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A goaltender jumps to block a ball from going in their goal.

CSU soccer gets outpaced in shutout loss to DU

Alex Graser, Staff Reporter September 13, 2024

Colorado State soccer faced off against Denver in a physical matchup that was very defensive between the two teams.  CSU lost against DU, who outran the Rams in a close match. CSU walked away from...

People wearing bright orange and yellow clothes stand in the bleachers of a football stadium.

Stephenson: CSU has newfound underdog appeal against Boulder

Leah Stephenson, Collegian Columnist September 13, 2024
It seems that it is getting harder to compete with CU Boulder’s image. Last year, Boulder became the subject of mass media attention after hiring Deion Sanders, which shifted the public perception of CU as a whole. Initially, it didn’t seem as though Sanders would change a lot for Colorado State University other than the talent of our football competitors, until the rest of the nation started to take an extreme interest.  
People talk about the pieces and enjoy each other's company on Sept. 6 at The Lyric.

Launch’s All Hands on Deck combines art, music, skateboarding

Jenna Landry, Staff Reporter September 13, 2024

The sun was setting as crowds of people roamed The Lyric Sept. 6, the walls inside ornamented with skateboards — some brightly painted, some carved and one even made into a clock. Outside, the projector...

Associated Students of CSU Vice President Braxton Dietz, President Nick DeSalvo, Chief Justice Morgan Wright, and Speaker of the Senate Hayden Taylor stand on the steps of the Administration Building Tuesday, Sept. 9.

ASCSU vs. CUSG: Comparing policies, politics, personalities

Sam Hutton, News Editor September 13, 2024

Although the Associated Students of Colorado State University and the University of Colorado Boulder Student Government differ in terms of organization, funding and procedure, among other things, they...

Colorado State University fans fly a "Tear Em Asunder" flag before the fourth quarter of the CSU football game against The University of New Mexico Lobos Nov. 25, 2022. The Rams won 17-0 in the final game of the seaon, which usually sees a small student section due to the CSU fall break. On Friday, nonstudent fans filled the student section to sit in the sun and show the Rams support from both sides of the field.

‘Taking control of our future’: Amy Parsons, John Weber talk Pac-12

Damon Cook, Sports Editor September 12, 2024

A house once ablaze is rebuilt in fashion by six teams ready to usher in a new age. In a move of historic significance, Colorado State University announced its decision — along with Boise State University,...

Colorado State football players practice in Canvas Stadium the morning of Sept. 12 following the announcement that the Rams are moving to the Pac 12 conference. The announcement was made Thursday morning that CSU would be leaving the Mountain West Conference.

Breaking: CSU announces move to Pac-12 in 2026

Damon Cook, Sports Editor September 12, 2024

Editor’s note: This is an ongoing breaking news story. There will be updates provided as they become available. Colorado State University announced that it will be joining the Pac-12 conference, leaving...

Courtesy of the Opera Galleria

Beauty of Blackness Fine Art Show gives platform to Black cultural heritage

Sananda Chandy, Staff Reporter September 12, 2024

The Opera Galleria was filled with splashes of vibrant colors and vivid textures that evoke emotion and tell a unique and expansive story. Through diverse forms of art, from paintings to delicate jewelry,...

A football player wearing a bright orange uniform jumps in the air and raises his arms as a crowd cheers on players behind him.

Gallery: Aggies triumph over UNC in 1st home game of 2024 season

Samantha Nordstrom, Staff Photographer September 12, 2024

Viewed from behind, a performer looks down while holding his guitar in his left hand, his arm fully extended in a dramatic manner.

Secrest: Forget sports — FoCo music scene wins every time

Ruby Secrest, Arts and Entertainment Editor September 12, 2024

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. When discussing Boulder and...

The marquee of The Fox Theater on The Hill in Boulder, Colorado.

Leclercq: From students to local musicians, Boulder music scene brings authenticity

Lou Leclercq, The CU Independent September 12, 2024

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, the CU Independent or their respective editorial boards. The...

An illustration of an anthropomorphic ram about to eat a burger and fries next to a sign reading, Today's special: Buffalo burger.

Seriously: To Chip the Buffalo from CAM the Ram

Emma Souza, Collegian Columnist September 12, 2024
As the official mascot of Colorado State University, I would first like to fully acknowledge our longstanding history as the two biggest public universities in Colorado. I respect and understand why we have a feud because, as in many other parasocial relationships, there’s always one celebrity and one fanboy. Not to imply the beef is one-sided, but while you’re the only one spitting it out, here we like to swallow. You make it hard, though — buffalo burgers really taste like shit.
University of Colorado Boulder fans celebrate during the Rocky Mountain Showdown game against Colorado State University at Folsom Field in Boulder Sept. 16. CU won 43-35.

Cook: Lamenting last year’s loss will lead to torment of Buffs

Damon Cook, Sports Editor September 12, 2024

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’s no way around it:...

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