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The Rocky Mountain Collegian

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Seriously: Taylor Swift discusses her CO2 emissions in interview

Seriously: Taylor Swift discusses her CO2 emissions in interview

Emma Souza, Collegian Columnist February 29, 2024
Taylor Swift — after much negotiation and two subpoenas — flew from Denver to Fort Collins via her private jet to be interviewed about her carbon emissions with The Collegian.
Woman playing basketball on the court.

CSU finds luck in 27, gets Education Day win

Emma Askren, Sports Editor February 29, 2024

Core memories last forever. For the young students in the Thompson School District, Education Day will be a day that will be fond in their minds for years to come. Besides the sold-out crowd the...

A translucent sign with the ASCSU logo in the center of a wood-paneled wall, flanked by the American flag on the left and Colorado flag on the right. A podium is below the sign.

This week in ASCSU: Ranked choice voting, disabled student transportation

Sam Hutton, Staff Reporter February 29, 2024

The Associated Students of Colorado State University convened Feb. 28 for the 21st session of the 53rd senate. Senate first heard from members of the elections committee, including Elections Committee...

A stack of three Collegian newspapers.

Editorial: CSU, student media deserve more transparency from university administration

Collegian Editorial Staff February 29, 2024

Editor’s Note: This is an editorial. Editorials do not reflect the view of all employees of The Collegian but instead represent a stance taken by The Collegian’s editorial board, which consists of...

Sydney Hornbuckle throws a pitch against San Diego State University at Ram Field March 19, 2023. Colorado State University secured a 3-2 win over the Aztecs to finish the weekend series 2-1.

Behind the battery: Looking into CSU softball’s pitching, catching squad

Will Engle, Staff Reporter February 29, 2024

There is perhaps no relationship more integral to a team's success in sports than that of the team's pitcher and catcher. This duo, also known as the battery, is crucial to the pace, execution and outcome...

Joel Scott dunks in the game vs. Utah State Feb 17.

CSU’s strongman: Joel Scott’s rise to MW stardom

Damon Cook, Sports Editor February 29, 2024

If Joel Scott's on the schedule, it might be a good idea to hit the gym. Scott has been a crucial part of the physical play that Colorado State men's basketball has showcased this year. While he’s...

Photo courtesy of Will DeMott

Island scrub jays are ‘serious homebodies,’ research finds

Lizzy Rylance, Staff Reporter February 29, 2024

About two hours off the coast of California lies a small island nearly twice the size of Fort Collins. This island is home to an ecological curiosity: a brightly colored bird called the island scrub jay,...

Graphic of a person listening to music on their headphones with music notes floating in the air around them.

Intro to blues: 5 artists to start with

Tyler Weatherwax, News Editor February 29, 2024

The blues has influenced many kinds of music and artists and is one of the most impactful genres. An American music staple, the blues has been around for over 150 years and is essential to the sound of...

(Graphic Illustration by Malia Berry | The Collegian)

Update: Engineering building closed due to battery fire

Hannah Parcells, News Editor February 28, 2024

Editor’s Note: This is a breaking news story. Updates will be provided as they become available. A fire occurred in the Colorado State University Engineering Building located on north campus near...

Children cheer in the stands.

CSU women’s basketball aims to inspire students with Education Day

Liv Sewell, Staff Reporter February 28, 2024

As opposed to the typical sights of rowdy college students, childlike joy filled the stands of Moby Arena Wednesday morning. The roaring of more than 6,000 elementary students made the Nevada players...

How to Increase eCommerce Sales with SEO

How to Increase eCommerce Sales with SEO

February 28, 2024

With the development of the online shopping market, SEO has become a crucial factor in driving targeted traffic and increasing sales. Effective SEO strategies help eСommerce sites rank higher in search...

Isaiah Stevens pushes through Nevada defender Tré Coleman during the hard to watch CSU vs. Nevada men's basketball game in Moby Arena on Feb. 27, 2024. (CSU lost 77-74)

CSU loses 1st conference home game in heartbreaking fashion

Luke Hojnowski, Staff Reporter February 28, 2024

Hearts shattered inside Moby Arena as Jarod Lucas banked in a half-court buzzer beater to end the game. Despite the home success this season, Colorado State picked up their first home loss in conference...

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