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Melanie Martinez ‘Portals’ album analysis, review

Bella Eckburg, Opinion Director April 13, 2023
Melanie Martinez's third album "Portals" completes the Crybaby trilogy and explores the liminal space between life and death through macabre imagery. It debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard charts, a huge accomplishment for a concept album.
Weston Estate thanks their audience after their concert for Asian Pacific Islander Desi American & Southwest Asian and North African Heritage Month hosted by the Asian Pacific American Cultural Center in the Lory Student Center Theatre April 4.

‘Music and movement’ central to APIDA & SWANA Heritage Month show

DJ Vicente, Staff Reporter April 13, 2023

Inside the Lory Student Center Theatre, the dark room is illuminated by blue and purple light as five people walk onto the stage, greeted by cheers from the crowd. The five people in question make up...

Holly Wong speaks about her art installation, "Guardian of the Spirits," at the Curfman Gallery at Colorado State University April 4. “Some people ask me how I pick colors,” Wong said. “These are complementary colors. They are inspired from Chinese lion dance. You personify the animal. These are a personified, larger-than-life, female force. The colors are energizing and boundless. I’m interested in getting beyond gender.”

‘Guardian of the Spirits’ gallery embraces femininity

Christian Arndt, Staff Reporter April 12, 2023

At 2 a.m., most people are fast asleep — but not Holly Wong. In fact, she just woke up. She is ready to start her day creating art while it is quiet and then, after a few hours, head out to her day...

Colorado State University Drag Show co-host Krisa Gonna performs her routine "Krisa Goes to Therapy" April 9.

‘Drag Through the Decades’ raises money for queer resources

Katherine Borsting, Staff Reporter April 12, 2023

Drag is a form of self-expression, and it gives those within the queer community a space to explore sexual identity and defy gender norms. The art of drag has been a huge topic of conversation in the news...

Introducción al punk rock: 5 bandas para empezar

Introducción al punk rock: 5 bandas para empezar

Christian Arndt and Imelda Barrios April 11, 2023

Nota del editor: Puedes leer la versión en ingles de este artículo aquí. Traducción de Imelda Barrios ¿Quieres entrar en un nuevo género de música? Intenta el punk rock. El género...

A graphic of a ram with the phases of the moon around its head to the left of the words, Horoscopes by The Collegian, on a blue background of little constellations.

Horoscopes April 10-16

Abby Flores, Staff Reporter April 11, 2023

Horoscopes can be applied to your sun, moon and rising signs. Dear stars, Venus will transition over to Gemini April 11, bringing us spontaneous connections from all over the place. It will be a...

Photo Courtesy of Madalyn Walker

Local artist celebrates sustainability, Indigenous tradition

Bella Eckburg, Opinion Director April 6, 2023
Madalyn Walker, also known as @indigoandgoldenrod on Instagram, has worked for years perfecting her craft: textile dyeing with naturally sourced, grown and gathered plant life. 
“Sustainable Gardens” by Lisa Cameron Russell in Old Town Fort Collins March 1. “Sustainable Gardens" was a gift from the Downtown Development Authority through the Art in Action project.

Art in Public Places program enriches FoCo community

Christian Arndt, Staff Reporter April 6, 2023

Stunning painted murals and electrical boxes adorn the streets of Fort Collins, but where do they come from? The Art in Public Places program has been operating since 1995 with the sole intent of providing...

Michelle Coy, head chef of FoCo Cafe, prepares a dish of her favorite items to make at FoCo Cafe April 1. The dish consisted of pea soup, tossed chicken salad and a piece of cake.

FoCo Cafe provides healthy, sustainable food for all

Samy Gentle, Staff Reporter April 4, 2023

Among the dozens of restaurants in the Old Town area is the FoCo Cafe. Despite the numerous establishments, there is something unique about this location.  According to the cafe's website, “FoCo...

A graphic of a ram with the phases of the moon around its head to the left of the words, Horoscopes by The Collegian, on a blue background of little constellations.

Horoscopes April 3-9

Abby Flores, Staff Reporter April 3, 2023

Horoscopes can be applied to your sun, moon and rising signs. Dear stars, The Pink Moon in Libra is coming up April 6. This will be a great time for peace to reach our hearts and the relationships...

April Fools: Ram's Horn to become on-campus rave spot

April Fools: Ram’s Horn to become on-campus rave spot

Samy Gentle, Rave Reporter April 1, 2023

Editor’s Note: This is a satire for April Fools’ Day. Real names and the events surrounding them may be used in fictitious/semi-fictitious ways. Those who do not read the editor’s notes are subject...

April Fools: CSU addresses new dress code

April Fools: CSU addresses new dress code

Emmalee Krieg, Staff Reporter April 1, 2023

Editor’s Note: This is a satire for April Fools’ Day. Real names and the events surrounding them may be used in fictitious/semi-fictitious ways. Those who do not read the...

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