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The Rocky Mountain Collegian

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Civil rights activist explores revolutionary love in CSU keynote

Katie Fisher, Staff reporter April 18, 2024

An audience of individuals from various backgrounds was united under one mission through the powerful cadence of civil rights activist and author Valarie Kaur, who presented her philosophy on building...

Associated Students of Colorado State University Director of Governmental Affairs Michael Stella, Vice President Alex Silverhart, Director of Traditions and Programs Meron Siyoum and Director of Finance Ashton Duffield stand in front of the ASCSU office in the Lory Student Center April 17. “I think we should all strive to leave places like our universities better than we found them," Stella said. "I think we should do that, and ASCSU is the best way to do that on campus.”

Graduating ASCSU seniors reflect on their experiences in student government

Hannah Parcells, News Editor April 18, 2024

The end of the academic year is always a busy time for students. The weather is changing, finals are looming and summer is right around the corner. For many students, it also represents the end of their...

Colorado State University player Nique Clifford passes the ball to another player in the men’s basketball game vs. Utah State Feb 17.

Breaking: Colorado State guard Nique Clifford declares for NBA Draft

Damon Cook, Sports Editor April 17, 2024

Editor's Note: This is a breaking news story. Updates will be provided as they become available. After a breakout season in green and gold, Colorado State men's basketball high-flying guard Nique Clifford...

Is ketamine the Rocky Mountain miracle for mental health?

Is ketamine the Rocky Mountain miracle for mental health?

Caden Proulx, Print Director April 17, 2024

Turns out a Rocky Mountain high might be just what the doctor ordered. Ketamine-assisted therapy has surged in popularity since the Food and Drug Administration's 2019 approval of esketamine, which...

Dr. Jeremi Suri talks about his book “Civil War By Other Means” and how history will help us understand our current world at the annual Furniss Lecture held by the Colorado State University history club April 12.

Historian highlights effects of Civil War on modern American democracy

Katie Fisher, Staff Reporter April 17, 2024

An open and captivating figure transported listeners back to the Civil War era. With each point, historian Jeremi Suri moved through the lasting effects of Robert E. Lee’s surrender, which is still felt...

Attendees at the Riley Gaines talk, hosted by Colorado State University's student chapter of Turning Point USA and The Riley Gaines Center at the Leadership Institute, hold up posters and signs for a photo April 3. "Defend your daughters; defend your kids," Gaines said.

Askren: Riley Gaines’ presence at CSU violates Principles of Community

Emma Askren, Sports Editor April 17, 2024
Hate has no place in sports, no matter how divisive they may seem. As a university that literally has inclusion, respect and social justice listed in its Principles of Community, Colorado State University has failed its student population by allowing Riley Gaines to speak with hate and disrespect to those who would listen.
Redshirt freshman Damian Henderson II (34) is tackled during a spring football practice.

Spring camp: Returning Rams build foundation for continuous success

Damon Cook, Sports Editor April 17, 2024

Colorado State football returning with a ton of talent is no secret.  While sometimes that can mean a rebuilding year for teams that might see those returning players move on in droves, the Rams are...

Guard Marta Leimane runs the ball past an opponent at the Colorado State University women's basketball Senior Night game at Moby Arena March 5.

Askren: NIL creates unequal opportunities for CSU athletes

Emma Askren, Sports Editor April 17, 2024

Editor’s Note: All opinion content reflects the views of the individual author only and does not represent a stance taken by The Collegian or its editorial board. What was framed as an opportunity...

Colorado State University drag show headliner Mirage kneels onstage during her first number April 14. Mirage was a contestant in Season 16 of the reality show “RuPaul’s Drag Race.”

CSU annual drag show raises LGBTQIA+ scholarship funds

Katie Fisher, Staff Reporter April 17, 2024

A luminous stage lined with white flowers and colorful baby’s breath accents awaits an audience giddy with anticipation for the first performer to appear. Hosted by the Pride Resource Center, Colorado...

Seriously: CSU to offer new class Swearing Across Languages

Seriously: CSU to offer new class Swearing Across Languages

Hana Pavelko, Collegian Columnist April 16, 2024
Looking to fulfill those pesky All-University Core Curriculum credit requirements? Well, there are now more options for students who are still in need of arts and humanities credits. Colorado State University students registering for the fall 2024 semester are now able to sign up for the newest foreign language class BS 420: Swearing Across Languages.
Coach Niko Medved expresses disappointment at a call by the referee at a University of Colorado Boulder away basketball game Dec. 8, 2022. Throughout the game, referees called a total of 31 fouls. Colorado State University lost with a final score of 93-65.

Update: Niko Medved extends contract to stay at Colorado State

Damon Cook, Sports Editor April 15, 2024

Editor's Note: This is a breaking news story. Updates will be provided as they become available. After receiving interest from several high-major programs, coach Niko Medved has signed a five-year...

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