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Peanuts to CAM: A history of CSU’s mascots

Allie Seibel, Editor in Chief • October 11, 2023

Founded in 1870, Colorado State University has celebrated many mascots before the current CAM the Ram. In the 153-year history of the land-grant institution, four live animals have represented CSU's culture...

Drones in formation of a planet at Colorado State University Oct. 6.

Brightflight lights up sky at CSU’s first drone light show

McKenna Van Voris, Staff Reporter • October 10, 2023

On the evening of Friday, Oct. 6, students and Fort Collins locals gathered on the West Lawn of Colorado State University’s Lory Student Center to spectate the first-ever drone light show at CSU. The...

A beer being poured at Salt Road Brewing during their Oktoberfest event Sept. 23. The brewery is located at 321 Old Firehouse Alley and opened in April 2023.

Gallery: Oktoberfest

River Kinnaird • October 9, 2023

Collegian file photo

Bizarre Bazaar houses FoCo’s hidden treasures

Tyler Weatherwax, Staff Reporter • October 5, 2023

Stacks of books tower over customers. Rows of records stretch across the store. Action figures guard the stories and wonders held within Bizarre Bazaar. Directly across from Colorado State University...

Participants watch a presentation put on during Disability Inclusion Week.

SDC educates CSU community through inclusive events

Jack Fillweber, Staff Reporter • October 5, 2023

From Sept. 25-29, Colorado State University held its Disability Inclusion Week, a time dedicated for the CSU community come together to learn and share about disabilities. This event is crucial to the...

Photo courtesy of Kate Sherman

Growing Food Security Project supports student food needs

Adam Carlson • September 27, 2023

Colorado State University's roots as an agricultural and land-grant school manifest in many ways. Be it CSU’s agricultural science programs, their history as a land-grant university or research on campus,...

Colorado State University students wear their countries’ flags with pride at the National Hispanic Heritage Month launch Sept. 13. Students displayed their cultures, featuring the Mexican and Guatemalan flags to name a few.

El Centro celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month

Ivy Secrest, Content managing editor • September 18, 2023

As National Hispanic Heritage Month begins, El Centro at Colorado State University will host the first of many events for students. El Centro aims to represent all aspects of Latinx heritage during this...

Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado.

CSU vs. CU: A history of our extensive rivalry

Christian Arndt and Ayla Sanchez • September 15, 2023

The Rocky Mountain Showdown is returning this weekend for the first time since 2019, and with that comes a heightened sense of community among Colorado State University students, faculty and alumni. However,...

Nate Haas, owner of Krazy Karl's Pizza and Colorado State University graduate, poses for a portrait at the Krazy Karl's location off of Timberline Road Sept. 12.

CSU alumnus, owner of Krazy Karl’s bleeds green, gold

Ivy Secrest, Content Managing Editor • September 13, 2023

The return of the Rocky Mountain Showdown may be the reigniting of an old tradition for many Colorado State University fans, but for newcomers, it can be hard to understand what this game is and why it...

A Fort Collins resident goes in for a bite of a fresh peach Aug. 19. Presented by the Rotary Clubs of Northern Colorado, the Peach Festival was put on by local businesses and organizations. The festival took place in Civic Center Park and helped raise funds for the Imagination Library, a program that donates books to children in Larimer County.

Peach Festival: 1-stop shop for end-of-summer fun

Jack Fillweber, Staff reporter • August 29, 2023

On Saturday, Aug. 19, four Rotary Clubs of Fort Collins came together to hold the 13th annual Peach Festival. This festival holds a special place in Fort Collins' heart because of its positive impact...

A group of girls ride in the Tour de Fat costumed bike parade following a country theme Aug. 26. Tour de Fat is celebrating its 24th year with a day full of free activities for people of all ages.

Annual Tour de Fat unites cyclists in Colorado

Alexander Wilson, Staff Reporter • August 29, 2023

The well-known costumed bike parade Tour de Fat took over Fort Collins Saturday, Aug. 26. Families and friends from all over Northern Colorado came to participate in the parade and the event held afterward...

The Fort Collins Food Truck Rally is hosted at City Park every Tuesday evening during the summer season.

Food Truck Rally unites live music, local cuisine in NoCo community

Sophia Masia, Reporter • August 29, 2023

Join the Fort Collins community every Tuesday at City Park for the Food Truck Rally: a mouthwatering evening of food trucks, live music and a vibrant atmosphere.  "I love the Food Truck Rally; it’s...

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