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The Rocky Mountain Collegian

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Patricia Vigil gives Alfreda “Freda” Whaley, a residential dining employee, the Multicultural Staff and Faculty Network

Foundry worker Freda Whaley falls into early retirement

Samy Gentle January 25, 2023

Freda Whaley had been working at Colorado State University since 1989. Most recently, she worked for Housing and Dining Services at The Foundry dining center. That was until Sept. 5, 2022, when she —...

The former Best Western Inn sign on south College Ave Nov. 11

Best Western University Inn: Now vacant but always a community

DJ Vicente January 17, 2023

With the beginning of the spring 2023 semester at Colorado State University, the vacated Best Western University Inn leaves experiences of students now long gone. “It really was a situation where we...

View of the mountains surrounding Breckenridge Ski Resort from the Peak 8 SuperConnect lift Nov. 24. Breckenridge opened its slopes for the 2022-2023 season on Nov. 9.

Hitting the pow: A Ram guide to the slopes nearest campus

Katherine Borsting January 17, 2023

As Colorado State University dives into the spring semester, students all over campus will use their weekends to head up to the mountains and hit the slopes.  Skiing and snowboarding are a culture...

Intersectionality in feminism is crucial to a better movement

Intersectionality in feminism is crucial to a better movement

Emmalee Krieg December 6, 2022

With this year being the 50th anniversary of Title IX, it's worth recognizing other topics within feminism that have gained prominence, such as intersectionality. Social movements can prioritize what’s...

Skiers and snowboarders ride the Peak 8 SuperConnect lift at Breckenridge Ski Resort

Avalanche education: How to stay safe in the backcountry

Molly Hendry November 29, 2022

Every winter, more people travel into the backcountry. The COVID-19 pandemic increased ski resort visitation, and a recent jump in outdoor recreation is one reason. The risks of the backcountry haven’t...

The Looking Glass Escape Lounge

The 5 best activity bars in Fort Collins

Yael McLoud November 17, 2022

It is no secret that Fort Collins is known for its microbreweries and craft beers. But did you know there is a plethora of amazing bars outside the beer scene? So what do people in Fort Collins do when...

5 ways to cope with the cold for those who never have

5 ways to cope with the cold for those who never have

Alexander Wilson November 15, 2022

The snow whistles through the air as new students create snow angels and try to catch a snowflake with their tongues, but this only lasts until they realize snow is cold. Every year, Fort Collins averages...

5 ways to enjoy fall break away from home

5 ways to enjoy fall break away from home

Alexander Wilson November 15, 2022

Fall break is a time for many students to go home and see their families, while others choose to stay behind. For students not staying over break, residence halls officially close at 10 a.m. Nov. 19...

Shabbat 200: Jewish food, song, education, traditions

Shabbat 200: Jewish food, song, education, traditions

Barnaby Atwood November 14, 2022

Different Jewish organizations on campus came together with Associated Students of Colorado State University and the Lory Student Center to host Colorado State University's 15th annual Shabbat dinner. Shabbat...

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