Author Archives | Heidi Harris

Tracing the evolution of the Womxn’s March through its attendees

Students and protestors discuss the issues voiced at the march and the inclusivity efforts seen in the 2019 iteration. By Heidi Harris

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First all femme and non-binary improv troupe at CU hosts debut show

New improv team Late Notice entertained a full lecture hall in Hale Sciences at their inaugural show on Thursday. By Heidi Harris

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Acid spill in Cristol Chemistry sends one woman to hospital

The unknown acid spill brought half a dozen police, ambulance and fire vehicles to campus. By Robert Tann and Heidi Harris

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Last-minute student voters comment on importance of turnout

Students shared their feelings as young voters as they rushed to vote on campus before polls closed. By Heidi Harris and Anna Haynes

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Rise in hate crimes prompts community panel discussion with police

Panelists emphasized the need for allies to believe victims of identity-based hate incidents. By Heidi Harris

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CU law professor affirms that “everyone has an immigration history”

Professor Violeta Chapin explained three migration policies and how they show up on the CU campus in the Boulder community. By Heidi Harris

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Diversity award winners call for greater equity

Celebration of Diversity Banquet speakers voiced the forms of advocacy they want to see while reflecting on their identities. By Heidi Harris

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Ann Coulter speaks out against immigration, liberals at controversial lecture

The controversial speaker praised conservatism and spoke out against America’s immigration policy. By Heidi Harris and Makenna Sturgeon

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CU’s student support services help students in crises

CU student Nicole Dorfman flew down the mountain, skiing on what she described as not the best snow day. Confident in her skill, she absorbed every icy bump until wham — she hit the ground hard. Her unforgiving skis held her in while the icy snow took hold of her edge. She went down with them. As she…

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‘Human provoked’ fire near Gregory Canyon closes Flagstaff Road

The cause of the 3-acre wildfire on the First Flatiron is unknown, though no homes are in danger. By Heidi Harris and Giselle Cesin

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