Speak Out!

• Talking about the taboo

  Apr 27, 2010comments

  The opinions represented in this article do not necessarily represent those of the staff of CUIndependent.com nor any of its sponsors. I believe in sex positivity. Because, let’s face it, sex has a huge impact on our lives. Whether we are... read more »

   

• Students unite against protesters

  Apr 23, 2010comments

  Signs spoke for the protesters as seven members from the Westboro Baptist Church silently raised sentiments like “God Hates Fags” and “Thank God for IEDs” outside the Hillel student office. [flagallery gid=24 name="Westboro... read more »

   
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  Unique accessibility highlights services at CU

  Apr 14, 2010comments

  Teresa Nguyen, a 21-year old senior integrative physiology major, poses for a portrait before her human anatomy lab on Wednesday. Behind her is a lift, recently added to the lab to allow her to participate in the class. (CU Independent/Stephanie... read more »

   

• Series: Religionism at CU

  Apr 13, 2010comments

  While most would agree that Boulder’s campus is, in general, geared towards acceptance and broadmindedness, one student says her faith has been attacked, dissected and ridiculed as she sought identity in her devotion. Although academia might... read more »

   
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  Consent is key

  Apr 9, 2010comments

  The opinions represented in this article do not necessarily represent those of the staff of CUIndependent.com nor any of its sponsors. (courtesy of the Eagle) Recently Alex Knepper, a student at American University, wrote an opinion piece for... read more »

   

• Is race an issue?

  Apr 3, 2010comments

  Various CU professors came together to discuss issues surrounding race and education on Friday in a two-part symposium hosted by Racial Initiatives for Students and Educators (RISE). During the afternoon session of the symposium, ethnic studies... read more »

   
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  Passover celebration at UMC

  Mar 31, 2010comments

  Hanan Nayberg, the director of Hillel in Colorado, smiles as the story of the Passover is read during Hillel's Passover Seder at the UMC Monday night. (CU Independent/Patrick Ghidossi) Students and community members looking to continue familial... read more »

   

• Cultural differences highlighted in Boulder

  Mar 15, 2010comments

  Asia day is a day to celebrate all of the different countries and their respective histories and cultures. Similar to the Boulder Asian Festival in August, this day is dedicated to the annual coming together of the Asian community in Boulder.... read more »

   
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  Calling all pagans

  Mar 12, 2010comments

  Rachel Saccardi, a sophomore environmental design major, at left, and Alina Pickett-Odom, a sophomore anthropology major, discuss herbalism at a Pagan Student Alliance meeting on Wednesday. (CU Indpendent/Stephanie Davis) Meditation, energy... read more »

   
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  Breaking down the walls

  Mar 10, 2010comments

  Lee Mun Wah Lee Mun Wah, an acclaimed lecturer and master diversity and communications trainer, is coming to CU to present “What Stands Between Us.” The presentation “What Stands Between Us,” which will take place on Tuesday, will focus... read more »