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Students sit around large tables with members of Colorado State University administration to speak about federal policy shifts at the Associated Students of CSU Navigating Your Future Round Table, which was organized as an opportunity for students to connect with university administration about their pressing concerns in the Iris and Michael Smith Alumni Center April 29.

ASCSU roundtable highlights leadership commitment amid shifting federal directives

Laila Shekarchian, Staff Reporter May 9, 2025

In light of changing federal directives and uncertainty regarding higher education, Colorado State University leadership met with students Tuesday, April 29, for a roundtable discussion hosted by the Associated...

A group of protesters holds signs up to passing cars on the corner of South College Avenue and Prospect Road May 1. Part of the May Day protests, a nationwide movement pushing back against recent federal activity, Fort Collins residents lined College Avenue to protest actions taken by President Donald Trump's administration.

Community gathers for May Day to oppose Trump policies and defend workers’ rights

Chloe Waskey, Staff Reporter May 9, 2025

Hundreds of Fort Collins community members lined South College Avenue from Mulberry Street to Horsetooth Road in protest of President Donald Trump’s administration and to celebrate International Workers'...

Chief Justice Morgan Wright stands at a speaking podium.

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 and final session of the 54th senate. Items on this week’s agenda included...

Mya Lesnar during the women's shot put event at the Doug Max Invitational track meet at Colorado State University in Fort Collins, Colorado May 3.

CSU track and field rewrites history at Doug Max Invitational

Adam Gross, Staff Reporter May 5, 2025

Colorado State track and field's record books need revision after Saturday's Doug Max Invitational. Mya Lesnar, in her senior day appearance, notched back-to-back personal bests in the shot put, launching...

Image of a person standing in front of a blooming tree.

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 to calls for racial equity in the 2020s, CSU students have continuously used...

Presidential Ambassadors Robert Lamm, Maddie Hutson, Ryan Yoe, Elena Crooks, Sreya Karumanchi, Shayna Ross, Phoenix Espinoza, Andrea Donlucas, Hannah Gilliard, Ben Gregg, Charlie Beelaert, Joseph Godshall, Lorenzo Alfonso and Andrew White gather for a group photo on the steps of the Administration Building April 29. The PA program is comprised of student leaders representing university philanthropy and giving.

Presidential Ambassador Program creates legacy of leadership, philanthropic impact

Allie Seibel, Editor in Chief April 30, 2025

When Phoenix Espinoza joined the Presidential Ambassador Program her first year at Colorado State University, she was terrified of public speaking. Three years on the job later, Espinoza, a senior biomedical...

A tent stands with pride flags lining the edges and a Colorado State University pride flag in the middle.

Pride Resource Center to host annual Lavender Awards Ceremony

Chloe Waskey, Staff Reporter April 28, 2025

The Pride Resource Center will host the annual Lavender Awards Ceremony May 2 to celebrate the accomplishments of graduates apart of Colorado State University’s LGBTQIA+ community. The ceremony is open...

The entryway The Hub, a new office on campus serving student programs April 21. The office is found on the bottom level of the Lory Student Center.

The Hub for Student Services prepares to open in LSC

Ella Dorpinghaus, Staff Reporter April 28, 2025

Between the Office of Financial Aid, Housing and Dining Services and all the other offices that Colorado State University houses, navigating college can sometimes feel like a maze. Soft launching in May...

Delynn Coldiron, Fort Collins city clerk, explains ranked choice voting in the Lory Student Center April 24.

Ranked choice voting workshop prepares students for upcoming local election

Claire VanDeventer, Staff Reporter April 28, 2025

On April 23, the Straayer Center for Public Service Leadership at Colorado State University and representatives from the City of Fort Collins hosted an event to break down ranked choice voting for students....

A woman in a suit, sitting, has her hands in front of her clasped and smiles.

ASCSU Senate debates term limits, introduces nonresident tuition cap

Laila Shekarchian, Staff Reporter April 27, 2025

The Associated Students of Colorado State University introduced and voted on multiple pieces of legislation during the 28th session of the 54th senate. Items on this week’s agenda included calling...

(Graphic Illustration by Malia Berry | The Collegian)

Breaking: Trump admin pauses, reverses student visa revocations

Sam Hutton and Aubree Miller April 26, 2025

Following recent student visa revocations across the country, the President Donald Trump's administration announced Friday that revocations will be paused and reversed. Colorado State University confirmed...

A football player in a bright orange uniform runs with a football while surrounded by football players in white uniforms.

Breaking: Tory Horton drafted by Seattle Seahawks in 5th round

Sophie Webb, Sports Editor April 26, 2025

Ram fans knew Tory Horton as nothing less than a relentless grinder, always putting in the work. And now, as he steps into the NFL, fans can expect more of the same. Only this time, he will be spending...

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