Solve a murder mystery, learn about DEI at the federal government level, visit the Denver Museum, join an 80s-themed boxing class and more with our upcoming events!
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Campus Events
Health Equity: How Negative Stereotypes and Stigmas Contribute to Consequences in Womxn's Health Outcomes
Thursday, March 16 from 5 - 6 p.m. | University Center 124
- Join us for a discussion on how negative stereotypes about women affect the healthcare they receive and how that care affects their overall health. Free event, please register here.
The Lions Den Pitch Competition
Thursday, March 16 from 5 - 8 p.m. | Berger Hall
- Join us in evaluating eight teams of student entrepreneurs as they take the stage to pitch their startups to the Lions (judges & audience). Free event, please register here.
DEI Movie Night: The Swimmers
Thursday, March 16 from 7 - 9 p.m. | University Center 307
- Join the Psychology Department Diversity Committee for DEI Movie Night: The Swimmers. Free event, RSVP here.
Murder Mystery
Friday, March 17 from 5 - 7 p.m. | Kettle Creek
- Gather a group of up to 5 friends and join us in Kettle Creek to solve different murder case files and get pizza and prizes for everyone! Free event with limited spaces, RSVP here.
Kids Night Out (Climb Night)
Friday, March 17 from 6 - 9 p.m. | Gallogly Recreation and Wellness Center
- Our highly trained, and background checked RecKids Counselors are trained to fit participants in harnesses and belaying to help your child reach their own climbing goals! Discounts for UCCS students, faculty and staff, learn more here.
2023 Denver Museum Excursion
Saturday, March 18 from 12 - 5 p.m. | Student Life Lounge
- Student Life is hosting a school-funded excursion that takes students to the Denver Museum of Nature and Science. Free event, learn more and RSVP here.
Roaring Weekends: Coffee and Coloring
Sunday, March 19 from 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. | Kettle Creek
- Come relax on Sunday morning with Student Life by coloring while enjoying free coffee. Free event, RSVP here.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and the Federal Landscape
Monday, March 20 from 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Virtual event
- This webinar provides an overview of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) priorities across the federal government, along with insight and recommendations on opportunities that directly support campus DEI efforts, support for DEI-oriented research, and the need to consider DEI in pursuing larger team or center awards. Free virtual event, please RSVP here.
Graduate School Admissions-Preparing and Applying to Graduate School
Tuesday, March 21 from 9 - 10 a.m. | University Center 309
- Join Dee Johnson (Graduate Recruitment Specialist) for an informal informational session for students to learn more about UCCS Graduate Programs and the application process. Free event, RSVP here.
Resilience, Stress, and Coping: Mental Health Outreach
Tuesday, March 21 from 4 - 5 p.m. | University Center 124
- Providing mental health trainings for students in a safe environment provided by the counseling interns at the Wellness Center. Free event with limited spots, please register in advance here.
Trivia Night
Tuesday, March 21 from 7 - 9 p.m. | Clyde's Gastropub
- Come test your knowledge with Student Life and play through 6 rounds of trivia for a chance to win prizes! Free event, RSVP here.
80's Themed Boxing Pop-Up Class
Thursday, March 23 from 4 - 5 p.m. | Campus Rec Group Fitness Studio 2
- Get groovy and join us for our 80's Themed Boxing Pop-Up Class! Free event, learn more here.
Athletics
Baseball
Mountain Lions vs. CSU Pueblo
Tuesday, March 21 at 3 p.m. | Mountain Lion Park
Arts & Culture
FLOCK & Artists
Thursday, March 16 at 7:30 p.m. | Shockley-Zalabak Theater
- This new show, from co-choreographers Alice Klock and Florian Lochner, explores myths and childhood stories, unpacking how memory and imagination play into our reality and our definitions of self in a program that offers a vibrantly physical and multilayered look at the possibilities within human connection. Purchase tickets here.
Indecent
Thursday, March 16 through Sunday, March 26 | Ent Center for the Arts
- Paula Vogel’s Indecent follows the true story of a group of Jewish actors, traveling the world performing Sholem Asch’s iconic work about the love between two women, God of Vengeance, that enjoy smashing success until they arrive on Broadway and are arrested for indecency. Find a show time and purchase tickets here, free tickets can be reserved for UCCS students.
The Half-Life of Marie Curie
Thursday, March 16 through Sunday, April 2 | Osborne Studio Theater
- When two Nobel prizes prove inadequate armor against scandal, Marie Curie turns to fellow scientist and trusted confidant Hertha Ayrton to weather the storm of heartbreak, public opinion, and self-doubt. Find a show time and purchase tickets here, discounts for UCCS students and staff.
Bent Frequency Duo Project: Community-Based Advocacy Through Adventurous Arts Programming (Artist Talk)
Friday, March 17 at 12:15 p.m. | Chapman Foundation Recital Hall
- Jan Berry Baker and Stuart Gerber of Bent Frequency will discuss the requirements for running a 501c(3) non-profit organization, establishing community partnerships, leveraging grant money as well as strategies for using creative and socially-conscious programming to create and build an engaged audience. Free event, register here.
Peak FreQuency Presents: Bent Frequency Duo Project Concert “RESONANCE”
Saturday, March 18 at 7:30 p.m. | Chapman Foundation Recital Hall
- Atlanta-based Bent Frequency brings the avant-garde to life through adventurous and socially conscious programming, cross-disciplinary collaborations, and community engagement. Purchase tickets here.
Danú
Sunday, March 19 at 2 p.m. | Shockley-Zalabak Theater
- Danú, one of the leading traditional Irish ensembles of today, features high-energy performances and a glorious mix of ancient Irish music and new repertoire. Purchase tickets here, discounts for UCCS students.
Prologue: The Half-Life of Marie Curie
Sunday, March 19 at 2:30 p.m. | Dusty Loo Bon Vivant Theater
- Join local scholars to unpack the historical context of Indecent and The Half-Life of Marie Curie. Free event with limited spaces, please register in advance here.
Peak FreQuency Presents: Peak FreQuency Brass with Hint of Lime Brass Trio
Monday, March 20 at 7:30 p.m. | Chapman Foundation Recital Hall
- Hint of Lime Brass aims to create experiences of vast musical variety for diverse audiences while additionally advocating for the creation and performance of new music. Purchase tickets here, discounts for military and seniors.
Fireside Dialogue Mike Till
Tuesday, March 21 at 5:30 p.m. | Ent Center for the Arts
- Attend a a chat with Mike Till, forester extraordinaire and Colorado State Forest Service employee who works in the natural resource field, specifically in the southwest, helping local governments and private homeowners with technical forestry assistance. Free event with limited spots, please register in advance here.
Peak FreQuency Presents: Guest Composer Adam Greene
Tuesday, March 21 at 7:30 p.m. | Shockley-Zalabak Theater
- Join us for a varied evening of music for electric guitar, viola, and piano by San Diego composer Adam Greene, including three premieres, and UCCS faculty performers Colin McAllister and Martha Muehleisen with special guest artist Shannon Wettstein, piano. Purchase tickets here, discounts for military and seniors.
Junior Recital: Skye Maldonado and Christopher Swanson
Wednesday, March 22 at 7:30 p.m. | Chapman Foundation Recital Hall
- Join junior students Skye Maldonado and Christopher Swanson in a composition recital. Free event, please register in advance here.
Peak FreQuency Presents: Army Brass Quintet
Thursday, March 24 at 7:30 p.m. | Chapman Foundation Recital Hall
- Join the Army Brass Quintet for an evening of authentic instruments with a wide repertoire. Free event, register 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.