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A man in a red shirt plays keyboard at the Awake Sober Bar. Behind him is a plant and a glowing yellow sign that says, "Together, we wake up," and next to him is a table with two non-alcoholic beverages.

Beer Edition: Denver’s Awake sober bar offers a creative escape from alcohol culture

Ivy Secrest, Arts and Culture Reporter April 12, 2022

For many 20-somethings, a large part of socialization is local nightlife. It is the essence of the college experience, and with bars reopening and mask mandates being lifted, it stands to reason that many...

(Graphic illustration by Brooke Beresford | The Collegian)

Beer Edition: 5 Fort Collins resources to support getting sober

Kota Babcock, Arts and Culture Director April 11, 2022
If you're looking to get sober, Fort Collins has plenty of options to support you in your journey.
The logo for the ACT film festival on a check-in table March 31, 2022.

ACT Human Rights Film Festival ends with powerful message

Maddy Erskine, Arts and Culture Editor April 4, 2022
The seventh annual ACT Human Rights Film Festival was a reminder and example of the importance of conversation, learning and understanding the issues many face in this world and the complexities of society's history and present. 
Colorado State chair of the department of communication studies Greg Dickinson addresses the crowd at the ACT film festival March 31, 2022.

ACT Human Rights Film Festival premieres, discusses corruption

Kadyn Thorpe, Arts and Culture Reporter April 3, 2022

After two years, the ACT Human Rights Film Festival returned in person and ready to make up for lost time. From March 31 to April 3, the ACT Human Rights Film Festival held 12 human rights-related film...

The inside of The Lyric, a music venue and movie theater, Aug 4.

5 tips for women to stay safe at FoCo concerts

Clara DeForest Colvig, Guest Author March 29, 2022
The thrill that comes from seeing your favorite band live is unmatched. However, with this thrill comes the potential for danger, especially for women.
The Women and Gender Advocacy Center is located in the Lory Student Center on campus at Colorado State University, March 25, 2019.

7 issues WGAC focuses on to support survivors

Ivy Secrest, Arts and Culture Reporter March 23, 2022
The Women and Gender Advocacy Center at Colorado State University provides programs and resources focusing on all genders through social justice and interpersonal violence prevention, according to their website. Here are seven issues WGAC provides support with.
Mugs Coffee lounge across from the oval. Mugs is having a night market on March, 6th 2020 they will be having art, music and handmade goods Feb. 23, 2020.

Food Feuds coffee competition: Everyday Joe’s vs. Mugs at CSU

Sierra Grimm, Arts and Culture Reporter March 21, 2022
When it comes to coffee spots in Fort Collins, it can be a bit overwhelming to figure out the best one. I have narrowed it down to two spots for your next coffee craving. 
Southwest Airlines airplane parks at the terminal at Denver International Airport March 18, 2020.

Understanding environmental tourism ahead of spring break

Ivy Secrest, Arts and Culture Reporter March 10, 2022
With the stress of the spring semester, many students make an effort to take advantage of spring break with flights, cruises and more. 
(Graphic Illustration By Ava Kerzic | The Collegian)

Here are 7 FoCo events to look forward to on your staycation

Kota Babcock, Arts and Culture Director March 9, 2022
If you're choosing to stay in town over spring break this year, we've got some events for you to try out in the week ahead.
(Graphic Illustration by Trin Bonner | The Collegian)

Stressed from midterms? Here are 5 easy ways to relax

Ivy Secrest, Arts and Culture Reporter March 2, 2022
With the speed of the spring semester, it can feel like papers and tests creep up and attack. Learning to manage that stress is a pivotal part of college.
(Graphic Illustration by Trin Bonner | The Collegian)

Simply Cooking: Fried rice ground turkey kimchi

Sierra Grimm, Arts & Culture Reporter February 28, 2022
Growing up, we all had that one dish that defined our childhood. For me, that dish was fried rice. It will forever be one of those dishes I can keep changing and modifying but will always come back to the original recipe to have a handful of home in a small bowl to consume. 
A model smiles as she walks the runway.

UWC Hair Show elevates Black culture, brings hair to life

Kota Babcock, Arts and Culture Director February 24, 2022

After last year’s fully virtual show, Colorado State University United Women of Color and the Colorado State University Black/African American Cultural Center partnered to bring the Hair Show back to...

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