{"id":161313,"date":"2025-01-16T12:17:02","date_gmt":"2025-01-16T19:17:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/communique.uccs.edu\/?p=161313"},"modified":"2025-01-16T12:25:03","modified_gmt":"2025-01-16T19:25:03","slug":"upcoming-campus-events-jan-20-jan-26","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/communique.uccs.edu\/?p=161313","title":{"rendered":"Upcoming Campus Events: Jan. 20 &#8211; Jan. 26"},"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\">Kick off the new semester and year with Coffee and Donuts, join a panel featuring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.&#8217;s nephew, Isaac Newton Farris Jr., support basketball and track &amp; field events and join Campus Recreation for free class intros!<\/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\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">TUESDAY<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Welcome Back Coffee and Donuts<br><\/strong>Tuesday, Jan. 21 from 8 &#8211; 9:30 a.m. | University Center Lobby<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Kick off the Spring 2025 semester with donuts and coffee!!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Virtual Abroad 101<br><\/strong>Tuesday, Jan. 21 from 12 &#8211; 1 p.m. | <a href=\"https:\/\/teams.microsoft.com\/l\/meetup-join\/19%3ameeting_YTFkMTQwOGYtM2YxNS00OTVmLWJkNDctZjFmMTA0ZGYwYjJh%40thread.v2\/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22529343fa-e8c8-419f-ab2e-a70c10038810%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22a8f7e66d-2f62-48aa-8b73-51acfcb982c7%22%7d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Virtual event<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If you&#8217;re interested in studying abroad, join us at Abroad 101 to learn more about what it means to study abroad, the types of programs we offer and how to apply!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">WEDNESDAY<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>MOSAIC &amp; LGBTQ+ Tabling<\/strong><br>Wednesday, Jan. 22 from 2 &#8211; 4 p.m. | University Center, 2nd floor near Cafe 65<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Join us at the MOSAIC &amp; LGBTQ+ Resource Center Table! Learn about our upcoming events and workshops, and don\u2019t forget to spin the wheel for a chance to win some awesome swag!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Letter Writing for Students<\/strong><br>Wednesday, Jan. 22 from 3 &#8211; 5 p.m. | Copper House Academic Commons<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>This event is an opportunity to write letters to anyone who has supported you! Express your appreciation and we\u2019ll mail the letters for you. Waffles, snacks, and all letter writing materials will be provided!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Protecting Freedom, Justice, and Democracy in the Spirit of Nonviolence365<\/strong><br>Wednesday, Jan. 22 from 3 &#8211; 5 p.m. | Kettle Creek or join virtually<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Spring term is kicking off with a very special guest: Isaac Newton Farris Jr., nephew of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Space is limited and seats will fill up! Isaac Newton Farris Jr. will be part of a large community panel that discusses protecting freedom, justice, and democracy in the spirit of Nonviolence365. Moderating the panel is Dr. Regina Lewis. <a href=\"https:\/\/web.cvent.com\/event\/834e3be8-9feb-49d5-9af0-56dd1778ee95\/summary\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Registration is required.<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">THURSDAY<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Breaks with Bella<\/strong><br>Thursday, Jan. 23 from 9:15 &#8211; 11 a.m. | Kraemer Family Library<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Dog Lover? Needing some comfort from a four legged friend? Missing your dog from home? Take a break from your studies and come de-stress with Bella! They will be at the 2nd floor front entrance (The Apse) of the Kraemer Library every other Thursday starting spring semester.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FRIDAY<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>MOSAIC &amp; LGBTQ+ Tabling<\/strong><br>Friday, Jan. 24 from 12 &#8211; 2 p.m. | University Center, 2nd floor near Cafe 65<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Join us at the MOSAIC &amp; LGBTQ+ Resource Center Table! Learn about our upcoming events and workshops, and don\u2019t forget to spin the wheel for a chance to win some awesome swag!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Free Gym Intros<br><\/strong>Friday, Jan. 24 from 1 &#8211; 2 p.m. | Fitness Center Floor<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Join Campus Rec for an hour of free gym intros!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Athletics<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Basketball<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>New Mexico Highlands at UCCS<\/strong><br>Thursday, Jan. 23 at 5 p.m. (Women&#8217;s) &amp; 7 p.m. (Men&#8217;s) | Gallogly Events Center<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Fort Lewis at UCCS<\/strong><br>Saturday, Jan. 25 at 1 p.m. (Women&#8217;s) &amp; 3 p.m. (Men&#8217;s) | Gallogly Events Center<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Track &amp; Field<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>UCCS Track &amp; Field Invite<\/strong><br>Saturday, Jan. 25, all day | Mountain Lion Fieldhouse<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tickets.entcenterforthearts.org\/events\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Check out the 2025 schedule at the Ent Center!<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" 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\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Mountain Lion Connect<\/a>, our central campus events calendar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<div class=\"mh-excerpt\"><p>Kick off the new semester and year with Coffee and Donuts, join a panel featuring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.&#8217;s nephew, Isaac Newton Farris Jr., support basketball and track &#038; field events and join Campus Recreation for free class intros! 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