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TrashFest plays for the Heck House event at the Downtown Artery Oct. 24. The bands King Crawdad, Los Toms, Dry Ice, and TrashFest performed to an energized crowd. (Ryan Schmidt | The Collegian)

Heck House takes over the Artery for last hurrah

Joel Thompson and Leo Friedman October 27, 2019

The Downtown Artery hosted its last Heck House Takeover this past weekend — an energetic end to an equally ambitious era of supporting the local DIY scene. While the beloved music venue closing is tragic...

The skeleton man with the fire is Chemistry Club Demo Specialist Luca Zocchi, and he's a senior chemistry major, and he volunteers as the 'Mad Scientist' at the 'Mad Scientist Show.' (Courtesy of Julia Trowbridge)

Chemistry Club’s Halloween Spooktacular makes science fun

Justin Rios October 23, 2019

‘Tis the season for some fright, trick-or-treating and all the creepy critters waiting to scare you out of your seat. On Oct. 27, the Colorado State University Chemistry Club is opening its doors to...

The Pride Resource Center is located in room 232 and provides resources and support for all CSU community members to explore and increase their understanding of sexual/romantic orientation, gender, and identity intersection.  This year is the 20th anniversary of the center. (Colin Shepherd | Collegian)

NACC, Pride Center to teach about colonialism and sexuality

Leo Friedman October 21, 2019

Navigating campus as an LGBTQ+ student can be difficult in today’s day and age. In response, the Pride Resource Center at Colorado State University has started “Queer Connections,” a weekly discussion...

Aisha Fukushima performs a unique mix of poetry and song in the North Ballroom of the Lory Student Center Oct. 10. Along with her performances, Fukushima talked about a variety of topics, from  hip-hop, racism, humor, intersectionality, freedom, and her experience with raptivism. (Ryan Schmidt | Collegian)

Aisha Fukushima brings synergetic performance to CSU

Arrion Smith October 13, 2019

After last year’s cancellation of her appearance due to a big snowstorm, Aisha Fukushima visited Colorado State University for a synergetic performance.  Hosted in the Lory Student Center North...

Participants and prize pumpkins being weighed off

1000-pound pumpkins invade Fort Collins Nursery

Sam Sedoryk October 13, 2019

The thought of eating vegetables is pretty spooky, but imagine if those vegetables were over 1,000 pounds. The 11th annual Giant Pumpkin Weigh-Off and Fall Jamboree, held this past Saturday by the Fort...

Colorado State University students perform A Mid Summer Night's Dream by William Shakespeare. In the middle is Titania, Queen of the fairies played by Holly Wedgeworth. Surrounding her are the fairies Peaseblossom played by Kelby Jakober, Cobweb played by Nicole Gardner, Moth played by Heather Braun, Mustardseed played by Taylor Baptiste and The Fairy played by Kaelyn Evans.  (Asia Kalcevic | Collegian)

UCA brings the classics back with ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’

Graham Shapley October 9, 2019

Editor's Note: Changes were made Friday, Oct.11 for factual inaccuracies.  After 400 years of remaking, retelling and reimagining the works of William Shakespeare, it’s refreshing to get back to where...

The CSU marching band jumps while playing the fight song during the homecoming parade. (Matt Tackett | Collegian)

Festival on The Oval, Homecoming Parade celebrate CSU

Autumn Sorrentino October 1, 2019

Homecoming is just around the corner — and with it comes a special day for families and students alike. Colorado State University’s festival on The Oval and Homecoming Parade will commence this Friday,...

Fortoberfest is Fort Collins' last music festival of the summer. It is a free celebration that happens every year and features local music and food stands from around Fort Collins.

Fortoberfest rakes in fall festivities, wraps up summer

Emily Pisqui September 23, 2019

The last outdoor music festival of the year tied in food and music for a fall friendly gathering this past Saturday.  Inspired by Germany's famous annual Oktoberfest which started on Sept. 21, Fortoberfest...

People attend a CYCLEBAR class led by instructor Paige Brant at the Fort Collins Fitness Festival on Sept. 21st. (Megan McGregor | Collegian)

Fitness Festival highlights an accepting form of fitness

Graham Shapley September 22, 2019

Getting out and exercising is a difficult prospect for many people. The activity will tire anybody out, leaving an exerciser drenched in sweat and not looking their best. With all of this in mind,...

Bailey, the pug and border collie mix, jumps through a hoop as part of the best trick competition at the Doggie Olympics Sept. 16. (Ashley Potts | Collegian)

Dog culture finds its way into Fort Collins, 2019 Doggie Olympics

Ava McCall September 16, 2019

Fort Collins is pegged as a college town, booming with local music and an amazing food scene. What doesn’t come up often is Fort Collins’ “dog culture.” With such a great vet hospital and program...

Children and parents gather around the Fossil Pendants station during the Dinosaur Takeover at the Fort Collins Museum of Discovery on September 14th, 2019. (Megan McGregor | Collegian)

Dinosaurs dominate Museum of Discovery for “Museum Takeover”

Joel Thompson September 15, 2019

The Fort Collins Museum of Discovery hosted an unforgettable dinosaur takeover Sept. 14.  The "Museum Takeover: Dinosaurs" event welcomed locals for all sorts of antics, including the chance to speak...

Zora standing at podium speaking. (Addie Kuettner | Collegian)

Zora Murff challenges audience to reflect on oppression

Graham Shapley September 8, 2019

Talking about race and racial violence can be uncomfortable and difficult for some. It’s tough to do it in a way that is accessible to everybody while still being respectful to those who have experienced...

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