Colorado University Athletics
Events & Programming Updates for CU Student-Athletes
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Parking Permit Purchases Open Next Week!
Parking permit sales for all student-athletes begin on Monday, July 27th at 10:00 AM. Permits are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and they WILL sell out. Questions? Talk to your team’s Director of Ops! To purchase parking:
- Log in to your parking account portal with your identikey at https://cuboulder.aimsparking.com/
- Have your vehicle make & license plate number (Example: Toyota CO plate ABC123)
- The specific lot number you’d like to park in; you can only purchase parking in one lot
- A payment option (credit card or by applying it to the student tuition and fee bill)
- Any outstanding citations must be paid before a permit can be purchased.
- If you need parking during spring semester, it is best to purchase it at this time
Homecoming Court Nominations
Consider nominating someone to be a member of the 2026 CU Homecoming Court! Here is more info about the process:
2026 Homecoming Court Timeline
- Nominations due July 24th
- Supplemental Application due August 9th
- Nominees Announced the Week of September 7th
- Homecoming Week : September 28th - October 4th
Homecoming Court Eligibility
- Nominees must be a senior in the Fall 2026 semester
- Have made a significant contribution to the greater good of the campus community & Embody Buff Pride
- Be in good standing with the university (both from a student conduct and academic performance)
Building Access Reminders:
- Student-Athletes do not have access to Premium Spaces (Byron R. White Club, Rooftop and Touchdown Club) during Private events. Reach with any questions
- Help us keep our facilities safe! Athletics Facilities inside the Champions Center, Dal Ward, and CUEC are CLOSED to the public. Please do not let anyone without BuffOneCard access into our facility.
Fill A Backpack Drive
Join us in collecting new backpacks and school supplies for local students grades K-5. Donate items to Crawford Club (Fueling Station), Dal Ward Lobby, CU Events Center (outside upper gym). The supply list is below, and items are due on Wednesday, July 29th! Supply List: Grades K-5
- Backpack
- Eraser
- #2 Pencils (24 pack)
- Highlighter
- Ruler
- Two Pocket Folders
- Glue Sticks
- Glue Bottle
- Scissors
- Crayons (24, 36, 48 packs)
- Markers
- Colored Pencils
- Wide-Rules, One Subject Notebooks
- Over-the-Ear, Wired Headphones
- Composition Notebook
Additional Opportunities
Please reach out to our Community Outreach team for an active list of volunteer opportunities in the area.
Mikeitta Williams - Mikeitta.Williams@colorado.edu or Rachel Ripken - Rachel.Ripken@colorado.edu
WHOLE Challenge Coins - If you are graduating, please remember to pick up your WHOLE Challenge Coin, which represents team unity, individual achievement, and serves as a reminder of your hard work and excellence in your sport and in your life. Congratulations on ALL that you have accomplished!!
Compliance & OIEC Trainings
All student-athletes must attend one OIEC training. For student-athletes in sports other than football, soccer, volleyball, or cross country, you must also attend one of the Compliance meetings to be cleared to participate in athletic activities this academic year (along with sports medicine approval).
All meetings held in the Byron R. White Club!
Thursday, August 20th - 7 AM: Compliance Fall Team Meeting for winter/spring sport student-athletes, 4 PM: OIEC Training for all student-athletes
Friday, August 21st - 7 AM: Compliance Fall Team Meeting for winter/spring sport student-athletes, 8 AM: OIEC Training for all student-athletes
You must be cleared by sports medicine and compliance before participating in any voluntary or required activities.
Please remember that NCAA rules & regulations continue to apply to you & your actions over summer break. As always, ask before you act!
Ask Before You Act! Please reach out to comply@colorado.edu with any questions or concerns.
Please use your Teamworks app to scan the QR code to check in.
FUELING STATION HOURS
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Reminder that the Fueling Station provides one meal at a time to support you during training and recovery. Please refrain from taking extra boxes of food so we can ensure there’s enough for everyone.
Check your Gold Card balance and locations at: flatironsmealplan.com/goldcard/
Follow us on @cubuffsspnd on IG for PND content, fueling station updates, and nutrition education!
