Stories of Arts & Sciences
College Snapshots
Arts and Sciences Honors Program Distinguished Lecture
5:30 p.m. March 11,Gold Biosciences Building A2B70
Nobel Laureate Thomas Cech, a distinguished professor of biochemistry, Cech will explore some of RNA’s magical powers and stories from his recent book The Catalyst.
Presented by: Arts and Sciences Honors Program
2026 Faculty and Staff Student Success Champion Awards
College of Arts and Sciences faculty and staff recognized include Dr. Patricia Gonzalez, champion of staff and university support; Lauren Osmer, champion of student access, belonging and equity; Kate Semsar, champion of student support; and Kim Noice, champion of student support
CU announces $2M investment in Center for African & African American Studies (CAAAS)
Announced by 91ý Chancellor Justin Schwartz and CU President Todd Saliman
Person of recognition:
Reiland Rabaka, director of the CAAAS
Quantum Scholars program awarded $70,000 in scholarships
Gifted by Meadowlark Optics
Program description:
Quantum Scholars provides scholarship support, talks by prominent quantum scientists and industry leaders and more.
$60,000 grant to research sources of the European Enlightenment in the Middle Ages and Renaissance
Featured scholar:
Robert Pasnau, college professor of distinction, Department of Philosophy
Fiske Planetarium celebrates 50 years!
Celebrating with select performances throughout the year.
Learn about Fiske's five decades of immersive science, astronomy, art and music experiences.