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Four Seasons of Wellness: Summer 2026


Brighter Days

In the northern latitudes especially, people tend to celebrate longer days. There’s no mystery why. Those who live in long periods of darkness come to develop a special appreciation for the light. Longer days can seem brighter, especially in Boulder, which enjoys 300 days of sunshine a year. We know the seasons affect our moods, often for the better. There are psychological and physiological reasons for this, but it’s enough just to enjoy the time.
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Now is the winter of our discontent
Made glorious summer by this son of York,
And all the clouds that loured upon our house
In the deep bosom of the ocean buried.
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Top three events of summer

Join a LearnWell workshop, hosted by WorkWell, for a of blend education and practice across the eight dimensions of wellness.

  • Gain actionable tools and strategies to support well-being.
  • Learn from wellness experts.
  • Get access to additional resources and support.

Explore workshops.

For over 60 seasons, the Colorado Shakespeare Festival has delighted audiences with classic theatre under the stars.

Learn more.

Join the Elevations Credit Union Buffalo Bicycle Classic on Sunday, Sept. 13, 2026.

  • Support CU’s largest scholarship fundraising cycling event.
  • Ride up Boulder Canyon during a special vehicle-free cycling experience.

Get involved.

View more upcoming wellness events!

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Why dirt may be nature’s original stress-buster

Could exposure to microorganisms in the dirt somehow protect us from anxiety, depression and post-traumatic stress disorder? Could our increasingly sterile, urban environments be partly to blame for rising rates of stress-related disease?

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Find out more.
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Colorado Arts and Sciences Magazine: Stories of Wellness

Research from Âé¶¹Ãâ·Ñ°æÏÂÔØBoulder environmental economist Grant Webster finds that wildfire risk mitigation and proactive evacuation preparation are complementary.

In new mid-grade novelÌýConfessions of a Mango, writing team Katheryn Lumsden and Nathan Pieplow explore the challenges of navigating middle school with a dyslexia diagnosis.

Âé¶¹Ãâ·Ñ°æÏÂÔØBoulder scholar highlights what to know about this emerging healthÌýissue.

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Neuroanatomy Researcher, Jennifer Stratford, wins 2026 Cogswell Award for Inspirational Instruction

  • Jennifer Stratford received the 2026 Cogswell Award for Inspirational Instruction.
  • Recognized for engaging, hands-on neuroscience teaching and student support.
  • Developed affordable 3D brain models to improve accessibility in learning.
  • Celebrated in Âé¶¹Ãâ·Ñ°æÏÂÔØBoulder’s College of Arts & Sciences for creative, interactive education.

Learn more.
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Wellness resources are shining bright!

Summer is here. That means you’ll have more opportunities to get outdoors, soak up some vitamin D and get active.Ìý

Follow these tips to maximize your Colorado summer.

While the next few months may not be what we expected, there are still ways to enjoy favorite summer activities and plans. Here are some ideas to help make the most of your summer.

Learn more.

Want to work outside? The outdoor industry is comprised of many occupations from landscaper, forest ranger, environmental scientist, marine biologist, retailer, ski instructor and more.

Get involved.

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Rebecca Mesburis is a PhD candidate in chemistry at Âé¶¹Ãâ·Ñ°æÏÂÔØBoulder studying aerosols and their impacts on indoor and outdoor air quality, human health and climate.
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