9 Things to Do This Weekend: Engineering design expo and more
This weekend brings CU on Friday, The Happytime Murdersscreening, silent disco on ice, chance to apply for the Eco-Social Justice Leadership Program, men's and women's basketball games and more.
CU on Friday
4–6 p.m.The Connection
Students, faculty and staff are invited to CU on Friday, a fun UMC tradition! This month's event theme is “Home for the Holidays,” where you can decorate gingerbread houses and enjoy free chili and cornbread.
8 p.m.Chem 140
Enjoy free admission and popcorn at this screening of The Happytime Murders.
“Detective Phil Philips is a down-on-his-luck puppet who used to work for the Los Angeles Police Department. When two puppets from an old TV show wind up dead, Phil suspects something is afoot and rejoins the LAPD as a consultant. Reunited with Connie Edwards, his former human partner, the bickering duo soon find themselves in a race against time to protect other former cast members before the killer strikes again.”
Fri-Yay Nights: Silent Disco on Ice
8:30–10:30 p.m. Rec CenterIce Rink
Enjoy ice skating with friends at the Fri-Yay Nights silent disco—music will be broadcasted through wireless headphones. Skate rentals are free!
Saturday, Dec. 8
Apply for the Eco-Social Justice Leadership Program
Due Dec. 14
Are you interested in increasing your understanding of social, environmental and economic issues? Are you looking to build leadership skills and get to know others? Apply for the Eco-Social Justice Leadership Program! The semester-long, interactive program will give you the skills and innovative tools to advance sustainability and social justice efforts. Those who successfully complete the program will receive a certificate of completion.
4 p.m.CU Events Center
Come out and support the CU men's basketball team as they take on theUniversity of Illinois-Chicago Flames.
6:30–9p.m. VAC 1B20
The rumors are true...CU'sall-women, rockstar a cappella choir's fall concert is right around the corner, featuring stellar harmonies, awkward dance movesand jams that will have you groovin' from your seat (and maybe even some Christmas tunes if you're lucky).
FallDesign Expo
10:30 a.m. to 12:30p.m.Integrated Teaching and Learning Laboratory and Discovery Learning Center
Come check out projects from dozens of budding engineers during theITL Design Expo, where student groups from all engineering majors are invited to display their projects for judges, fellow students and the public.
Sunday, Dec. 9
Visit the finals website
colorado.edu/finals
Find everything you need to know for finals in one place, includingresources, tips on managing stress and the final exam schedule. Plus, find a list of pre-finals events to help you take a break, refuel with free food and finish the semester strong.
1 p.m.CU Events Center
Support your women's basketball team as they take on the Navy Midshipmen women's basketball team.