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Coming from a family that put a high value on service,ÌýKeara Leahy was excited to learn about the Alternative Breaks programÌýa couple years back when she was seeking service opportunities on campus. Now a senior accounting major, she is about to embark on her second Alternative Break this March as a site leader. Her group is traveling to San Diego to work with several organizations to support veterans, active military and their families.

This week's top research stories include a study suggesting that sedentary people can reap big health benefits from small amounts of physical movement, a look at gut microbes and their effect on our health, and new research showing that older oil and gas wells pose a higher risk for ground water contamination.

Sunday, March 5, is the last day to waive CU Student Government fees. Petitions may be picked up and turned in to the CUSG office at the University Memorial Center, roomÌý125.

Architectural engineering graduate student Jay Arehart has been awarded Bridge Builder of the Year by Bridges to Prosperity (B2P). Arehart, who was chosen from students across the nation, has led CU's B2P chapter on three footbridge builds in Bolivia.

Now is your chance to be part of the greatest tradition in all of college sports. The Ralphie Live Mascot Program is currently accepting applications for Ralphie Handlers through Monday, March 6.

Do you have an interest in sustainability? ​Learn how the Eco-Engage Events program is enriching the student experience outside of the classroom.