University of Colorado at Boulder Parent Guide

Congratulations to you and your student for selecting the University of Colorado at Boulder and welcome to the CU-Boulder family! Of course we’re a little biased, but we’re willing to bet that you and your student will come to love CU for all that it has to offer, both in and out of the classroom.

We would also like to welcome you to the CU Parents Association, otherwise known as CUPA. The Parents Association is dedicated to promoting and advancing the University of Colorado at Boulder and to supporting the university administration in its ongoing mission of excellence.

Dates & Events

CU Buffs Football, Basketball, Soccer and other sports schedules

Catch your favorite team in action. Read More
CU Buffs Football
CU Buffs Women's Soccer
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Academics

Welcome to CU

Congratulations to you and your student for selecting the University of Colorado at Boulder and welcome to the CU-Boulder family! Read More
FERPA at a Glance
Smart Studying for CU Students
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Career Planning

Career Services Office

It’s never too early for students to come into Career Services to meet with a career counselor. Read More
How Valuable is a CU Degree?
Times Are Tough – Think Buff
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Health & Safety

Wardenburg Health Center

Wardenburg is a comprehensive health care facility located centrally on CU-Boulder’s campus near the University Memorial Center (UMC) and many residence halls. Read More
Safety First
CU Offers New Online Alcohol Course for Students
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Managing Finances

Financial Aid Stays Strong Despite Recession

New stimulus bill will aid struggling students Read More
CUBill&Pay
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Student Life

University Memorial Center

The UMC is the campus “living room,” the place where students spend much of their out-of-the-classroom time, and here are some ideas to make the most of it! Read More
Resolving Door Web Site
Fake ID Confiscation
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Tips for Parents

CU Office of Parent Relations

The Office of Parent Relations is equipped to answer many parent concerns, research tough questions or connect you with campus experts. Read More
CU Parent Program
Parent Association Enrollment Form
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