Make crafts for Ramadan, play board games at KFL, learn about neurodiverse practices, attend a job fair and take a class on how to understand and improve your credit!
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Campus Events | Athletics | Arts & Culture
Campus Events
MONDAY
GRIT Resiliency in Action Conference 2024
Monday, March 11 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. | Ent Center for the Arts
- The Lyda Hill Institute for Human Resilience welcomes you to the GRIT: Resiliency in Action Conference 2024. This empowering one-day event is tailored for both experienced GRIT Coaches and those new to the GRIT Program. Join us for an enriching experience focused on deepening your understanding of resilience, team building, and the core principles of the GRIT Program. Learn more about the event here. Attendance is free, but registration is required in advance.
Women’s History Month Mixer
Monday, March 11 from 5 – 7 p.m. | Kettle Creek
- To kickoff Women’s History Month, join the Department of Student Life, the MOSAIC and LGBTQ+ Resource Center, and many of UCCS’ women-centric organization for a mixer! Open to all UCCS students, staff, and faculty.
The Value of Representation in Public Health, Education, and Policy
Monday, March 11 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. | UC 303
- One of the acute concerns in the U.S. today is the impact of inadequately embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in policy, education, and the public health system. At this event, the invited panelists will discuss the importance of valuing different voices to support DEI and share their experiences, perspectives, and strategies to promote DEI in their profession.
TUESDAY
Noodle Lunch
Tuesday, March 12 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Columbine Hall 316
- Stop by the center for a free cup of noodles, and to stay and hang out, study, or play some games!
Mac and Cheese Bar Commuter Lunch on Us
Tuesday, March 12 from 12 – 1 p.m. | Outside the Student Life Lounge
- Calling our commuter students to come grab and enjoy some mac and cheese for lunch!
Ramadan Crafts & Activities
Tuesday, March 12 from 6 – 8 p.m. | UC 307
- Gather to create paper stars, coloring pages, and engage in other activities. As we come together to break our fast (iftar), we’ll provide a selection of dates, fruits, and vegetables.
2024 Women’s History Month Day Trivia
Tuesday, March 12 from 7 – 9 p.m. | Clyde’s Gastropub
- Come join Student Life and MOSAIC Women’s History with Trivia Night for prizes!
WEDNESDAY
Big Lunch: Board Game Mixer
Wednesday, March 13 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Kraemer Family Library
- Break free from solitary study sessions and make new connections at the library. Grab some lunch and meet new people playing games like Superfight, Chameleon, and Codenames from the library’s collection.
UCCS Part-Time Job Fair
Wednesday, March 13 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Berger Hall
- You are invited to attend the UCCS Part-Time Job Fair IN PERSON! During the fair, you can find part-time and full-time job openings, internships and networking opportunities with employers! RSVP here.
Engaging in Neurodiverse Practices Training
Wednesday, March 13 from 1 – 3 p.m. | UC 302
- This two-hour training for staff, faculty, and students focuses on developing awareness of neurodivergence and discussing resources and skills to creating neurodiverse spaces and practices at UCCS.
Karaoke Night
Wednesday, March 13 from 5 – 6:30 p.m. | Columbine Hall 316
- The stage is calling your name! Join the Excel Multiliteracy Center for an evening of karaoke.
Nonprofit Exploration Night
Wednesday, March 13 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. | UC 302
- Explore the nonprofit sector during an engaging evening featuring panels of local professionals and UCCS professors. Gain valuable insights into career opportunities, educational pathways, and the passion for making a difference. Please register in advance here.
Intro to Wilderness First Aid
Wednesday, March 13 from 6 – 8 p.m. | Mountain Lion Meeting Room
- Learn the basics of first aid in wilderness situations!
THURSDAY
Pathways to Public Impact: A Job Fair
Thursday, March 14 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Berger Hall
- This in-person fair is targeted toward those pursuing criminal justice, social work, public administration, human services, and other public service positions. Find internships and job openings, network with employers, learn about career options and watch for additional public service networking and career events.
Sisterhood: Barbie, Joy Ride, and The Color Purple
Thursday, March 14 from 12 – 1 p.m. | The MOSAIC and LGBTQ+ Resource Center (UC 110)
- March’s theme, in alignment with Women’s History Month, is “Sisterhood: Barbie, Joy Ride, and The Color Purple”. Join us for a discussion on what sisterhood looks like across our diverse communities, learning to love all aspects of our “sisters,” and ways to strengthen the bonds between women on campus. We encourage everyone to bring an item to contribute to the circle. Items typically are things significant within your life such as a photo, a book, a gifted item, etc. The item will be returned back to the participant.
Lounging with Lizzie
Thursday, March 14 from 12 – 2 p.m. | Excel Science Center
- Pet therapy is a great way to wind down and get grounded, so take a break and come visit with Lizzie the spaniel!
Mastering Your Credit Workshop
Thursday, March 14 from 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. | Virtual event
- Have you wondered what credit is or why we use it? Join us for a workshop that will help you not only better understand credit but start to use it in your favor.
Zero-Proof Happy Hour
Thursday, March 14 from 5 – 6 p.m. | UCCS Farm
- Invest in your mental health and emotional well-being! Join us for an hour of happiness and explore various techniques and approaches to foster happiness and mitigate stress. Please register in advance here.
