Lifestyle

  • Eldora Mountain: A case of environmental stewards

    Eldora Mountain: A case of environmental stewards

    The opinions represented in this article do not necessarily represent those of the staff of CUIndependent.com nor any of its sponsors. Boulder’s own “friendly ski resort,” Eldora Mountain, may not be quite so friendly in terms of ecological... read more »

     
  • Dude, just come over!

    Dude, just come over!

    Here is the scene: your significant other, whom you have been dating for a long time, asks you to come over and hang out. It’s late at night, so this means you will be staying there. You start to mention how he or she has not stayed over... read more »

     
  • Make a better housing decision

    Make a better housing decision

    The first housing fair in the UMC last Wednesday illustrated the frenzy of Boulder pre-leasing. Here at the CUI, we’ve made your 2013 housing search a little bit easier by talking to some of the housing professionals around Boulder. We’ve... read more »

     
  • 8 exciting things under $8

    8 exciting things under $8

    Editor’s Note: The CU Independent does not condone or encourage ANY illegal or dangerous activity, especially those including fire, trespassing or cheap beer. It’s no secret that Boulder is expensive. Food is expensive, rent is high... read more »

     
  • Coyote attacks on Boulder Creek

    Coyote attacks on Boulder Creek

    Running or biking along Boulder Creek has always been a bit of a danger zone during peak hours of the day, what with all the people eager to soak up the nature and work up a sweat. Recently, though, it is not just the fast spinning cyclists... read more »

     
  • The Corner adds healthy Hill option

    The Corner adds healthy Hill option

    As the dreary and gray winter months settle over Boulder, a gleam of light is offered with a newly opened restaurant on the Hill, The Corner. The location was formerly Del Taco and had been under construction for the better part of last semester.... read more »

     
  • A student’s guide to ordering coffee

    A student’s guide to ordering coffee

    Waking up before the sun rises is the last thing a college student wants to do. Your mind moves slower at that time of the day, and anything seems like an insurmountable task, food, mouth, socks: which one comes first? A sampling of coffee beans... read more »

     
  • Feminism – From Bras to Bros: (Gender) Neutral Territory?

    Feminism – From Bras to Bros: (Gender) Neutral Territory?

    The opinions represented in this article do not necessarily represent those of the staff of CUIndependent.com nor any of its sponsors. Thursday night at the bars can get pretty crazy, but us ladies can usually find solace in one place: the bathroom.... read more »

     
  • I Hate Everything: Oh, there’s no place like home for the holidays

    I Hate Everything: Oh, there’s no place like home for the holidays

    The opinions represented in this article do not necessarily represent those of the staff of CUIndependent.com nor any of its sponsors. Along with decking the halls, trimming the trees and roasting chestnuts over an open fire, the holiday season... read more »

     
  • What’s Up Weekly: Editor’s Picks

    What’s Up Weekly: Editor’s Picks

    As entertainment editor here at the CU Independent, I want all of our readers to have an awesomely entertaining week. Here are my picks for this week so you’ll never have to worry about being bored. HOLIDAY SHOPPING Check out what’s... read more »