Learn about allyship, build a fairy garden, attend a presentation from a Nobel Peace Prize winner and more with these upcoming events!
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Campus Events
“What is Allyship?” Presentation
Thursday, February 23 from 11 a.m. – Noon | University Center 110
- This presentation will discuss the allyship awareness journey. Open to all UCCS students, faculty and staff. Free event, please register in advance
“I Am Not My Hair” Dialogue on the CROWN Act
Thursday, February 23 from 6 – 8 p.m. | University Center 307
- A panel discussing the power, and complexities, that come with wearing your hair naturally and navigating academic and professional life. Open to all UCCS students, faculty and staff. Free event, please register in advance
FreeQuency Slam Poetry Night
Thursday, February 23 from 7 – 9 p.m. | Clyde’s Gastropub
- A poetry slam and open mic alongside FreeQuency. Mwende “FreeQuency” Katwiwa (they/them) is a Kenyan, Immigrant, Queer author, truthteller, mentor and performer. Open to all UCCS students. Free event, please RSVP here
Queer-aoke Night
Friday, February 24 from 5:30 – 7 p.m. | Clyde’s Gastropub
- An LGBTQ-centric night of musical expression with new and old friends. Open to all UCCS students, faculty and staff.
Roaring Weekends: Swim Up Movie
Friday, February 24 from 7 – 8 p.m. | Recreation Center Pool
- A float-tastic night of fun at the rec center pool to watch a movie. Please bring your own floaties if you can. Open to all UCCS students. Free event, please RSVP here
Roaring Weekends: Air Plant Fairy Gardens
Saturday, February 25 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Student Life Lounge
- A DIY fairy garden event where students will be able to come in and get an air plant perfect for the start of spring. Open to all UCCS students. Free event, please RSVP here
A Conversation with Dmitry Muratov
Monday, February 27 from 6 – 7:30 p.m. | The Ent Center of the Arts
- Muratov is editor in chief of the independent Novaya Gazeta, which has ceased publication due to censorship over the conflict in Ukraine. Open to the public. Free event, please register in advance
Money Mapping Workshop
Tuesday, February 28 from noon – 1 p.m. | University Center 110
- Embark on a journey to financial empowerment. Identify your goals and explore how different budgeting methods and savings strategies can help you get to your destination. Free event, please register in advance
Banned Books Program
Tuesday, February 28 from 3:30 – 5 p.m. | University Center 110
- An exploration of banned books and a celebration of our freedom to read.
Career Networking Night
Wednesday, March 1 from 6 – 8 p.m. | Berger Hall
- The College of Business Career Networking Night brings together students, alumni and employers for an evening of relationship-building, the discovery of career opportunities, and the chance for networking to take place between students and business representatives. Open to all majors and alumni. Free food provided! Free event, please register in advance
Cybersecurity Across the Federal Government Panel
Thursday, March 2 from 9 – 11 a.m. | Cybersecurity Center (plus virtual option)
- An informal way for students to explore the role of various federal agencies in cybersecurity. Agencies represented: CIA, CISA, NSA, FEMA, DISA, NREL/DOE, DIA. Free event, please register in advance
Athletics
Softball
Mountain Lions vs. MSU Denver
Friday, February 24 at 12 p.m. | Mountain Lion Field
Mountain Lions vs. MSU Denver
Saturday, February 25 at 11 a.m. | Mountain Lion Field
Baseball
Mountain Lions vs. University of Sioux Falls
Friday, February 24 at 2 p.m. | Mountain Lion Park
Mountain Lions vs. University of Sioux Falls
Saturday, February 25 at 11 a.m. | Mountain Lion Park
Mountain Lions vs. University of Sioux Falls
Sunday, February 26 at 11 a.m. | Mountain Lion Park
Mountain Lions vs. CSU Pueblo
Tuesday, February 28 at 2 p.m. | Mountain Lion Park
Arts & Culture
Ent Center Cabaret: Tiffany Mills Dance Company
Thursday, February 23 from 7:30 – 8:30 p.m. | Ent Center for the Arts
- Tiffany Mills Company is a New York-based group of vibrant and diverse dancers who seek to expand beyond their physical and psychological boundaries. $5 student tickets. Purchase tickets here
Check out the 2023 schedule at the Ent Center!
For more events on campus, check out Mountain Lion Connect, our central campus events calendar.