We are thrilled to announce that the Department of Human Resources will be hosting
our 8th annual Employee Appreciation Week!
Events kick off Tuesday, May 12 through Friday, May 15.
Come celebrate with us and bring a colleague to join in a variety of activities that
honor and acknowledge the outstanding work achieved during the 2025-2026 academic
year. Throughout the week, we have planned events to express our gratitude for the
exceptional contributions made by each of our employees.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to be recognized and appreciated for your hard
work!
New for 2026: Bags Tournament
We will have a Bags Tournament throughout the week, with the championship game taking
place on Friday, May 15th. See the tentative schedule below:
- 5/12: 12 - 1 p.m.
- 5/13: 1 - 2 p.m.
- 5/14: 2 - 3 p.m.
- 5/15: 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.
Sign up your team here!
Please let us know which Employee Appreciation events you plan on attending by selecting
each event to RSVP through CampusGroups by May 1, 2026.
Employee appreciation week spirit days are back! Find spirit day information below
to show off your Pio Pride!
Feel free to wear jeans during the week with your spiritwear.
Schedule of Events
Tuesday, May 12
Chair Massage
Take a break from the day and register for a relaxing chair massage.- 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. RSVP required
- Library classroom
Afternoon Refresh
Join us for snowcones, popcorn and lawn games!- 3 - 4 p.m.
- Main Lawn
- RSVP though CampusGroups here
Sport-Tee Tuesday. Sport your favorite CU Athletic Team!
Wednesday, May 13
Bingo
Join us for Bingo and snacks.- 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
- Hastad 145
- RSVP through CampusGroups here
Favorite Find - Show us your favorite Pio t-shirt from your collection!
Thursday, May 14
Employee Recognition Celebration
Join us for a celebratory lunch and program in the Campus Center Ballroom as we celebrate the 25/26 academic year and honor our retirees, emeriti, employees celebrating major milestones and faculty awards.
- 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
- Campus Center Ballroom
- RSVP required through CampusGroups
Throwback Thursday! Bring out your retro or vintage CU Gear.
Friday, May 15
All Employee Breakfast
Join your colleagues for food and conversation.- 7:30-9:30 a.m.
- Main Dining Room
- RSVP through Campus Groups here
New Tee Friday! Show off your new CU T-Shirt.
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