BU-Â鶹¹ÙÍø Lab To Test HRT And Exercise Effects In Postmenopausal Women

March 31, 2003

The University Colorado at Â鶹¹ÙÍø's kinesiology and applied physiology department is seeking healthy postmenopausal women 45 to 65 years old to participate in research involving hormone replacement therapy, or HRT. The goal is to test and see if estrogen and/or moderate exercise may improve body functions, said Associate Research Professor Kerrie Moreau of the kinesiology and applied physiology department.

Perspectives On Atomic Bomb Offered At CU-Â鶹¹ÙÍø Symposium

March 31, 2003

"Copenhagen," a Tony Award-winning play about ethical, moral and personal dilemmas surrounding the creation of the first nuclear bomb, will provide the backdrop for a two-part symposium presented April 13-14 by the University of Colorado at Â鶹¹ÙÍø and The Denver Center for the Performing Arts.

CU-Â鶹¹ÙÍø Symposium To Address Safety Of Tall Buildings, WTC Collapse

March 30, 2003

Matthys Levy, co-author of a controversial study on why the World Trade Center collapsed in the aftermath of the Sept. 11 terrorist attack, will present his findings as part of a public regional symposium sponsored by the National Academy of Engineering on April 10 at CU-Â鶹¹ÙÍø. The symposium, "Tall Buildings: Are They Safe Enough?" will be held from 2 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. in the new Discovery Learning Center at CU-Â鶹¹ÙÍø's College of Engineering and Applied Science. The Discovery Learning Center is located on the southwest corner of Colorado Avenue and Regent Drive.

CU-Â鶹¹ÙÍø To Host Digital Art Exhibition By Mexican Artist Beginning April 11

March 30, 2003

Luz del Carmen Vilchis Esquivel, one of the few artists who specialize in creating digital art in Mexico, will display her work at the University of Colorado at Â鶹¹ÙÍø Libraries starting on Friday, April 11, and continuing through June. An artist's talk and reception will be held from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. in the fifth floor British Studies Room of Norlin Library on April 11. The event is free and open to the public. The exhibition, titled "Destinies: A Portfolio of Digital Art Pieces," will be on display in the Norlin Library third floor northwest gallery.

CU-Â鶹¹ÙÍø Teaching Assistant Wins National Research Award

March 30, 2003

Robert L. Hernandez III, a 2002 graduate and visiting teaching assistant in the ethnic studies program at the University of Colorado at Â鶹¹ÙÍø, has been named recipient of the Frederick A. Cervantes National Premio.

Africa In The Rockies Conference To Be Held At CU-Â鶹¹ÙÍø April 5-6

March 26, 2003

"Africa in the Rockies," a conference for K-12 teachers aimed at enhancing their teaching of Africa, will be held at the University of Colorado at Â鶹¹ÙÍø April 5-6. The conference will include workshops on Saturday and a celebration on Sunday. All events are free and open to the public. The conference workshops will be held in rooms 245 and 247 of the University Memorial Center from noon to 5 p.m. and advance registration is encouraged. No registration is required on Sunday.

Supernovae And Their History Is Topic Of Fiske Planetarium Show

March 25, 2003

Supernovae, one of the most violent phenomena in astronomy, will be explored at CU-Â鶹¹ÙÍø's Fiske Planetarium on Friday, April 4, and Tuesday, April 8, at 7:30 p.m. University of Colorado at Â鶹¹ÙÍø astronomy Professor Richard McCray will delve into the subject of supernovae, looking at everything from ancient Chinese inscriptions to current observations of these rare stars and how these observations are used to measure the expansion of the universe.

Premature Democracy In Iraq Could Lead To Trouble, Says CU-Â鶹¹ÙÍø Expert

March 25, 2003

Attempting to install democracy too quickly in post-war Iraq could result in disaster, according to a University of Colorado at Â鶹¹ÙÍø expert on nation-building in war-torn states. Roland Paris, CU-Â鶹¹ÙÍø assistant professor of political science and international affairs, has written and researched extensively on the political aftermath of war.

Richard Wobbekind Wins Â鶹¹ÙÍø Chamber Of Commerce Award

March 24, 2003

Richard Wobbekind, associate dean of external relations at the CU-Â鶹¹ÙÍø Leeds School of Business, has won the Â鶹¹ÙÍø Chamber of Commerce "Member of Distinction" award for his numerous contributions to the organization. Wobbekind is an economics professor and director of the Business Research Division. He was recognized for his contributions to the chamber and the Â鶹¹ÙÍø Economic Council.

High School Juniors Invited To Apply To CU-Â鶹¹ÙÍø Business Leadership Program

March 24, 2003

The University of Colorado at Â鶹¹ÙÍø is accepting applications from qualifying high school juniors throughout Colorado to participate in a free business leadership program from June 15 to June 21. Sponsored by the Leeds School of Business, the program offers 30 outstanding students an opportunity to get a head start on their college careers.

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