Buff Family News

  • student on phone
    Suicide – it’s not an easy topic to talk about, but it is so important. Suicide is the second leading cause of death among college-aged students. If your student is having a hard time or thinking about suicide, it’s important they get the help they need.
  • camping
    Spring break is in full swing. If your student has decided to stay in Boulder over break and is in need of something fun to do, they can take advantage of things to do in the area with less students around. Here are some staycation ideas to share
  • heart hands
    Do you know your student’s Love Language? Developed by Gary Chapman in 1992, the Love Languages are a way to describe ways that one feels most appreciated or loved. If you aren't familiar with the 5 languages you can take the quiz for yourself and
  • family weekend
    Fall break can be a great time to reconnect with your student. If they will be visiting home, it can also be a great time to prepare for winter and complete other tasks. Here are a few things to consider with your student’s transition home. Let them
  • Money
    Part of your student’s college experience will be developing skills and routines they will use beyond their time at CU Boulder. These “life skills” can include cooking, completing household chores, running errands and paying bills. Here are some
  • internships jobs
    It’s never too early for students to prepare for their job or internship search! And starting to search early can lead to many benefits. Starting to look for jobs or internships in the fall can help your student feel more confident. They’ll also be
  • umbrella girl
    During this time of the year our students are working to navigate campus, foster new friendships and adjust to increasingly busy schedules. These types of transitions can lead to situational depressive episodes, or worsen existing depression.
  • Woman sleeping with pug
    Right now many of our students are adjusting to major life changes and seasonal changes. As we dive into summer, many of our students may experience disruptions to their normal routines and schedules. Whether they are sleeping in later, taking more
  • House
    Does your student know what questions to ask their landlord before moving in to a rental? Do they know how many hours it takes to remove snow from the sidewalks after a blizzard? Students can find the answers to these questions and much more by
  • student walking
    Now that finals are over, encourage your student to take some time to reflect on the past year. What were their highlights? What classes did they enjoy? Are they happy with their grades? Is there anything they wish they had done differently?
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