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Elena Waldman, Arts and Culture Director. (Forrest Czarnecki | The Collegian)

Meet the editor: Elena Waldman, Arts and Culture Director

Elena Waldman August 25, 2019

Elena Waldman has been working on the arts and culture desk at The Collegian for a year, through which she has refined her taste in film, music and art. As the director for arts and culture, Waldman enjoys...

The Rocky Mountain Collegian is transitioning to a digital-first platform to better serve their readers and students seeking a career in a world of digital journalism. (Photo Illustration by Amy Noble and Forrest Czarnecki | The Collegian)

We live in a digital-first world: Now that world includes The Collegian

Forrest Czarnecki August 25, 2019

Dear readers,  It’s no secret that things are changing in the news industry; they have been for a while. Publications are evolving from print to digital platforms and bolstering their online distribution....

Students and family were able to take photos with our very own Cam the Ram at the Ram Welcome Carnival. Photo Credit: Ryan Arb

7 alternatives to Colorado State University bucket list

Elena Waldman August 24, 2019

As you take your first few steps into becoming an official Ram, it feels like there’s too much to do and not enough time. Before classes even start, Ram Welcome leaders have prepared freshmen with a...

PETA protesters gather in front of Moby Arena in a demonstration against Gregory Ebel's experimentation on crows and other wild caught birds. 
Photo by Laura Studley | The Collegian

PETA protests crow experiments on second day of freshman move-in

Laura Studley August 23, 2019

During the second day of freshman move-in, 12 protesters for the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals organized a demonstration in front of Moby Arena to inform incoming students and parents of...

Residents held protest signs outside City Hall before the Aug. 20 Council meeting, urging the passing of a Climate Emergency Resolution. Several of these residents later spoke at the meeting.

Fort Collins City Council declares climate emergency

Samantha Ye August 22, 2019

Fort Collins has declared a climate emergency.  City Council unanimously approved a resolution Tuesday night that acknowledges the global climate emergency and reaffirms the City’s commitment to climate...

Rocky Mountain National Park (Collegian File Photo)

Plastics found in remote RMNP precipitation, not only contaminant

Ravyn Cullor August 16, 2019

Plastic particles were recently inadvertently discovered in precipitation in Rocky Mountain National Park, but they aren’t the only human element found in the water of the alpine tundra. While searching...

The Adult Learner and Veteran Services, located in the LSC, helps veterans in whatever way they can and gives them valuable resources to be successful at CSU.

ALVS helps non-traditional students navigate college

Ravyn Cullor August 14, 2019

While many students starting this fall are transitioning from high school to college, many others have followed a different path to higher education.  These students are known as non-traditional students....

Andrew Bird plays the violin as he headlines the final night of New West Fest, Aug. 11, 2019. (Devin Cornelius | The Collegian)

Andrew Bird whistles goodbye to NewWestFest

Lauryn Bolz August 14, 2019

Andrew Bird closed out Bohemian Nights at NewWestFest on a high note at his show Aug. 11.  Bird, an Americana-indie artist, performed as part of his promotional tour for his new album, "My Finest Work...

During the Colorado State vs. Air Force game, junior Maggie Gilman sorts compost from recycling material in one of the bins at the football stadium on behalf of the zero waste team. (Brandon Mendoza | Collegian)

What makes CSU environmentally friendly

Matthew Bailey August 13, 2019

With Colorado State University’s position at the convergence of the third-longest mountain chain in the world and one of the world’s largest prairies, it’s no wonder that a plethora of sustainability...

Joyce McConnell, current provost and vice president for academic affairs at West Virginia University, has been selected to lead CSU as the next president. She was announced as a finalist on March, 13, 2019, and will have to observe a procedural waiting period of 14 days before being officially named next president of Colorado State University. (Photo Courtesy of SOURCE).

Incoming CSU President Joyce McConnell eager for fall semester

Laura Studley August 12, 2019

Joyce McConnell is history in the making.  As the first female president at Colorado State University, President McConnell has traded in West Virginia University's blue and gold for CSU's green and gold.  “I...

Summit Hall dorm suspected to be sinking. (Jordan Reyes | Collegian)

6 tips for move-in day

Emily Pisqui August 12, 2019

It's time to say goodbye to summer break and get ready to start your new chapter at Colorado State University. This time can be stressful and chaotic. For incoming students, here are six tips to help you...

Colorado State University students from across the globe walk outside the Andrew G. Clark Building Mar. 1st. (Alyssa Uhl | Collegian)

McWilliams: Don’t let fear of failure ruin your college experience

Leta McWilliams August 11, 2019

Editor’s Note: All opinion section content reflects the views of the individual author only and does not represent a stance taken by The Collegian or its editorial board. Dear incoming freshmen, Earlier...

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