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‘Wicked’ brings movie magic to beloved stage classic

Allie Seibel, Editor in Chief December 4, 2024

Like most longtime Broadway fans, I've waited for the release of the "Wicked" movie for the better part of a decade. The film has changed directorial hands and endured countless stalls in production....

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CSU musician develops sounds of straight-ahead jazz

Ruby Secrest, Arts and Entertainment Editor December 4, 2024

Colorado State University is a multifaceted campus. With highly acclaimed STEM, veterinary medicine and agricultural programs, oftentimes, programs such as music and art can be overshadowed. But the department...

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Horoscopes Dec. 2-8

Sophia Masia, Staff Reporter December 2, 2024

Welcome back to campus, stars. It’s dead week, finals are coming up and the cosmos are more than active right now. This week, Venus is entering Aquarius, Mars goes retrograde in Leo, Neptune finally...

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Horoscopes Nov. 25 to Dec. 1

Sophia Masia, Staff Reporter November 25, 2024

However you decide to break the dreaded news– in the microwave, having a gatorade or just plain retrograding– it’s true: Mercury is retrograde once again and demanding adaptability this week. The...

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Fall Dance Concert showcases array of emotions, storylines

Chloe Waskey, Staff Reporter November 21, 2024

Grace, rhythm and creativity came alive on the stage of this year’s Fall 2024 Dance Concert at the Colorado State University Center for the Arts Nov. 15 and 16, showcasing the versatile talent of students...

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Native American art tells stories of generations

Janaya Stafford, Staff Reporter November 20, 2024

Native American cultural belongings and artwork hold high importance in their communities, as they tell their stories and pass knowledge down to many generations. There is an incredibly wide range of...

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CSU professor creates new class combining language, Taylor Swift

Maria Kantak, Staff Reporter November 18, 2024

Alyssia Miller De Rutté debuted her class Spanish for Swiftie Purposes at CSU this summer. The course focuses on teaching Spanish through the use of all things Taylor Swift. Originally from Pennsylvania,...

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Horoscopes Nov. 18-24

Sophia Masia, Staff Reporter November 18, 2024

There's just one more week until break, and we are kicking it off with the Age of Aquarius as Pluto enters the water bearer Nov. 19. In general, Aquarian themes such as technological changes, cool inventions...

Rams Improv Comedy Troupe members Michael Spacone and Teddy Herms act out the day of an audience member, putting a nightmare spin on the performance Nov. 10.

Rams Improv Comedy delivers quick-witted gold to FoCo comedy scene

Claire Vogl, Copy Chief November 13, 2024

Teamwork, openness and originality: These three skills are embedded in the fabric of the Rams Improv Comedy Troupe at Colorado State University. If you’ve ever wanted to witness a Saturday Night Live-level...

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Surfside 7: Fort Collins’ vibrant hub where live music thrives

Riley Paling, Staff Reporter November 12, 2024

Nestled in the heart of Fort Collins, Surfside 7 has become a beloved institution for local music lovers and touring acts alike. Known for its laid-back vibe, eclectic lineup and intimate setting, the...

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Dead Pen Drawing Club unites artists with community, creativity

Annamarie Burford, Staff Reporter November 12, 2024

“All mediums are welcome, no experience necessary, bring whatever,” is the unofficial slogan for the Dead Pen Drawing Club, founder Chris Jones said. Starting the club in October 2021,...

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Horoscopes Nov. 11-17

Sophia Masia, Staff Reporter November 11, 2024

We all know the eye roll-inducing phrase, "Mercury is in gatorade again," from social media posts that dramaticize retrogrades. While they tend to get a bad rap, retrogrades are really just periods for...

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