CLICK HERE TO REQUEST AN IN-PERSON OR VIRTUAL APPOINTMENT WITH PHP!!
You can now message us on our PHP Teamworks account for general questions and scheduling!
WALK-IN HOURS
Walk-in hours - Come to our office, located on the 2nd floor of Dal Ward:
- M/W 10:00 - 12:00 PM
- T/TH 1:00 - 3:00 PM
- F 10:00 - 11:00 AM
BUFFS HELPLINE
For 24/7/365 immediate mental health support, our Buffs Helpline is available to all of our student-athletes. Please call 303-735-7182 and press 9 if you need to speak with a mental health provider.
NEW! Single session appointment. Starting this year, PHP will offer one-time, confidential sessions if you need support but aren't sure if you need or want ongoing counseling. Available virtually or in-person. Call or walk-in to schedule.
Free Calm Subscription: The world's #1 app for mental fitness, Calm is a meditation and sleep app that is made to suit your schedule and needs. All CU student-athletes now have access to a free Calm subscription!
- To unlock your free subscription, click here!
- Once on the page, create an account or sign in to your existing Calm account.
- Then, use your Colorado email (e.g.firstname.lastname@colorado.edu) in the box provided to activate the subscription on your Calm account.
- Finally, download the Calm app onto your phone and log in to access your premium account!
Free MindStrong Sport App account available to all student-athletes! This app is a psychological tool that helps athletes with their mindset, mental performance, and overall health. Click here to unlock your free account!
Follow us on Instagram: @cubuffsphp
What is SAAC?
SAAC is an active group of student leaders from each of CU's athletic programs. The student-led group is dedicated to providing a voice for the interests and concerns of all student-athletes at CU. Involvement is open to any student-athlete willing to make the commitment to serve on behalf of their peers.
There are various sub-committees around Diversity and Inclusive Excellence, Student-Athlete Welfare, Career and Leadership Development, Event Planning, Environmental Responsibility and Community Outreach. SAAC members receive educational opportunities on legislation and provide their feedback on initiatives run by the Athletic Department, Pac-12 and NCAA. SAAC members often participate on campus and department committees and serve valuable roles that provide insights to administrators.
For questions and more information please contact Lauren.Unrein@colorado.edu.
REMINDERS:
Scripps LCD is your free and dedicated service to help you find your next team after CU! Use our Calendly links to find something that fits with your schedule. See below for team assignments!
Lauren - Football, Lacrosse, Women’s Basketball, M’s & W’s Golf Sign up to meet with Lauren Here
Katherine - Ski, Soccer, Volleyball, & XC/TF, M’s Basketball, & Tennis. Sign up to meet with Katherine Here
LOOKING FOR A JOB OR INTERNSHIP?
Sign up for Handshake and unlock great jobs and internships in the US or internationally! HOT TIP - use the “CU Boulder collection” filter to find research & paid opportunities on campus and in the Boulder area.
Have you landed a great job or internship? Let LCD know so we can feature you on our LinkedIn Page!
Hear Our Herd
Hear Our Herd is a brave conversation where Student-Athletes get to share their stories and their experiences on numerous topics. Full episodes live on BuffsTV on YouTube and CU Buffs on Facebook. Click the links below to watch our newest episodes.
Episode 1: Belonging Is…
Episode 2: National Girls & Women in Sports Day
Episode 3: Black Student-Athlete Experience
Episode 4: Women's History Month
Team Meetings/DEI Workshop:
The DEI staff can complete a DEI workshop for teams at the request of student-athletes or coaches. Please reach out to DEIAthletics@colorado.edu to learn how to request one.
Seniors and Grads! Graduating this year? please update your contact info with the Alumni C Club by stopping by CC520D or via email to alumniCclub@colorado.edu. The Alumni C Club congratulates all student athletes on graduation and walking in the best ceremony of your life! Please visit us at the Athletic Department Graduation Brunch to receive your graduation gift! We can't wait to welcome you to your letterwinners association!