to woodworking workshop; a comedy open mic; andÌýthe playÌýEveryman.

Tuesday, Feb. 27

Share your favorite poem

Submit the title and poet of your favorite poem to the University Libraries for a reading in April representing and celebrating the campus's favorites. Submissions must be made by March 8.Ìý.Ìý

Check out the new Health & Wellness website

The new comprehensive health and wellness website offers youÌýinformation on everything health and wellness related at CU °Ç¸ç³Ô¹Ï in one convenient place, including health services available on campus, appointment scheduling information and an archive of Healthy Buffs articles.

Looking to improve your study skills? Drop in for a one-on-one sessionÌýto help you map out a plan for any class or challenge. 2–3:30 p.m. in Fleming Law, room 190.


Wednesday, Feb. 28

A Q&A with astronaut and physicist Mae Jemison

Do you have a question that you've always wanted to ask an astronaut? Now is your chance. Head to the Wittemyer CourtroomÌýfrom 8:30-10Ìýa.m. for a Q&A with astronaut Mae Jemison. Part of the Leo Hill Leadership Speaker Series, the event will be moderated by a student panel. Continental breakfast available at 8:30 a.m., seated by 8:50 a.m., with the program beginning promptly at 9 a.m. Seating is limited, and there is no need to RSVP.

Join Sir Michael Marmot from University College London to learn more about the issue of reducingÌýhealth inequalities in society today. The free, public lecture will be held in Old Main Chapel, 5–6 p.m.

Distinguished Music Lecture:Ìý“Too Many Words—Not Enough Musicâ€�

Join ethnomusicologist Charlotte Heth for a talk about the influence of music and dance on American Indian lives.ÌýThe free talk will begin at 4 p.m. in.


Thursday, March 1

If working in another country is a career goal for you, then stop by the C4C Abrams Lounge from 5 to 7 p.m. to learn from employers who have global career paths in their companies.ÌýYou’ll learn directly from employers how to ask them about global employment tracks, where most such opportunities are, and how to prepare for the global job search process.

If you missed shop class in high school,Ìýthis is your chance to learn the fundamentals of operating powered woodworking equipment safely. The workshop, which will be held in theÌý, begins at 7 p.m. You're asked to arrive fiveÌýminutes early, and to bring a


Friday, March 2

Swing by The Connection 6–8 p.m. to sling and/or listen to some jokes! You could be a budding stand-up comedian, or if you just want to kill some time listening to funny people, this event is for you. The event is hosted by the CU Comedy Club.

When death comes calling, how will you measure your time on Earth? JoinÌý for this retelling of a 15th-century play aboutÌýthe value of compassion and charity over material possessions and individualism. Tickets are $20 and start time is 7 p.m in theÌý.