Buff Family News
- Many students stay in Boulder over break, as there are plenty of things to do and they can take advantage of enjoying different aspects of the Boulder/Denver area with less students around. Here are some reminders about limited services on campus
- As students get further into the semester, they might feel pressure from all different directions. While it’s important to be aware of our responsibilities, encourage your student to also look out for their energy and well-being. Here’s how to help
- While we can often be focused on our areas for improvement, sometimes it can be beneficial to concentrate more on our natural strengths and what sets us apart from others. This is where CliftonStrengths comes in. This assessment tool helps students
- Our lives are built around relationships: significant others, roommates, family, friends and more. Regardless of what kind of relationships your student has, it takes effort to make them work. Consider these tips for supporting your student in
- In hard times, our personal outlook can be the vehicle to a better place. This concept of learned optimism relies on the idea that we can teach ourselves to overcome negative thoughts. Psychology research shows that college students who
- Hitting the slopes isn’t the only way to experience winter in Colorado. Here are a few ideas to share with your student. Outdoor activities Sledding is a fun winter activity to do right after a snowfall. This article has great information on
- Having your student back home over winter break can be both stressful and enjoyable. Even when we have the best intentions and are thrilled to see each other, we can find ourselves in difficult conversations. Preparing for these
- Getting distracted happens to the best of us, and learning to manage time effectively can play a big role in your student’s academic success. Here are some tips to help your student stress less about managing their time and getting the most out of
- Midterms can be stressful, and while some stress can help motivate us, too much can be harmful. Learning to manage stress is key in getting through what can feel like a challenging point in the semester. Here are tips on recognizing the negative
- Viruses can last 7–10 days, meaning symptoms like a stuffy nose, body aches, fatigue and a sore throat stick around for a while. Since antibiotics typically don’t work for viruses, it’s important for your student to do what they can to feel their