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Sofia Zabjek (5) jumps to tip the ball over Colgate University's defensive block attempt Aug. 29. Colorado State University volleyball played its first game of the season in Moby Arena and won 3-0.

CSU volleyball powers past Colgate in season opener sweep

Sophie Webb, Sports Editor August 29, 2025

If there’s a certainty with Colorado State volleyball, it’s that the team writes its own narrative. Last season, outside noise attempted to creep its way onto the court, but CSU shut it down by...

After getting an assist and a goal of her own, Olivia Fout looks towards helping CSU close out their home opener versus Utah Tech. CSU won 2-1.

CSU soccer continues perfect season in thundery victory against UTSA

Sophia Schaller, Staff Reporter August 29, 2025

Lightning delays could not stop Colorado State as they added a thunderous win to their early, yet perfect, season.  In their first home game after the start of the school year, the Rams win with a...

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Pavelko: Approach fall semester with self-love

Hana Pavelko, Collegian Columnist August 28, 2025
Leaving and going off to college is a source of excitement. However, it also presents a wide range of new challenges and worries. Classes can get harder, you need to decide what clubs you want to join, and people are already asking you what your plans are after graduation — it's overwhelming.
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Smoke in Fort Collins clears as Lee Fire reaches 86% containment

Chloe Waskey, News Editor August 28, 2025

Fires on the Colorado Western Slope created smoky and hazardous air conditions even in areas that are nowhere near the flames. Fort Collins was enveloped in smoke for many days in early August as the Lee...

A person holding up multiple phones, tablets, and ipads with multiple arms, with three monitors surrounding them.

Creative influence continues to shift amid age of ‘the bite’

Gigi Young, Digital and Social Director August 28, 2025

The rise of short-form content has completely changed how we consume media, entertainment and even news. Not that long ago, people carved out hours for TV shows, novels and movies. Now? Most of us are...

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LFTE: What to expect from The Collegian news desk

Sam Hutton and Chloe Waskey August 28, 2025

With a 134-year presence in the Colorado State University and Fort Collins communities, The Collegian stands as a valuable, reputable and reliable source of pertinent information. Dedicated CSU students...

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Engle: Pretentiousness is misunderstood

Willow Engle, Copy Chief August 27, 2025

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. There is perhaps no phrase...

Wide receiver Lavon Brown (82) celebrates a touchdown with wide receiver Keynan Higgins (89) during a spring football scrimmage April 26.

CSU football looks forward to first road test against Washington

Michael Hovey, Sports Editor August 27, 2025

Anything can happen in week one. For Colorado State football, excitement and anticipation overshadow the questions surrounding a season-opener between two modified rosters. Both Washington and CSU saw...

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Meet 4 CSU scientists who left indelible field contributions

Katie Fisher, Science Editor August 27, 2025

In the present day, Colorado State University sits at the cutting-edge of scientific innovation and development. Distinguished as a Carnegie R1 institution, which recognizes high research activity, and...

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CSU Community Literacy Center amplifies public creativity, education

Aubree Miller, Life and Culture Editor August 27, 2025

Editor's note: This story was updated to correct an inaccurate statement of the Community Literacy Center having 10-15 student interns.  Nestled in Colorado State University’s Eddy Hall is the Community...

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Weishaar: Dorm move-in perpetuates unnecessary consumerism

Audrey Weishaar, Collegian Columnist August 26, 2025

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. Moving into a college dorm...

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Horoscopes Aug. 24-31

Chloe Waskey, News Editor August 25, 2025

Welcome back to class, Rams, and congratulations on making it through the cosmically chaotic summer of 2025. This week’s energy is a bit all over the place as we prepare for September eclipse season....

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