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Fighting for Free Speech: CU Boulder SJP Students Protest Mahmoud Khalil’s Arrest
By Bell Piccirillo Students for Justice in Palestine rallied inside and outside the C4C to protest the arrest of Mahmoud Khalil and the broader suppression of Palestinian activism. To protect protesters from potential retaliation, photos were edited to conceal their identities. (Bell Piccirillo/Radio 1190) A student-led protest erupted Friday, March 14 at 12 p.m. as…
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CU Students Write Valentines Cards for Immigrants at “Revolutionary Love Night”
By Darien Cole Volunteers decorating their cards. (Payton Cordova/Radio 1190) On Monday, Feb. 10, a coalition of CU Boulder student activist groups hosted the second annual “Revolutionary Love Night”. Groups present included the Palestinian Student Association (PalSA), Students for a Democratic Society (SDS), Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP), Climatique, The Feminist Underground, and UMAS…
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What a Possible Freeze of Federal Aid Could Mean for Students
By Darien Cole The University of Colorado, Boulder’s Office of Financial Aid. (Nicholas Merl/Radio 1190) CU Boulder students are concerned about their financial aid following President Trump’s signing of a memo issued by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) on Jan. 27, which ordered federal agencies to pause financial aid that contradicted the administration’s…
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Review: “Bama Rush”, a Commentary on Modern Sexism and Womanhood
By William Flockton “Bama Rush”‘s film poster. Fleit deliberately chose to evoke horror movies in the film’s promotional material. (Bama Rush / HBO) Rachel Fleit, a documentarian whose work focuses on how women interact with society, visited the University of Colorado Boulder on Monday, Feb. 3 for a screening of her documentary, “Bama Rush.” Within…
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The University of Colorado DEI “Page Not Found”
By Sarah Taylor & Melodie Miller A screenshot of the University of Colorado’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion webpage. (Photo via CU Independent) Editor’s note: This story was cross-published on the digital webpage of the University of Colorado Boulder’s student newspaper, the CU Independent. On Thursday, members of the University of Colorado community noticed that the…
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Letter from the News Directors
Letter from News Director Juanita Hurtado Huerfano and Assistant News Director Samyukta Sarma
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Signing Off: Final Letter from 1190 News Director Jack Armstrong
By Jack Armstrong Photo By 1190 News. Jack Armstrong on first row left. You’re listening to Radio 1190 News, I’m your host, Jack Armstrong. We go now, to a Letter from the News Director: Over the past two and a half years, I’ve fulfilled the position of News Director for Radio 1190. The station has…
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CU Car Club Hosts Final Meet of the Year
By Sophia Gyuk On Thursday, Nov. 21 the CU Car Club held their most recent meet, one of the final get-togethers this fall season. CU Car Club, while not affiliated with the university, is primarily ran and attended by students. Nov. 21’s meet saw Boulder community members and CU students alike join together to appreciate…
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Topophilia: CU Boulder Earth Sciences and Map Library Opens New Exhibit on “Love for Place”
By Ethel Yagudayeva The latest pride and joy of CU Boulder’s Earth Sciences and Map Library is a unique exhibit featuring incomparable archived maps and beautifully crafted ceramics. “Topophilia” is a temporary installation planned to last until August 2025, presenting human’s innate “love for place” whether that be a place at home, or a place…
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Supporting CU Buffs Means Funding Cheerleading, Not Just the Football Team
By Rachel Zing Photo by Rachel Zing I once bought a CU Cheerleading sweatshirt for full price from the spirit squad’s team store. I am not a cheerleader, nor do I want to be. I bought the sweater in 2023 as part of a fundraiser for the cheerleading team. Despite qualifying for a national competition…
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CU Board of Regents Candidate T.J. Cole Plans to Invest Money Back Into the University to Benefit Students
By Celia Vargas and Piper George In 2022, Deion Sanders was named head coach of the CU football team which caused revenue numbers to skyrocket. In the 2023 season, the football team generated $113.2 million from solely home games according to the Boulder Colorado USA. Where is all that money going? Well, T.J. Cole wants…
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Ukraine on the Ballot: How the U.S. Election Could Shape Ukraine’s Future
By Bell Piccirillo Photo by Bell Piccirillo In a discussion at the University of Colorado Boulder, a panel of experts convened to explore the intricate connections between American politics and the ongoing war in Ukraine. As the U.S. election approaches, four distinguished voices — spanning political science to public activism — shared insights on how…
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SJP Reminds CU of the Power of Assembly
By Sophia Gyuk Photo by Sophia Gyuk Walkout at 11:30, rally at 12! A poster with these instructions distributed by CU’s chapter of Students for Justice in Palestine called for participation in their kickoff of what colleges around the country are calling “rage week,” a national week of protest against the U.S.’s support towards the…
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Hispanic Heritage Month: CU Fitness and Wellness Hosts Afro-Latin Dance Party
By Juan Jose Monterrey Photo by Juan Jose Monterrey Celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month, CU Fitness and Wellness hosted an Afro-Latin Dance Party at the Rec Center’s Studio 2, headlined by DJ Starseed. This lively event was not only a celebration of music and dance but also a meaningful opportunity to honor Afro-Latin culture and…
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Laugh Hard, Fight Hard: Dallas Goldtooth’s Humor-Driven Activism
By Bell Piccirillo If you’ve ever wondered how to balance cracking jokes while attempting to save Mother Earth, Dallas Goldtooth is your guide. Known mostly for his role in the groundbreaking comedy sketch series “Reservation Dogs,” a show with an all-Indigenous cast and crew that navigates the space between storytelling and activism, Goldtooth masterfully blends…
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‘Communication Breakdown’ Led to Pekoe’s Confusion Over CU Boulder Lease
University changes rules for vendor communications
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CUPD Issues Statement on Student charged with Sexual Assault
CUPD Issues Statement on Student charged with Sexual Assault
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Breaking: Chancellor dramatically shrinks autonomy, budget of CUSG
The CU Student Government is facing the biggest change in its 44 year history: an over 90 percent budget reduction, removal of voting power on funding boards and a “predatory affront to” student voices, according to CUSG’s executives. Currently, CUSG has a $24 million budget and control of the Recreation Center, UMC and other cost…