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Collegian Reviews (Illustration by Caleb Carpenter | Collegian)

Resilience of the Ravensbrück Rabbits: ‘Lilac Girls’ reviewed

Kailey Pickering September 15, 2020

Among Adolf Hitler’s concentration camps and the suffering that ran rampant during World War II lies a story of strength and perseverance. In her book "Lilac Girls," Martha Hall Kelly follows the true...

First Assistant Director Ben Kaufman, takes point on a scene of "Chords" durinf filming on Wednesday, January 8th. (Skyler Pradhan | Collegian)

Academy Awards releases diversity requirements for best picture

Kadyn Thorpe September 15, 2020

The Academy Awards are not only requiring diversity within their membership but also for their award nominees starting in 2024. The Academy Awards have been working since 2015 to make their membership...

Dora Frias, the new PRIDE Resource Center Director is seen inside her office in the PRIDE center. (Tony Villalobos May | Collegian)

How identities intersect: Meet Dora Frias, El Centro director

Jenna Landry September 13, 2020

Colorado State University’s Latinx cultural center, El Centro, named Dora Frias as its new director. Frias is using her own intersectionality and experiences to enhance the connections between El Centro...

The finished tacos. The shipping container-sized space gives the taco shop a food-truck-like atmosphere.

Build your own b*tchin’ tacos: Gluten-free Trader Joe’s tacos

Sierra Grimm September 2, 2020

This is a crazy simple and quick recipe for those who are in need of a new flavor fix. But it is also a meal that is jampacked with veggies, healthy proteins and a B*tchin’ sauce — that’s literally...

(Bella Johnson | The Collegian)

‘Little’ menu, big community: Restaurant has quality and flavor

Bella Johnson August 30, 2020

New to the Fort Collins restaurant scene, Little sits comfortably on the corner of Mountain Avenue and Shields Street, looking out on all who pass by. The restaurant was recently opened by partners Brent...

With grocery shortages and more free time, some people are turning to gardening as both a hobby and source of fresh food. (Ryan Schmidt | The Collegian)

The one-stop shop: A tasty recipe for Trader Joe’s fans

Sierra Grimm August 26, 2020

As we all adjust to the COVID-19-era lifestyle, many of us are also adjusting to cooking from home more often than before. It has become almost a necessity to make do with our meager cooking skills or...

Following instructions on the Center for Disease Control's website, a reusable cloth facemark can be made at home from a bandana, a coffee filter, two hair ties and a pair of scissors. (Matt Tackett | The Collegian)

Unmasking beauty: How face coverings impact your skin

Jenna Landry August 23, 2020

As soon as the Centers for Disease Control began recommending face coverings while in public, we’ve all come to realize that a face mask is a staple in our everyday wardrobe. With the onset of school...

Following instructions on the Center for Disease Control's website, a reusable cloth facemark can be made at home from a bandana, a coffee filter, two hair ties and a pair of scissors. (Matt Tackett | The Collegian)

Community members help students mask up for move-in

Lauryn Bolz August 17, 2020

It is quickly becoming apparent that face masks will be an integral part of life on Colorado State University’s campus for the foreseeable future. According to the Centers for Disease Control, face...

Malama Massage and Bodywork business owner and massage therapist Gina Michelle performs her routine cleaning, in an effort to minimize COVID-19 exposure risk, between clients, July 24. (Anna von Pechmann | The Collegian)

Local massage therapist provides healing for caregivers

Anna von August 16, 2020

Following the COVID-19 pandemic and months of ongoing Black Lives Matter protests, many are experiencing increased stresses. One local Black-owned business offers a reprieve: massage. Gina Michelle...

Elijah Caucutt competes in the peach pie eating contest at the 2018 Fort Collins Peach Festival on Aug. 18.  (Collegian file photo)

5 Fort Collins food challenges to test your stomach

Scott Nies July 21, 2020

On the Fourth of July, an incredible feat was accomplished. Winning the Nathan's Famous Hotdog Eating Contest for the 13th time and a new record of 75 hot dogs in 10 minutes, would it be ridiculous to...

Los Mocochetes, a local Mexican funk band, performs for protesters in Denver July 18, 2020. (Noah Pasley | The Collegian)

Music unites protesters at Songs of Freedom event

Noah Pasley July 19, 2020

Just steps away from the Capitol in Denver, protesters set the scene for a celebration of Black music and culture. The What's Next Movement, a social change group created in Denver stemming from...

Will Bell, an alumni of Colorado State University shows inventory from his company Sic970 on Nov 14.

‘Small hinges swing big doors’: Supporting Black-owned businesses

Paige Moorhead June 10, 2020

As we take to the streets to protest and post to social media to denounce racism and police brutality, we must also remember as consumers, where we spend our money matters. One of the ways to join the...

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