{"id":145616,"date":"2023-02-23T11:03:02","date_gmt":"2023-02-23T18:03:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/communique.uccs.edu\/?p=145616"},"modified":"2023-02-24T09:32:53","modified_gmt":"2023-02-24T16:32:53","slug":"upcoming-campus-events-february-23-march-4","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/communique.uccs.edu\/?p=145616","title":{"rendered":"Upcoming Campus Events: February 23 &#8211; March 4"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/communique.uccs.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Copy-of-230202_UCCS_CommGraphics_Twitter.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-145208\" srcset=\"https:\/\/communique.uccs.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Copy-of-230202_UCCS_CommGraphics_Twitter.png 1200w, https:\/\/communique.uccs.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Copy-of-230202_UCCS_CommGraphics_Twitter-600x338.png 600w, https:\/\/communique.uccs.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Copy-of-230202_UCCS_CommGraphics_Twitter-741x417.png 741w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Learn about allyship, build a fairy garden, attend a presentation from a Nobel Peace Prize winner and more with these upcoming events! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Looking for more? Check out the UCCS online calendar at <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/mlc.uccs.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\">Mountain Lion Connect<\/a> or <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/clubmatch.uccs.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\">visit ClubMatch<\/a> to find a group that&#8217;s right for you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"#campusevents\">Campus Events<\/a> | <a href=\"#athletics\">Athletics<\/a> | <a href=\"#arts\">Arts &amp; Culture<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"campusevents\">Campus Events<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>&#8220;What is Allyship?&#8221; Presentation<\/strong><br>Thursday, February 23 from 11 a.m. \u2013 Noon | University Center 110<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>This presentation will discuss the allyship awareness journey. Open to all UCCS students, faculty and staff. <a href=\"https:\/\/forms.office.com\/r\/T8eB5q6wdP\">Free event, please register in advance<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u201cI Am Not My Hair\u201d Dialogue on the CROWN Act<\/strong><br>Thursday, February 23 from 6 \u2013 8 p.m. | University Center 307<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>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. <a href=\"https:\/\/forms.office.com\/pages\/responsepage.aspx?id=-kOTUsjon0GrLqcMEAOIEKDW7tFivWhEk2w6zopzvnVUNjJEODZPTDNSTjVUOU9OWE1BMjVaQk5VRS4u\">Free event, please register in advance<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>FreeQuency Slam Poetry Night<\/strong><br>Thursday, February 23 from 7 &#8211; 9 p.m. | Clyde&#8217;s Gastropub<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A poetry slam and open mic alongside FreeQuency. Mwende \u201cFreeQuency\u201d Katwiwa (they\/them) is a Kenyan, Immigrant, Queer author, truthteller, mentor and performer. Open to all UCCS students. <a href=\"https:\/\/mlc.uccs.edu\/event\/8917513\">Free event, please RSVP here<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Queer-aoke Night<\/strong><br>Friday, February 24 from 5:30 \u2013 7 p.m. | Clyde\u2019s Gastropub<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>An LGBTQ-centric night of musical expression with new and old friends. Open to all UCCS students, faculty and staff.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Roaring Weekends: Swim Up Movie<\/strong><br>Friday, February 24 from 7 &#8211; 8 p.m. | Recreation Center Pool<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>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. <a href=\"https:\/\/mlc.uccs.edu\/event\/8617476\">Free event, please RSVP here<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Roaring Weekends: Air Plant Fairy Gardens<\/strong><br>Saturday, February 25 from 11 a.m. &#8211; 1 p.m. | Student Life Lounge<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>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. <a href=\"https:\/\/mlc.uccs.edu\/event\/8827008\">Free event, please RSVP here<\/a> <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>A Conversation with Dmitry Muratov<\/strong><br>Monday, February 27 from 6 &#8211; 7:30 p.m. | The Ent Center of the Arts<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>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. <a href=\"https:\/\/web.cvent.com\/event\/22ac072f-c49e-41e1-9343-e3c440dcb4da\/summary\">Free event, please register in advance<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Money Mapping Workshop<\/strong><br>Tuesday, February 28 from noon &#8211; 1 p.m. | University Center 110<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>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. <a href=\"https:\/\/forms.office.com\/r\/T8eB5q6wdP\">Free event, please register in advance<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Banned Books Program<\/strong><br>Tuesday, February 28 from 3:30 &#8211; 5 p.m. | University Center 110<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>An exploration of banned books and a celebration of our freedom to read.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Career Networking Night<\/strong><br>Wednesday, March 1 from 6 \u2013 8 p.m. | Berger Hall<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>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! <a href=\"http:\/\/bit.ly\/3XE5AZJ\">Free event, please register in advance<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cybersecurity Across the Federal Government Panel<\/strong><br>Thursday, March 2 from 9 &#8211; 11 a.m. | Cybersecurity Center (plus virtual option)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>An informal way for students to&nbsp;explore the role of various federal agencies in cybersecurity. Agencies represented:&nbsp;CIA, CISA, NSA, FEMA, DISA, NREL\/DOE, DIA. <a href=\"https:\/\/web.cvent.com\/event\/3262016a-a6c3-4763-9758-faef534e7389\/summary\">Free event, please register in advance<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"athletics\">Athletics<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Softball <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Mountain Lions vs. MSU Denver<\/strong><br>Friday, February 24 at 12 p.m. | Mountain Lion Field<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Mountain Lions vs. MSU Denver<\/strong><br>Saturday, February 25 at 11 a.m. | Mountain Lion Field<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Baseball<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Mountain Lions vs. University of Sioux Falls<\/strong><br>Friday, February 24 at 2 p.m. | Mountain Lion Park<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Mountain Lions vs. University of Sioux Falls<\/strong><br>Saturday, February 25 at 11 a.m. | Mountain Lion Park<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Mountain Lions vs. University of Sioux Falls<\/strong><br>Sunday, February 26 at 11 a.m. | Mountain Lion Park<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Mountain Lions vs. CSU Pueblo<\/strong><br>Tuesday, February 28 at 2 p.m. | Mountain Lion Park<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"arts\">Arts &amp; Culture<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Ent Center Cabaret: Tiffany Mills Dance Company<\/strong><br>Thursday, February 23 from 7:30 &#8211; 8:30 p.m. | Ent Center for the Arts<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>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. <a href=\"https:\/\/tickets.entcenterforthearts.org\/4212\/4241\">Purchase tickets here<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tickets.entcenterforthearts.org\/events\">Check out the 2023 schedule at the Ent Center!<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For more events on campus, check out <a href=\"https:\/\/mlc.uccs.edu\/events\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/mlc.uccs.edu\/events\">Mountain Lion Connect<\/a>, our central campus events calendar.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<div class=\"mh-excerpt\"><p>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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