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So you want to be a Coloradan: 5 ways to blend in

Ivy Secrest, Life and Culture Director August 23, 2022

Welcome to Colorado: sun, snow and the great outdoors. It certainly is a paradise seen in about every "van life" TikTok and outdoor influencer Instagram account that exists.  Over the past decade,...

Mckenna Daly, President of Chi Omega in front of the sorority home

Here’s what to consider before rushing into Greek life

Ivy Secrest, Life and Culture Director August 18, 2022

Crazy parties may be all that comes to mind when thinking of joining a fraternity or sorority this fall, but the reality is much more complex. If you really intend to join in on the fun, you should consider...

Photo courtesy of Colorado State University Housing & Dining Services

Get the most out of your dining hall experience

Serena Bettis, Editor in Chief August 16, 2022

Moving into the dorms and starting life away from your family, your home and your own kitchen can be daunting — especially if you’re like me and are a picky eater.  You’ve probably already seen...

Everyday Joe's Coffee House, a nonprofit in Old Town, functions as an art gallery, a coffee shop and as a church on Sundays with services at 9 a.m. and 10:15 a.m.

5 Fort Collins coffee shops that aren’t Starbucks

Falyn Sebastian, Digital Managing Editor August 16, 2022

Whether you’re in dire need of a quick pick-me-up or you want a mediocre excuse to leave campus, I personally find coffee shops are a great solution. To kick off the new school year (and possibly a new...

Doctors Dale Lockwood and Diana Wall from Colorado State University's School of Global Environmental Sustainability pose for a photo outside of Johnson Hall

Contribute to sustainability on campus with these clubs, courses

Ivy Secrest, Life and Culture Director August 13, 2022

If you are new to the Colorado State University campus this fall, you may immediately notice the commitment to being green that is prevalent all around you.  From classes your advisor has suggested...

The Fox Den: No Waste Cafe & Roastery on Laporte uses reusable mugs and has no trash cans in the seating area May 4.

The Fox Den brings a zero waste future to Fort Collins

Kadyn Thorpe, Arts and Culture Reporter May 4, 2022
As one of the newest additions to the Fort Collins food and drink scene, The Fox Den has created a unique dining experience.
(Graphic Illustration by Katrina Clasen | The Collegian)

Food Feuds: The Post Chicken & Beer vs. Comet Chicken

Katrina Leibee, Editor in Chief May 3, 2022

Alright folks, for my last article at The Collegian, I feel it is only right that I review one of my favorite foods.  I have had chicken tenders from almost every place you can get them in Fort Collins....

The Union Bar & Soda Fountain is a good place for a late breakfast to a late dinner Sept. 28, 2019. The very modern style of The Union makes it a great hangout spot that comes with a nice patio with cornhole. Located off Jefferson Street, this is a good place to meet new people.

5 date spots to try in Fort Collins this summer

Sierra Grimm, Arts and Culture Reporter May 2, 2022

Congratulations: The spring semester is coming to an end, and while the summer semester and summertime are approaching, it’s time to celebrate all the hard work you’ve done with a delicious date night. Whether...

A sculpture sits in Old Town Square.

Sculpture in the Square highlights local artists

Ivy Secrest, Arts and Culture Reporter April 26, 2022

Fort Collins is home to a strong community of artists and creatives who have beautified the city in a unique and enduring fashion. Fort Collins Art Week strives to give these artists a collaborative, public...

A sign outside The Lyric advertises its weekly open mic nights June 14, 2021.

‘Watering the West’ brings water awareness to FoCo community

Noah Pasley, News Editor April 18, 2022
Two Colorado filmmakers, Mona Maser and Shari Due, are working to demystify water processes with their documentary trilogy "Watering the West." The series, which is told in three parts, is a deep dive — often literally — into the heart of water in Colorado as they explore how water is distributed and regulated throughout the state and how the storied history behind water rights has revolutionized the state, as well as much of the western United States.
(Graphic illustration by Falyn Sebastian | The Collegian)

Beer Edition: Going from cocktail to mocktail doesn’t have to be hard

Kadyn Thorpe, Arts and Culture Reporter April 13, 2022
Just because you want to take a break from alcohol doesn’t mean you need to stop enjoying the delicious drinks. Believe it or not, there are options for non-alcoholic beers. If you love beer but don’t want the beer belly, try out some of the non-alcoholic beers available in stores and at certain restaurants. 
(Graphic illustration by Ava Kerzic | The Collegian)

Beer Edition: Understanding the history of beer in Fort Collins

Hailee Stegall, Arts and Culture Reporter April 12, 2022

Brewing in Fort Collins has a rich history, and the story does not begin where one might think. According to Fort Collins History Connection, the town was “dry” until 1969, meaning alcohol was not...

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