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The Rocky Mountain Collegian

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The Rocky Mountain Collegian

The Student News Site of Colorado State University

The Rocky Mountain Collegian

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ASCSU Senate endorses creation of Colorado higher education coalition, increases student employee wages
Laila Shekarchian, Staff Reporter • May 5, 2025

The Associated Students of Colorado State University introduced and voted on multiple pieces of legislation during the 29th...

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Raising student voices: Ella Smith helps amplify new chapter of activism at CSU
Riley Paling, Staff Reporter • May 1, 2025

At Colorado State University, student activism has long been a powerful force for change. From antiwar protests in the 1960s...

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Weishaar: My preconceived notions of college were wrong
Audrey Weishaar, Collegian Columnist • May 2, 2025
I cannot believe I have already been a college student for a year. I could have sworn I just got here. Now that I have been through the ringer, I have been thinking about everything the media and my parents told me about college — and how inaccurate these sources were when compared to my actual experience as a first-year.
Meet this year’s CSU MFA graduate: Claudia Bokulich
Angelina Hamlin, Staff Reporter • May 2, 2025

Claudia Bokulich, who blends historical perspectives with a variety of mediums to create paintings showcasing the human figure, is Colorado State...

Biomedical engineering seniors create patented 3D-printed prosthetic foot
Katie Fisher, Science Editor • May 2, 2025

After having his left leg amputated from pediatric osteosarcoma at 6 years old, Colorado State University student Garrison Hayes adapted to wearing...

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Life and Culture
Rams for Rescues volunteers socialize, find forever homes for animals
Janaya Stafford, Staff Reporter • April 28, 2025

Starting the year with an entirely different set of officers, Rams for Rescues is a collaborative organization that helps local animals. This...

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Colorado State University linebacker Owen Long (40) finishes a play during a spring football scrimmage April 26.
Sports
Discipline, attention sets up CSU linebacker Owen Long for success on field, in life
Michael Hovey, Sports Editor • April 30, 2025

Coachability is a valuable skill in every aspect of life. The ambition to learn and the ability to mindfully listen comes naturally to Colorado...

The Colorado State University softball team celebrates after Jordan West (20) scored a home run to earn two runs during the match against San Diego State University April 6.
CSU softball rallies around young core
Alex Graser, Staff Reporter • April 28, 2025
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Opinion
Weishaar: My preconceived notions of college were wrong
Audrey Weishaar, Collegian Columnist • May 2, 2025
I cannot believe I have already been a college student for a year. I could have sworn I just got here. Now that I have been through the ringer, I have been thinking about everything the media and my parents told me about college — and how inaccurate these sources were when compared to my actual experience as a first-year.
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Greene: How I found my place at CSU as a marginalized student
Navaeh Greene, Collegian Columnist • May 2, 2025
Christian Arndt, the life and culture editor, poses for a portrait on The Oval.
Arndt: Thanks for everything, Collegian
Christian Arndt, Life and Culture Editor • May 1, 2025
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Science
Biomedical engineering seniors create patented 3D-printed prosthetic foot
Katie Fisher, Science Editor • May 2, 2025

After having his left leg amputated from pediatric osteosarcoma at 6 years old, Colorado State University student Garrison Hayes adapted to wearing...

Executive order reducing forest protections raises concerns in Colorado
Executive order reducing forest protections raises concerns in Colorado
Laila Shekarchian, Staff Reporter • April 28, 2025
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Arts and Entertainment
Meet this year’s CSU MFA graduate: Claudia Bokulich
Angelina Hamlin, Staff Reporter • May 2, 2025

Claudia Bokulich, who blends historical perspectives with a variety of mediums to create paintings showcasing the human figure, is Colorado State...

A college student kneels in front of the table with signs that say "Cleaning for Spring? Donate Unwanted Denim Here" in bold letters.
Local artist repurposes worn denim into sustainable art
Annamarie Burford, Staff Reporter • May 1, 2025
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Art Lab Fort Collins features ‘Expanding Into Space’ student photo gallery
Sofia Raikow, Staff Photographer • April 30, 2025
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Dante’s Inferno Strain Review
Cannabis
Dante’s Inferno Strain Review
Miles Buchan • March 4, 2025

Strain Review – Dante’s Inferno Cannabis strains are plentiful, potent, and ever-evolving as cultivation culture strives to develop new...

Strain Review: Ease your mind with Durban Kush wax
Strain Review: Ease your mind with Durban Kush wax
Miles Buchan, Staff Reporter • May 4, 2023
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From Rivalries to Playoff Previews: 2025’s Top College Football Matchups
From Rivalries to Playoff Previews: 2025’s Top College Football Matchups
June 23, 2025

The 2025 college football season will be defined not just by tradition but by transformation. Historic rivalries return with fresh narratives,...

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