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The Rocky Mountain Collegian

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CSU political science welcomes 3 new concentrations, announces returning courses

Riley Paling, Staff Reporter March 27, 2025

Colorado State University is introducing three new concentrations and bringing back various classes within the political science department. The reintroduction of the course POLS 308: Political Psychology...

6 Van Leeuwen ice cream flavors ranked from best to worst

6 Van Leeuwen ice cream flavors ranked from best to worst

Aubree Miller, News Editor March 26, 2025

Van Leeuwen, a boutique ice cream company that started in New York City in 2008, has based their business model on real, simple ingredients and French-style ice cream. The texture of all the flavors is...

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The rise of online activism: How social media is shifting ways people fight for change

Gigi Young, Digital and Social Director March 25, 2025

In the digital age, activism has become easier than ever. With a simple repost, a trending hashtag or a 15-second TikTok, anyone can join a movement. But as social media continues to dominate the way people...

Gender and ethnic studies majors face programming changes at CSU

Gender and ethnic studies majors face programming changes at CSU

Ella Dorpinghaus, Staff Reporter March 13, 2025

Editor's note: This article has been updated to reflect an additional statement from CSU regarding the course EDUC 265 not being offered for the fall 2025 academic term.  The class EDUC 265: A Culture...

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Camille Dungy creates lasting impact through writing, teaching

McKenna Van Voris, Staff Reporter March 12, 2025

University Distinguished Professor Camille Dungy is well-known in the English department at Colorado State University. Along with Dungy’s handful of publications, her experience in environmental writing,...

The Free Speech sign outside the Lory Student Center encourages students to table, put up signs, and share their opinion on the LSC plaza. Mar. 9.

Students, faculty reflect on chalking as tool for protest, activism

Carlee Elders, Staff Reporter March 11, 2025

In the middle of the Lory Student Center Plaza, crouched in a squat position, Colorado State University junior Sophia Johnson uses a light yellow Crayola chalk marker to touch up one of her previous works, once...

Guests fill their plates at a buffet-style serving table with white rice, chana masala, butter chicken and more in the Lory Student Center’s Grand Ballroom, decorated with green lights and balloons for the Ramadan Iftar Dinner Celebration at Colorado State University March 3.

CSU community gathers for annual Ramadan iftar to celebrate faith, unity

Laila Shekarchian, Staff Reporter March 5, 2025

On March 3, the Colorado State University community gathered in the Lory Student Center Grand Ballroom to celebrate the start of the holy Islamic month of Ramadan during the annual Ramadan Iftar Celebration,...

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Girl Scout Cookie flavors ranked from worst to best

Audrey Weishaar, Staff Reporter March 4, 2025

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. The time everyone waits for has arrived....

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Financial literacy matters for all college students

Gigi Young, Digital and Social Director March 4, 2025

Let’s face it: College is a time when we’re all trying to juggle classes, enjoy our social lives and, for the first time, manage our own money. It’s exciting but also a little overwhelming. Suddenly,...

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World Unity Fair celebrates diversity across nations

Ella Dorpinghaus, Staff Reporter February 26, 2025

Bringing excitement, laughter and music to the Lory Student Center, the annual World Unity Fair has been a Colorado State University tradition since 1951. The fair is held yearly to showcase of all the...

An audience watches the first short film of the night, "Black Girls Play: The Story Of Hand Games" Feb. 24. The Short Films on Black Brilliance event was held by the Black/African American Cultural Center with help from the ACT Human Rights Film Festival.

B/AACC, ACT Human Rights Film Festival host Short Films on Black Brilliance

Sananda Chandy, Staff Reporter February 26, 2025

Heartbreak, joy, pain, love: The audience stares at these emotions depicted in flickering images, reflecting on the rich expression of Black identities throughout history. In celebration of Black History...

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Nick’s Restaurant and Bar celebrates decade of flavor, resilience

Lexi Urbom, Copy Editor February 26, 2025

In the heart of Fort Collins, Nick’s Restaurant and Bar has become more than just a dining spot — it’s a community cornerstone. Known for its signature dishes and warm atmosphere, Nick’s has long...

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