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  Opinion: The truth behind “study aids”

  Mar 16, 2011comments

  (CU Independent illustration/Kelly Kaoudis) The opinions represented in this article do not necessarily represent those of the staff of CUIndependent.com nor any of its sponsors. Every college student has those nights; the ones brimming with... read more »

   

• CU graduate atomic studies program ties for No. 1

  Mar 15, 2011comments

  U.S News & World Report has issued its 2012 edition of the best graduate schools, and CU is among the top 10 for multiple programs. According to the U.S News & World Report website, CU has received a No. 1 ranking for its atomic/molecular/optical... read more »

   
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  Spotlight on: Trevor Hall

  Mar 15, 2011comments

  (Courtesy photo) After a much needed stay in India, following two back-to-back cross-country tours, 24-year-old singer-songwriter Trevor Hall is back to work as he prepares for his next tour and the July release of his latest album, “Everything,... read more »

   
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  Large-scale Rec Center renovation up to student vote

  Mar 15, 2011comments

  Click here for a video tour of the CU Rec Center The CU Rec Center. (CU Independent file/Lauren Walter) A committee of students is seeking to bring change to the Rec Center with the proposal of a complete renovation and the addition of new facilities. The... read more »

   
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  Buffs headed to the WNIT

  Mar 15, 2011comments

  Sophomore guard Chucky Jeffrey puts up a shot over a Missouri defender during their game on Jan. 22. The Buffs are headed to the WNIT after posting a 15-15 record this season. (CU Independent/Patrick Ghidossi)The Colorado women’s basketball... read more »

   

• Restaurant Review: John’s

  Mar 15, 2011comments

  My boyfriend and I dished out to be served up at Boulder’s intimate and quaint John’s restaurant during Denver Restaurant Week 2011. John’s, along with sixteen other Boulder eateries and a whole slew of restaurants in Denver,... read more »

   
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  Opinion: The pain of being left out

  Mar 15, 2011comments

  Senior guard Cory Higgins pulls his jersey over his head following the Buffaloes' 73-70 loss in overtime to the Texas A&M Aggies on Feb. 9. (CU Independent/Patrick Ghidossi)I feel like I’ve been lied to. Coming into Sunday’s... read more »

   
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  Opinion: A man’s guide to the top seven songs for that special night

  Mar 14, 2011comments

  Marvin Gaye's hit album 'Let's Get It On' was released in 1973. (Courtesy/Tamla Records)So you’re taking that special someone out for a night to remember. Forget the heart-shaped box of chocolates. Put the roses down. Turn... read more »

   
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  The “What’s up?” weekly

  Mar 14, 2011comments

  (CU Independent illustration/Kelly Kaoudis) There are more than a couple things to celebrate this week. Between St. Patty’s Day, Spring Break being oh-so-close and the arrival of spring (soon, anyways), we Boulderites deserve a little reward... read more »

   

• Fashion Under the Flatirons

  Mar 14, 2011comments

  When it comes to supporting local businesses and giving back to those in need, fashion has never looked so good. High energy and enthusiasm overflowed the Boulder Theater last Thursday night as Downtown Boulder, Inc. presented their second... read more »