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The Rocky Mountain Collegian

The Student News Site of Colorado State University

The Rocky Mountain Collegian

The Student News Site of Colorado State University

The Rocky Mountain Collegian

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ASCSU presidential campaign launched on Administration Building steps

Sam Hutton, News Editor March 26, 2025

As students once again populated Center Avenue Mall, Associated Students of Colorado State University presidential candidate Jakye Nunley took to the steps of the Administration Building Tuesday, March...

6 Van Leeuwen ice cream flavors ranked from best to worst

6 Van Leeuwen ice cream flavors ranked from best to worst

Aubree Miller, News Editor March 26, 2025

Van Leeuwen, a boutique ice cream company that started in New York City in 2008, has based their business model on real, simple ingredients and French-style ice cream. The texture of all the flavors is...

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Cooperative Institute for Research in the Atmosphere affected by NOAA layoffs

Katie Fisher, Science Editor March 26, 2025

A Category 5 hurricane slams a local coastline, tracked every inch by satellites as it moves down the shore. Tornado sirens wire to life at the first alert of a vortex formation. Services are all possible...

Sen. Bernie Sanders and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez speak to a crowd of nearly 34,000 people at their "Fighting Oligarchy" rally at Civic Center Park in Denver March 21.

Bernie Sanders, AOC’s ‘Fighting Oligarchy’ rally draws crowd of 34,000 to Denver

JJ McKinney, CTV Chief Investigative Anchor March 25, 2025

Thousands of citizens from across Colorado made their way to Civic Center Park March 21 in what was described as the largest Democratic rally since former President Barack Obama's visit in 2008. People...

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CSU Freeride melds big sends, artistry on slopes

Michael Hovey, Sports Editor March 25, 2025

To many, double black diamonds are an inconceivable spectacle. To freeriders, they’re a blank canvas. In the world of collegiate skiing, Colorado State University's Freeride club team represents something...

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The rise of online activism: How social media is shifting ways people fight for change

Gigi Young, Digital and Social Director March 25, 2025

In the digital age, activism has become easier than ever. With a simple repost, a trending hashtag or a 15-second TikTok, anyone can join a movement. But as social media continues to dominate the way people...

Colorado State University women's basketball stands together in preparation for what would be its final game of the season against Fresno State University March 10. CSU lost 54-52.

Exploring past, future for CSU women’s basketball

Sophie Webb and Devin Imsirpasic March 25, 2025

Colorado State women’s basketball led an impressive season, gathering 22 wins and going 13-5 in conference play. After a year of dedication and hard work, it all came to a halt as the Rams faltered and...

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‘Conclave’ unveils battles of faith, power, deception within Vatican election

Hannah Parcells, Managing Editor March 25, 2025

“The throne is vacant,” declares the solemn Cardinal Joseph Tremblay (John Lithgow) over the deathbed of the pope, surrounded by a small group of the Catholic Church’s most powerful — and ambitious...

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Proulx: Making sense of shifts that swung the 2024 presidential election

Caden Proulx, Collegian Columnist March 24, 2025
On September 26th, 2024, I so confidently claimed "Kamala Harris is Brat, will win election because of it." But while Kamala Harris achieved virality in certain circles, Donald Trump achieved it in others.
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Breaking: CSU announces SNL’s Marcello Hernandez as RamFest headliner

Ruby Secrest, Arts and Entertainment Editor March 24, 2025

Colorado State University has announced this year's RamFest headliner. While RamEvents showcased musical talents last year, this year they will be hosting beloved Saturday Night Live comedian, Marcello...

Colorado State University men's basketball Head Coach Niko Medved walks towards the Ram’s locker room at halftime before being stopped for an interview

Breaking: CSU men’s basketball coach Niko Medved to leave next season, join Minnesota

Sophie Webb, Sports Editor March 24, 2025

After a remarkable buildup, climbing through the ranks and writing a Cinderella story, Colorado State men’s basketball suffered a heartbreaking loss after a controversial final few seconds against Maryland...

Nique Clifford (10) initiates contact driving to the rim in Colorado State University's second-round NCAA loss to Maryland March 23. CSU lost 72-71.

Nique Clifford’s career ends as CSU men’s basketball falls in true March Madness to Maryland

Michael Hovey, Sports Editor March 24, 2025

SEATTLE — The run is over, but the legacy remains. Colorado State men's basketball season came to an end in the Round of 32, as the Rams fell to Maryland 72-71 Sunday in a hard-fought bout. Despite...

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