FRIDAY
Mindfulness through Art: Savoring Happiness
Friday, March 15 from 9 – 11 a.m. | The MOSAIC and LGBTQ+ Resource Center (UC 110)
- Come and join MOSAIC in an art and “savoring” workshop! We will do a mindfulness art session where everyone can paint or craft to their liking. The second half with be the “savoring” workshop with different practices to help us enjoy our positive emotions through a tea, fruit, and chocolate tasting and by admiring our artistic creations through all five senses.
Talk with an Immigration Attorney for International Students
Friday, March 15 from 4 – 5 p.m. | UC 126 or join virtually
- Learn about all the options after OPT including H1B information and more. Immigration Attorney Jacqueline McCullough will be sharing a presentation and answering any questions you may have. .
Kids Night Out – Climb Night
Friday, March 15 from 6 – 9 p.m. | UCCS Rec Center
- At Kids Night Out, our highly trained and background-checked UCCS RecKids counselors will fit participants in harnesses and help them climb on our 40-foot-high indoor climbing wall. Learn more about other Kids Night out dates and pricing here, with discounts for UCCS community members.
SATURDAY
Southern Colorado Education Job Fair
Saturday, March 16 from 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | UCCS Cybersecurity Building
- Welcome to the second annual Southern Colorado Education Job Fair —a dynamic and vibrant event designed exclusively for the bright minds of our community! This fair serves as a bridge between academia and the professional world, offering an opportunity for candidates to explore diverse career paths and connect with leading organizations in the education sector. Learn more about the event and registration here.
St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Saturday, March 16 from 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. | Copper House 9202
- Come with us to the St. Patrick’s Day Parade in downtown Colorado Springs to enjoy all the green. Transportation will be provided for the first 13 who RSVP to this event, if you don’t RSVP, then you can drive down on Tejon St.
UCCSlead Game Changer
Saturday, March 16 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. | Upper Lodge
- UCCSlead Game Changer is a half-day transformational leadership experience open to all UCCS-affiliated undergraduate and graduate students no matter their discipline or classification. Students will learn who they are as leaders, gain fundamental leadership skills, and take first steps to cultivating their personal brand of leadership. Additionally, students will receive UCCSlead swag, free food, a leadership certificate, and a graduation cord.
Pickleball Doubles Tournament
Saturday, March 16 from 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. | Court C
- Join Campus Rec for a pickleball tournament! Learn more about the event and registration here.
Athletics
BASEBALL
MSU Denver at UCCS
Friday, March 15 at 3 p.m. | Mountain Lion Park
MSU Denver at UCCS
Doubleheader on Saturday, March 16 at 12 p.m. | Mountain Lion Park
MSU Denver at UCCS
Sunday, March 17 at 12 p.m. | Mountain Lion Park
LACROSSE
Rockhurst at UCCS
Thursday, March 14 at 2 p.m. | Mountain Lion Stadium
Maryville at UCCS
Sunday, March 17 at 11 a.m. | Mountain Lion Stadium
SOFTBALL
Colorado Christian at UCCS
Doubleheader on Friday, March 15 at 12 p.m. | Mountain Lion Field
Colorado Christian at UCCS
Doubleheader on Sunday, March 16 at 11 a.m. | Mountain Lion Field
Arts & Culture
Wellness Wednesdays
Wednesday, March 13 at 12 p.m. | Ent Center for the Arts
- Join us for free, 1-hour movement sessions every Wednesday at the Ent Center for the Arts! Sessions are free and open to all, but registration is requested.
Student Recital: Serra Meier
Wednesday, March 13 at 7:30 p.m. | Chapman Foundation Recital Hall
- Join us for a student recital by Serra Meier.
Visiting Artists & Critics Series: Yana Payusova
Thursday, March 14 at 6 p.m. | Chapman Foundation Recital Hall
- Yana Payusova’s work reflects both her cultural heritage and training in traditional Russian realist painting, and it blends the styles and symbols of folk art, icons, graphic posters, illustration, and comics. Learn more about this Visiting Artist here.
Cats
Runs March 14 – 24 with several showtimes | Dusty Loo Bon Vivant Theatre
- In 1981 at the New London Theatre, a musical based on a little poem by T.S. Eliot, changed the theatre world. Cats played there for twenty-one years and became the definition of a mega-musical. Cats is far more than just a whimsical tale about alley cats. It’s a human story of love, pain, growth, aging, and redemption. Select a showtime and purchase tickets here.
Distinguished Professor Lecture with Dr. Dorothea Olkowski
Thursday, March 14 from 7 – 9 p.m. | Heller Center for Arts and Humanities
- Join us for a philosophy lecture hosted by Distinguished Professor Dr. Dorothea Olkowski.
EPIC: The Petrasek Duo
Friday, March 15 at 7 p.m. | Chapman Foundation Recital Hall
- Jessica Petrasek is known for her virtuosic and passionate flute playing. She performs as part of the EPIC Wind Quintet. In this performance, she is joined by her husband Joe, who is the principal percussionist of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra. They are joined by Noah Kay, principal oboe of the Colorado Springs Philharmonic, and Sergei Vassiliev, principal clarinetist of the Colorado Springs Philharmonic. Purchase tickets here.
Prologue with LaChanze: Cats, Into the Woods and the magic of Broadway
Saturday, March 16 at 6 p.m. | Ent Center for the Arts
- It’s Musical March and the Ent Center plays host to two legendary Broadway shows. There is perhaps no one better to talk about adaptations and the contemporary American musical than acting and producing star LaChanze.
Check out the 2024 schedule at the Ent Center!
For more events on campus, check out Mountain Lion Connect, our central campus events calendar.